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Volvo V70 2.4D aut.
Bjolseth 650

Bjolseth
Performance
Weight

The Volvo V70 2.4D aut. with a Bjolseth 650 with an actual weight of 1755 kg is a match just suitable for most journeys but also with some limitations.

The motor preformance of the Volvo is in general fairly good. But the weight of the Bjolseth with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is heavy. Try to move luggage from the caravan to the car and drive not too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
206
181

Mountains
Risk of snaking
236
91

Weight ratio: 95% (107% of kerbweight) 1755 kg 1838 kg

Payloads

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Volvo

Volvo V70 2.4D aut.
Bjolseth 650

Bjolseth

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Volvo is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 95%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 107%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 95 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 91 points.

If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.

Conclusion

  • Performance is fairly good.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • It's a fairly good match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and with some limitations.

 

Influence of User Payload on stability

Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.

Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Volvo V70 2.4D aut.
2005-2007

Power
163 PS (120 kW)
Torque
340 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Bjolseth 650

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

Atle Vatne reviewed a Volvo V70 2.4D aut.:

"2009 V70II 2,4D + Bjølseth 650 2004 Jubilee with stabilizer first time reg. spring -05.
Superb power and handling. "

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