Volvo EC290C Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
Model: EC290C ➔

Introducing the powerful Volvo EC290C Excavator, a robust machine designed to tackle a wide range of excavation tasks with efficiency and precision. With impressive specs such as a maximum cutting height of 49 ft, digging depth of 48.5 ft, and loading height of 41.3 ft, this excavator offers exceptional reach and performance. Equipped with a turbocharged engine producing 205 hp, advanced hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 132 gpm, and a comfortable cab for operators, the Volvo EC290C is a reliable and versatile choice for any construction project.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	31.60 ft (9.63 m)
Max Digging Depth	22.50 ft (6.86 m)
Max Loading Height	22.00 ft (6.71 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	32.70 ft (9.97 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.90 ft (5.46 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34.50 ft (10.52 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	33.00 ft (10.06 m)
Max Digging Depth	24.10 ft (7.35 m)
Max Loading Height	23.20 ft (7.07 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	34.50 ft (10.52 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	20.40 ft (6.22 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34.20 ft (10.42 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	33.90 ft (10.33 m)
Max Digging Depth	26.20 ft (7.99 m)
Max Loading Height	24.10 ft (7.35 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	36.50 ft (11.13 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	21.70 ft (6.61 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34.30 ft (10.45 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	49.00 ft (14.94 m)
Max Digging Depth	48.50 ft (14.78 m)
Max Loading Height	41.30 ft (12.59 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	60.70 ft (18.50 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	44.40 ft (13.53 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.00 ft (14.63 m)

Bucket

Reference Bucket Capacity

2.00 cu yd (1.53 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Length of Track on Ground	13.20 ft (4.02 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Tail Swing Radius	9.90 ft (3.02 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	11.20 ft (3.41 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged with Intercooler
Displacement	436.00 cu in (7,144.78 cu cm)
Engine Model	D7E EAE3
Gross Power	205.00 hp (152.87 kw)
Max Torque	712.00 lbs ft (965.33 nm)
Net Power	192.00 hp (143.18 kw)
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Torque Measured @	1350 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	9.60 gal (36.34 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Fuel Capacity	124.20 gal (470.10 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	132.00 gpm (499.62 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	105.70 gal (400.07 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	66,390.00 lbs (30,114.03 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	3.00 gal (11.36 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10.2 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	51,820.00 lbs (23,505.19 kg)
Ground Pressure	6.2 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	2
Number of Shoes per Side	50
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	32.00 in (81.28 cm)
Track Gauge	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

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