The Volvo FMX: Allowing Your Business to Continuously Move Forward
Enhanced Axles
As one of the leading heavy equipment manufacturers in the world, Volvo understands that different industry operations need a fleet of vehicles with various configurations. Depending on the work site, job requirements, and location you’ll need a truck that can handle the task. This is why Volvo’s driven front axle has multiple configuration options.
Listed below are the axle configuration options available:
- 4×4
- 6×6
- 8×6
- 10×6
The front drive axle was engineered to give your truck a better approach angle, it also has an Automatic Traction Control (ATC) to give your team the stability it needs to maneuver through difficult conditions. This feature automatically engages and disengages whenever your operators need it, that way your drivers can have a seamless driving experience even on the roughest roads.
Behind the axle beam is an integrated parallel rod to ensure that the axle casing at the lowest point of the vehicle has good ground clearances of up to 300 mm – even when fully loaded. A design decision that has improved the sturdiness of the Volvo FMX.
In addition to this, a Tandem Axle Lift allows your operators to disengage and elevate the drive axle to allow the truck to behave like a 4×2 or 6×2 vehicle, giving the Volvo FMX the ability to turn even in tight quarters and improve its general maneuverability. A feature that also improves the truck’s fuel economy by 3%.
Traction Controls
While the ATC can detect whether your operators need more traction, you’re also given the option to manually activate these controls by sampling turning the traction control panel clockwise. Doing this will engage the differential lock functions and the driven front axle.
Improved Rear Air Suspension
Given the importance of ground clearance in rough terrains, Volvo has ensured that its rear air suspension can give you a 300 mm ground clearance. This provides your drivers with a suspension system that’s comfortable and efficient.
So, not only does the Volvo FMX have fewer vibrations affecting it but, it can also gain a boost on its average speed by up to 10 km/h.
Prepared For The Ride
Are you ready to take on uphill off-road jobs? With Volvo FMX’s Hill Start Aid, your team can effectively accomplish these jobs at any angle. But if your vehicle has halted, Volvo has equipped the FMX with a Rock Free function that automatically pumps the truck’s accelerator until it comes loose.
A heavy-duty truck with an excellent suspension system that can withstand the heaviest of payloads. What more can you ask for in an off-road partner? Choose Volvo FMX for your operations today!
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