Used Volvo 300 Excavator

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Detailed Introduction to Volvo EC300 Series (Volvo 300) Crawler Excavator

The "Volvo 300 excavator" generally refers to the 30-ton class medium-heavy crawler excavator lineup developed and manufactured by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), a global top-tier construction machinery manufacturer famous for product reliability, fuel efficiency and safety. The most widely sold latest generation is the EC300E (meeting EU Stage V / U.S. Tier 4 Final emission standards), while the EC300D is supplied for markets with lower emission requirements. Below is the detailed introduction taking the standard EC300E as reference:

1. Core Technical Specifications

Item	Parameter
Operating weight	29,800 – 32,500 kg (varies with boom/arm/bucket configuration)
Engine	Volvo D8J 4-stroke turbocharged diesel engine
Rated net power	170 kW (228 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Max torque	950 Nm @ 1,300 rpm
Bucket capacity	1.4 – 1.9 m³ (standard 1.6 m³ general purpose bucket)
Max digging reach (ground level)	10,690 mm
Max digging depth	7,050 mm
Bucket breakout force	194 kN
Arm breakout force	152 kN
Hydraulic system flow	2 × 265 L/min, 35 MPa working pressure
Travel speed	3.3 km/h (low) / 5.5 km/h (high)
Swing speed	11.5 rpm
Max gradeability	35° (70%)
Fuel tank capacity	470 L

2. Core Features & Advantages

2.1 High Efficiency & Ultra-low Fuel Consumption

The Volvo D8J engine adopts optimized low-speed high-torque design, matching the industry-leading electro-hydraulic flow sharing system, which reduces pressure loss by 12% compared to the previous generation EC300D. Equipped with ECO working mode, auto idle and auto engine shutdown functions, it delivers 10% lower fuel consumption under the same workload than competitors in the same tonnage class. The hydraulic oil replacement interval reaches 5,000 working hours, greatly reducing operating costs.

2.2 Industry-leading Operator Comfort & Safety

The cab is ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certified as standard. The internal noise level is controlled at only 72 dB(A), the lowest in its class. It is equipped with a fully adjustable air-suspension seat, multi-zone automatic climate control, ergonomic low-effort control joysticks and a 8-inch touchscreen control panel. Standard rear-view camera and optional 360° panoramic imaging system eliminate blind spots, and non-slip steps and safety handrails ensure safe access for operators.

2.3 Extreme Durability & Easy Maintenance

The boom, arm and undercarriage are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, with reinforced load-bearing parts adapted to heavy-duty working conditions. All daily maintenance points are centrally arranged at ground-accessible positions, and 500-hour routine maintenance only takes less than 30 minutes to complete. The heavy-duty track shoes made of high-manganese steel have a service life 20% longer than similar products.

2.4 Intelligent Digital Functions

It is equipped with Volvo's proprietary CareTrack remote management system as standard, which supports real-time monitoring of equipment location, working hours, fuel consumption and fault warning, and supports remote diagnosis by after-sales engineers. Optional Dig Assist digging assistance system provides automatic slope control and depth control, which reduces rework rate by 30% without on-site surveyors. The quick coupler system supports switching between buckets, breakers, grapples, rippers and hydraulic shears in 30 seconds, adapting to diversified work demands.

3. Application Scenarios

The Volvo EC300 series is a universal construction equipment suitable for multiple scenarios:

Infrastructure construction: road, bridge, tunnel and water conservancy project excavation and earthwork
Quarry and small mine operations: ore loading, overburden stripping, and matching with breakers for crushing
Urban construction: demolition, foundation pit excavation, pipeline laying
Special operations: long-arm version for deep foundation pit and river dredging, narrow-chassis version for construction in narrow urban sites, timber grapple configuration for forestry loading and unloading

4. After-sales & Sustainability

Volvo provides global after-sales support covering more than 1,200 service outlets, with sufficient original spare parts supply. The standard warranty policy is 1 year / 2,000 working hours for the whole machine, and 2 years / 4,000 working hours for the powertrain. The latest EC300E meets the strictest emission standards, with 15% lower carbon emissions than the previous generation. Volvo also provides remanufacturing services for old equipment and core parts, supporting circular economy and reducing the full life cycle carbon footprint of the equipment.

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Used Volvo 300 Excavator

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