Volvo VM Cavalo Mecanico

Descriptions:
The Volvo VM Cavalo Mecânico refers to a specific configuration of the Volvo VM truck, designed to be the “tractor unit” or “prime mover” that pulls a semi-trailer. In Brazil, “cavalo mecânico” is the common term for this type of truck.

The Volvo VM series is a highly versatile line of semi-heavy trucks produced by Volvo, primarily for the Latin American market, particularly Brazil. It’s known for its:

Versatility: The VM can be adapted for a wide range of applications, including distribution, long-distance hauling, vocational uses like forestry and mining, and various types of cargo (dry cargo, refrigerated, tankers, etc.).
Efficiency: Volvo emphasizes fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in the VM series, often featuring the D8K Volvo Euro 6 engine.
Robustness and Durability: Designed to handle diverse road conditions, including unpaved roads, the VM is built with a reinforced chassis.
Comfort and Safety: Volvo prioritizes driver comfort and safety, with features like spacious cabs (including sleeper options), good visibility, advanced braking systems (ABS and EBS), and intelligent deformation zones in the cab for crash protection.
Technology: Modern VM models often include features like the I-Shift automated transmission for smoother driving and better fuel economy, and intelligent acceleration systems that adjust fuel injection based on load and topography.
Key Specifications (can vary by model and configuration):

Engine: Volvo D8K, typically available in 290 hp and 360 hp, with some models like the VM 330 being popular.
Transmission: Available with manual or I-Shift automated transmissions (12-speed being common for I-Shift).
Axle Configurations: Common “cavalo mecânico” configurations include 4x2T (toco – single rear axle) and 6x2T (truck – tandem rear axles with one driven), but other configurations like 6x4T (traçado – two driven rear axles) exist for heavier or off-road applications.
Braking System: Drum brakes with ABS and EBS, and powerful engine brakes (like VEB with 300 hp or butterfly brake with 210 hp).
Where to find a Volvo VM Cavalo Mecânico in Brazil:

Official Volvo Trucks Dealerships: Volvo has an extensive network of dealerships across Brazil where you can purchase new models, get service, and inquire about financing.
Used Truck Marketplaces: Websites like Mercado Livre Caminhões, Caminhões e Carretas, and Tratores e Colheitadeiras are popular platforms for buying and selling used Volvo VM trucks in Brazil. Prices for used models vary significantly based on year, mileage, condition, and specific configuration (e.g., a 2013 VM 330 4×2 can be found for around R$ 200,000, while a newer 2021 VM 330 4×2 can go for over R$ 350,000).
Specialized Truck Resellers: Many independent truck dealerships across the country specialize in buying and selling used heavy vehicles.

Authors:
CLAUDIO GAMER

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