Some projects have even crossed over into other platforms like LOTUS-Simulator

⚠️ : Be cautious of websites claiming to have a "Volvo 8700" download link for OMSI 2. These are often fake or "leak" versions that may contain malware or broken assets, as the official creators have not yet authorized a release.

: Ensure your sound volume in the OMSI options is set correctly and that the Sound folder within the bus directory contains all necessary .wav files.

Community discussions highlight specific "work" being done on the technical realism of these models:

As of late 2024, the developer mentioned that work is split between the Volvo series and other projects like the Scania CW Suburban. Much of the current work involves scripting the drivetrain and refining interior details using a library of over 2,000 reference pictures Platform Transition:

Ultimately, working with the Volvo 8700 in OMSI 2 is a lesson in understated excellence. It lacks the brute force of an older Mercedes O305 and the high-tech wizardry of a modern hybrid, but it offers something rarer: balance. It is a bus that is forgiving enough for beginners yet nuanced enough to reward veteran drivers who understand the subtleties of transmission timing and weight transfer. It transforms a routine route into a pleasure cruise, proving that in the world of simulation, the most interesting work is often found in the most reliable of machines.

: The mod aims for a fully operational dashboard, functional engine bays, and specific Finnish features like the doorbrake (ovijarru) toggle. Real-World Specifications Being Simulated