Used Volvo 300 Excavator

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Volvo EC300 Series Crawler Excavator Detailed Introduction

The "Volvo 300 excavator" commonly referred to in the market is the Volvo EC300 series medium-heavy crawler excavator, a flagship 30-ton class product developed and produced by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) — a global top-tier construction machinery manufacturer headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. The series covers multiple updated versions including the EC300D and the latest EC300E, which meets the latest global emission standards (EU Stage V, US EPA Tier 4 Final, China Non-road Stage IV), and is widely acclaimed for its high fuel efficiency, extreme durability, operator comfort and low total cost of ownership.

1. Core Technical Specifications

Parameter	Detail
Operating Weight	30,200 – 33,600 kg (varies by configuration and attachment)
Engine Model	Volvo D8J 4-stroke, turbocharged, intercooled diesel engine
Rated Net Power	179 kW (243 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Max Torque	980 Nm @ 1,350 rpm
Standard Bucket Capacity	1.4 – 1.9 m³
Max Digging Depth (standard boom/arm)	7,340 mm
Max Horizontal Reach at Ground Level	10,690 mm
Max Lifting Capacity (3m radius, 6m height)	12,800 kg
Travel Speed	3.3 km/h (low) / 5.5 km/h (high)
Swing Speed	11 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	520 L
Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity	270 L

2. Core Advantages & Key Features

2.1 High-Efficiency, Low-Consumption Powertrain

Equipped with Volvo’s self-developed D8J engine paired with an advanced electro-hydraulic control system that precisely matches power output to actual working load, delivering up to 12% higher fuel efficiency than previous generation models and peer products in the same tonnage class.
Standard ECO mode, auto-idle and auto-engine-shutdown functions effectively reduce unnecessary fuel consumption during idle periods, cutting daily operating costs significantly.
The optimized hydraulic system reduces pressure loss, delivers smoother compound movements (simultaneous swing and digging, lifting and travel) and improves overall operating efficiency by 8~10% under heavy-load conditions.

2.2 Ultra-High Durability & Low Maintenance Cost

All key structural parts (boom, arm, chassis frame) are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, with reinforced welding points and thickened wear plates at high-stress positions, adapting to harsh working conditions such as rocky quarries and mining sites.
The heavy-duty undercarriage is fitted with hardened, wear-resistant track shoes and sealed track chains, with a service life 20% longer than ordinary undercarriage systems.
Extended maintenance intervals: 1000 hours for engine oil replacement, 10000 hours for hydraulic oil replacement (when using Volvo genuine oil), and all routine maintenance points are centrally arranged on the right side of the machine, accessible from the ground, reducing maintenance downtime by 30%.

2.3 Operator-Centric Comfort Design

The cab is ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certified, providing maximum safety for operators in risky working scenarios.
Industry-leading noise control: internal cab noise is only 72 dB(A), equivalent to the noise level of a regular family car.
Standard equipped with fully adjustable air-suspension seat, ergonomic control levers with low operating force, 8-inch full-color LCD monitoring display, and 360° surround view camera (optional) for wide, unobstructed operating vision, greatly reducing operator fatigue during long shifts.
The cab is fitted with high-performance air conditioning and heating system, adjustable vents, and storage compartments for personal items, improving overall working experience.

2.4 Smart Digital Functions

Standard Volvo CareTrack remote telematics system: supports real-time monitoring of equipment location, fuel consumption, working hours, fault codes and other data, and provides proactive maintenance reminders, helping fleet managers improve management efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime.
Optional intelligent working systems include on-board weighing system, automatic slope control system, and auxiliary digging system, which help improve operation accuracy and reduce repeated work.

3. Typical Application Scenarios

The Volvo EC300 series is suitable for a wide range of medium to heavy duty working scenarios:

Infrastructure construction: Foundation excavation, earthwork transfer, site leveling for highway, railway, bridge and airport construction projects.
Quarrying and mining: Overburden stripping, ore loading and transferring, rock handling in open-pit mines and quarries.
Demolition works: Matching with hydraulic breakers, shear cutters and other attachments for small to medium sized building demolition and waste removal.
Water conservancy and forestry works: River dredging, reservoir cleaning, forest land clearing, and landscaping projects.
Material handling: Bulk cargo loading, stockpiling and transfer in ports, freight yards and waste treatment plants.

4. Optional Attachments

Volvo provides a full range of genuine attachments to expand the application scope of the EC300 series:

General purpose buckets, heavy-duty rock buckets, ditch cleaning buckets
Hydraulic breakers, demolition shears, grapples, augers, rippers
Quick couplers (to realize 1-minute attachment replacement without getting off the cab)

Summary

The Volvo EC300 series excavator balances high working efficiency, low operating cost, high safety and comfort, and is one of the most popular 30-ton class excavator models in the global market. Supported by Volvo’s global after-sales service network and genuine spare parts supply system, it can provide stable support for construction projects in different regions around the world.

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Used Volvo 300 Excavator

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