1994-2023 VOLVO L180F WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Volvo L180F is a heavy-duty wheel loader engineered for demanding construction, mining, and material handling applications. It features a robust Volvo D12D LA E3 engine, turbocharged and intercooled, delivering 313.8 hp (233 kW) net power at 1500 rpm and 315.2 hp (235 kW) gross power, with a displacement of 732.3 cu in and six cylinders. The loader’s operating weight is approximately 57,673 lbs (26,160 kg), with a rated bucket capacity ranging from 4.8 to 18.3 cu yds (3–14 m³), and a standard bucket width of 10.5 ft (3 m). The hydraulic system provides a pump flow capacity of 65.3 gal/min (246 l/min), with a relief valve setting of 3771 psi, enabling fast cycle times: 6.4 seconds to raise, 3.3 seconds to lower, and 1.8 seconds to dump. The loader is equipped with an automatic powershift transmission offering four forward and four reverse gears, with a maximum speed of 22.5 mph (35 kph) in both directions. Key dimensions include a length with bucket on ground of 28.6 ft (9 m), a height to the top of the cab of 11.8 ft (3 m), and a hinge pin maximum height of 14.7 ft (4 m). The machine has a ground clearance of 1.6 ft (0.5 m), a wheelbase of 11.7 ft (3.5 m), and a turning radius of 24.2 ft (7.4 m). Fluid capacities include 88.5 gal (333 l) fuel, 41.3 gal (155 l) hydraulic fluid, and 12.7 gal (45 l) engine oil. The L180F is built for durability, operator comfort, and efficient serviceability, making it a reliable choice for heavy-duty operations.