VOLVO BM L70B WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Volvo BM L70B is a turbocharged six-cylinder wheel loader powered by the TD 61 GD engine, producing 118 hp (88 kW) at 2200 rpm and a max torque of 365 lb-ft at 1200 rpm. It features a powershift transmission with four forward and three reverse gears, enabling a top forward speed of 27.4 mph (43 kph) and reverse speed of 16.2 mph (26 kph). The machine’s operating weight is approximately 25,400 lbs (11,521 kg) with a static tipping load of 39,022 lbs (17,700 kg). It is equipped with 20.5R25 tires and has a wheelbase of 9.4 ft (3 m), a width over tires of 7.9 ft (2 m), and an overall length of 22.1 ft (7 m) with the bucket on the ground. The loader bucket has a capacity of 1.8 cubic yards (1 m³) heaped, a breakout force of 22,700 lbs (10,297 kg), bucket width of 8.3 ft (2 m), and can reach a dump clearance height of 9.8 ft (3 m) at max raise. Hydraulic functions are powered by a load-sensing pump with a flow capacity of 42.3 gallons per minute (159 l/min) and a relief valve setting of 3770 psi, offering cycle times with a dump time of 1.3 seconds, lower time of 3 seconds, and raise time of 5.1 seconds. The hydraulic system holds 17.2 gallons (64 l) of fluid. Fuel capacity is 50.2 gallons (189 l), and electrical systems operate at 24 V with a 60 A alternator. Rear axle oscillation is 26°, and ground clearance is 1.5 ft (0 m). The cab height is 10.5 ft (3 m), and hinge pin max height is 12.7 ft (4 m), enhancing operational versatility and visibility.