Used Volvo 210Excavator

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📌 1. GENERAL OVERVIEW

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Volvo Construction Equipment (Sweden)
Model	EC210 (also written as Volvo 210)
Class	Mid-size Crawler Excavator (~21-ton class)
Production Years	~2003 – Present (multiple generations: B, C, D, E)
Primary Use	General construction, road building, mining, demolition, landscaping
Global Sales	One of Volvo CE's best-selling models worldwide

The Volvo EC210 sits between the smaller EC180/EC200 and larger EC220/EC250 — making it the "workhorse" of many construction fleets.

📌 2. GENERATIONS & EVOLUTION

Generation	Years	Engine	Power	Emissions
EC210 (1st Gen)	2003–2006	Volvo D6E	110 kW (147 hp)	Stage II
EC210B	2006–2013	Volvo D6E / D6.2	110–120 kW (147–161 hp)	Stage IIIA/IIIB
EC210C	2013–2018	Volvo D6E / D6.2	110–125 kW (147–168 hp)	Stage IV
EC210D	2018–2022	Volvo D6.7	110–125 kW (147–168 hp)	Stage IV/V
EC210E	2022–Present	Volvo D6.7	110–125 kW (147–168 hp)	Stage V

📌 3. ENGINE & PERFORMANCE (Latest EC210E)

Parameter	Specification
Engine Model	Volvo D6.7 (4-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled diesel)
Displacement	6.7 liters
Rated Power	110–125 kW (147–168 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Max Torque	~580 Nm @ 1,400 rpm
Emissions	EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final (SCR + DPF)
Fuel Tank Capacity	~400 liters (105 US gal)
Fuel Consumption	~15–20 L/hr (varies by application)

🔧 Key Engine Features:

✅ Electronic fuel injection for precise control
✅ Auto-idle — engine reduces RPM during idle → saves fuel (up to 15%)
✅ SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) — uses AdBlue/DEF to reduce NOx
✅ DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) — reduces particulate emissions
✅ No engine DPF regeneration needed in normal operation (automatic)

📌 4. PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter	Value
Operating Weight	20,800 – 22,000 kg (45,850 – 48,500 lbs)
Transport Weight	~20,300 kg
Track Width	600 mm (23.6 in) — adjustable shoes available
Ground Contact Length	2,970 mm (117 in)
Ground Pressure	~47 kPa (6.8 psi)
Max Travel Speed	5.0 km/h (3.1 mph)
Gradeability	70% (35°)
Max Dig Depth	6,530 – 7,010 mm (21.4 – 23.0 ft)
Max Reach (Ground Level)	9,600 – 9,900 mm (31.5 – 32.5 ft)
Max Dumping Height	6,800 – 7,100 mm (22.3 – 23.3 ft)
Max Digging Force (Bucket)	~115–125 kN (25,800 – 28,100 lbf)
Max Digging Force (Arm)	~80–85 kN (17,900 – 19,100 lbf)

📌 5. BUCKET & WORK EQUIPMENT

Attachment	Capacity / Size
Standard Bucket	0.8 – 1.1 m³ (1.0 – 1.4 cu yd)
Heavy Duty Bucket	Up to 1.2 m³
Long Reach Boom/Arm	Up to 16 m reach option
Hydraulic Thumb	Available (grapple function)
Hydraulic Quick Coupler	✅ Standard on most models
Attachment Options	🔨 Hammer (breaker), 🪓 Grapple, 🔄 Rotator, 🔩 Tiltrotator, 🪣 Screening bucket

📌 6. CAB & OPERATOR COMFORT 💺

The Volvo EC210 is well-known for its excellent cab design:

Feature	Details
Cab Type	Volvo "Care Cab" — ROPS/FOPS certified
Noise Level	~70 dB(A) — one of the quietest in class
Vibration	Very low — Volvo's isolation system
Air Suspension Seat	✅ Standard — fully adjustable
Climate Control	✅ Auto A/C with heating
Display	7-inch or 9-inch color touchscreen (EC210E)
Camera System	Rear-view & side-view cameras (optional)
Bluetooth / Radio	✅ Standard
USB Ports	✅ Available
Heated Seat & Mirrors	✅ Optional
Visibility	Large glass area — excellent all-round visibility

📌 7. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Parameter	Value
System Type	Load-Sensing (LS) Hydraulic System
Main Pump	2 × Variable displacement axial piston pumps
Max Flow	2 × 140 L/min (total ~280 L/min)
Max System Pressure	350 bar (5,076 psi)
Auxiliary Flow	Up to 80 L/min (for attachments like hammer)

✅ The Load-Sensing system matches hydraulic flow to demand → saves up to 20% fuel vs. conventional systems.

📌 8. TECHNOLOGY & SMART FEATURES (EC210E)

Technology	Description
📡 Volvo Co-Pilot	Semi-automatic digging — machine follows pre-set patterns
📡 Volvo Active Control (VAC)	Automated boom/arm control for grading
📡 Volvo CareTrack™	Telematics — remote monitoring of location, hours, fuel, diagnostics
📡 Volvo Dig Assist	3D machine guidance-ready (with GPS/Total Station)
📡 Eco-Pedal	Foot-operated throttle → precise control → fuel savings
📡 Auto Swing Stop	Reduces swing when not digging → faster cycle times
📡 E-Fence / Geofence	Keeps machine within designated work area

📌 9. MAINTENANCE & SERVICE INTERVALS

Item	Interval
Engine Oil Change	Every 500 hours (or 1,000 hrs with Volvo Oil)
Hydraulic Oil Change	Every 2,000 hours
Fuel Filter	Every 500 hours
Track Tension Adjustment	Every 500 hours
Greasing Points	Auto-lubrication system available
Daily Service Time	~15 minutes (ground-level access points)

✅ Volvo designs the EC210 for easy access — most daily checks can be done from ground level.

📌 10. STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES

✅ STRENGTHS	❌ WEAKNESSES
Excellent fuel efficiency	Higher purchase price vs. Chinese brands (XCMG, SANY)
Superior operator comfort	Parts can be more expensive
High resale value	Not the cheapest to maintain
Excellent build quality & durability	Limited availability in some emerging markets
Strong dealer/service network globally	Heavier than some competitors
Advanced technology (Co-Pilot, CareTrack)
Low noise & vibration

📌 11. COMPETITORS

Competitor	Model	Class
🇯🇵 Komatsu	PC210LC-11	21-ton
🇯🇵 Hitachi	ZX210LC-7	21-ton
🇯🇵 Kobelco	SK210LC-10	21-ton
🇯🇵 CAT	321 GC / 321	21-ton
🇨🇳 XCMG	XE215DA	21-ton
🇨🇳 SANY	SY215C	21-ton
🇰🇷 Doosan	DX225LC-5	22-ton
🇰🇷 Hyundai	R210LC-9	21-ton

📌 12. PRICE RANGE (Approximate, 2024)

Condition	Price (USD)
New EC210E	$180,000 – $230,000
Used (2018–2022, 3,000–5,000 hrs)	$120,000 – $170,000
Used (2013–2017, 5,000–8,000 hrs)	$80,000 – $120,000

(Prices vary significantly by region, configuration, and condition)

📌 13. SUMMARY

Rating	Score (out of 10)
🔧 Reliability	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9/10)
& Efficiency	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9/10)
💺 Operator Comfort	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (10/10)
💰 Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
🖥️ Technology	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9/10)

🎯 Bottom Line:
The Volvo EC210 is one of the most respected mid-size excavators in the world. It offers the best combination of fuel efficiency, operator comfort, build quality, and resale value in its class. Whether you're doing road construction, excavation, or demolition — the EC210 is a proven, reliable, and smart investment. 🏆

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