Technical Description
The Volvo L180E is a powerful wheel loader designed for heavy-duty material handling with a turbocharged 6-cylinder D12C LC E2 engine delivering 303 hp (226 kW) gross power at 1400 rpm and 1254 lb-ft (1700 Nm) torque at 1200 rpm. Its bucket features a 6.1 cubic yard (5 m³) heaped capacity and a breakout force of 46,423 lbs (21,057 kg), suited for demanding loading tasks. The machine's dimensions include a 29.8 ft (9 m) length with bucket on ground, 10.6 ft (3 m) bucket width, 11.8 ft (3 m) height to the top of the cab, and 9.7 ft (3 m) width over tires. The ground clearance is 1.5 ft (0.45 m), with a maximum hinge pin height of 14.7 ft (4.5 m), facilitating excellent dump clearance of 9.7 ft (3 m).
Hydraulically, it features a load-sensing system with a maximum pump flow of 61.9 gal/min (231 l/min), dump time of 2 seconds, raise time of 7.2 seconds, and lower time of 3.7 seconds, operating at a relief valve setting of 3626 psi. The fully loaded operating weight is 58,202 lbs (26,400 kg), with a static tipping load of 45,790 lbs (20,770 kg). The wheelbase measures 11.7 ft (3.6 m), and tire size is 26.5R25 L3, supporting a turning radius of 24.5 ft (7.5 m). It operates on a 24V system with a 55A alternator. The transmission is a Volvo HTE220 with four forward and four reverse gears, providing a maximum speed of 23.2 mph (37 kph) in both directions. Fluid capacities include 97.8 gal (367 l) fuel, 41.3 gal (155 l) hydraulic, and 12.7 gal (45 l) engine oil, ensuring prolonged operational endurance in tough environments. Rear axle oscillation is 30°, enhancing maneuverability on uneven terrain.
