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EC160E

Crawler Excavator EC160E

  • Stage IV / Tier 4f 
    Emission Standards
  • 36,266 - 45,592 lbs
    Operating weight
  • 148 hp
    Gross power
  • 0.39 - 1.26 yd³
    Bucket capacity
The Volvo EC160E crawler excavator provides a range of new features to ensure efficiency is a key priority when delivering... More
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Making hard work easy

The Volvo EC160E crawler excavator provides a range of new features to ensure efficiency is a key priority when delivering functions. By carefully considering every duty and component, a machine has been produced that incorporates maximum uptime while also reducing fuel consumption and cycle times – all while delivering elite performance.

Features and benefits for EC160E

Explore what sets the EC160E apart
Optimized hydraulics
Designed to perfectly match the engine power, reduce power loss, and improve controllability and response time.
EC160E

Effortless Efficiency

Volvo’s new EC160E, and EC180E provide a range of new features to ensure efficiency is a key priority when delivering functions. By carefully considering every duty and component, a machine has been produced that incorporates maximum uptime while also reducing fuel consumption and cycle times – all while delivering elite performance.

New HMI
All machine interfaces are ergonomically positioned and designed for optimum control and efficiency.
EC160E

Making hard work easy

The EC160E and EC180E have been ergonomically designed for convenience and ease of use, allowing the operator to take control in comfort. The spacious cab design, controls and features are the industry first choice, while aimed at increasing productivity by ensuring the machine takes the strain and not the operator.

Built to last
All detail – no matter how small - is overlooked. Silicone caulking is used to prevent rust, waterproof harnesses and connections have been installed - as well as heavy-duty door hinges and bolted-on protection for the framework lights.
EC160E

From Strong to Stronger

The EC160E, EC180E not only encompasses state-of-the-art design but Volvo also recognises that for technology to be truly innovative, top priorities need to be durability, quality and reliability for every function. This is why care has been taken to ensure every aspect of the machine is built to last while operating at the highest level of productivity.

Ultimate tool carrier
Designed to not only be compatible with a range of attachments, but also to enhance their performance by easily and quickly switching to accommodate any needs.
EC160E

Fits with Variety

To maximize customer productivity and profitability, the EC160E and EC180E have been designed to not only be compatible with a range of attachments, but to enhance their performance by easily and quickly switching to accommodate any needs.

Service access
The E-series features a new convenient and safe access - such as guardrails - to check the hydraulic tank, fuel tank and AdBlue®. This is in addition to the easily accessible side entry, through a wide compartment door.
EC160E

Ground Control

Maintaining a good level of inspection is important for the machine longevity, quicker servicing and maximum uptime – this is the reason Volvo has developed easily accessible maintenance points with added safety precautions.

Specifications for EC160E

Explore key specifications and download the brochure for more detailed information.
EC160E brochure (PDF, 2.6MB)
Operating weight 36,266 - 45,592 lbs
Gross power 148 hp
Bucket capacity 0.39 - 1.26 yd³
Lifting capacity, along undercarriage 11,090 lbs
...at reach / height 20 / 5 ft
Max. digging reach 29′ 6″ ft in
Max. digging depth 19' 11" ft in
Breakout force, SAE J1179 (Normal) 25,920 lbf
Breakout force, SAE J1179 (Boost) 27,400 lbf
Tear out force, SAE J1179 (Normal) 18,370 lbf
Tear out force, SAE J1179 (Boost) 19,420 lbf
Overall width 9′ 2″ ft in
Tail swing radius 8′ 4″ ft in
Image illustration only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features vary between markets and models.
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