Volvo Trucks. Driving Progress

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Compressed Natural Gas Euro 6 engineThe Volvo FE CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) is primarily devel-oped for operations involving short driving cycles with repeated stop and starts, such as refuse collection and local distribution.

The Volvo FE CNG is powered by a 9-litre Euro 6 engine fea-turing spark ignition technology that produces up to 320 hp and 1356 Nm of torque.

Thanks to its six-speed fully-automatic transmission, the truck retains the same excellent driveability and productivity as the con-ventional Volvo FE. The automatic transmission also gives faster driveline response.

The gas tank system has capacity for up to 160 m3 methane gas, with 3 or 4 tanks fitted on both sides of the chassis.

The cab offers high comfort with its ergonomic driving position, ergonomically designed seats, low noise level and world-class safety. The driver’s environment is ergonomically designed to make it easy to manoeuvre the vehicle whatever the traffic situation.

• Specially designed for urban transports such as garbage or inner city distribution.

• 9-litre CNG engine produces 320 hp and 1356 Nm. • Tank system for up to 160 m3 methane gas.• Easy access with 90 degree door opening.• Excellent visibility.• No need of AdBlue.• The engine requires no DPF regeneration.• No maintenance of the DPF filter.• Whole Vehicle Type Approved (WVTA)*.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

* CoC (Certificate of Conformity) needs to be manually updated by market homologation engineer in the Hdoc (Homologation document) system for this solution if WVTA-EC (Whole Vehicle Type Approval) is required.

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Optimized driveline for city trafficThe CNG engine – G9K320 – is a 9-litre Euro 6 engine using spark ignition technology. It can deliver up to 320 hp and 1356 Nm of torque. Generally a CNG engine is perceived less noisy than equivalent diesel engine at idle speed with no load.

The Volvo FE CNG is equipped with a six-speed fully-automatic transmission – AL306. The hydraulic power transmission absorbs all snatch and unevenness in the driveline. In the gearbox’s torque converter, engine torque is multiplied to provide high starting trac-tion. The software that controls the gearbox provides optimal fuel economy and driving comfort.

There are two types of reliable rear axles to choose between – RSS1344C with single reduction or RSH1370F with hub reduction.

CNG tanks for capacity up to 160 m3

The operating range is from 80 km to approximately 400 km and depends on the driving cycle, type of bodywork and number of gas tanks installed on the vehicle.

Volvo FE CNG has 3 or 4 tanks for compressed natural gas fitted on both sides of the chassis. The gas tanks, meet rigorous standards, are made of steel and are designed to resist a pressure of 500 bar. (2,5 times the normal pressure).

A standard equipped truck carries 120 m3 of gas, compressed to 200 bar, distributed in 3 x 100 litre tanks on each side. Optional supplementary 100 litre gas tank on each side are offered, with a total capacity of 40 m3 (+ 30 % operating range).

Standard fuel filling system is NGV1 (car nozzle). As an option also fuel filling system NGV1+NGV2 (truck nozzle) is available.

Volvo FE safety cabThe FE cab has an injury-preventive design featuring energy-absorbing materials that effectively shield the driver and passenger. The cab’s safety level corresponds to the Swedish requirements as per BOF10 (Vehicle Regulations), which among other things means it offers immense safety in roll-over situations.

It is fitted as standard with FUP (Front Underrun Protection), a safety system integrated into the front bumper beam. It prevents smaller oncoming vehicles from becoming wedged under the truck in a frontal collision.

The large windscreen has tinted glass. It can also be specified with electric heating. There is the option of doors with low kerb-view windows, that considerably increase the driver’s visibility alongside the cab.

Functional and ergonomicallyThe driver’s seat is ergonomically designed, with height and long-itudinal adjustment and adjustment of the seat cushion angle and backrest angle. It is also possible to specify seats with an integrated safety belt and there is a variety of equipment levels, for instance with air suspension and power adjustment.

The steering wheel is adjustable. Frequently used controls are within easy reach in or just behind the steering wheel. The door panel houses the controls for the power windows and there is also a storage compartment here.

The instrument panel has clear instruments and logically posi-tioned controls. The gear lever and parking brake are located on the engine tunnel.

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FACT SHEETEngine FECNGEU6

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Engine type designation ...........................................................G9K320, EU6Max power output at 2000-2100 r/min .........................320 hp (239 kW)Max revs ..............................................................................................2200 r/minMax torque at 1300-1400 r/min................................ ......................1356 NmNo. of cylinders .................................................................................................... 6Bore ............................................................................................................114 mmStroke .....................................................................................................144.5 mmDisplacement .......................................................................................... 8.9 dm3

Compression ratio ....................................................................................... 12:1Economy rev range .............................................................. 1200–1700 r/minOil system capacity .................................................................................... 27.6 lOil filter ......................................................................................................Full-flowCooling system capacity........................................................................... 12.4 lDry weight (base engine) ...................................................................... 737 kgSystem voltage engine ................................................................................. 12 VSystem voltage truck and starter motor .................................................... 24 VEngine brake ............................................................No engine brake availableEngine PTO ................................................................No engine PTO available

SPECIFICATIONVolvo FE CNG standard offeringGross Vehicle Weight: 18-26 tChassis height: CHH-MEDAxle configuration: 4x2 (19 t), 6x2 (19.5 - 26 t) RIGIDWheel base: 3500 / 3700 / 3900 /4100 /4300 / 4500 / 4750 mmEngine: G9K320, EU6Gearbox: AL306Rear axle: RSS1344C / RSH1370F Cab: CAB-DAYSuspension: FSS-LEAF / FSS-AIR only RSS-AIRGas tanks: 2x3 100 litres tanks Exhaust direction: EXD-VERR

Option offering• Gearbox mounted PTO (PR-HP6TH, PR-HP6TL or PR-

HP4TL).• Gearbox integrated hydraulic retarder (RET-TPT). No other

auxiliary brake is available.

Option sales variantsS90200 Compressed Natural Gas - air conditioning conver- sionS90201 Compressed Natural Gas - with retarderS90202 Compressed Natural Gas - 2x4 gas tanksS90203 Compressed Natural Gas - two fuel fill connections (NGV1+NGV2)S90208 Compressed Natural Gas - full air suspension adaptation

1356 Nm1300-1400 r/min

320 hp (239 kW)2000-2100 r/min

Economy1200-1700 r/min

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Gas tanks Total gas volume (m3)

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Equivalent dieselvolume (l)

2x3 100 litres 120 m3 88 kg 88 l

2x4 100 litres 160 m3 117 kg 117 lS90203, FE CNG two fuel fill positions for fast fill.