1994-1999 VOLVO L70F WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Volvo L70F is a robust wheel loader designed for heavy-duty construction and material handling applications. Powered by a turbocharged Volvo D6E LBE3 six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 348 cu in (5.7 L), it produces a gross power of 169 hp (126 kW) and a net power of 168 hp (125 kW) at 1700 rpm, delivering a maximum torque of approximately 550 lb-ft at 1600 rpm. The machine features a breakout force of 20,310 lbs (9,213 kg), enabling powerful bucket performance. Its bucket capacity is rated at 2.7 cubic yards (2 m³) heaped, with a bucket width of 8.4 ft (2 m), and a dump clearance of 9.1 ft (3 m) at maximum raise. Dimensionally, the L70F measures 24.5 ft (7 m) in length with the bucket on the ground, 8.2 ft (2 m) wide over tires, and stands 10.8 ft (3 m) tall at the top of the cab. It has a wheelbase of 9.9 ft (3 m), ground clearance of 1.6 ft (0.5 m), and offers a turning radius of 17.6 ft (5 m), enhancing maneuverability on confined sites. The hydraulic system supports a pump flow of 41 gallons per minute (155 l/min) with relief valve setting at 3,770 psi, providing rapid cycle times: 2.7 seconds for dump and lower, and 5.3 seconds for raising. The L70F is equipped with a Volvo HTE 120 transmission featuring four forward and four reverse gears, capable of reaching a top speed of 27.7 mph (43 kph) both forward and reverse. Fuel capacity is 59.2 gallons (223 L) with additional capacities for hydraulic fluid (23.8 gallons), engine oil (5.3 gallons), and axle fluids. Operating weight is approximately 28,350 lbs (12,860 kg), making the L70F a balanced machine suited for demanding workloads with efficient power and versatile handling capabilities.