Volvo LV71-series
The Volvo LV71-series was a medium size truck produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1932 and 1935.
| Volvo LV71-series | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Medium size truck |
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| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3,366 cc (3.4 L) EB I6[1] |
| Transmission | 4 speed non-syncro manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3.4–4.1 m (133.9–161.4 in)[1] |
| Curb weight | 4,750–5,200 kg (10,472–11,464 lb) (gross weight)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Volvo LV81-series |
History
Volvo introduced the LV71-series in the spring of 1932. The truck was built on two different wheelbases: 3.4 and 4.1 m. There were two weight classes: LV71 and LV72 with a payload of 2.5 tonnes and LV73 and LV74 with a payload of 3 tonnes.[2]
The medium-sized truck series also included Volvo's first forward control truck, LV75. The cab was moved forward so that the driver sat beside the engine instead of the gear box like a conventional truck. This gives a better weight distribution between the front and rear axle, resulting in reduced rear axle load.[3]
Gallery
1935 Volvo LV72 bus.
1934 Volvo LV75 fire engine.
References
- Olsson, Christer (1987). Volvo - Lastbilarna igår och idag. Malmö, Sweden: Förlagshuset Norden AB. ISBN 91-86442-76-7.
- Volvo Trucks Global – LV71
- Volvo Trucks Global – LV75
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