Volvo launches first 20tonne excavator

First published in bauma Preview - February 11, 2019

Volvo CE is unveiling its first 20tonne excavator, the EC200E

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is launching its first ever 20tonne crawler excavator the EC200E. Aimed squarely at one of the most competitive segments of the excavator market, the new EC200E is described as the perfect partner for a wide range of medium-duty applications. The specifications of the purpose-built machine position it between Volvo CE’s existing EC220E and EC180E units in the EMEA region.

Ideal for in-house operations or as part of a rental fleet, and suitable for construction, utilities, road infrastructure and more, the EC200E is said by the Swedish global construction equipment heavyweight to provide superior performance with excellent value, ensuring high customer profitability.

With decades of experience and the power of the Volvo Group behind it, Volvo CE has installed on the EC200E its next generation emissions-compliant engine for highly regulated markets. The Stage V-certified D4 Volvo engine is optimised for operators to get the best performance from the 20tonne unit, providing the power, fuel-efficiency and reliability needed to succeed across a wide range of tasks.

With Volvo’s power boost function, the already impressive lifting and digging forces are increased further, resulting in faster cycle times and optimum productivity.

The EC200E’s advanced hydraulics system works in harmony with the fully-electric control system and Volvo CE’s advanced ECO mode, to minimise power loss and improve both controllability and response times. The crawler excavator can also be factory-fitted with additional auxiliary hydraulic piping to help power hydraulic attachments and boost the versatility and productivity of the machine.