- Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
- Model: L120H ➔
The Volvo L120H is a medium-size wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of Volvo Construction Equipment's H-series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, quarries, recycling operations, and industrial sites. The L120H is known for its articulated frame, hydraulic lifting system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. Typical configurations include a general-purpose bucket, quick coupler, and a range of attachments for site-specific tasks. The model is used where efficient cycle times, maneuverability, and reliable loading performance are required in wheel loader operations.
General Specifications
| Bucket Capacity | 5.0 (3.8) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 272 (203) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine type | Volvo D8M Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 9.2 (2.7) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 44,820 (20,330) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Axles
| Axle oil front | 9.60 gal (36.34 l)
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| Axle oil rear | 10.90 gal (41.26 l)
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| Front | Volvo AWB 31
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| Rear | Volvo AWB 30
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| Rear axle oscillation | 13 degrees
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Bucket
| Breakout Force | 41,364.90 lbs (18,762.83 kg)
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Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.60 ft (0.49 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 11.20 ft (3.41 m)
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| Hinge Pin - Max Height | 13.50 ft (4.11 m)
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| Length with Bucket on Ground | 27.30 ft (8.32 m)
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| Wheelbase | 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 8.80 ft (2.68 m)
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Drive System
| Torque multiplication, stall ratio | 2.47:1
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| Transmission | Volvo HTL 206C
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| Transport speed, maximum | 24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
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Electrical System
| Alternator rating | 2280/80 (W/A)
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| Battery capacity | 2 x 170 Ah
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| Cold cranking capacity | 1000 A
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| Starter motor output | 7.40 hp (5.52 kw)
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| Voltage | 24 V
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Engine
| Aspiration | Turbocharged
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| Displacement | 476.00 cu in (7,800.26 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Volvo D8J
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| Gross Power | 272.30 hp (203.06 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Power Measured @ | 1500 rpm
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| Torque Measured @ | 1450 rpm
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Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded)
| Lift | 5.4 seconds
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| Lower | 2.5 seconds
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| Tilt | 2.1 seconds
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| Total cycle time | 10 seconds
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Hydraulic System
| Engine speed | 1900 rpm
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| Working pressure | Pump 1 - 27 MPa Pump 2 - 29 MPa Pump 3 - 21 MPa
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Operating Specifications
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 11.40 gal (43.15 l)
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| DEF tank capacity | 6.70 gal (25.36 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 5.90 gal (22.33 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 71.40 gal (270.25 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 35.20 gal (133.23 l)
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.10 gal (38.23 l)
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Steering System
| Articulation angle | 40 degrees
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| Cylinder bore | 3.20 in (8.13 cm)
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| Maximum flow | 31.80 gpm (120.36 lpm)
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| Rod diameter | 2.00 in (5.08 cm)
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| Steering cylinders | 2
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| Stroke | 1.60 ft (0.49 m)
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| Working pressure | 21 MPa 210 bar
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 42,830.00 lbs (19,427.39 kg)
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