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EC500 Electric

Crawler excavator EC500 Electric

  • 49,006 kg
    Operating weight
  • 3.03 m³
    Bucket capacity
  • Grid 
    Connector Type
A continuous cable connection makes the Volvo EC500 Electric the perfect choice to work more sustainably while increasing... More
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Power up your profit

A continuous cable connection makes the Volvo EC500 Electric the perfect choice to work more sustainably while increasing productivity and lowering operating costs in static applications. With no need to refuel and no need to recharge, it boasts outstanding levels of operator comfort, lower maintenance costs and faster cycle times compared to a diesel alternative. This is a crawler excavator designed to have a powerful impact on your profitability.

Features and benefits for EC500 Electric

Explore what sets the EC500 Electric apart
24/7 productivity
The Volvo EC500 Electric excavator is powered via a cable connection, meaning it is ready to load, swing and dump 24/7 – making it a cost-effective solution designed for static applications.
EC500 Electric

24/7 productivity

Lower your cost per ton with the EC500 Electric, designed for round-the-clock productivity. The Volvo excavator is powered via a cable connection, meaning it is ready to load, swing and dump 24/7. This makes the EC500 Electric the perfect solution for cost-effective and clean operations in applications which do not require the machine to move, such as river port material handling.

Powered to perform

Take uptime to a new level thanks to a continuous power connection, meaning there is no need to recharge or refuel. The well-protected power cable comes from the ground and connects to the machine under the superstructure, providing a safe, durable and convenient power connection.

Control and comfort

Operators benefit from a user-friendly dashboard and monitor, providing easy monitoring of factors such as motor speed and electric power consumption. Operator experience is enhanced further with a heated and suspended seat, and with outstanding visibility thanks to a flat machine hood, rear view camera and LED lights.

Faster cycle times

Take advantage of faster cycles times thanks to the immediate torque provided by electric power, outperforming its diesel counterparts. The result is more responsive hydraulics for improved operator comfort and productivity.

Serviceability

Lower your maintenance costs and give uptime a boost with the maintenance-free electric motor, benefitting from the absence of any engine-related components. When maintenance actions are required, they can be completed with speed and ease thanks to ground level access to the pump and cooling module/EDB. The newly designed electric control cabinet is positioned on the side of the upper frame, just one step away.

A cleaner choice, a smarter investment
Not only is an electric machine a better choice for the environment, it is also the smart choice for business too. It provides an up to 50% reduction in energy costs, 30% less maintenance and opens up new business opportunities for customers too, helping to enhance work conditions.
EC500 Electric

A cleaner choice, a smarter investment

A move to an electric machine can reduce energy-related costs by as much as 50%, thanks to the more cost-effective nature of electricity as a power source compared to fuel. What’s more, the electric motor is around 99% efficient and no energy is used when the machine is neither moving nor working, helping to additionally save on energy consumption and wear.

30% less maintenance

There are no engine-related consumables such as engine oil, filters and water separator, resulting in 30% less maintenance requirements for Volvo electric machines – dramatically reducing downtime and costs.

New business horizons

Open up new opportunities for your business with a low noise and zero-tailpipe emissions machine like the EC500 Electric. Noise sensitive areas, indoors and in low carbon zones – these are all places an electric machine can work, where a diesel alternative cannot. Electric powered solutions are also capable of working during unsociable hours thanks to their near silence.

A better way to work

Experience a better place to work, both in-cab and on site, due to the significant reduction in noise, vibration and heat, as well as the absence of exhaust fumes – helping operators and site workers to remain alert and productive throughout the working day. What’s more, a quieter jobsite supports clear and easy communication for improved teamwork and safety on site.

Configured your way
Configure your EC500 Electric to match the unique demands of the segment you are working in, helping to secure long-lasting performance.
EC500 Electric

Configured your way

Rise to the specific challenges of your sector thanks to a range of machine options and attachments, including Fall Over Protective Structure (FOPS), One-piece safety net, Double grouser track shoes, Full track guard and Heavy Duty bucket.

Specifications for EC500 Electric

Explore key specifications and download the brochure for more detailed information.
EC500 Electric brochure (PDF, 595.7KB)
Operating weight 49,006 kg
Gross power 250 kW
...at engine speed 1,500 rpm
Bucket capacity 3.03 m³
Lifting capacity, along undercarriage 17,820 kg
...at reach / height 6 / 1.5 m
Max. digging reach 11,817 mm
Max. digging depth 7,478 mm
Breakout force, SAE J1179 (Normal) 230 kN
Breakout force, SAE J1179 (Boost) 251 kN
Tear out force, SAE J1179 (Normal) 211 kN
Tear out force, SAE J1179 (Boost) 230 kN
Overall width 3,440 mm
Tail swing radius 3,880 mm
Connector Type Grid
Based on machine configuration: Long crawler, Boom 7.0 m / Arm 3.0 m/ Shoe 600 mm / CWT 10 300 kg
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