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Medium Wheeled Excavators EW240E MH

  • 26,000 kg Operating weight
  • 129 kW Gross power
The EW240E Material Handler is tailor-made for waste and recycling applications. Designed and manufactured in the Volvo factory, it is our largest material handler yet and is built on decades of experience producing proven multi-purpose and reliable Volvo wheeled excavators.
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Put waste in its place

The EW240E Material Handler is tailor-made for waste and recycling applications. Designed and manufactured in the Volvo factory, it is our largest material handler yet and is built on decades of experience producing proven multi-purpose and reliable Volvo wheeled excavators.

Technical specifications for EW240E Material Handler

Here are the key specifications for this product model. Want more details? Download the brochure or contact us.
Operating weight 26,000 kg
Gross power 129 kW
...at engine speed 1,800 rpm
Max speed 20 km/h
Image illustration only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features vary between markets and models.
More specifications and competitor comparison Download the EW240E Material Handler brochure, with all the details and specifications. (PDF, 2.8MB)

Features & Benefits

Operator's choice
Operator's choice Work in comfort in the spacious Volvo cab, which can be elevated to provide operators with an eye-view 5 meters above the ground. For smooth operation when working at height, the double damped cab mounts reduce vibration and noise. Operators can raise the cab and move the outriggers directly from the joysticks.
Operator's choice

Made for material handling

Work in comfort in the spacious Volvo cab, which can be elevated to provide operators with an eye-view 5 meters above the ground. For smooth operation when working at height, the double damped cab mounts reduce vibration and noise. Operators can raise the cab and move the outriggers directly from the joysticks.

Comfort Drive Control

Comfort Drive Control

Comfort Drive Control lets operators control the machine using only the joystick, up to 19km/h (11.8 mph). What’s more the machine is available without the steering column, to further boost visibility.

Smooth control

Smooth control

Experience instant response, thanks to the optimized hydraulics system and joysticks, providing you with an array of functions at your fingertips. The grapple control and soft swing system work in harmony for improved accuracy during simultaneous operations.

Proven Volvo quality

Proven Volvo quality

Lift with precision using the specially-designed boom and arm. The boom cylinder dampening minimizes shaking and holds the grapple in place, for enhanced stability. The machine is equipped with an adjustable arm-in limitation, designed to prevent collision between the cab and the grapple. The height limitation function provides further safety when working indoors.

Configured your way
Configured your way To enhance productivity, configure your machine both inside and out, and have it delivered to you straight from the factory. For increased visibility, you can fit your machine with Volvo Smart View or a one-piece polycarbonate window, with protection film. Additionally, you can select from a gooseneck arm or sorting arm, to ensure you always have the best grasp on the job.
Configured your way

Designed by you, built by Volvo

To enhance productivity, configure your machine both inside and out, and have it delivered to you straight from the factory. For increased visibility, you can fit your machine with Volvo Smart View or a one-piece polycarbonate window, with protection film. Additionally, you can select from a gooseneck arm or sorting arm, to ensure you always have the best grasp on the job.

Versatility

Versatility

From waste handling to scrap sorting, maximize your machine’s productivity with a range of durable grapples – available to you through the Volvo factory. For enhanced ease of operation, auxiliary lines are factory-installed and the Attachment Management System can store settings for up to 20 different attachments.

Power up, fuel down

Power up, fuel down

Move more with less. The powerful Volvo engine delivers 129 kW (173 hp) and is equipped with auto idle and auto engine shutdown functions, to reduce fuel consumption. ECO mode turns on automatically to maintain productivity and increase fuel efficiency.

Enduring performance

Enduring performance

Optimize machine uptime and the profitability of your business with Volvo material handlers, rigorously tested and proven to withstand the test of time. Built on experience, this machine will always perform dependably, keeping productivity and uptime to a maximum.

Do more jobs with just one machine
Do more jobs with just one machine Boost your machine’s productivity with a range of compatible attachments, available straight from the Volvo factory. You also have access to a range of Volvo Services, designed to secure maximum return on investment. From Genuine Volvo Parts and Volvo service technicians, to proactive machine monitoring and operator training – everything is available from one place.
Do more jobs with just one machine

Do more jobs with just one machine

Boost your machine’s productivity with a range of compatible attachments, available straight from the Volvo factory. You also have access to a range of Volvo Services, designed to secure maximum return on investment. From Genuine Volvo Parts and Volvo service technicians, to proactive machine monitoring and operator training – everything is available from one place.

Keep your Volvo a Volvo!

Only with Volvo attachments do you get what you wanted when you bought a Volvo in the first place – maximum productivity and uptime. Volvo develops and offers a wide range of attachments which brings you unmatched flexibility and versatility, making it easy for you to develop job opportunities and to get the job done with increased productivity. Displayed attachments may not be available in all markets. Consult your dealer for specific availability.
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