Volvo 780 VNL: Specifications

During the development of a truck such as the Volvo 780 VNL, American and European automotive traditions were used. Perhaps, it was thanks to this that we managed to create a car that truck drivers are now safely called a house on wheels.

Briefly about the model

Trucks Volvo 780 VNL are issued by the American division, which, naturally, is in the USA. It's no wonder that this model became the car in which two styles of automotive industry came together.

What's in this American truck? It can be stated with certainty that his appearance. Of European characteristics, we can note excellent quality and high level of reliability.

The 780 is the last car from the VNL line. It was based on the previous model 770. But only the novelty became more comfortable for the driver, even the size of the berth was increased to 2 meters in length. The width was 1 m. And the interior was decided to decorate in a typical American style.

This tractor is a saddle three-axle truck. Its purpose is to transport a road train, the weight of which can reach 60 tons. For this tractor it is not difficult to transport the oversized cargo. The mass of the car is 9000 kilograms, and the carrying capacity is 30,000 kilograms. In length, by the way, it reaches 7-9 meters (depends on the configuration). And the height from floor to floor is 2.5 meters.

Cabin

The most important thing for a trucker in his truck is to make the "working" place comfortable. Volvo 780 VNL can boast of such. The area of the cabin is five square meters - it's a lot. It should also be noted that, in comparison with its predecessors, this truck has a lot of new offices for storing things. More developers have decided to improve the lighting system, because a good light is needed, especially for long trips.

The cabin has a mini-fridge, microwave and a large TV. In general, everything that can be needed. By the way, the distinctive features of this model are a beautiful radiator grille, attractive headlights and simply incredibly large mirrors, due to which the visibility is at a high level.

Characteristics

The Volvo 780 VNL boasts excellent technical equipment. The engine that meets it most often is the 15-liter Cummins ISX15. The same motor was installed on the previous models. It is good because it has an EGR system, which is designed for processing gases. Still at this engine quite good capacity - 550 horsepowers. At the same time, it consumes a relatively small amount of fuel: about 100 liters of fuel consumes about 38 liters of fuel.

Volvo trucks have always been famous for their quality, and VNL can boast of quite good dynamics. Although for a truck this must be the last criterion of evaluation. But nevertheless this car can accelerate to 103 km / h. It is worth recalling that this tractor weighs 9,000 kilograms.

Engine options

In addition to the previously mentioned engine, the Volvo VNL model could be aggregated with other units, for example VE D16. This engine was developed by Volvo Trucks. And this is the most powerful power unit of all those that can only be equipped with a tractor. Its working volume is 15.8 liters. It produces a power of 600 horsepower. At the same time, it fully meets the Euro-5 standards.

The second option is VE D13. Its main advantages are safety and environmental friendliness. True, it is not as powerful as the previous unit. Its working volume is 12.8 liters and it produces only 480 hp.

The latter option is the weakest - it's VE D12. It belongs to the Euro-4 class. And its volume is equal to 12.1 liters. The power of this engine is 440 horsepower. Trucks Volvo, aggregated by this engine, are the least popular of all of the above. But each of the engines is economical and convenient to operate.

Control

This is another important topic, which should be noted with attention, talking about the tractor Volvo. "Volvo" VNL 780 is a truck that simply amazes with its dimensions. But management can only bring pleasure, it really does not cause any difficulties.

It is necessary only to look into the driver's cabin, a large yellow button immediately flashes into the eyes - this is a hand brake. It has two functions. The first is the unlocking of the wheels, and the second is the parking brake. Therefore, if you need to unlock the wheels or activate the handbrake, then just press the button.

The dashboard pleases with the presence of an on-board computer and a monitoring system. In general, this part is very successful - all the indicators are in the driver's sight.

It is interesting that the Volvo VNL is the truck that boasts a system of locking differentials and a cruise. Thanks to it the tractor easily adapts to the winter and the appropriate road conditions.

Transmission

As could be understood, the tractor Volvo VNL 780 characteristics are very attractive. Talking about them, we can not fail to mention the transmission.

Tractors can be equipped with any gearbox. Installed and "automatic", and "mechanics", and even "robot". The number of speeds can vary from eight to fourteen. Mechanisms, by the way, are supplied by such world famous companies as Meritor and Eaton Fuller.

But the model 780 is most often equipped with an intelligent transmission equipped with an electronic control unit, thanks to which it is possible to provide automatic switching of speeds in the most optimal mode for the car.

It is also worth noting that on each axis there is a pneumatic system, known as Air Ride. It not only facilitates the management, but also ensures the safety of the cargo that the driver is transporting. And, I must say, this is the main feature of the model 780. After all, all its predecessors were equipped with air cushions and spring suspension, and these designs are not so effective.

Equipment

Finally it is worth to say a few words about equipping this car. In many ways it was thanks to a wide range of equipment and the Volvo VNL 780 became so popular. Tuning of the model, of course, helped to make it more attractive, unlike its predecessors, but still the presence of certain options is more important.

The truck boasts an ABS system, power steering, electric drive, heated mirrors and an effective parking brake, which reliably blocks the wheels even on very steep slopes. And the device that connects the semitrailer to the tractor itself, withstands 23,000 kilograms of load.

By the way, it was said above that the car requires 38 liters of fuel for every 100 km. This truck has two gas tanks, and in each of them you can pour 570 liters of fuel. This will be enough for a long journey.

As for the cost? Such a tractor is not cheap. It will cost about 3.5-4 million rubles. However, looking at all its advantages, one can understand that this price is justified.