Volvo LV76-series

Volvo LV76-series
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo
Production
  • 1934–1940
  • approx. 2,250 produced[1]
Body and chassis
ClassLight truck
Powertrain
Engine
  • 3.7L EB I6 (1934)
  • 3.7L EC I6 (1935–1940)
Transmission4 speed non-syncro manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3.4–3.8 m (133.9–149.6 in)[1]
Curb weight3,000–4,750 kg (6,614–10,472 lb) (gross weight)[1]
Chronology
PredecessorVolvo LV60-series
SuccessorVolvo Sharpnose

The Volvo LV76-79 was a light truck produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1934 and 1940.

History

In 1934 Volvo introduced its LV76 series. The truck was available in three versions: LV76 with a payload of 1 tonne, LV77 with a payload of 1.25 tonnes and LV78 with a payload of 1.5 tonnes.[2] In 1935 the truck was modernized with a streamlined radiator cover and the larger EC engine.

In 1936 the series was supplemented with the sturdier LV79.[2]

Engines

Model Year Engine[1] Displacement Power Type
LV76-78 1934 Volvo EB: I6 sv 3,366 cc (205.4 cu in) 65 bhp (48 kW) Petrol engine
LV76-79 1935–40 Volvo EC: I6 sv 3,670 cc (224 cu in) 75 bhp (56 kW) Petrol engine
LV79 1940 Volvo ECG: I6 sv 3,670 cc (224 cu in) 50 bhp (37 kW) Wood gas conversion

References

  1. ^ a b c d Olsson, Christer (1987). Volvo – Lastbilarna igår och idag. Malmö, Sweden: Förlagshuset Norden AB. ISBN 91-86442-76-7.
  2. ^ a b Volvo Trucks Global – history
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