Bragging rights in the horsepower stakes will soon switch back to Volvo Trucks with the introduction of a new engine for its iconic FH16 model.
The new 17-litre engine develops up to 780hp with up to 3800Nm of torque – besting arch-rival Scania’s 770hp V8 flagship models.
The 780hp engine is being joined by 600hp/3000Nm and 700hp/3400Nm variants with the higher power and torque levels translating to faster engine response, better driveability, maximum productivity and improved fuel efficiency.
“I’m proud to present our new engine. It really is a masterpiece and the result of world-class engineering,” says Marcos Weingaertner, Product Manager a...