Volvo CE Adds Two Excavators
Published: 4/3
Volvo Construction Equipment is bringing two new compact excavators to North America, the 3.5-ton EC37 and the 4-ton. These models replace the EC35D, ECR35D, and ECR40D. While the two models share the same platform and components, the EC37 has a conventional upper carriage design. The ECR40 excavator has a short swing radius to allow for work in more confined spaces.
The EC37 and ECR40 include a new elongated undercarriage for optimum stability in almost any environment, thanks to the better weight balance provided by longer contact between the tracks and the ground. The adjusted center of gravity reduces the “rocking chair effect” other compact excavators may create. The counterweight has been standardized across these two models, and for Volvo CE’s ECR50 and ECR58 excavators, to simplify component needs for fleets with multiple models. The intuitive jog wheel and easy-to-navigate HMI functionalities provide controllability and adaptability for any job requirements. Work modes now include an ECO mode and an auto engine shutdown in addition to the existing auto engine idle. With auto engine shutdown, hours not worked are not recorded, keeping the machine operating efficiently for longer while reducing maintenance costs, and boosting fuel efficiency by 10%.