Most people looking for quality semi trailer trucks choose Volvo trucks, which is why they are one of the largest heavy duty truck producers in the industry. Volvo trucks are not only fuel efficient, helping to bring down fuel cost, but also great on performance. Using some of the best quality materials in the industry, Volvo trucks are reliable as well as durable, which also helps in reducing the operational costs for small business owners.
The Volvo VNL64T semi trailer truck is one of the company’s newest offerings. The 2010 year model is powered by diesel D13 engine and paired with an I Shift transmission, delivering 405 horsepower. Making the ride smoother and more comfortable for the operator is an air ride suspension. A wheel base of 166 inches helps in better weight distribution, with the weight of the rear axles measuring 40,000 pounds and the weight of the front axles measuring 12,000 pounds.
The rear axles of this truck are tandem rear axles. The wheels of the Volvo VNL64T truck are composed of all steel, while the tires measure 11R22.5. The ratio of this truck is 3.73. Some of the features of the Volvo VNL64T truck include a fan clutch by Kysor HDMS, an I-shift comprehensive electronics which includes assist for hill start, a fifth wheel Jost low lube.
The Volvo WG42 is one of their oldest semi truck models, which was available in the 90s till early 2000. This truck was available in different configurations like semi trailer truck, dump truck and cargo delivery truck amongst others. The 2000 year model of this truck was powered by a diesel Cummins ISM engine. Paired with an HD4560 Allison 5 speed transmission, this truck generated 305 horsepower.
This Volvo WG42 truck had a wheelbase of 222 inches to help it better distribute heavy loads on both the rear and front wheels, with the weight of the front axle being 18,000 pounds. Making this truck easy to handle was a spring type suspension. Other features of this Volvo WG42 truck included a 20 cu. yd. body from McNeilus, double power steering, a tag axle of 20,000 pounds, cruise control, an AM/FM player, two high back seats as well as two 60 g tanks.
