Volvo Lorries
Volvo began in 1926 producing vehicles in Stockholm with a prototype. By 1927, small goods vehicles were being manufactured in Gothenburg, followed by heavier three-ton trucks in 1928.
Known for their sturdy cars, Volvo introduced their lorries to British roads in 1967 when Jim McKelvie, a former road haulier, recognized the need for better trucks and imported the Volvo F86. This model, with its lightweight design, high power-to-weight ratio, and superior driver comfort, quickly became popular in the UK. The F86 paved the way for a wide range of Volvo trucks and bus chassis in the UK market.
Volvo's production has grown significantly, establishing the company as a major global player. Although a relatively recent entrant to the UK, Volvo trucks have gained a strong following.
This illustrated book chronicles their history in Britain, from the early F86 imports in the 1960s to the modern FH16 750 bhp fleet seen on today's roads.
Product details
| Author: | Bill Reid |
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| Details: | 96 pages, 9.25 x 6.5 x 0.43 in (23.5 x 16.5 x 1.1 cm), paperback |
| Illustrations: | 180 b&w and color photos |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Amberley Publishing (GB, 2017) |
| ISBN: | 9781445667720 |
