VOLVO EC180BLC CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Volvo EC180BLC is a mid-size hydraulic excavator designed for high productivity and versatility across various construction and earthmoving applications. It operates at an optimal weight of 18.1 metric tons and features a turbocharged D6D EHE2 engine delivering 109 hp (81 kW) of net power at 1900 rpm and a maximum torque of 399.8 lb-ft at 1450 rpm. The engine’s forced aspiration and matched electronic controls optimize fuel efficiency and performance. Equipped with multiple boom and stick configurations, the EC180BLC offers variable maximum digging depths ranging from 17 to 21.1 feet, maximum vertical wall digging depths between 13.3 and 16.2 feet, and maximum reach along the ground extending up to 30.2 feet. The maximum bucket capacity ranges from 0.8 to 1.9 cubic yards, allowing adaptability for a range of operation scales. The unit has a maximum loading height of up to 24.8 feet and cutting heights reaching 33.4 feet, depending on boom/stick option selected. The excavator’s undercarriage features a 7.3-foot track gauge with 23.7-inch wide shoes, providing excellent stability and ground pressure of 5.9 psi. Its maximum travel speed is 3.3 mph (5 km/h) with swing speed of 11.9 rpm. Operating dimensions include a shipping height of approximately 9.7 feet and shipping length near 28 feet, facilitating transport. Hydraulic systems provide a pump flow capacity of 76.7 gallons per minute and operate at relief pressures near 4975 psi, ensuring responsive and powerful hydraulic performance. The cab height is 9.7 feet, and ground clearance is 1.6 feet, supporting ease of operation in rough terrain. This combination of power, reach, and control makes the Volvo EC180BLC highly effective for demanding digging and material handling tasks.