Since 1993, the water-cooled, six-cylinder in-line Volvo D12A380 engine has been manufactured. The engine has a capacity of 12100 cc (12.1 liters) and produces 380 horsepower (279 kW).

The Swedish automaker’s motors have long been known for their superior quality, ease of use, durability, and dependability.
Specifications
| Engine’s type | diesel |
| Production years | 08/1993 |
| Power output, hp / kW | 380 / 279 at 1700 rpm |
| Displacement, cc | 12100 |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Torque output, Nm / rpm | 1700 at 1100-1300 rpm |
| Compression ratio (compression) | 17,5:1 |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 131 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 150 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Turbine | turbo / charge air cooler |
| Euro standards | Euro 2 |
| Cylinder head | SOHC/OHC |
| Timing mechanism | spur gear |
| Timing | rocker arm |
| Cooling | water |
