Gearbox

Fact Sheet V2009

The V2009 (VT2009B, GSS-RC) is a 9-speed range
gearbox designed for an engine torque of 2000 Nm.

The V2009 is an enhanced version of the proven R1900

gearbox. The V2009 has a wide ratio span that gives very
high initial tractive force, at the same time as having the
capacity to achieve high average speeds. This is possible
as a result of the gear ratios being matched exactly to the
characteristics of the engine. The V2009 is intended for
transport operations involving gross combination weights
of up to 60 tonnes.
The gearbox is divided into a forward basic unit and a rear
range-change unit. The basic unit housing is made of grey
cast iron and contains four basic speeds as well as crawler
and reverse gears. The range housing made of aluminium
contains a range gear of the planetary type. The clutch
casing is also made of aluminium, which contributes to
giving the gearbox a low weight.
The V2009 is provided with a new shift by cable, which
results in a vibration-free gear lever with distinct gear
positions. The gearbox is also equipped with patented
synchronisation, which contributes to low shifting forces
and high driver comfort. The V2009 has long oil change
intervals, which means low operating costs and less
environmental impact. When special oil is used, the
maximum oil and filter change interval is 400,000 km or
every third year. The following product features
characterise the V2009:
• Crawler gear provides high initial traction.
• Range gear of the planetary type with range lock that
prevents incorrect downshifting.
• Shift by cable results in a vibration-free lever with
distinct gear positions. Together with servo
16.85

synchronisation, this results in easy operation.

• Prepared for fitment of power take-off, emergency
control servo pump, oil cooler, oil temperature
measurement and directly fitted hydraulic retarder.
10.18

Specification
Type designation ............................ VT2009B, GSS-RC
7.16

Maximum torque ......................................... 2000 Nm

5.05

Weight without oil ............................................. 329 kg

3.75

Type .................... Synchronised range-change gearbox

2.72

No. of forward gears .................................................. 8

1.91
1.35
1.00

crawler gears .............................................................. 1

reverse gears .............................................................. 2
Gear ratios:
Crawler gear, low-range ................................... 16.85:1
1st .................................................................... 10.18:1
2nd .................................................................... 7.16:1
4.38

3rd ..................................................................... 5.05:1

4th ..................................................................... 3.75:1
5th ..................................................................... 2.72:1
6th ..................................................................... 1.91:1
7th ..................................................................... 1.35:1
8th ..................................................................... 1.00:1
Reverse gear, low-range .................................... 16.41:1
Reverse gear, high-range .................................... 4.38:1
Oil change capacity .................................. approx. 12 l
16.41

Oil change capacity with oil cooler ....... approx. 12.1 l

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Fact Sheet
Robustly dimensioned
components for long
service life
All gears in the gearbox are made of
special steel case-hardened to give
high strength and long service life.
The gears in the basic unit are bevel
gears, which means that several gears
can be in mesh with each other at the
same time. This results in quiet ope-
ration and high reliability.
The idler gears in the basic unit and
the reverse idler gear for the reverse
gear are journalled in needle bearings
to give low friction.
All the shafts and planetary gears in
the range-change gearbox are journal-
led in roller bearings, with the
exception of the low-loaded output
shaft which is journalled in a ball
bearing.
Shift by cable and servo
function provide high
driver comfort
The V2009 is equipped with a newly
developed shift by cable which results
in short, distinct, gear lever
movements. The gear lever is
completely free of vibration, which
contributes to comfortable operation
and a lower noise level in the cab.
The gearbox also has patented
synchronisation which, with the
assistance of a mechanical servo
function, provides extra power at the
moment of synchronisation. The
torque that arises when the
synchronisation starts to slow down
the rotation is converted to an axial
force which gives the driver servo
assistance. This design solution
contributes to low gear-shifting forces
and increased driver comfort.
Crawler gear provides
high starting traction
The gearbox is equipped with a
crawler gear to enable the vehicle to
be given a high starting torque when
starting with a heavy load under
demanding conditions. The high ratio
of the crawler gear of 16.85:1 meets
the requirements for a rapid rear axle
gear change to be selected. This ma-
kes it possible for the cruising speed
to be matched exactly to the economy
range of the engine.
Long service life with
efficient pressurised oil
system
The oil pump in the gearbox is of the
rotor type and is fitted on the rear end
wall of the basic unit. It is driven by a
gear via the countershaft. From the
oil pump, the oil is forced through an
integrated, metal-free insert filter of
the full-flow type at a readily access-
ible place on the rear end wall of the
range housing. The oil then continues
out to all the bearings, apart from the
rear bearing of the countershaft, which
is lubricated by partial immersion in
oil.
When the oil is cold, the surplus oil is
directly returned to the suction side
of the oil pump by means of an
overflow valve. The oil is consequently
heated more quickly and can reach
the lubricating points faster.
The oil level can be checked easily
through an inspection window on the
right-hand side of the gearbox.
Prepared for fitment of
reliable power take-offs
A range of power take-offs developed
by Volvo are available for the V2009,
and these are fitted as separate units
on the rear end wall of the gearbox.
The power take-offs are driven
directly via the countershaft in the
gearbox. A complete hydraulic sys-
tem is available for the power take-
offs which can be tailored to match
most applications.
Gearbox
V2009
Compact and strong
planetary type of range
gear gives high level of
operational reliability
The range gear consists of a robustly
dimensioned planetary gear fitted
behind the basic unit.
The planetary gear consists of a sun
gear (1), 5 planet gears (2), a planet
gear carrier (3) and an outer ring gear
(4).
When the range gear’s high-range
position is engaged, the mainshaft’s
gear ring (sun gear) is driven around
the entire planetary gear so that the
ratio will be 1:1.
In the low-range position, the outer
ring gear is locked in the range housing
and forces the planet gears to rotate
towards the ring gear. This means
that the output shaft will have a lower
speed (rpm) at a ratio of 3.75:1.
The range gear is operated by
compressed air. Shifting is preselected
with a button on the gearshift knob,
and takes place automatically when
the gear lever passes the neutral posi-
tion. A range lock blocks and prevents
downshifting if the vehicle speed is
too high.
2
4 3
1
High-range position
2
4 3
1
Low-range position