The power, the feeling and that unmistakeable sound – they are part of what makes Scania’s V8 engine a legend. Add excellent fuel economy in its output segment, the reputation of being almost unburstable and having an excellent trade-in value, and you have a combination that’s hard to beat. The strong reputation built by the original 14-litre engine is being carried to new heights with the 16-litre version launched in 2000.
When Scania unveiled its 350 hp 14-litre V8 engine at the end of the 1960s, it was Europe’s most powerful truck engine, and it held that distinction for many years. The V8 made Scania the King of the Road.
During the development process, working on the performance of the new engine, the engineers coined the concept of ‘driveability’. Driveability characterises how an engine behaves, together with the rest of the powertrain, while driving. Peak power is generally of secondary importance, but the torque characteristics are critical in determining how well the engine performs.
Ground-breaking engine technology, operating economy and professional support all the way.
Scania fleet management helps operators keep costs firmly in check. The service includes a data logging unit on-board the vehicle and communication with the office. The operator gets a comprehensive overview of how the fleet is running, which in turn contributes to lower fuel costs and helps motivate drivers. From 2009, digital tachograph data can be downloaded as well. The service, which includes GPS positioning, is fully compatible with a mixed fleet of vehicles.
Drivers and fuel account for more than half of costs for a typical truck operator. Scania puts every conceivable effort into optimising fuel economy and uptime. This has a huge impact on the customer’s business and capacity to earn money.
Scania EGR on all bus engines
EEV engines up to 360 hp
Renewable fuel option with up to 90% CO2 saving
Euro 5 engines up to 480 hp
Euro 4 and Euro 3 available
New instrument cluster with improved graphics
Adjustable dashboard (VDV 234)
F-series – new front-engined buses for emerging markets
Scania’s policy is always to provide comprehensive service support for its customers along with vehicles. Scania’s service portfolio now comprises some 30 different services – some with a long tradition, some quite new, some available in most markets, some based on local initiatives and best practice that are spreading to other markets. The standard of Scania’s services is upheld via a set of promises that secure full commitment towards customers.
Scania’s new inline engine platform meets Euro 5 emission standards without aftertreatment, marking a breakthrough in engine technology. Scania is continuing to extend this new engine range to include all truck series as well as buses and coaches. Additional engines cover the need for Euro 5 and EEV, as well as giving customers a choice of EGR and SCR technology for some truck applications.
Scania’s engine range comprises 5- and 6-cylinder inline engines and the legendary V8. Outputs extend from 230 to 620 hp. The current line-up complies with Euro 4 and Euro 5, and a selection of engines with the even stricter EEV standard (enhanced environmentally friendly vehicle).
