Volvo F4/ F6/ F7

Volvo F4/ F6/ F7
Volvo F407 (1977)
Overview
Manufacturer	Volvo
Also called	F406 F407 F408 F6
Production	1975–1986
Assembly	Belgium: Ghent (Oostakker)
Body and chassis
Class	Light truck
Body style	Cab Over Engine
Layout	Rear-wheel drive
Related	Volvo F6
Powertrain
Engine	Inline 6 turbodiesel Volvo TD40A (3.59 L) 126 hp, 295 Nm
Transmission	5 speed manual Single dry-plate clutch, 305 mm Gear ratios: 6.40:1, 3.63:1, 2.16:1, 1.43:1, 1.00:1, reverse 5.88:1
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2850–4450 mm
Length	5.83–8.25 m
Width	2.2 m
Height	2.43 m + canopy
Curb weight	2,600–2,870 kg
Chronology
Predecessor	Volvo Snabbe
Successor	FL4

The Volvo F4 (also marketed as F6 and F7 in some versions) is a light truck series produced by Volvo Trucks from 1975 to 1986. The F6 variant came equipped with a more powerful engine. These trucks were often used for parcel and urban delivery services. ^[1]

History

Produced in Ghent, Belgium, the Volvo F4/F6 served as a compact alternative in Volvo’s truck lineup. They featured a 3.59-liter turbocharged inline-six diesel engine (TD40A) producing 126 hp and 295 Nm of torque. The powertrain was paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. ^[2]

Although popular for delivery operations, the model was known for its sensitivity to corrosion. It was ultimately succeeded by the Volvo FL4. ^[3]

References

1. "1970-talet". Volvo Lastvagnar (in Swedish). 2025-06-17. Archived from the original on 2025-08-05. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
2. Gustavsson, Robert (2025-01-31). "Månadens 75:a". Classic Motor (in Swedish). Archived from the original on 2025-08-05. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
3. Nordner, Anders (2024-07-06). "Knappt inkörd: Volvo F4 – med staketmotor". Classic Motor (in Swedish). Archived from the original on 2025-08-05. Retrieved 2025-08-05.

External links

• Media related to Volvo F4/F6 at Wikimedia Commons