Volvo VNL 760

Engine & Performance

Engine: Volvo D13 12.8L turbocharged inline-6 diesel engine, producing approximately 400-500 horsepower and 1,450-1,850 lb-ft of torque

Transmission & Drivetrain: Volvo I-Shift 12-speed automated manual transmission, RWD (6x4 or 4x2 configuration)

Performance: Electronically limited top speed of 65-75 mph, curb weight around 16,000 to 18,000 lbs (tractor only), designed to pull up to 80,000 lbs Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

Exterior

Gloss white aerodynamic cab design, high-roof sleeper configuration with side window cutouts, chrome grille and bumper with an aftermarket heavy-duty moose bumper/brush guard, polished aluminum wheels, and integrated roof fairings for fuel efficiency

Interior Features

Long-haul sleeper cab equipped with a full-size or twin bunk bed, customizable modular storage, refrigerator, microwave space, ergonomic driver's seat with air suspension, digital instrument cluster, and Volvo's infotainment touchscreen display

Condition Assessment

Good. The exterior paint appears clean and well-maintained with no obvious signs of major body damage or structural issues, outfitted for commercial long-haul duty.

Condition Issues: Standard highway wear and tear including minor bug splatter on the front brush guard and minor road grime consistent with active commercial highway operation.

Estimated Mileage: 300,000 - 600,000 miles

Historical Significance

Volvo Trucks is a pioneer in commercial vehicle safety, introducing revolutionary features like driver airbag integration in commercial trucks, advanced collision avoidance systems, and the industry-changing I-Shift automated manual transmission.

Notable Features

Equipped with a heavy-duty commercial brush guard (moose bumper) for highway protection, high-roof aerodynamic sleeper cab, and Volvo's proprietary I-Shift transmission technology.

Production Numbers

Tens of thousands produced annually across North America as part of Volvo's flagship VNL long-haul truck lineup.

Maintenance Recommendations

Regular diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning, fuel filter replacements, oil changes every 25,000 to 50,000 miles depending on usage, and routine inspection of the I-Shift transmission and air brake systems.

Fun Facts

1. The Volvo I-Shift transmission acts almost like a human manual driver by constantly calculating the optimal shift points based on grade, vehicle weight, and throttle position. 2. The VNL sleeper cabs are designed using aerospace principles in wind tunnels to achieve maximum aerodynamic efficiency. 3. Volvo heavy-duty trucks are built in North America at their massive New River Valley plant in Dublin, Virginia.

Identified on: 10/12/2026