The Volvo FH12 and FH16 were unveiled in September 1993 as the successors to the long-running F-series. The "FH" stands for orward control H igh cab, highlighting a design that placed the driver's needs at the center of the engineering process.

The first-generation FH was a "game changer" that transformed the concept of the modern truck, setting standards for aerodynamics and ergonomics that still influence truck design today. By bringing this legend into simulations, modders preserve the legacy of a vehicle that has sold over 400,000 units worldwide.

: Targeted at heavy-duty assignments, the FH16 utilized a 16-liter engine that, at launch, developed up to 520 hp, making it the most powerful tractor in the world at that time.