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4.2
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3 reviews
3.7
3.7 Price
4.0
4.0 Reliability
4.0
4.0 Maintenance
4.7
4.7 Operation
4.7
4.7 Convenience
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4.2
Dump truck Volvo FM 420
2012 Year
3.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
5.0 Convenience
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I spent a week driving the FM 420, mostly highway, some city and a few bad roads in between. First impressions - the air suspension seat is a blessing, you can mess with the lumbar and height, made my back hurt less by the end of the day. I liked the visibility, lower cab height actually helps, mirrors cover most blind spots but there's always that one angle missing. AC and heating are solid, though didn't get to try heating much here. Music system is there but speaker placement isn't the best. Door handles are oddly placed, keep reaching for the wrong spot. Climbing in and out is easy, steps are wide and grip well even in the rain. Rear bunk is decently spacious - not exactly hotel room but good enough to stretch out for a nap. As for service and parts, didn’t run into issues yet but Volvo has a decent network, at least in bigger cities. Wasn’t blown away by some of the plastics and small details, but nothing that ruins the experience. JK tyres seem reliable so far. Would love it if price was less but it's not shocking for this segment.
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4.0
Dump truck Volvo FM 420
2005 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
3.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
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I've covered a significant distance behind the wheel of the Volvo FM 420, and I can say the suspension system appears solid with minimal issues encountered. However, replacing the clutch at approximately 850,000 km felt like a slight letdown. Maintenance costs are reasonable given the quality aspects of the vehicle. All things considered, it's a durable model for long-haul operations.
4.4
Dump truck Volvo FM 420
2005 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
5.0 Maintenance
4.0 Operation
5.0 Convenience
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I’ve spent a good amount of time driving the Volvo FM 420. The fuel economy can vary depending on the model configurations-particularly the gearbox ratios and engine specs. I experienced better performance with the Euro 5 engine compared to the Euro 4 model, as it provided a more consistent fuel consumption level. Maintenance has been straightforward, though issues like rapid battery drainage due to system settings were a slight annoyance but manageable. The comfort level in the cab is satisfactory for long hauls, ensuring fatigue is kept at bay.
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