Volvo Construction Equipment Unveils its Largest Demolition Excavator, The New EC950 High Reach
As the industry increasingly shifts toward high-reach dismantling for multi-story projects, purpose-built excavators offer a safer and more controlled solution. The EC950 High Reach combines a modular multi-configuration design with outstanding stability, advanced demolition technology and industry-leading safety features to deliver powerful, reliable and efficient performance on the tallest and tightest jobsites.
“The EC950 High Reach is the latest Special Application Solution from Volvo. It has an operating weight of over 400,000 pounds and maximum height of 161 feet while working with a 7,500-pound tool,” said Tony den Hoed, director of strategic demolition accounts for Volvo Construction Equipment North America. “It combines size, strength and intelligent design to enable customers to achieve outstanding results on the largest and most challenging demolition projects.”
The EC950 High Reach was developed by Volvo engineers in collaboration with Volvo-authorized partners. All aftermarket parts and the warranty are provided by Volvo CE North America and its local dealer network.
Modular design for ease of transportation
A key concern for customers operating machines at this scale is the challenge of transportation. Volvo has considered every element of the EC950 High Reach’s design — including weight, height and length — to ensure that it remains within standard transportation dimensions.
Central to this is the modular multi-configuration boom and arm concept, which allows for simple assembly and disassembly. This is complemented by a series of innovative solutions for easier transportation, including hydraulic removable counterweight, detachable side tracks, modular boom and arm sections and hinged walkways. The modular design of the undercarriage with hook-on track units further reduces the transport weight of the separate parts of the machine.
With a maximum transport height of just 11 ft. 9 in. (3.6 m), hook-on-type modular joints and hydraulic cylinder-type pins, the machine can be quickly configured on-site to suit the specific job requirements at hand.
Not only does this flexible design reduce the cost and complexity of transportation, but it also enables demolition contractors to use the same machine across multiple applications with a variety of pin heights and allowed tool weights, helping to minimize initial investment and maximize return.
Unrivaled stability and strength
Volvo offers a machine able to rise to the challenge of the harshest demolition site conditions to deliver safe, reliable and consistent performance.
Built to meet Volvo Ultra High Reach (UHR) stability criteria, the EC950 High Reach delivers exceptional stability even when operating with heavy attachments and extended reach. The durable Volvo undercarriage, plus a purpose-built upper frame with boom adapter and larger boom and cylinder pins, provides the strength and durability required for high-stress demolition environments. This is combined with a specially developed ring gear able to withstand the enormous forces a machine of this size creates.
Advanced demolition features boost productivity and safety
Real-time safety monitoring is delivered through the Volvo total moment indicator (TMI), providing operators with continuous feedback to help prevent tipping or overloading and ensuring safer, more efficient demolition operations. Volvo Smart View cameras with optional obstacle detection enhance safety for operators and site teams.
The high-visibility cab is fitted with P5A certified polycarbonate windows and a frame-mounted falling object guard (FOG), helping to protect operators from falling debris. Additional features like undercover protection, full track guards, a slew ring cover and boom and bucket cylinder protectors further safeguard critical machine components.
CareTrack standard telematics and ActiveCare® Direct advanced telematics provide real-time machine health data and predictive maintenance alerts to keep fleets productive and protected.
Industry-leading operator environment
A fully adjustable ergonomic seat with independently moving joystick console allows operators to tailor the cab to their preferred working position, supporting comfort, safety and productivity over long shifts. Whatever the weather, an integrated heating and air conditioning system distributes pressurized, filtered air through multiple vents to maintain a comfortable working environment.
Cleaner, safer worksites with integrated dust suppression
The EC950 High Reach is currently available in North America.
To learn more, contact your local Volvo CE dealer.
Key specifications:
| Configuration | Total Machine Weight | Max. Pin Height | Max. Pin Reach | Max. Tool Weight |
| Base + Ext. #1 + Ext. #2 + 3-pc. EG1 + Arm end #1 | 418,768 lbs. / 189,950 kg |
160' 9" / 49 m |
88' 7" / 27 m |
7,496 lbs. / 3,400 kg |
| Base + Ext. #1 + 3-pc. EG1 + Arm end #2 | 406,577 lbs. / 184,420 kg |
134' 6" / 41 m |
68' 11" / 21 m |
11,023 lbs. / 5,000 kg |
| Base + Ext. #2 + 3-pc. EG1 + Arm end #3 | 401,440 lbs. / 182,090 kg |
121' 5" / 37 m |
62' 4" / 19 m |
13,228 lbs. / 6,000 kg |
| Base + Ext. #1 + 3-pc. EG2 | 397,780 lbs. / 180,430 kg |
105' / 32 m |
52' 6" / 16 m |
17,857 lbs. / 8,100 kg |
| Digging, bent boom (no extension) | 395,789 lbs. / 179,527 kg |
52' 5" / 16 m |
50' 11" / 15.5 m |
36,200 lbs. / 16,420 kg |
| Digging, straight boom (no extension) | 395,789 lbs. / 179,527 kg |
65' 8" / 20 m |
57' 2" / 17.4 m |
39,983 lbs. / 18,136 kg |
| Digging, straight boom + bent extension (Ext. #1) | 398,214 lbs. / 180,627 kg |
73' 2" / 22.3 m |
69' / 59’ 21 m / 18 m |
20,062 lbs. / 9,100 kg |
| Digging, straight boom + straight extension (Ext. #1) | 398,214 lbs. / 180,627 kg |
86' / 26.2 m |
76' 11” / 59’ 23.4 m / 18 m |
20,062 lbs. / 9,100 kg |
Journalists wanting further information, please contact:
Gregg Hennigan
Marketing Communications
Two Rivers Marketing
greggh@2rm.com
515-557-2233
Dave Foster
Corporate Communications
Volvo Construction Equipment North America, LLC
dave.foster@volvo.com
717-300-6104