1998 Volvo Super Olympian 3asv 💎 ⭐

Despite power increases over its predecessor, it is noted for struggling on steep inclines and having limited steering ability, requiring mechanical adjustments for hilly routes in Hong Kong. Interior and Design

Most early units featured narrow 2+2 seating on the upper deck to maximize capacity. 1998 Volvo Super Olympian 3ASV

The 3ASV fleet primarily used Walter Alexander ALX500 bodywork , though some later units received Australian Volgren CR223LD bodies. Operational Status Despite power increases over its predecessor, it is

To accommodate the low-floor design, the staircase was moved backward compared to older Olympian models, preventing seats from being installed directly in front of it. Operational Status To accommodate the low-floor design, the

It is powered by a transversely mounted Volvo D10A-285 engine , producing 285 hp and 1220 Nm of torque.

Standard 12-meter models like the 3ASV can carry approximately 125 passengers (around 83 seated and 42 standing).

The 1998 production batch brought significant mechanical shifts to accommodate low-floor urban transit: