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Scania 85S

Built: 1972-1972 · Series: L

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Scania-Vabis_LBS85_Truck_
The Scania 85S is a model in the L series. Production: 1972. The engine delivers 140 kW, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 7,800 cm³. The machine is 8,030 mm long and 2,500 mm wide. The unladen weight is 8,200 kg. The L series covers 99 models. Rated output within it ranges from 88 to 251 kW; the 85S sits in the lower part of that range with 140 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the 81S46 below it with 120 kW and the 80 S 42 165 above it with 141 kW. 7586 Scania models across 18 series are on record. The model is listed under Trucks over 7.5 t. 7 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Power140 kWcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement7,800 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Length8,030 mmcorrect
Width2,500 mmcorrect
Unladen weight8,200 kgcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 17.1 kW/t (140 kW / 8.2 t)

Stronger than 20% of the trucks over 7.5 t in the register — out of 27,776 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Scania 85S have?

The Scania 85S delivers 140 kW.

How much does the Scania 85S weigh?

The unladen weight is 8,200 kg.

What engine does the Scania 85S have?

6 cylinders, 7,800 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Scania 85S?

8,030 mm × 2,500 mm.

When was the Scania 85S built?

Production years: 1972.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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This page carries 7 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.

The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.

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Other models in this series

,P,G,R S-SERIEN,R500

110 42

110 46

110 S 42

110 S 42/4200

110 S 46/4600

110 S46

110-S-46-LAV/4200

110S

110S42

110S46/4600

111 46

Sources: [1]

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