Volvo is ready for Euro 6. Here’s D13K460.

Euro 6 is approaching. It’s the most stringent European emission standard to date. D13K460 is our first engine to fulfil the demands. Here are all the facts. 

What is Euro 6?
Compared with the previous standard, Euro 6 mainly targets two types of emissions: nitrogen oxides (NO_X) and particulate matter (PM).

The limits are extremely strict:

• NO_X is reduced by 80% – to 0.40 g/kWh (steady-state cycle)
• NO_X is reduced by 77% – to 0,46 g/kWh (transient cycle)
• PM is reduced by 50% – to 0.01 g/kWh

The latter is actually even tougher, since not only the weight, but also the number of particulates count. To fulfil this demand, a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is needed, to capture also the smallest particulates. 

Euro 6 becomes mandatory for all new heavy trucks from 1 January, 2014. But it may be a good option to invest in the new technology sooner than this.

Why invest in Euro 6 before 2014?
Being among the first to invest in a Euro 6-certified truck has its benefits. First of all, you can be sure to enjoy any incentives available on your market.

But you might also gain an edge on the competition. More and more customers let environmental factors be a deciding factor when choosing a supplier.

Our solution for Euro 6
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) was our choice for Euro 4 and Euro 5. We’ve now refined this technology further to comply with Euro 6 without compromising engine performance.

To keep the NO_X levels down, we’ve added an un-cooled EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system to the engine. It makes sure the driveability is maintained, while optimising exhaust-gas temperature and NO_X levels for efficient after-treatment.

In addition to the SCR catalyst, the after-treatment system has been equipped with a DOC (Diesel Oxidation Catalyst), a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and an Ammonia Slip Catalyst (ASC) – all contained within the same muffler.

Want to know how it works? Have a look at the animation below.