| Variant | Length | Best for | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 12m | City lines with occasional highway (e.g., Berlin-Spandau) | | 8700 Standard | 12.8m | General intercity routes | | 8700 Led (15m) | 15m | Heavy tourist routes & motorway maps (e.g., Ahlheim-Laurenzbach) |
The for is currently part of an ambitious ongoing development project by community member nano and nerokatti , aimed at bringing the Volvo 8000-series (including the 8500, 8700, and 8900) to the simulation.
"I drove the 15m version on the motorway. The dashboard cruise control works perfectly. Finally, a coach that doesn't spin out on every curve." –
Experience realistic gear shifts with accurately scripted Voith, ZF EcoLife, or Volvo I-Shift automatic and automated manual transmissions.
The developers behind the new Volvo 8700 mod have gone beyond simple visual replication, integrating advanced scripts and high-fidelity assets to ensure an authentic experience. 1. Diverse Chassis and Engine Configurations omsi 2 volvo 8700 new
The development team behind the "New" label has teased a for late 2025. Planned features include:
The "New" model is heavy. A standard OMSI 2 map might drop from 60 FPS to 30 FPS with this bus active. To fix this:
In the diverse world of OMSI 2 addons, the stands out as a staple vehicle for Scandinavian and European bus enthusiasts. Bridging the gap between the older 8000 series and the modern 9000 series, the 8700 offers a perfect blend of reliability, comfort, and modern design. For virtual drivers, this bus represents a versatile workhorse capable of handling both busy city streets and inter-city express routes.
If you are looking for other quality Volvo content in OMSI 2, consider the Valiant Citybus Family DLC for the Volvo 7000 / 7700 . Share public link | Variant | Length | Best for |
: Discussions in the OMSI WebDisk community have focused on regional specifics, such as the "ovijarru" (door brake) settings used in Finland, which allow for driving with doors open in certain configurations.
“These buses will probably be one of the best mods ever made for OMSI 2!” OMSI-WebDisk · 5 years ago
For a realistic paper model, use these standard dimensions of the to scale your design: Length Options : Standard : 12.0 meters (Most common for paper models) Bogie/Long : 14.5 meters Articulated : 18.0 meters Width : 2.55 meters (Universal for all versions)
Updates on the project are periodically shared by the developers on the OMSI WebDisk community forums. Finally, a coach that doesn't spin out on every curve
Due to the project's age and the nature of community-driven modding, there is no single official source for the Volvo 8700. However, the most common way to find it is through community forums:
To give you a better idea of what to expect, we've included some screenshots and videos of the Volvo 8700 in action.
This article explores the features, development, and driving experience of the "new" Volvo 8700 mod, a must-have for any virtual bus driver looking to master suburban and intercity routes. What Makes the New Volvo 8700 for OMSI 2 Special?