Volvo Trucks

FH (2012)

2012–2020

About this generation

The all-new Volvo FH launched in 2012 with a completely redesigned cab, independent front suspension and advanced driver assistance systems, setting a new benchmark for heavy-duty trucks.

The 2012 Volvo FH represented the biggest redesign in the model's history. It introduced a completely new cab structure with more interior space, improved visibility and significantly enhanced safety. Volvo also introduced independent front suspension (IFS) as an option, Dynamic Steering and a more efficient D13K engine family, making the FH one of the most technologically advanced trucks in the industry.

Key Features

Completely new cab design
Volvo Dynamic Steering
Independent Front Suspension (IFS)
Improved aerodynamics
New D13K engine family
I-Shift with crawler gears
Advanced driver assistance systems

Technical Overview

Production: 2012–2020
Replaced: Volvo FH (2008)
Succeeded by: Volvo FH (2020)

Cab & Transmission

Cab Types: Day Cab
Sleeper Cab
Globetrotter
Globetrotter XL
Transmissions: I-Shift automated manual transmission
I-Shift with crawler gears
Manual transmission (selected markets)

Engines

10 engines

D11K

3 variants

10.8 L • Diesel • Inline-6 • 6 cyl

D13K

4 variants

12.8 L • Diesel • Inline-6 • 6 cyl

D16K

3 variants

16.1 L • Diesel • Inline-6 • 6 cyl

FH (2008)

2008–2012

FH (2020)

2020–2024