[VIDEO] How Volvo Raised Fuel Economy 10% on the L260H Loader with 6% More Power

Volvo’s new D13J diesel makes 5% more max torque at 1,100 rpm, sophisticated lock-up torque converter, regenerating hydraulics and 1,700-lb-lighter loader linkage help sip fuel

Mar 7, 2017

Volvo’s new D13J diesel makes 5% more max torque at 1,100 rpm, sophisticated lock-up torque converter, regenerating hydraulics and 1,700-lb-lighter loader linkage help sip fuel

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