Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
Model: L45H ➔

The Volvo L45H is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications in construction, agriculture, landscaping, and municipal work. It is part of Volvo's H-series wheel loader line and is built for maneuverability, visibility, and efficient operation in confined spaces. The L45H typically features articulated steering, a purpose-built loader linkage, and compatibility with a range of buckets and attachments. Common uses include stockpile work, truck loading, snow removal, and general earthmoving. The model is known for balanced performance, operator comfort, and service access, making it suitable for multi-purpose fleet use.

General Specifications

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	2.0 (1.5) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Power	100 (75) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine type	Volvo D4J — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	9 (2.8) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight	19,378 (8,790) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Axles

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Axle oil front	4.70 gal (17.79 l)
Axle oil rear	4.70 gal (17.79 l)
Rear axle oscillation	12 degrees

Bucket

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	15,961.50 lbs (7,240.02 kg)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.30 ft (2.83 m)

Dimensions

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9.70 ft (2.96 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Wheelbase	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Width Over Tires	7.10 ft (2.16 m)

Drive System

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Drive System specifications
Transport speed, maximum	18.70 mph (30.09 kph)

Electrical System

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator rating	3080/110 (W/A)
Battery capacity	2 x 100 Ah
Cold cranking capacity	830 A
Starter motor output	7.40 hp (5.52 kw)
Voltage	24 V

Engine

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Displacement	244.10 cu in (4,000.09 cu cm)
Engine Model	Volvo D4J
Gross Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw)
Make	Volvo
Net Power	97.90 hp (73.01 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1450 rpm

Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded)

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Hydraulic cycle times (unloaded) specifications
Dump time	1.5 seconds
Lift	4.8 seconds
Lower	3.2 seconds

Hydraulic System

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Engine speed	2200 rpm
Pump Flow Capacity	34.90 gpm (132.10 lpm)
Working pressure	26 MPa 3771 psi

Operating Specifications

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.30 gal (20.06 l)
DEF tank capacity	5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Fuel Capacity	39.70 gal (150.26 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	25.10 gal (95.00 l)
Rated Bucket Capacity	1.80-2.60 cu yd (1.38-1.99 cu m)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	0.40 gal (1.51 l)

Steering System

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Articulation angle	40 degrees
Maximum flow	18.50 gpm (70.02 lpm)
Steering cylinders	2
Working pressure	17.5 MPa 2538 psi

Weights

Volvo L45H Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	19,334.00 lbs (8,769.77 kg)

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