VOLVO G946 MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The Volvo G946 Motor Grader is a heavy-duty machine engineered for demanding grading applications. Powered by a turbocharged, aftercooled Volvo D7E 6-cylinder diesel engine with 436 cu in displacement, it delivers 225 hp at 1800 rpm and 754 lb-ft of torque at 1500 rpm. The grader features a fully sequential, direct drive Volvo powershift transmission (HTE 840) with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, enabling a top forward speed of 28.4 mph and 20 mph in reverse. The hydraulic system utilizes an axial piston pump with 55 gpm flow and a 3000 psi relief valve, supporting robust blade control. The moldboard is 12 ft wide, 25 in high, and 0.9 in thick, with a maximum depth of cut of 31 in, side shift of 26.5 in left and right, and a blade down pressure of 19,035 lbs. The circle offers a 64 in diameter, 360-degree rotation, and blade tip angles of 45 degrees front and 6 degrees rear. Standard operating weight is 38,140 lbs, with a maximum operational weight of 48,000 lbs. The machine measures 30 ft in length, 8.3 ft in width over tires, and 10.5 ft in height to the top of the Isomount cab. Ground clearance is 2 ft, with a 23.9 ft turning radius and 23-degree articulation angle. The front axle provides 16 degrees of oscillation and 18 degrees of wheel lean. Fluid capacities include 107 gal fuel, 38 gal hydraulic, 9 gal cooling, and 5.7 gal oil. The electrical system operates at 24 volts with an 80-amp alternator.