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Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Specs

The Volvo L70H is a medium-size wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and general construction applications. It is part of Volvo Construction Equipment's H-series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadwork, agriculture, waste handling, and site preparation. The L70H features articulated steering, a hydraulic loader arm, and a quick-coupler system for use with buckets, forks, and other attachments. It is powered by a Volvo diesel engine and is available with automatic transmission and load-sensing hydraulics. The machine is known for balanced performance, operator visibility, and fuel-efficient operation in a range of jobsite conditions.


General Specifications

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity 3.0 (2.3) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Power 173 (129) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine type Volvo D6J — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height 9.2 (2.7) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight 30,880 (14,000) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Axles

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Axle Oil Front 9.30 gal (35.20 l)
Axle Oil Rear 7.20 gal (27.25 l)
Front Volvo AWB 25
Rear Volvo AWB 20
Rear Axle Oscillation 13 degrees

Bucket

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force 19,738.23 lbs (8,953.12 kg)

Dimensions

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.55 ft (0.47 m)
Height 10.83 ft (3.30 m)
Height To Top Of Cab 10.77 ft (3.28 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height 12.70 ft (3.87 m)
Length 24.50 ft (7.47 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground 24.64 ft (7.51 m)
Weight 31,107.00 lbs (14,109.92 kg)
Wheelbase 9.85 ft (3.00 m)
Width 8.08 ft (2.46 m)
Width Over Tires 8.08 ft (2.46 m)

Drive Train

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Drive Train specifications
Torque Multiplication, Stall Ratio 2.5:1 Non Lock-up / 2.59:1 Lock-up
Transmission Volvo HTE 125C Non Lock-up / HTE 125 Lock-up
Transport Speed, Maximum 31.10 mph (50.05 kph)

Electrical System

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator Rating 3135/80 (W/A)
Batteries 2 x 12 V
Battery Capacity 2 x 110 Ah
Cold Cranking Capacity 1000 A
Starter Motor Output 7.40 hp (5.52 kw)
Voltage 24 V V

Engine

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration Turbocharged
Displacement 347.90 cu in (5,701.07 cu cm)
Engine Model Volvo D6J
Gross Power 170.00 hp (126.77 kw)
Max Torque Gross - 853 Nm, Net - 853 Nm
Net Power 170.00 hp (126.77 kw)
Number Of Cylinders 6
Power Measured @ 1800 rpm
Torque Measured @ 1400 rpm

Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded)

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded) specifications
Lift 5.1 sec
Lower 2.7 sec
Tilt 1.3 sec
Total Cycle Time 9.1 sec

Hydraulic System

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Engine Speed 1900 rpm
Working Pressure Pump 2 - 26 MPa, Pump 3 - 21 MPa

Operational

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Def Tank Capacity 5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity 5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Fuel Capacity 58.70 gal (222.18 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Transmission Fluid Capacity 5.90 gal (22.33 l)

Steering System

Volvo L70H Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Articulation Angle 40 degrees
Cylinder Bore 2.80 in (7.11 cm)
Maximum Flow 15.90 gpm (60.18 lpm)
Rod Diameter 1.80 in (4.57 cm)
Steering Cylinders 2
Stroke 1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Working Pressure 21 MPa, 210 bar
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