Volvo EC18C Worldwide '04.2010–15

4/1/2010

The all-new EC15C, EC17C, EC18C and EC20C compact excavators from Volvo Construction Equipment set new standards of quality, technological innovation and value in the 1.5t to 2t class. Available in European, North American and International markets from April, the new models are powered by a 12.3 kW (16.8 hp) diesel engine. They include hydraulic hoses routed in the boom as well as rear protection. The new models replace the EC15B in XR, XT and XTV variants and the EC20B in XT and XTV variants.

The entry level excavator in the new range is the EC15C. With a maximum operating weight of 1,540 kg, this open canopy model can be transported by a light vehicle. Built to access the smallest of job sites, it has a maximum digging depth of between 2.1-2.3 m and a bucket breakout force of 1,143 daN.

The 1,650kg EC17C is fitted with the same fixed displacement 31 litre/min hydraulic gear pump as the EC15C but has a higher specification cab. The EC18C shares the same dimensions as the EC17C but is fitted with a 44 litre/min variable displacement hydraulic pump for increased performance and versatility. Able to operate a wider range of attachments, the EC18C has been purpose developed to meet the demands of rental customers, owner operators and specialist contractors.

The range topping EC20C is offered in both canopy and cab versions with respective operating weights of 1,850kg and 1,940kg. Like the EC18C, it can be specified with a variable width undercarriage. This allows the compact operating width of 994 mm to be increased to a wide and stable 1,336 mm.

https://www.volvoce.com/global/en/news-and-events/press-releases/2010/volvo-cleans-up-in-compact-excavator/