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Volvo L340

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Volvo L340
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo
Production1950 – 1956,
approx. 4,900 produced[1]
Body and chassis
ClassLight truck
RelatedVolvo PV800
Powertrain
Engine3,670 cc (3.7 L) ED I6[1]
Transmission4 speed non-syncro manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3.5–3.9 m (137.8–153.5 in)[1]
Curb weight5,200 kg (11,464 lb) (gross weight)[1]
Chronology
PredecessorVolvo Sharpnose
SuccessorVolvo Snabbe

The Volvo L340 was a light truck produced by Swedish automaker Volvo between 1950 and 1956.

History

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The L340, introduced in 1950, was an update of the predecessor L201/202. The mechanical components were the same, but the truck got a more modern front end, derived from the contemporary taxicab PV831/832.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Olsson, Christer (1987). Volvo – Lastbilarna igår och idag. Malmö, Sweden: Förlagshuset Norden AB. ISBN 91-86442-76-7.
  2. ^ Volvo Trucks Global – history
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