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Old 02-17-2010, 04:55 PM
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which is strongest for a diesel 750lbs of torque volvo or bravo
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Old 02-17-2010, 05:01 PM
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Volvo, diesel stuff is their cornerstone. No contest


what specific Volvo drive are you referring to? There is no Bravo thats gonna take 750lbs of torque.
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Volvo has a high speed drive, the DPR, that has built in hydraulic steering and is built specifically for high torque diesel applications. It is a much stronger drive than a Bravo.
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Volvo hands down
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sorry 425ftlbs torque 300hp diesel 3900 rpm
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I would still go Volvo, much better drive and suited for that purpose.
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what model for best performance ie speed also which has better prop selection
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Prop Barvo1 or Maximus.
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msa "looks" cool, and with SIX whole dealers in the world service is surely not an issue..


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msa "looks" cool, and with SIX whole dealers in the world service is surely not an issue..


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What are you worried about with the MSA? With a servicing dealer as close as the UK, it shouldnt be an issue
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