Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is expanding its crawler excavator line-up with the introduction of the new EC130 and EC150 for markets across Africa, the Middle East and Oceania. Designed to maximize fuel efficiency without compromising performance, the machines combine Volvo’s proven positive control hydraulics, intelligent work modes and fuel-saving technologies with the power, reliability and versatility required across a wide range of applications.

Delivering strong digging performance and fast cycle times, the excavators also offer easy serviceability, extended maintenance intervals and a modern operator environment featuring a new 8-inch integrated touchscreen Volvo Co-Pilot display.

“The 13-tonne EC130 and the larger EC150 have been designed around what matters most to our customers — productivity, efficiency, uptime and operator performance,” says Steven Guo, Product Manager at Volvo CE. 

“The result is two machines that make every drop of fuel count while delivering dependable performance, operator comfort and low operating costs,” he adds.

At the heart of both machines is Volvo’s proven positive control hydraulic system. The intelligent technology in the hydraulic system and main control valve delivers flow according to demand, supporting high productivity, powerful digging and excellent fuel efficiency. 

Engine-pump optimization further reduces fuel consumption while maintaining machine performance. The EC130 can operate at engine speeds as low as 2,000rpm and the EC150 at 2,200rpm, while hydraulic pump flow and pressure are continuously adjusted to match load and speed requirements. The EC130 also benefits from a larger pump than the previous generation, further enhancing efficiency.

To suit different applications and site conditions, operators can choose from 10 work modes, helping to optimize the balance between fuel consumption, machine response and cycle times.

Additional fuel savings come from features such as auto engine shut-down and auto idle, which work alongside the efficient Volvo engine and intelligent hydraulics to help reduce operating costs without compromising performance.

The EC130 and EC150 are engineered to deliver high controllability, fast response and powerful, dependable digging performance. The EC150 can be equipped with a larger bucket than the previous EC140, enabling customers to move more material per pass and boost productivity on the jobsite.