- Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
- Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
- Model: A45G ➔
The Volvo A45G is a rigid-frame off-highway haul truck designed for quarry, mining, and large earthmoving applications. It is part of Volvo Construction Equipment's articulated hauler lineup and is built for transporting high volumes of material over rough terrain. The A45G features a payload capacity of approximately 45 metric tons, all-wheel drive, and an articulated steering system for improved maneuverability on uneven ground. It is commonly used in site development, aggregate operations, and infrastructure projects. The model is known for fuel-efficient operation, operator comfort, and integration with Volvo's haulage and service systems.
General Specifications
| Articulated/Rigid | Articulated Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Drive Configuration | 6x4 and 6x6 Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Drive System Mech/Electr. | M Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Type | Volvo D16J Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Mfg. Model | A45G Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 158,953(72,100) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Rated Payload Tons (Metric Tons) | 45.2 (41) Starting 2019 Model Year |
Articulating/Rigid
| Articulating/Rigid | Articulated
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Body
| Plate thickness-Bottom | 0.60 in (1.52 cm)
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| Plate thickness-Chute | 0.70 in (1.78 cm)
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| Plate thickness-Front | 0.40 in (1.02 cm)
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| Plate thickness-Sides | 0.50 in (1.27 cm)
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Capacities
| Brake cooling system | 49.70 gal (188.11 l)
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| Cooling System | 13.00 gal (49.21 l)
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| Crankcase | 14.60 gal (55.26 l)
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| DEF Tank | 10.40 gal (39.36 l)
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| Dropbox | 2.40 gal (9.08 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 126.90 gal (480.32 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 46.00 gal (174.11 l)
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| Transmission | 11.40 gal (43.15 l)
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Dimensions
| Dump Ground Clearance | 2.70 ft (0.82 m)
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| Dump Height | 23.90 ft (7.28 m)
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| Ground Clearance | 2.10 ft (0.64 m)
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| Overall Height | 11.90 ft (3.63 m)
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| Overall Length | 37.00 ft (11.28 m)
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| Overall Width | 19.20 ft (5.85 m)
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| Wheelbase | 10.20 ft (3.11 m)
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Drive System
| Axles | ARB H40
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| Dropbox | IL2 ATC
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| Torque converter | 2.1:1
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| Transmission | PT 2529
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DRIVE SYSTEM
Dump
| Capacity - Heaped | 32.90 cu yd (25.15 cu m)
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| Capacity - Struck | 25.80 cu yd (19.72 cu m)
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| Dump Angle | 10 degrees
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| Lower Time | 10 seconds
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| Rated Payload | 45.20 t (45,200.00 kg)
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Electrical System
| Alternator | 3.396/120
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| Battery | 2x12
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| Battery capacity | 2x225
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| Starter motor | 9
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| Voltage | 24
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Engine
| Displacement | 982.00 cu in (16,092.13 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | D16J
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| Gross Torque | 1,862.40 lbs ft (2,525.04 nm)
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| Horsepower per SAE J1349 Net | 465.00 hp (346.76 kw)
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| Horsepower, Gross-SAE J1995 | 469.00 hp (349.74 kw)
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| Make | Volvo
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| Net Torque | 1,844.00 lbs ft (2,500.10 nm)
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Hydraulic System
| Maximum system pressure | 3771 psi
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Transmission
| Max Speed | 35.50 mph (57.13 kph)
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| Number of Forward Gears | 9
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| Number of Reverse Gears | 3
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| Transmission Type | Auto
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 156,749.00 lbs (71,100.24 kg)
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| Total Operating Weight | 66,359.20 lbs (30,100.06 kg)
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