Volvo F85
| Volvo F84/F85/F86 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
| Production | 1965 - 1979, approx. 58,800 produced[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Medium size truck |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Volvo ohv I6 diesel engine |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb weight | 12,500 kg (27,557.8 lb) - 25,000 kg (55,115.6 lb) (gross weight)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Volvo Brage |
| Successor | Volvo F6 |
The Volvo F84/F85/F86 was a series of medium size trucks produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1965 and 1979.
Volvo F84/F85[edit]
Volvo presented the forward control Raske Tiptop with a tilting cab in 1962. When Volvo introduced its "System 8" in 1965 the truck got a new, bigger engine and was renamed F85.[2] Between 1968 and 1974 Volvo offered a budget version called F84 without power steering and with reduced payload.
In 1976 Volvo upgraded the truck and renamed it F85S. The S-version had a bigger engine and a more comfortable cab.[2]
Volvo F86[edit]
In 1964 Volvo had mounted the forward control cab from Raske Tiptop on its Viking model. When Volvo introduced its "System 8" the following year, the truck was renamed F86.[3] The changes, however, were more extensive than that and included a new engine, a new eight-speed gear box and a general updating of most of the components. The F86 was also assembled in Scotland, for sales in the British Isles.[3]
Modernization of the truck in 1973 included a new plastic radiator grille. In 1976 the driver's work place was improved with a more comfortable cab.[3]
Engines[edit]
| Model | Year | Engine[1] | Displacement | Power | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F84/F85 | 1965-76 | Volvo D50: I6 ohv | 5,130 cc (313 cu in) | 117 hp (86 kW) | Diesel engine |
| F84/F85 | 1965-76 | Volvo TD50: I6 ohv | 5,130 cc (313 cu in) | 165 hp (121 kW) | Turbo-diesel |
| F86 | 1965-79 | Volvo D70: I6 ohv | 6,724 cc (410.3 cu in) | 150 hp (110 kW) | Diesel engine |
| F86 | 1965-79 | Volvo TD70: I6 ohv | 6,724 cc (410.3 cu in) | 210 hp (154 kW) | Turbo-diesel |
| F85S | 1977-78 | Volvo TD60: I6 ohv | 5,479 cc (334.3 cu in) | 180 hp (132 kW) | Turbo-diesel |
References[edit]
- ^ a b c Olsson, Christer (1987). Volvo - Lastbilarna igår och idag. Malmö, Sweden: Förlagshuset Norden AB. ISBN 91-86442-76-7.
- ^ a b Volvo Trucks Global - F85
- ^ a b c "L4851 and F86". Volvo Trucks Global. AB Volvo. Archived from the original on 2016-05-19.
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