Volvo FM12 8X2
Built: 2004 · Series: FM12
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Volvo FM12 – heavy distribution and long-haul range with a 12-litre D12 engine, positioned between FL and FH: 8 versions, 250 to 338 kW, 26 to 36.4 tonnes gross vehicle weight
The FM range replaced the older F and FL models in 1998, positioning itself as a versatile chassis below the long-haul flagship FH; the number 12 denotes the twelve-litre D12 engine. Model designations in the register, such as FM12 340 or FM12 460, give the rated output in metric horsepower, and 6X2 or 8X2 the axle configuration.
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The register lists 8 versions with 250 to 338 kW from six-cylinder engines of 12,000 to 12,130 cm³. Unladen weights range from 9,100 to 15,200 kg, gross vehicle weights from 26,000 to 36,400 kg, lengths from 7,270 to 10,450 mm and widths from 2,480 to 2,600 mm.
With power steps up to 460 hp and axle configurations up to 8X2, the FM12 covered a broad range of construction, tipper and tractor-unit tasks, positioning itself as a rugged workhorse alongside the comfort-oriented FH. In Scandinavia and Eastern Europe, the FM range remained a common chassis in construction and heavy transport for decades. On the used market, FM12 units are valued for their versatile body mounting options and good parts availability even outside the official Volvo network.
When buying a used FM12, check the condition of the D12 engine and exhaust gas recirculation, rust on the frame and subframe on tipper and crane bodies, the condition of the clutch and axles, and, on 8X2 versions, the condition of the tag or steered axle. The Volvo parts network reliably covers drivetrain and chassis.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Volvo FM12, Volvo Trucks (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 338 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 12,130 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,750 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,480 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 14,500 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 35,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 6correct |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 23.3 kW/t (338 kW / 14.5 t)
Stronger than 69% 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 FM12 8X2 have?
The Volvo FM12 8X2 delivers 338 kW.
How much does the Volvo FM12 8X2 weigh?
The unladen weight is 14,500 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Volvo FM12 8X2?
35,000 kg.
What engine does the Volvo FM12 8X2 have?
12,130 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Volvo FM12 8X2?
8,750 mm × 2,480 mm.
When was the Volvo FM12 8X2 built?
Production years: 2004.
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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This page carries 8 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.
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Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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