Sprayer manufacturer Delvano from Belgium has selected the Volvo Penta TAD883 engine to become the standard power unit across its self-propelled Euro-Trac 6000 and 7000 sprayer models.
“When we evaluated our next engine partner, Volvo Penta was our clear choice,” says Robbe Desmet, technical lead for Delvano. “Volvo Penta offered the best combination of power, efficiency, and service, with extensive experience in our region and offering 24/7 support, which is something our customers rely on during the busiest spraying periods. Delvano’s customers operate within tight farming windows, making uptime and service support critical. Volvo Penta’s established dealer network was therefore a decisive factor.”
Delvano’s team conducted a comprehensive review of engine options before selecting Volvo Penta. The 8-liter, six-cylinder TAD883 engine delivers 235 kW (320 hp), offering both a power increase and improved torque characteristics compared to the previous 180-kW unit. An additional feature of Volvo’s extra-powerful PTOs is that hydraulic pumps can be installed closer to the machine’s center point. This allows the spray boom to be positioned nearer to the machine in new designs, and the use of separate pumps makes the system more service friendly.
The engines will arrive from Volvo Penta’s facility installation-ready, complete with tubing, couplings, and hydraulic components. Once delivered to Delvano, the pumps and tubing are assembled separately from the machine installation using a smart engineering approach. This streamlined process not only enhances production consistency but also simplifies servicing for customers and dealers.
The partnership also includes customized integration of Volvo Penta’s Active Monitoring telematics system. Using a telematics gateway device, each engine transmits real-time operating data such as fuel consumption, service hours, and fault codes. Both the customer and local dealer can receive automated monthly reports, helping to proactively detect any issues before they cause downtime.
In parallel, Delvano’s own digital platform SprayDay, currently in development, will connect to Volvo Penta’s data stream, allowing remote diagnostics, registering of parameters of pressure, and maintenance alerts.
