The new Volvo FH16 is not only one of the most powerful trucks on the market, and Volvo’s most powerful truck, but it also is a very fuel efficient one, according to the Swedish truck and commercial vehicles giant.
Volvo has equipped the FH16 to run on 100% renewable fuels and said that on-road tests confirm that the all-new engine in the FH16 achieves 5% better fuel economy and lower emissions while adding 7% more torque – a combination that increases efficiency and productivity for the most demanding transport tasks.
All-new Volvo engine
Volvo’s all-new D17 engine in the brand’s iconic FH16 truck has been engineered for the toughest transport assignments to deliver outstanding performance and durability, said the company, adding that comparing the new 17-litre 780hp FH16 with its predecessor, the new truck adds 7% torque while achieving 5% less fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.
The all-new engine is also available in the new Volvo FH16 Aero, offering even better fuel economy when it is combined with the aerodynamic truck cab.
Jan Hjelmgren, Head of Product Management and Quality at Volvo Trucks, explains: “Our engineers have delivered an engine that combines the highest torque and power level in any European truck, with superior fuel efficiency. The facts speak for themselves – more torque and power with significant fuel and CO2 savings is a fantastic result. This means that our customers can carry out their assignments more efficiently and with higher productivity.”
At the heart of the FH16 is Volvo Trucks’ all-new D17 engine, which combines power with superior fuel efficiency. The truck maker said that this all-new fuel-efficient engine is one example of its continuous strive to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions from existing driveline technologies, in parallel to introducing new technologies.
Volvo D17 offers three power levels
The new 17-litre Euro 6 engine comes with three power levels; 600hp, 700hp and 780hp. Torque levels have been increased to 3000Nm, 3400Nm and 3800Nm respectively in the top version. The gearbox has been updated to handle up to 3800Nm, and internal gearbox efficiency has been further improved on the 3000Nm and 3400Nm versions.
Alternative and cleaner fuel certifications are also another features of the FH16’s engine. The new D17 engine is certified to run on HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) in all power ratings. The 700hp version is also certified to run on 100% biodiesel (B100).
The Volvo FH16 and FH16 Aero with the all-new D17 engine will be available for ordering as from mid-2024 and production will start in the second half of 2024.