DAF XF vs Volvo FMX

The DAF XF is the heavier machine, at 9.31 t against 8.77 t.

The DAF XF is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, turns tighter. The Volvo FMX is ahead on: narrower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the DAF XF and the Volvo FMX 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	DAF XF	Volvo FMX
Kerb weight	9,314 kg	8,765 kg
Fuel tankHigher is better	510 L+55%	330 L
Turning circleLower is better	13.76 m+9%	15.1 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.55 m	2.5 m+2%
Overall length	7.08 m	7.295 m

All specifications

Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.

Differences only(46)

FigureDAF XF Volvo FMX

Dimensions

Overall length7.08 m7.295 m

Overall width2.55 mat centre of front axle2.5 mcab width

Width at rear2.48 mNot published

Wheelbase3.9 m3.6 m

Tandem axle spacing1.4 m1.37 m

Front overhang1.53 m1.52 m

Rear overhang1.65 mfrom centre of rear bogie0.805 mfrom last axle

Front axle to back of cab0.83 m1.005 m

Back of cab to rear end4.72 mNot published

Cab height above frame2.18 mNot published

Fifth wheel lead0.37 mahead of rear bogie centre, standardNot published

Frame height at front1.02 munladen at front axle; 0.97 m ladenNot published

Frame height at rear1.03 munladen at driven axles; 1.00 m ladenNot published

Turning circle13.76 mbetween kerbs15.1 m

Turning circle between walls15.14 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)Not published3.153 m

Theoretical wheelbaseNot published4.285 m

Rear axle to back of cabNot published2.545 m

Frame heightNot published1.112 munladen, chassis height CHH-HIGH

Weight

Kerb weight9,314 kg8,765 kg

GVW26,000 kgregistration; 27,000 kg technical26,000 kgplated; 28,500 kg design

GCW44,000 kg44,000 kgplated and design

Front axle load8,000 kg7,500 kgplated and design

Rear axle load19,000 kgregistration; 2 x 10.5 t axles19,000 kgbogie, plated; 21,000 kg design

Gross carrying capacity16,686 kgNot published

Engine

Engine modelPACCAR MX-11 (XF 410)Volvo D13C380 / D13C420 / D13C460 / D13C500 / D13C540 (11 litre D11C330-D11C450 also offered)

EmissionsEuro 6Euro 5

Cylinders6Not published

Displacement10.8 L13 L

Gross power300 kW (408 hp)at 1,600 rpm280-397 kW (380-540 hp)D13C range, at 1,400-1,900 rpm

Max torque2,150 Nmat 900-1,125 rpm1,900-2,600 NmD13C range, at 1,000-1,450 rpm

Engine rangeMX-11 270/300/330 kW, MX-13 315/355/390 kW (XF 370-530)Not published

Transmission

GearboxTraXon 12TX2010 DD 12-speed automated, 16.69-1.00I-Shift AT2612 automated 12-speed, GCW 60 t (standard)

Rear axle ratio2.83Not published

Rear axlesSR1360T, 2 x 10.5 t, air suspensionRTS2370D single reduction 23 t tandem with diff locks, GCW 70 t (standard)

Gearbox optionsNot publishedI-Shift AT2412F / AT2612F / ATO2612F / SPO2812; Powertronic PT2106 / PT2606 fully automatic

Tyres

Tyres315/70 R22.5 front and drive315/80 R22.5 front and drive

Service capacities

Fuel tank510 Laluminium, left330 Lstandard aluminium tank, 710 mm diameter

AdBlue tank80 L64 Lstandard, for 710 mm fuel tanks

Engine oil, with filterNot published33 L (plastic sump) / 37 L (steel sump)

Cooling systemNot published42 L

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJOST JSK37C cast iron, 150 + 40 mmNot published

Service intervals

Engine oil and filterNot published20,000-100,000 km by operating condition

Fuel filtersNot publishedat each engine oil changeD13A, fuel filter and water separator

CoolantNot published500,000 kmVolvo Coolant VCS, or every 48 months

Transmission oilNot published180,000 km / 12 months, or 400,000 km / 36 months

Axle oilNot published180,000 km / 12 months, or 400,000 km / 36 months

Air filter (outer)Not publishedwhen the indicator shows, at least every 24 months

Air filter (inner)Not publishedevery third outer-filter change, at most 48 months

Sources: DAF XF 410 FTT 6X4 Tractor specification sheet 016G0249AAAA - 202545A (DAF Trucks UK, 10-07-2025) · Volvo Trucks model range sheet FMX 13 6x4 Tractor - B/T Ride - N3 or N3G, FMX 64T 3L 01 GBR (2026-09-25)

Drawn to scale

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

DAF XFVolvo FMXSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XF vs Volvo FMX: questions

Which is bigger, the DAF XF or Volvo FMX?

By operating weight the DAF XF is the biggest at 9.31 t, then the Volvo FMX at 8.77 t.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the DAF XF or Volvo FMX?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 510 L, Volvo FMX 330 L (fuel tank), a 55% difference.

Which turns tighter, the DAF XF or Volvo FMX?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 13.76 m, Volvo FMX 15.1 m (turning circle), a 9% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the DAF XF or Volvo FMX?

The Volvo FMX: DAF XF 2.55 m, Volvo FMX 2.5 m (overall width), a 2% 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?

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