General
data:
Built
(1957) on a light truck chassis this car superseded the Volvo
TPV from 1953. 720 were made, until 1958. A sturdy and
attractive 4/5 seater, many have been preserved by MV
collectors. Known officially as Radiopersonterrängbil 915 (and
popularly as 'Suggan', Sow) there were two versions: 9151 and
9152, which differed in equipment. The chassis was used also for
265TL11 and TL12 aircraft starter / towing vehicles (equipped by
Penta, for starting jet engines); these had the A6 type engine
of 105 and 115bhp respectively.
Technical
Details:
Own
ED 6 cyl. side-valve liquid-cooled petrol engine. Cubic capacity
3645 cc. Maximum output 90 bhp at 3600rpm. Dry plate clutch.
4F1R gearbox. 2-speed transfer box with front axle disconnect.
5.14:1 axle gear ratio. vacuum operated diff locks. Hydaulic
brakes. Rigid axles with semi-elliptic leaf springs. 9.00-16
tyres. 12-volt electrics. 76-litre fuel capacity.
Dimensions
and Weights:
Wheelbase
2685mm. Overall length 4700mm, width 1950mm, height 2150mm (roof
1950mm). Ground clearance 250mm. Weight 2880kg, gross 3200kg.
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