Construction Equipment North America

Electric Compact ExcavatorEC18 Electric

  • 4,321 lbs
  • 8′ 2″ - 8′ 10″ ft in
  • 20 kWh

Building on the success of the ECR25 Electric and expanding on the proven technology of its diesel counterpart, the EC18 Electric offers customers a... Read more

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Overview

A proven past, an electric future

Building on the success of the ECR25 Electric and expanding on the proven technology of its diesel counterpart, the EC18 Electric offers customers a new option within the Volvo electric machinery line-up. Easy to operate and transport this is a machine designed for those looking for a cost-efficient electric compact excavator working in 1.8t applications.

Specifications
Operating weight 4,321 lbs
Maximum digging depth (short/long arm) 8′ 2″ - 8′ 10″ ft in
Maximum dump height (short/long arm) 8′ 0″ - 8′ 6″ ft in
Travel speed, low / high 1.18 / 2.36 mph
Breakout force 2,900 lbf
Tear out force (arm breakout force) (short/long arm) 1787 - 1562 lbf
Overall width 3′ 3″ - 4′ 5″ ft in
Overall length (short/long arm) 11′ 8″ - 11′ 3″ ft in
Battery voltage 48 V
Battery capacity (standard) 20 kWh
Indicative runtime (depending on application) Up to 6 hours
Charging time Type 1 Level 1 110V ~ 12 h
Charging time Type 1 Level 2 240V ~ 6 h*
On board charging time 230 VAC 16A ~ 6 h
Off board charging time 400 VAC 32A ~ 1 h 15 m

*It is recommended to charge on an NEMA 14-50 power outlet. Images for illustration purposes only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features; they may vary between markets and models. Specifications may change without prior notice. No warranty is provided until the machine has been purchased.

Features
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Work anytime, anywhere

Create new commercial opportunities for your business with the EC18 Electric, all while benefiting the environment and communities.
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Create a better work environment

Whether working in the machine or on-site, all personnel benefit from the absence of exhaust fumes, industry leading low noise levels and the significant reduction in vibration and heat.
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Unrivalled operator experience

Operators will experience world-class levels of comfort in the fully enclosed and heated cab environment, as well as outstanding controllability and ease of operation.
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Small but tough

Work in confined spaces with total confidence thanks to the compact machine dimensions and all-around machine protection.
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Make the most of every charge

Featuring industry-leading battery technology, the EC18 Electric offers up to 6 hours of runtime and comes with a range of solutions to help manage the charging process more efficiently.
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Choice of charging solutions

The EC18 Electric can be recharged in as little as 1 hours 15 minutes. Choose between multiple charging solutions depending on the requirements of your operation.
Attachments

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.