Volvo D13H - 375
Built: 2012 · Series: D13H -
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Volvo D13H — the 13-Liter Long-Haul Platform – inline six-cylinder diesel, the standard engine of the Volvo VNL range since 2005, with the D13TC turbocompound variant
The D13 is Volvo's 13-liter inline six-cylinder engine for long-haul trucking; the "D13H" entries in SpecCodex sit within this same engine family. Model designations such as D13H - 375 or D13H - 500 follow Volvo and Mack's common convention of stating the horsepower rating directly in the model name.
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Volvo introduced the D13 in 2005 as the successor to the D12, with the North American version following in 2007 to meet local emissions rules. The 2017 generation brought a new common-rail injection system and a redesigned piston bowl for cleaner, more efficient combustion; alongside it, Volvo introduced the D13TC turbo-compound variant, which mechanically recovers exhaust energy.
The D13 has been the standard engine for Volvo's North American VNL long-haul trucks since its introduction and also powers coaches such as the Prevost H-Series.
Like other heavy Volvo/Mack diesels, the D13 runs on wet cylinder liners that can be replaced individually during a major overhaul. The D13TC's turbocompound technology uses an additional exhaust turbine coupled to the crankshaft to mechanically convert otherwise wasted exhaust energy into drive power — a method that saves fuel especially during steady long-haul cruising.
On a used D13-powered vehicle, match the exact engine variant to the model year, since the injection system and aftertreatment changed significantly across the 2014 and 2017 updates; documented EGR/SCR service history is an important buying criterion.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Volvo D13, Volvo Trucks (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Engine code | N / Acorrect |
|---|---|
| Engine family | CVPTH12.8S01; DVPTH12.8S01correct |
| Engine families | CVPTH12.8S01; DVPTH12.8S01correct |
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
| Rated output | 279.6 kW (= 375 bhp)correct |
| Rated speed | 1,700 rpmcorrect |
| Maximum torque | 1,506 ft·lbfcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,000 rpmcorrect |
| Operating cycle | dieselcorrect |
| Injection | electronic direct injectioncorrect |
| Aspiration | single-stage turbocorrect |
Origin and approval
| Built from | 2012correct |
|---|---|
| Built to | 2013correct |
| Model year from | 2012correct |
| Model year to | 2013correct |
Other data
| Application | HHDDcorrect |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Volvo D13H - 375 have?
The Volvo D13H - 375 delivers 280 kW.
When was the Volvo D13H - 375 built?
Production years: 2012.
What to check before buying
- Match the data plate against the order: frame size, mounting and rating have to agree.
- For used units, ask about winding condition and bearing play.
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