Volvo FL612-L/5800
Built: 1998 · Series: FL612-L
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Volvo FL612-L – distribution truck from the FL6 range: 5.48-litre six-cylinder turbodiesel, 132 to 184 kW, 12-tonne gross weight for municipal and body-fitted vehicles
The Volvo FL612-L belongs to the FL6 series, which the Swedish manufacturer introduced in the mid-1980s as a distribution truck slotted between the lighter FL4 and the heavier FL7/FL10. The range is powered by the 5.48-litre six-cylinder TD61 turbodiesel, and the "12" in the designation refers to the roughly 12-tonne gross vehicle weight, placing the chassis in the medium-duty class between 3.5- and 18-tonne vehicles.
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The register lists 9 versions with 132 to 184 kW at a constant displacement of 5,480 cc. Kerb weights range from 5,550 to 7,900 kg, and the gross vehicle weight is 12,000 kg. Chassis lengths run from 6,250 to 10,000 mm, widths from 2,395 to 2,600 mm.
As a distribution and municipal vehicle, the FL6 was fitted across Europe with box bodies, tippers, fire-fighting and refuse equipment, and tankers, competing with the Mercedes-Benz LK/LN2, the MAN L2000 and the Iveco EuroCargo. Its compact dimensions and tight turning circle made it a popular chassis for inner-city work.
When buying a used example, checks should cover corrosion on the frame and spring mounts, the condition of the clutch and manual gearbox, and the tightness of the turbocharger and charge-air cooler. As many FL612-L units served as municipal or body-fitted vehicles in continuous duty, it is worth reviewing the hour-meter reading and the body hydraulics' service book. Parts for chassis and drivetrain are available through Volvo Trucks service and independent commercial-vehicle parts suppliers.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Volvo FL612-L, Volvo Trucks (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 169 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,480 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 10,000 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,600 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 7,700 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 12,000 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 21.9 kW/t (169 kW / 7.7 t)
Stronger than 22% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,242 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Volvo FL612-L/5800 have?
The Volvo FL612-L/5800 delivers 169 kW.
How much does the Volvo FL612-L/5800 weigh?
The unladen weight is 7,700 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Volvo FL612-L/5800?
12,000 kg.
What engine does the Volvo FL612-L/5800 have?
5,480 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Volvo FL612-L/5800?
10,000 mm × 2,600 mm.
When was the Volvo FL612-L/5800 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.
- 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.
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Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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