Device
The Volvo front loader, which is produced by the Swedish company, has high productivity and can cope with heavy loads. The scope of technology is wide. The unit can operate in harsh conditions, in severe frost or heat. All systems and components are manufactured using advanced technologies. The loader supports many attachment options.
The following types of attachments are used:
- snow dump;
- pitchfork;
- telescopic boom;
- log grab;
- ladle;
- brush;
- cradle;
- bucket adapter;
- bulldozer blade;
- blade knife.
Let's look at the advantages of the Volvo loader. The hood is equipped with improved ventilation and an electronic opening system. This improves the ability to maintain and repair equipment.
A large number of attachments are necessary to perform work in various areas of the national economy. Durable motor ensures high performance. The internal combustion engine has high environmental performance. The cabin is comfortable and safe, equipped with a telescopic system with the ability to control fuel consumption. The assembly of all components and parts is performed at a high technological level.
The vehicle has high off-road capability. The design features a durable articulated frame. The wheelbase is small, which makes the equipment maneuverable. A 12.8 liter diesel engine with a power of 350 hp is installed. The torque is 1765 N/m.
The machine has good traction characteristics and can move on a slope. A cooling system is installed that provides ventilation for engine parts. The internal combustion engine has a primary and secondary filter.
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The Volvo L220 front loader has a number of advantages compared to its competitors:
- Newly designed hood for improved ventilation. This element is equipped with an electronic opening mechanism that facilitates the maintenance process.
- A wide selection of attachments makes the model multifunctional and allows it to perform many different operations.
- Reliable engine with low emissions and low fuel consumption. Even at low speeds the unit provides high torque.
- A safe and comfortable Volvo Care Cab operator's cabin that does not restrict the driver's movements.
- Patented Torque Parallel mechanism provides smooth lift and significant breakout torque.
- Telescopic CareTrack system. Together with the diagnostic system, it allows you to remotely monitor fuel consumption, loader use and productivity of the equipment.
It is noteworthy that the Volvo L220 model is one of the most environmentally friendly in the world. 95% of the forklift's weight is made up of materials that can be reused. At the same time, the special equipment has the highest quality components and elements. The vehicle's undercarriage system is characterized by increased cross-country ability, and the improved articulated frame ensures ease of maneuvering in cramped conditions and limited areas.
Volvo L220 is one of the best options among all front loaders in terms of price and quality.
Modifications and their characteristics
Volvo front loader has a wide range of models. Let's take a closer look at the individual modifications of the unit.
L120
The Volvo L120 is a high-performance machine designed for a large volume of work. The unit is manufactured using advanced technologies. The machine of the 120th modification copes with heavy loads. The loader does an excellent job of transporting goods. The machine can transport concrete blocks, soil, sand, and bulk materials.
The loader is also used for construction and installation work and can work at heights when using special attachments.
The Volvo L120 loader is used in agriculture, for snow removal, and in housing and communal construction. Maintenance and repair are not difficult; spare parts are available at service centers.
Specifications:
- weight - 20.6 tons;
- six-cylinder engine with a power of 224 hp;
- torque - 1020 N/m;
- rotation speed - 1800 rpm;
- speed - 35 km/h;
- dimensions: 8580x2680x3360 mm;
- bucket suspension height - 4110 mm;
- fuel tank volume - 215 l;
- hydraulic tank volume - 143 l;
- digging depth - 74 mm;
- unloading height - 3520 mm;
- lifting height - 6710 mm;
- bucket volume - 9 m³;
- maximum coverage area - 2.4 m²;
- wheelbase installed.
L150
The Volvo L150 front loader is designed for work in industry, for waste processing, and is also used in sawmills. It can quickly move loads and is economical in operation.
Specifications:
- Weight - 23200 kg.
- Equipped with a six-cylinder turbocharged engine.
- The power of the internal combustion engine is 200 kW.
- Rotation speed - 1600 rpm.
- Torque - 1380 N/m.
- Speed - 37.3 km/h.
- Ground clearance - 450 mm.
- Wheelbase - 3550 mm.
- Dimensions: 8680x2950x3580 mm.
The maximum height of the bucket suspension is 4350 mm. The electrical equipment is represented by a 2 V battery with a capacity of 12 Ah. Oil-cooled disc brakes are installed. The fuel tank has a volume of 370 l. Hydraulic tank - volume 156 l. The digging depth is 54 mm. Hydraulic cycle time - 11.6 seconds. Unloading height - 2630 mm. The lifting height of the gripper is 4270 mm. Turning radius - 6780 mm. Attachments: bucket, grab. Bucket volume - 3.1 m³. The width of the cutting edge of the bucket is 3000 mm. Coverage area - 3.1 m².
L220
The Volvo L220 loader is designed to move goods and perform loading operations. Specifications:
- Weight - 31 t,
- A turbocharged diesel engine, 6 cylinders, with a power of 259 kW is installed.
- Rotation speed - 1600 rpm.
- Torque - 1765 N/m.
- Speed - 32.8 km/h.
- Ground clearance - 510 mm.
- Wheelbase - 3700 mm.
- Dimensions: 9080x3170x3730 mm.
The maximum height of the bucket suspension is 4680 mm. Electrical equipment is represented by batteries with a voltage of 2 V and a capacity of 12 Ah. Fuel tank volume - 370 l. The cooling system has a tank capacity of 43 liters. Hydraulic tank capacity - 243 l. Digging depth - 91 mm. Hydraulic cycle time - 10.6 seconds. Unloading height - 2920 mm. The lifting height of the gripper is 7710 mm. Turning radius - 7110 mm. Bucket volume - 4.5 m³. The width of the cutting edge of the bucket is 3430 mm. Coverage area - 4 m². Wheeled chassis installed.
Less popular models
The Volvo mini loader also has other modifications that are less in demand. Let's look at the technical characteristics of the Volvo BL71 unit. It is designed for use on construction sites, quarries, public utilities and agriculture. Weight - 8594 kg. A turbocharged diesel engine is installed. Number of cylinders - 4.
Engine capacity - 4038 cm³. Engine power - 70 kW. Rotation speed - 2200 rpm. Speed - 38.5 km/h. The ground clearance of the mini loader is 370 mm. Wheelbase - 2150 mm. Dimensions: 5870x2470x3750 mm. The maximum height of the bucket suspension is 3485 mm. Fuel tank volume - 120 l. Hydraulic tank volume - 41 l. Bucket capacity - 1 m³. The width of the cutting edge of the bucket is 2350 mm. Wheeled chassis installed.
The Volvo BL90 can handle heavy lifting and transport work, as well as excavation and construction work. Parameters: weight - 16 tons, load capacity - 4500 kg, bucket volume - 3.3 m³.
The Volvo BL180 is a forklift with an automatic transmission and a 4x4 wheel arrangement. Number of axles - 2, load capacity - 9 tons, equipped with an excavator-type bucket.
Purpose
The Volvo L90F front-end loader is suitable for agricultural and construction activities, and for work at heights. In this case, the main responsibilities of the machine include loading and transporting cargo containers - sand, soil, heavy concrete structures, construction waste, bulk materials, including clay and snow. If necessary, the capabilities of the machine can be tested in public utilities - this applies to snow removal, as well as the removal of garbage, dust, sand, etc. When connecting one or another of the attachments presented below, the Volvo L90F model is endowed with universal capabilities that can only be limited that the narrow needs of the user himself.
Attachments
- A snow blade is a powerful device for snow removal. In the mechanical version, the blade can be adjusted manually, while the hydraulic version allows you to adjust the blade angle automatically by changing the position of the lever. That is, for this you will not need to leave their cabins.
- Pallet forks are a device with the functionality of a forklift. This option is suitable for transporting mainly fragile and easily breakable goods, which, in order to protect them, should be placed on pallets (pallets). For example, this could be glass containers, household or electronic equipment. The width of the pallet forks is adjusted based on the geometric features of the cargo.
- A telescopic boom is a device for lifting loads and moving them in the air. This equipment is useful in cases where it is necessary to lift a load to a certain height, or move it “through the air” due to the presence of obstacles on the earth’s surface. The package includes a crane hook, which is mounted on a hinged support, allowing the hook to rotate in any plane.
- The log grabber, designed for a lifting capacity of up to 5 tons, is suitable for loading and moving the following items - pipes, piles and poles. The log grabber is reinforced with unique hydraulic hoses, guaranteeing high strength and uninterrupted operation at high pressure in the hydraulic system.
- The grab fork is a specialized option, similar to previous equipment in that it is designed to handle cylindrical loads. Here we have a so-called pipe grabber, designed for lifting tubular structures with a diameter of up to 400 mm. Widely in demand in enterprises for the production, storage and recycling of pipes and other similar items.
- Snow removal bucket - this device is suitable for removing large volumes of snow from roads, sidewalks, parking areas and other large areas. The bucket is made of thick steel and is highly durable. In addition, such a bucket is excellently protected from damage and corrosion. It is designed for cleaning dry and freshly fallen snow, as well as compacted and icy snowdrifts
- The bulldozer blade, which significantly increases the capabilities of the front loader, has all the functions of a bulldozer, and at the same time is equipped with an automatically adjustable rotating function. The dozer blade is attached to the loader using ergonomic mounts, making the option easy to install and dismantle.
- Jaw bucket - this equipment is suitable for working with bulk cargo, mainly sand, snow, soil, etc. The design of the bucket includes two “jaws”, which tend to close with each other after capturing the load. The tight closure of the “jaws” ensures that the load is retained so that it does not fall out during transportation.
- A brush is a utility device for carrying out snow removal procedures, as well as cleaning up any type of debris - construction waste, sand, soil and other bulk materials. The rotating version of the brush, equipped with a humidifier, can quickly sweep all the dust into one pile, while during the cleaning process the moistened dust will be less sprayed into the air.
- Forks with clamp/grab – attachments for agricultural work. The potential of this option can be tested, for example, when working with fibrous materials - mown grass, loosened haylage, hay and other similar cargo with a density of up to 800 kg per 1 cubic meter. m. A gripper or clamp holds the fibrous load during transport.
- The cradle is a lifting structure designed for a large load capacity. It is capable of lifting the operator himself, as well as various accessories necessary for working at height. Thus, the cradle allows you to carry out operations related to the installation of high-voltage supports, laying wires and pulling cables at height, as well as repair work on lighting poles, etc. In addition, the cradle makes it possible to carry out finishing and painting of facades. In general, it is possible to carry out any operations at height - both outside and inside buildings and structures.
- Bucket adapter is an accessory for attaching heavy attachments designed for large lifting capacities. For example, this could be a loading bucket, a cradle or a dozer blade.
- Blade/bucket knife – a device for improving the quality of operation of a blade or bucket. Together with knives, this option is capable of removing any type of snow cover, such as icy and compacted snow.
Reviews
In order to evaluate the quality and technical characteristics of Volvo loaders, you need to get acquainted with the reviews of the owners of these machines. Here are the comments they leave:
- I have owned a Volvo bl71b backhoe loader for quite some time now. I'm quite happy with the car. The engine is powerful and economical, and consumes little fuel and lubricants. The operation of the attachments is not satisfactory.
- The car has excellent maneuverability and good speed. Load capacity is also excellent. The working equipment has a good service life and quality; in general, there are no problems with its maintenance. Sometimes it can be difficult to find original spare parts, since the domestic market is filled with Chinese counterfeits.
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Advantages and disadvantages
Volvo bl 61 and bl 71 excavators have a number of undeniable advantages. These include:
- solid power;
- high performance;
- versatility and multifunctionality;
- long service life;
- low consumption of fuel and lubricants;
- ease of maintenance;
- high level of security.
As for the disadvantages, the cars have only two of them - high cost and insufficient number of service centers in Russia.