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Volvo Wheeled Excavators Keep Productivity on a Roll06-16-15 | News

Volvo Wheeled Excavators Keep Productivity on a Roll

The new Volvo EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators are versatile machines for utility or road construction with increased reach, better visibility and improved grading performance. Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment

The latest wheeled excavators from Volvo Construction Equipment, the EW160E and EW180E, are multi-tasking machines designed to cater to all the operator's needs on the jobsite. Both models can be tailored to suit customers' precise specifications. A whole range of flexible configurations allow operators to change attachments quickly and easily, and add on useful features.

Powered by Volvo D6 Tier 4 Final engines, both machines are designed to operate at lower engine rpm with an automatic idling system. This reduces fuel consumption and results in quieter operation. ECO mode reduces flow and pressure losses in the hydraulic system, further resulting in improved fuel efficiency without any loss of performance.

Customers can choose from 12 different configurations of tires (including single and twin) from eight different suppliers, to best match anticipated ground conditions. Customers can also select different arm lengths in line with jobsite requirements.

Optional hydraulic functions X1 breaker/shear and X3 tilt rotate provide power for attachments that require one- or two-way flow, as well as a two-way flow for tilting or rotating attachments, respectively. The corresponding buckets, breakers and grapples (together with a quick coupler) have all been purpose-built to work in perfect harmony with Volvo machines, forming one solid reliable unit. For more information go to www.volvoce.com.