Category : Wheel Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Volvo ➔ Model : L120H ➔
The Volvo L120H is a medium-size wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, construction, and industrial loading applications. It is part of Volvo Construction Equipment's H-series and is commonly used for stockpiling, truck loading, quarry work, and general site operations. The L120H features a Volvo diesel engine, load-sensing hydraulics, articulated steering, and a cab designed for operator visibility and control. Available with a range of buckets and attachments, it is suited to high-cycle loading tasks where productivity, fuel efficiency, and maneuverability are important. The model is widely referenced in equipment fleets, rental inventories, and used machinery listings.
General Specifications
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader General Specifications 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
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Axle Oil Front
9.60 gal (36.34 l)
Axle Oil Rear
10.90 gal (41.26 l)
Front
Volvo AWB 31
Rear
Volvo AWB 30
Rear Axle Oscillation
13 degrees
Bucket
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
41,364.85 lbs (18,762.80 kg)
Dimensions
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.51 ft (0.46 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
11.13 ft (3.39 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
13.46 ft (4.10 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
27.24 ft (8.30 m)
Wheelbase
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Width Over Tires
8.76 ft (2.67 m)
Drive Train
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Drive Train specifications
Torque Multiplication, Stall Ratio
2.47:1
Transmission
Volvo HTL 206C
Transport Speed, Maximum
24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Electrical System
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator Rating
2280/80 (W/A)
Batteries
2 x 12 V
Battery Capacity
2 x 170 Ah
Cold Cranking Capacity
1000 A
Starter Motor Output
7.40 hp (5.52 kw)
Voltage
24 V V
Engine
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Displacement
476.00 cu in (7,800.26 cu cm)
Engine Model
Volvo D8J
Gross Power
272.30 hp (203.06 kw)
Max Torque
Gross - 1320 Nm, Net - 1317 Nm
Net Power
272.30 hp (203.06 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
1500 rpm
Torque Measured @
1450 rpm
Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded)
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded) specifications
Lift
5.4 sec
Lower
2.5 sec
Tilt
2.1 sec
Total Cycle Time
10 sec
Hydraulic System
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Engine Speed
1900 rpm
Working Pressure
Pump 1 - 27 MPa, Pump 2 - 29 MPa, Pump 3 - 21 MPa
Operational
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
11.40 gal (43.15 l)
Def Tank Capacity
6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Fuel Capacity
71.40 gal (270.25 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
35.20 gal (133.23 l)
Transmission Fluid Capacity
10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Steering System
Volvo L120H Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Articulation Angle
40 degrees
Cylinder Bore
3.20 in (8.13 cm)
Maximum Flow
31.80 gpm (120.36 lpm)
Rod Diameter
2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Steering Cylinders
2
Stroke
1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Working Pressure
21 MPa, 210 bar
