1994-2023 VOLVO L180H HIGH-LIFT WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Volvo L180H High-Lift wheel loader features a robust Volvo D13J turbocharged engine with a gross power of 329.9 hp (245 kW) at 1400 rpm and a net torque of approximately 2024 Nm at 1000 rpm, delivering powerful and efficient performance. It is equipped with a Volvo HTL 223 transmission and torque multiplication ratio of 2.09:1, providing smooth and responsive drive with a maximum transport speed of 23.6 mph (37 kph). The drivetrain includes Volvo AWB 40B front and rear axles with rear axle oscillation of 13°, enhancing stability and maneuverability. The machine’s steering system offers a 37° articulation angle with dual steering cylinders, supporting precise control. Hydraulically, it operates at working pressures of 20-21 MPa, with a maximum flow rate of 66.6 gal/min (250 l/min), ensuring responsive bucket and lift arm control. Dimensionally, the L180H High-Lift stands 17 ft (5 m) tall at the cab, with a maximum hinge pin height of 29.3 ft (9 m), length of 31.5 ft (9 m) with bucket on the ground, and width over tires of 10.2 ft (3 m). Ground clearance is 2.1 ft (1 m), making it suitable for rough terrain. Fluid capacities include 96.7 gal (363 l) fuel, 41.3 gal (155 l) hydraulic oil, 14.6 gal (53 l) cooling fluid, and 8.2 gal (30 l) Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). The electrical system features a 24 V setup with two 170 Ah batteries, 1000 A cold cranking capacity, and a 9.4 hp (7 kW) starter motor. The L180H High-Lift is optimized for heavy-duty log handling and other demanding loading tasks, offering excellent reach, stability, and fuel efficiency through advanced Volvo technologies like OptiShift and Rimpull control for superior productivity and operational economy.