Volvo L3314 A
Built: 1963 · Series: L-3314
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Volvo L 3314 Laplander – the Swedish military off-roader: a 1.78-litre four-cylinder engine producing 48 kW, four-wheel-drive pick-up versions, 1,400 to 1,800 kg unladen weight
The L 3314, known as the Laplander, is a light off-road vehicle that Volvo developed from the early 1960s for the Swedish military and which also entered service with other armed forces. PU in the type designation stands for pick-up, the 4X4 suffix for permanent four-wheel drive; the digit sequence after the slash on some versions gives a technical parameter of that version.
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The register lists here 6 versions with 48 kW from a four-cylinder engine of 1,778 to 1,780cc displacement, unladen weights from 1,400 to 1,800 kg, gross vehicle weights from 2,250 to 2,464 kg, lengths from 4,030 to 4,050 mm and widths from 1,650 to 1,720 mm.
As a rugged off-roader with high ground clearance, the Laplander served primarily military purposes in Nordic climates and rough terrain, but was also used by civilian operators with similar requirements, for instance in forestry and rescue services. The name refers to a design suited to conditions in Lapland, and its simple, easily repaired mechanicals suited long-term operation far from a workshop.
When buying a used vehicle of this type, check the frame and body for corrosion, the condition of the transfer case and differentials, and the tightness of the often simple wiring. Parts today are available mainly through the Scandinavian military-vehicle and classic-vehicle market.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Volvo L-3314, Volvo (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,778 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Width | 1,650 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,100 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,500 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,250 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Volvo L3314 A weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,500 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Volvo L3314 A?
2,250 kg.
What engine does the Volvo L3314 A have?
4 cylinders, 1,778 cm³ displacement.
When was the Volvo L3314 A built?
Production years: 1963.
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 9 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: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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