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Volvo L260H Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
Model: L260H ➔

The Volvo L260H is a large wheel loader designed for high-production material handling, quarry, aggregate, and heavy construction applications. It is part of Volvo Construction Equipment's H-series lineup and is built for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials in demanding environments. The L260H typically features a fuel-efficient Volvo engine, load-sensing hydraulics, articulated steering, and a reinforced loader frame for durability. Operator comfort, visibility, and service access are key design elements. Common attachments include general-purpose, rock, and high-capacity buckets, making the Volvo L260H a versatile wheel loader for earthmoving, mining support, and industrial material handling tasks.

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General Specifications

Bucket Capacity	9.5 (7.3) Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Power	416 (310) Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine type	Volvo D13J (Tier 4F) Starting 2024 Model Year
Max Dump Height	10.6 (3.2) Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight	76,090 (34,510) Starting 2024 Model Year

Axles

Axle oil front	20.70 gal (78.35 l)
Axle oil rear	21.20 gal (80.24 l)
Front	Volvo AWB 50B
Rear	Volvo AWB 41
Rear axle oscillation	15 degrees

Bucket

Breakout Force	67,959.80 lbs (30,826.09 kg)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.60 ft (3.23 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.80 ft (3.60 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.90 ft (4.54 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31.00 ft (9.45 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	5.60 ft (1.71 m)
Wheelbase	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Width Over Tires	9.30 ft (2.83 m)

Drive System

Torque multiplication, stall ratio	2.02:1
Transmission	Volvo HTL310
Transport speed, maximum	22.70 mph (36.53 kph)

Electrical System

Alternator rating	2280/80 (W/A)
Batteries	8.3 volts
Battery capacity	2 x 170 Ah
Cold cranking capacity	1000 A
Starter motor output	9.40 hp (7.01 kw)
Voltage	24 V

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged
Displacement	781.20 cu in (12,801.60 cu cm)
Engine Model	Volvo D13J
Gross Power	416.00 hp (310.22 kw)
Net Power	414.00 hp (308.72 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	1500 rpm
Torque Measured @	1100 rpm

Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded)

Lift	7.1 seconds
Lower	4.1 seconds
Tilt	1.9 seconds
Total cycle time	13.1 seconds

Hydraulic System

Engine speed	1900 rpm
Working pressure	Pump 1 - 29 MPa Pump 2 - 31 MPa Pump 3 - 25 MPa

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	14.60 gal (55.26 l)
DEF tank capacity	8.20 gal (31.04 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	13.30 gal (50.34 l)
Fuel Capacity	96.70 gal (366.01 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	59.80 gal (226.34 l)
Rated Bucket Capacity	7.20-13.30 cu yd (5.50-10.17 cu m)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	12.70 gal (48.07 l)

Steering System

Articulation angle	37 degrees
Cylinder bore	3.60 in (9.14 cm)
Maximum flow	53.40 gpm (202.12 lpm)
Rod diameter	2.40 in (6.10 cm)
Steering cylinders	2
Stroke	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Working pressure	26 MPa 260 bar

Weights

Operating Weight

76,020.00 lbs (34,482.13 kg)

Volvo L260Hs currently for sale

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