Volvo LV76-series
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| Volvo LV76-series | |
|---|---|
| File:Volvo LV 76 Truck 1935 2.jpg | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
| Production |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Light truck |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 4 speed non-syncro manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3.4–3.8 m (133.9–149.6 in)[1] |
| Curb weight | 3,000–4,750 kg (6,614–10,472 lb) (gross weight)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Volvo LV60-series |
| Successor | Volvo Sharpnose |
The Volvo LV76-79 was a light truck produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1934 and 1940.
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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
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| 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||||||||
| Light duty | LV4 | LV60-series | LV76-series | Sharpnose | L340 | Snabbe/Trygge | F82 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Medium duty | LV71-series | LV81-series | Roundnose | Brage/Starke/Raske | F85 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Medium/heavy | LV66-series | Longnose | Viking | F86 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Heavy duty | Titan | F88 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
