VOLVO G960 MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The Volvo G960 Motor Grader is a heavy-duty construction machine designed for high performance and precision grading tasks. Powered by a turbocharged, aftercooled Volvo D7E 6-cylinder diesel engine with a 436 cubic inch displacement, it delivers a maximum power of 242 hp (180 kW) at 1800 rpm and a peak torque of 791 lb-ft at 1500 rpm. The grader features an HTE 840 fully sequential Volvo powershift transmission with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, enabling a top speed of 28.4 mph (46 kph) forward and 20 mph (32 kph) reverse. Its robust moldboard measures 12 feet wide, 25 inches high, and 0.9 inches thick, with a blade down pressure of 19,421 lbs and a maximum depth of cut of 31 inches. The blade tip angles are 45° in front and 6° at the rear, with full 360° rotation and side shift capabilities of about 26.5 inches on both sides. The machine has an overall length of 30 feet, a wheelbase of 20.5 feet, and a width over tires of 8.3 feet. It supports a maximum operating weight of 48,200 lbs distributed as 16,700 lbs on the front axle and 31,500 lbs on the rear axle. Its hydraulic system uses a 55 gpm axial piston pump capable of 3000 psi relief valve pressure. The steering articulation angle is 23 degrees, providing a turning radius of 23.9 feet. Other features include a fuel capacity of 107 gallons, 24-volt operating voltage, and 80-amp alternator output. Ground clearance under the front axle is 2 feet, with front axle oscillation totaling 16 degrees. The grader operates on durable 14:00 x 24 G-2 tires suitable for varied terrain.