Distribution Gearbox - Tha - 02 - 693918u
Distribution Gearbox - Tha - 02 - 693918u
Distribution Gearbox - Tha - 02 - 693918u
This Volvo-designed, single-stage distribution gearbox is The distribution gearbox is characterized by the following
used for all-wheel drive 4x4 and 6x6. product properties:
The distribution gearbox is adapted to suit the driven front • Solid, single-stage distribution gearbox, which, together
axle and is mounted on the chassis behind the gearbox. It with the driven front axle, makes the vehicle highly
is a simple and reliable single-stage design that gives small productive.
transmission losses, which creates the conditions for high • Engagement/disengagement from the driver's seat cre-
vehicle productivity. ates the conditions for low fuel consumption.
The distribution gearbox's task is to distribute the engine's • Large gears and axles make the gearbox highly reliable.
driving power between the front and rear drive shaft(s). The • Splash lubrication of gears and bearings.
gear's through shaft continuously drives the rear axle(s), • Light-weight design makes the vehicle highly product-
while the driving force is transferred to the front axle via ive.
a spur gear.
The front wheel drive is engaged and disengaged via an
easy to access switch on the dashboard. It gives the driver
the ability to engage and disengage front wheel drive when
necessary, which has a positive effect on both fuel consump-
tion and the vehicle's drivability.
Specification
Type ............Single-stage distribution gearbox (VT2501TB)
Weight without oil ................................................................... 165 kg
Gear ratio(depending on the rear axle ratio):
Rear axle Distribution gearbox
3.61:1................................................................................................ 0.69:1
3.76:1 .............................................................................................. 0.72:1
4.12:1................................................................................................ 0.79:1
4.55:1................................................................................................ 0.88:1
5.41:1................................................................................................ 1.04:1
Oil volume .........................................................approximately 5.5 l
2
8
1
6 9 7
5 6