MAN TGS vs Volvo FH16

The MAN TGS is the heavier machine, at 9.16 t against 9.1 t.

The MAN TGS is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Volvo FH16 is ahead on: more torque, turns tighter.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the MAN TGS and the Volvo FH16 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	MAN TGS	Volvo FH16
Kerb weight	9,158 kg	9,095 kg
Max torqueHigher is better	2,400 Nm	3,000 Nm+25%
Fuel tankHigher is better	400 L+21%	330 L
Turning circleLower is better	16.9 m	15.1 m+11%
Overall widthLower is better	2.499 m	2.5 m
Overall height (cab roof)Lower is better	3.142 m+9%	3.436 m

All specifications

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Differences only(33)

FigureMAN TGS Volvo FH16

Dimensions

Overall width2.499 mcab width over wings2.5 mcab width

Width across rear tyres2.47 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)3.142 munladen; 3.075 m laden, TN cab3.436 m

Wheelbase3.3 m3.6 m

Tandem axle spacing1.4 mrear bogie spread1.37 m

Front overhang1.475 m1.365 m

Rear overhang0.7 m0.805 m

Front axle to back of cab0.805 mNot published

Frame height at rear1.061 mNot published

Fifth wheel height1.37 munladen; 1.29 m ladenNot published

Fifth wheel position1.125 moptimum, forward of third axleNot published

Turning circle16.9 mkerb to kerb; 18.5 m wall to wall15.1 mkerb to kerb; 16.5 m wall to wall

Overall lengthNot published7.14 m

Theoretical wheelbaseNot published4.285 m

Rear axle to back of cabNot published2.543 mincludes 50 mm front clearance

Frame heightNot published1.111 munladen

Weight

Kerb weight9,158 kg9,095 kg

GVW26,000 kgdesign and UK legal26,000 kgplated; 28,500 kg design

GCW44,000 kggross train weight, design44,000 kgplated and design

Front axle load7,500 kg8,000 / 9,000 kg optional7,500 kg

Rear axle load21,000 kgdesign; 19,000 kg UK legal19,000 kgbogie, plated; 21,000 kg design

Engine

Engine modelMAN D2676LFAI (D26)Volvo D17A600 (standard; D17A700 / D17A780 optional)

EmissionsEuro 6 (SCR, DPF)Euro VI (SCR, EGR and particulate filter)

Cylinders6Not published

Displacement12.4 LNot published

Gross power470 PS at 1,800 rpm600 hp

Max torque2,400 Nmat 930-1,350 rpm3,000 Nm

Engine range430 / 470 / 510 PS (2,200 / 2,400 / 2,600 Nm)Not published

Transmission

Gearbox12-speed TipMatic automated, 12.26 DDI-Shift AT3012 automated 12-speed

ClutchSingle plate, 430 mmNot published

Rear axle ratio3.08:1Not published

Rear axlesSingle reduction, cross-axle and inter-axle diff locksRTS2370D single-reduction 23 t tandem with diff locks, GCW 70 t

Tyres

Tyres315/80 R22.5 steer and drive, 9.00 x 22.5 steel rims315/80 R22.5 front and drive

Service capacities

Fuel tank400 Lrectangular steel, right-hand side330 L

AdBlue tank60 L64 L

Service intervals

Gearbox oil and filterNot published360,000 kmor every 3 years; I-Shift synthetic oil

Sources: MAN TGS 6x4 Tractor chassis specification, MAN TGS 6x4TRAC / 09 - May 2022 (MAN Truck & Bus UK body builder site) · Volvo Trucks model range sheet FH 16 6x4 Tractor - B/T Ride - N3, FH 64T 6L 01 GBR (2026-09-25)

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

MAN TGSVolvo FH16Same scale, front edges and ground lined up.

MAN TGS vs Volvo FH16: questions

Which is bigger, the MAN TGS or Volvo FH16?

By operating weight the MAN TGS is the biggest at 9.16 t, then the Volvo FH16 at 9.1 t.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the MAN TGS or Volvo FH16?

The MAN TGS: MAN TGS 400 L, Volvo FH16 330 L (fuel tank), a 21% difference.

Which turns tighter, the MAN TGS or Volvo FH16?

The Volvo FH16: MAN TGS 16.9 m, Volvo FH16 15.1 m (turning circle), a 11% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the MAN TGS or Volvo FH16?

The MAN TGS: MAN TGS 2.499 m, Volvo FH16 2.5 m (overall width), a 0% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.