Volvo Sharpnose
| Volvo Sharpnose | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks |
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| Production |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Light truck |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 4-speed non-syncro manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3.1–4.1 m (122.0–161.4 in)[1] |
| Curb weight | 2,800–5,000 kg (6,172.9–11,023.1 lb) (gross weight)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Volvo LV76-series |
| Successor | Volvo L340 |
The Volvo LV101-112, or the Sharpnose was a light truck produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1938 and 1950.
History
In 1938 Volvo presented its light LV101-series truck, affectionately known as the "Sharpnose". At the same time Volvo introduced the taxicab PV800. The two models series shared engine, radiator cover and bonnet. The smallest model LV101 was mechanically almost identical to the taxicab, while the larger LV102 was a “genuine” truck.[2]
In 1940 the program was supplemented with the heavier LV110/111/112, built on three different wheelbases.[3]
After the Second World War Volvo updated the truck series with the stronger ED engine, renaming it L201/202.
Engines
| Model | Year | Engine[1] | Displacement | Power | Type |
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| LV101-112 | 1938-46 | Volvo EC: I6 sv | 3,670 cc (224 cu in) | 86 bhp (64 kW) | Petrol engine |
| LV101-112 | 1940-45 | Volvo ECG: I6 sv | 3,670 cc (224 cu in) | 50 bhp (37 kW) | Wood gas conversion |
| L201-202 | 1947-50 | Volvo ED: I6 sv | 3,670 cc (224 cu in) | 90 bhp (67 kW) | Petrol engine |
Gallery
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1939 Volvo LV103 -
1941 Volvo LV111 fire engine
References
- ^ a b c d Olsson, Christer (1987). Volvo - Lastbilarna igår och idag. Malmö, Sweden: Förlagshuset Norden AB. ISBN 91-86442-76-7.
- ^ Volvo Trucks Global - the Sharpnose
- ^ Volvo Trucks Global - LV11
External links
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