Used Volvo 240 Excavator

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Volvo EC240 Series Crawler Excavator Detailed Introduction

The "Volvo 240 excavator" generally refers to the Volvo EC240 series medium crawler excavator, a core mid-range product of Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), the Swedish construction machinery manufacturer renowned for its fuel efficiency, durability and operator-centric design. Targeting the 23-26 ton class, the EC240 series (including classic generations like EC240B, EC240D and the latest EC240E that meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards) is widely used in construction, quarrying, municipal engineering, forestry and material handling scenarios worldwide.

Key Technical Specifications (Latest EC240E as reference)

Item	Parameter
Operating Weight	23,800 – 26,800 kg (varies by boom, arm, bucket and attachment configuration)
Engine Model	Volvo D6J, 4-stroke, turbocharged, intercooled diesel engine
Net Rated Power	128 kW (174 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Emission Standard	EU Stage V / U.S. Tier 4 Final / China National IV
Bucket Capacity	0.5 – 1.65 m³ (standard general-purpose bucket: 1.2 m³)
Maximum Digging Depth (standard 5.7m boom + 2.9m arm)	6,730 mm
Maximum Digging Reach	10,280 mm
Maximum Dumping Height	6,970 mm
Travel Speed	3.3 km/h (low) / 5.5 km/h (high)
Swing Speed	11.3 rpm
Gradeability	35° (70%)
Cab Noise Level	≤72 dB(A)

Core Performance Advantages

1. High Efficiency & Low Fuel Consumption

The EC240 is equipped with Volvo’s proprietary D-series engine matched with an advanced load-sensing hydraulic system, which delivers high torque at low RPM and supplies oil on demand according to actual operation load, reducing unnecessary energy loss. Compared with the previous generation EC240D, the latest EC240E improves fuel efficiency by 6% while maintaining 5% higher digging force, effectively lowering operating costs. It provides 5 optional working modes (Idle, Fine, General, Heavy, Power Max) to adapt to different operation demands, from precision lifting and fine grading to heavy-duty quarry excavation.

2. Outstanding Durability & Reliability

All key structural parts including the boom, arm and undercarriage are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, and have passed 10,000+ hours of extreme working condition tests to adapt to harsh scenarios such as rocky quarries and cold high-altitude areas. The extended maintenance intervals (1,000 hours for engine oil and filter replacement, 5,000 hours for hydraulic oil replacement) greatly reduce non-working time and maintenance costs. The sealed electrical system and waterproof connectors avoid circuit failures in rainy and dusty environments.

3. Operator Comfort & Safety

The cab meets ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) international safety standards, providing all-round protection for operators. It is equipped with a high-back air-suspension seat with multi-directional adjustment and shock absorption function, which effectively relieves fatigue during long-time operation. The large-area frameless glass provides a 360° unobstructed view, and the optional rear-view camera and obstacle warning system further improve operation safety. The low-noise design, automatic constant-temperature air conditioning, and ergonomic servo control joystick with low operating force create a comfortable working environment for operators.

4. Intelligent Management

Volvo’s exclusive CareTrack telematics system comes as standard, which supports remote real-time monitoring of equipment location, working hours, fuel consumption, fault warning and other data, helping fleet managers optimize operation scheduling, reduce idle time and predict maintenance needs in advance, so as to minimize equipment downtime.

Applicable Scenarios

The EC240 series has strong adaptability to working conditions and can be equipped with a variety of attachments (hydraulic breaker, grapple, auger, ripper, etc.) to meet diversified operation demands:

Municipal engineering: road construction, pipe network laying, greening construction, old city renovation
Quarry and mining: sand and gravel mining, material loading and unloading, mine site cleaning
Civil construction: foundation pit excavation, building demolition, site leveling
Water conservancy and forestry: river dredging, woodland clearing, land reclamation
Material handling: bulk cargo loading and unloading in yards, construction waste sorting and disposal

After-sales & Value-added Services

Volvo CE has a global after-sales service network covering more than 180 countries, with sufficient supply of original spare parts and professional maintenance teams that can respond to user demands within 24 hours in most regions. The product provides a standard 1-year/2,000-hour warranty, and users can choose extended warranty packages and customized maintenance solutions according to actual needs. The EC240 series also has a very high residual value in the second-hand equipment market, which further reduces the total life cycle cost for users.

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Used Volvo 240 Excavator

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