Volvo Construction Equipment: D-Series excavators

P&Q Staff Published Jan 25, 2013

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Volvo Construction Equipment’s new generation of D-Series excavators, which includes the EC340D, EC380D and EC480D, is Tier 4 Interim compliant. The excavators range in weight from 75,000 to 111,800 lbs. and, according to Volvo, offer more powerful Tier 4 Interim-certified D13 Volvo engines that deliver lower emissions and better fuel efficiency. A turbocharged, high-pressure, direct-injection diesel engine offers maximum power of 279 hp (EC340D and EC380D), and 343 hp (EC480D), respectively. All three machines feature an automatic idling system that reduces engine speed when the levers and pedals are not activated, aiding fuel efficiency and lowering external noise.

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