Used Volvo 290 Excavator

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Detailed Introduction to Volvo EC290 Crawler Excavator

The Volvo 290 excavator, officially named the Volvo EC290 Series, is a 29-ton class heavy-duty crawler excavator developed and produced by Volvo Construction Equipment, a core subsidiary of the Volvo Group. It is one of the best-selling mid-to-large excavator models in Volvo’s product line, renowned for its exceptional durability, fuel efficiency, operator comfort and low total cost of ownership. It is widely used in construction, mining, quarrying, infrastructure and water conservancy projects globally, with two mainstream variants: the classic EC290BLC (Euro III/Tier 3 emission standard) and the latest upgraded EC290 EL (Euro V/Tier 4 Final/China IV emission standard).

Core Specifications

Parameter	EC290BLC (Classic Model)	EC290 EL (New Generation)
Operating Weight	28.2 – 31.5 t	29.1 – 32.7 t
Engine Model	Volvo D7E EAE2 turbocharged direct-injection diesel engine	Volvo D8J low-emission diesel engine
Rated Power	153 kW (205 hp) @ 2000 rpm	170 kW (228 hp) @ 1800 rpm
Standard Bucket Capacity	1.2 – 1.75 m³	1.3 – 1.9 m³
Max Digging Depth (Standard Arm)	6730 mm	6980 mm
Max Digging Reach (Standard Arm)	9950 mm	10240 mm
Max Bucket Breakout Force	188 kN	205 kN
Travel Speed	3.3 / 5.5 km/h	3.4 / 5.6 km/h
Gradeability	35° (70%)	35° (70%)
Comprehensive Fuel Consumption	18 – 22 L/h	16 – 20 L/h

Core Advantages & Technologies

1. High-Efficiency Powertrain

Volvo’s proprietary Adaptive Control System (ACS) automatically matches engine output with hydraulic flow and pressure based on real-time operating conditions, avoiding unnecessary power loss. The new EC290 EL is equipped with an optimized ECO mode, auto-idle and auto-shutdown functions, reducing fuel consumption by 8-12% compared to the previous generation without sacrificing excavation power.

2. Extreme Durability & Reliability

The heavy-duty undercarriage uses reinforced track links, rollers and idlers, designed for long-term operation in rocky quarries and harsh construction sites.
The boom and arm are made of high-tensile steel with full-welded reinforcement plates, passing more than 10,000 hours of fatigue testing.
The 3-stage hydraulic filtration system ensures 99.9% impurity removal, extending the service life of hydraulic oil to 5000 hours.Key structural components come with a 2-year/3000-hour official warranty.

3. Operator-Friendly Design

The cab is ROPS/FOPS certified, with an internal noise level as low as 72 dB(A) for the EC290 EL, meeting the highest industry safety and comfort standards.
Equipped with a fully adjustable ergonomic seat with lumbar support, automatic climate control, and an 8-inch high-definition touchscreen that displays real-time operating data, fault alarms and service reminders.
Short-stroke control joysticks reduce operator fatigue during 8+ hour long shifts.

4. Low Total Cost of Ownership

Extended service intervals: engine oil change every 500 working hours, hydraulic oil change every 5000 hours.
Most filter replacement positions are designed for tool-free operation, cutting daily maintenance time by 30%.
Supported by Volvo’s global 24/7 after-sales network, with fast parts supply and on-site technical support to minimize downtime.

Typical Application Scenarios

Quarrying and small-scale mining: loading crushed stone, ore, and stripping overburden
Infrastructure construction: road/railway foundation excavation, bridge construction, tunnel supporting works
Urban development: high-rise building foundation digging, demolition (with hydraulic breaker attachment), land clearance
Water conservancy projects: reservoir excavation, river dredging, long-distance pipeline trenching

Optional Configurations

Multiple boom/arm combinations: standard arm, long-reach arm, heavy-duty short arm for demolition
Attachment options: rock bucket, ditch cleaning bucket, hydraulic breaker, grapple, auger, ripper
High-flow auxiliary hydraulic lines for special attachments
Volvo Dig Assist grade control system, for precision excavation that reduces rework by more than 40%
Cold weather package (engine block heater, battery warmer, heated seat and mirrors) for operation at temperatures as low as -30℃
High-altitude package for stable operation above 3000m above sea level
Volvo CareTrack telematics system, for remote monitoring of machine location, fuel consumption, fault codes and service reminders, supporting intelligent fleet management.

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Used Volvo 290 Excavator

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