Volvo FL6 08
Built: 1998-1998 · Series: FL6
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Volvo FL6 – mid-range distribution truck with 5.5-litre straight-six, 126 to 184 kW, gross weight from 8.6 to 17 tonnes, chassis for box, tipper and municipal bodies
The Volvo FL6 is the mid-range series of light and medium-duty Volvo trucks for distribution haulage, positioned below the heavy FH and FM models. FL denotes the range, the 6 the six-cylinder engine that distinguishes the FL6 from the smaller four-cylinder models in the range; suffixes such as 08, 11 and 250 denote gross vehicle weight or engine output of the respective version. The FL6 was used chiefly in furniture, beverage and building-materials distribution, as well as a chassis for box bodies, tippers and municipal vehicles. The range is powered by a 5.5-litre straight-six fitted in several power ratings across the models. Volvo built the FL6 at its European commercial-vehicle plants.
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The register lists 7 versions with a 5.5-litre straight-six producing between 126 and 184 kW. Unladen weight ranges from 4,350 to 8,520 kg, gross vehicle weight from 8,600 to 17,000 kg. Length runs from 5,970 to 9,420 mm and width from 2,500 to 2,600 mm.
In distribution haulage, the FL6 competed with the Mercedes-Benz Atego, the MAN L2000/M2000 and the Iveco EuroCargo, all ranges in the medium weight segment between 7.5 and 18 tonnes. The compact forward-control cab and tight turning circle made the FL6 a preferred chassis for inner-city delivery work, while the more powerful versions were also used in regional long-distance haulage.
On a used example, frame corrosion, particularly around the rear axle mountings, and the condition of the cab mounting should be checked. The straight-six is considered durable, but the injection pump and turbocharger should be checked for leaks. On vehicles with a box body, the condition of the tail lift and body mounting is worth a look. Spare parts for the drivetrain and braking system are readily available through the Volvo dealer network and independent commercial-vehicle parts suppliers.
Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle Volvo FL6, Volvo Trucks (Hersteller)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 132 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,480 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 7,400 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,600 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,250 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 8,600 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 6correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 21.1 kW/t (132 kW / 6.2 t)
Stronger than 15% of the trucks over 7.5 t in the register — out of 25,424 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Volvo FL6 08 have?
The Volvo FL6 08 delivers 132 kW.
How much does the Volvo FL6 08 weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,250 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Volvo FL6 08?
8,600 kg.
What engine does the Volvo FL6 08 have?
5,480 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Volvo FL6 08?
7,400 mm × 2,600 mm.
When was the Volvo FL6 08 built?
Production years: 1998.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
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- 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.
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