Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
Model: L20H ➔

The Volvo L20H is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support work in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal applications. It is part of Volvo's H-series wheel loader line and is built for maneuverability in confined spaces while maintaining stable performance and efficient operation. The L20H typically features articulated steering, a hydrostatic transmission, and a range of attachment options for buckets, forks, and other tools. Its compact size makes it suitable for urban job sites, indoor work, and general-purpose loading tasks where a full-size wheel loader may be too large.

General Specifications

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	1.05 (.8) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Power	64 (48) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine type	Volvo D2.6M — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	7.9 (2.4) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight	10,251 (4,650) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Axles

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Axle oil front	1.10 gal (4.16 l)
Axle oil rear	1.50 gal (5.68 l)

Bucket

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	7,868.40 lbs (3,569.05 kg)

Dimensions

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Height - Top of Cab	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	16.60 ft (5.06 m)
Wheelbase	6.80 ft (2.07 m)
Width Over Tires	5.40 ft (1.65 m)

Drive System

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Drive System specifications
Transport speed, maximum	18.70 mph (30.09 kph)

Electrical System

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator rating	70 (W/A)
Battery capacity	100 Ah
Starter motor output	3.40 hp (2.54 kw)
Voltage	12 V

Engine

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Bore	3.50 in (8.89 cm)
Displacement	201.40 cu in (3,300.36 cu cm)
Engine Model	Volvo D2.6M
Gross Power	64.40 hp (48.02 kw)
Net Power	63.50 hp (47.35 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2400 rpm
Stroke	4.40 in (11.18 cm)
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded)

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded) specifications
Dump time	3.9 seconds
Lift	5.2 seconds
Lower	3 seconds

Hydraulic System

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Engine speed	2400 rpm
Pump Flow Capacity	14.60 gpm (55.26 lpm)
Working pressure	20 MPa 200 bar

Operating Specifications

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.50 gal (9.46 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity	15.90 gal (60.18 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	15.60 gal (59.05 l)

Steering System

Volvo L20H Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Articulation angle	38 degrees
Maximum flow	8.00 gpm (30.28 lpm)
Steering cylinders	1
Working pressure	21 MPa 3046 bar

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