Volvo FMX 440 8x4 Tipper
The new Volvo FMX is the best mining and construction truck in the Indian market. Just three years after the first Volvo FMX was launched, this new one is ready to take its place and will take performance and productivity to a whole new level. The all new Volvo FMX is an extremely robust, powerful and efficient truck for the toughest operating conditions. It is designed based on enormous experience of Volvo Trucks in India and global markets in rough and deep mining and heavy construction application.

We have spent more than half a million hours on engineering and more than 100,000 hours on test-engineering, simulations, tests and verifications in the new FMX series. The accelerated endurance tests simulate 15 years of real use. This is equivalent to about one million km for a single truck working in construction and rough road conditions. That?s 250 laps around the world!

The new FMX is packed with smart new technologies that improve fuel efficiency, and features that minimise driver fatigue and maximize productivity and uptime. The new FMX now comes with automated gear box as an option; The ?I-shift? for mining, that improves productivity, driving comfort and fuel efficiency. This new I-shift gearbox is Volvo?s 4th generation automated gear box and is designed and optimised particularly for mining operations.

The new ergonomic dashboard, instrument cluster and air suspended seat on I-shift variant provides spacious and stress free cab thus improving driver productivity. With the 18 tonne twin front axle, 33 tonne rear tandem axle, reinforced rear suspension, heavy duty bumper, and even the tow hook that is tested for 32 tonne, the truck redefines robustness. The new best in class 19.5 cu m body capacity can lead up to 10 per cent increased productivity compared to its predecessor and competition. The new FMX will also come with Dynafleet Online the Volvo telematics solution, enabled for ?Fuel and environment? services which will provide customers more control on their fleet performance and together with Volvo Trucks Driver Training Center they can work towards improving their overall fuel consumption and operational efficiency of the fleet.

The new FMX uses smart new technologies to minimise fatigue on the driver and maximise productivity. It breaks new ground for mobility and manoeuvrability in borderline terrain and tight spaces. Above all, it?s designed to make the most of opportunities in a sector where business is harder than concrete - mining and construction.

Technical Specifications

Engine
Six-cylinder, in-line direct injection diesel engine
Electronically regulated fuel injection with unit injectors
Engine Management System with driving information and diagnosis
Displacement: 12.8 litre
Max. Power: 440 hp @ 1,400-1,800 rpm
Max. Torque: 2,200 Nm @ 1,050-1,400 rpm
Emissions: BS III / Euro 3

Clutch
(Manual Tipper)

Power assisted drag type dual friction discs
Plate diameter: 400 mm

(I-Shift Tipper)
Power assisted push-type single friction disc
Plate diameter: 430 mm

Gear Box
(Manual Tipper)

  • Manual synchronised range/splitter gearbox
  • Heavy duty transmission oil cooler with additional radiator
  • No. of gears: 14 Forward with 2 crawler and 4 Reverse

(I-Shift Tipper)

  • Automated range/splitter gearbox
  • Heavy duty transmission oil cooler with additional radiator
  • I-Roll, Shift strategy, Smart cruise control features for economy driving
  • P+, HD mode, Jerk start features for performance driving
  • No. of gears: 12 forward + 4 reverse

Power Take-Off
Clutch-dependent gearbox mounted power take-off

Front Axles
Twin heavy-duty steerable front axle with high ground clearance

Rear Axles
Drive tandem hub-reduction axle with four planetary gears Ratio: 5.41:1
SUSPENSION Front
Parabolic suspension with S-shaped leaf geometry
Rear
Heavy-duty bogie suspension with conventional multi-leaf spring

Wheels and Tires
Tyre size:12? x 24? cross ply
Wheel rim size:8.5? x 24?

CAB
FMX day cabin
Crash-tested steel welded structure
Accommodation: 1 driver + 1 co-driver
Cabin tilt angle: 700

Interiors

  • Electrical manually controlled climate unit
  • New ergonomically designed dashboard with easy-access stalks, switches & controls
  • New instrument cluster with easy-glance displays and on-board diagnostics
  • Electrical switch on dashboard for activation of Parking brake
  • Comfortable driver?s seat (standard for manual tipper) with adjustment of fore-aft, height, backrest, lumbar support, seat tilt
  • Air suspended driver?s seat (standard for I-Shift tipper) with adjustment of fore-aft, height, backrest, lumbar support, shoulder, seat cushion extension, seat tilt, cushion stiffness
  • Cushioned foldable co-driver seat
  • Red safety belt

Exteriors

  • New heavy duty bumper with extremely robust design and high approach angle
  • Robust front towing device certified for 25 tonne
  • Distinct V-shape Daytime Running Light (DRL)
  • Heavy duty headlamp unit with higher illumination main beam
  • Cab fully suspended by four coil springs and shock absorbers

Telematics
Volvo Dynafleet Online services

Tipper Body & Hydraulics
  • All-steel welded construction low C G Rock Body
  • Struck volume:19.5 cum
  • Floor, sideboard and headboard made of high tensile wear resistant steel
  • Heavy-duty front mounted telescopic cylinder
  • Direct-mounted hydraulic pump on P.T.O.

Vehicle Weights
Laden weight, kg (as per CMVR limits)
Front axles (Twin): 12,000
Rear axles (Bogie): 19,000
Gross vehicle weight31000