Short facts

Total weight:
Up to 100 tonnes
Engine:
D16E: 540, 580, 660 hp
D16C: 550 and 610 hp
Cabs:
Sleeper cab, Globetrotter, Globetrotter XL

Engine

Volvo D16

  • D16E engine; 540, 580 or 660 hp
  • D16C engine 550 or 610 hp
  • With SCR, the engine meets Euro 4 norms
  • Volvo Engine Brake+ as option
  • 2600, 2800 or 3100 Nm of torque respectively
  • 90% of torque available within 2 seconds
  • Optional Closed Crankcase Ventilation

 

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The D16E/D16C is an in-line six-cylinder 16-litre direct-injected diesel engine. It features a single cylinder head, overhead camshaft, four valves per cylinder and electronically controlled unit injectors. The timing mechanism is located at the rear of the engine. True to Volvo tradition, the D16E/D16C is turbocharged and intercooled. The compression ratio for the D16E is 17.3:1. The compression ratio for the D16C is 18:01.

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