Used Volvo 380Excavator

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The Volvo EC380E is a large crawler excavator in Volvo Construction Equipment's E-Series lineup. It sits between the EC350E and EC480E, designed for heavy-duty applications such as quarrying, mining, large-scale earthmoving, and demolition.

📋 Key Specifications

Parameter	Details
Model	EC380E / EC380E L (Long Reach)
Operating Weight	~36,500 – 38,000 kg (~80,500 lbs)
Engine	Volvo D11E (Tier 4 Final / Stage V)
Engine Power	~280 – 300 hp (209 – 224 kW)
Max Digging Depth	~7.0 – 7.4 m (23.0 – 24.3 ft)
Max Reach	~10.5 – 11.0 m (34.4 – 36.1 ft)
Bucket Capacity	1.0 – 2.0 m³ (1.3 – 2.6 yd³)
Breakout Force	~220 – 230 kN (49,500 lbf)
Track Width	600 mm (23.6 in)
Fuel Tank	~600 L (158 gal)

Note: The EC380E L (Long Reach) variant has extended boom/arm for greater reach (~13m+) but reduced digging depth.

🔧 Engine & Powertrain

Feature	Detail
Engine	Volvo D11E, 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel
Emission Standard	EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (SCR + DPF)
Transmission	Hydrostatic with auto-shift
Travel Speed	~4.8 km/h (3.0 mph)
Swing Speed	~7.3 rpm
Fuel Efficiency	~18–22 L/hr (varies by application)

🧠 Intelligent Features & Technology

Technology	Description
📡 CareTrack™ Telematics	Real-time machine monitoring, fuel tracking, utilization reports
🤖 Volvo Co-Pilot	Semi-autonomous digging — operator guides, machine executes precise passes
🖥️ Smart Dig	Assist system that automatically adjusts boom/bucket for optimal digging
🛢️ ECO Mode	Reduces engine RPM when full power isn't needed — saves up to 15% fuel
🔄 Auto-Idle	Engine automatically idles when not in use
📐 Boom Sway Control (BSC)	Reduces boom swing for faster, safer cycle times
📱 Volvo Active Control (VAC)	Auto-leveling & grading in cab (with compatible attachments)
🖥️ Touchscreen Monitor	9" color display with navigation, camera feeds, diagnostics

🏗️ Cab & Operator Comfort

Feature	Detail
Cab Type	ROPS/FOPS certified, pressurized
Seat	Air-suspended, heated, with armrests
Climate Control	Dual-zone A/C + heating
Noise Level	~72 dB(A) — one of the quietest in class
Visibility	360° camera system (optional), large glass area
Controls	Joystick with programmable buttons, thumb-wheel for travel speed
Radio/Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB, Volvo Connect app

🔩 Hydraulic System

Spec	Detail
System Pressure	350 bar (5,076 psi)
Flow Rate	~2 × 250 L/min (varies)
Attachment Coupler	Volvo attachment-ready (QR or pin)
Auxiliary Lines	2–4 aux circuits for hammers, shears, grapples
Quick Coupler Ready	Yes (Volvo Q-Coupler)

🛠️ Common Attachments

Attachment	Application
🪣 General Purpose Bucket	Earthmoving, loading
🔨 Hydraulic Breaker (Hammer)	Rock breaking, demolition
' Hydraulic Shear	Demolition, scrap recycling
🪝 Grapple	Material handling, sorting
🔄 Tiltrotator	Versatile attachment rotation
🪤 Orange Peel Grapple	Scrap handling
🪨 Rock Bucket	Quarrying, mining

✅ Advantages

Advantage	Explanation
✅ Fuel Efficiency	ECO mode + Smart Dig = industry-leading fuel savings
✅ Productivity	Co-Pilot + Smart Dig boost cycle times up to 10–15%
✅ Uptime	Volvo's global dealer network + CareTrack predictive maintenance
✅ Operator Comfort	Best-in-class cab with low noise & vibration
✅ Resale Value	Volvo holds strong residual value (~60–65% after 5 yrs)
✅ Safety	ROPS/FOPS, 360° cameras, boom sway control

🆚 Comparison with Competitors

Model	Weight	Power	Dig Depth
Volvo EC380E	~37,500 kg	~280 hp	~7.2 m
CAT 336 GC	~36,500 kg	~272 hp	~7.3 m
Komatsu PC380-11	~37,800 kg	~274 hp	~7.2 m
Hitachi ZX380LC-7	~38,000 kg	~272 hp	~7.3 m
Doosan DX380LC-7	~38,500 kg	~286 hp	~7.4 m

Volvo typically leads in fuel efficiency, tech features (Co-Pilot), and operator comfort.

💰 Approximate Pricing (2024)

Configuration	Price Range (USD)
EC380E Standard	$280,000 – $340,000
EC380E L (Long Reach)	$340,000 – $400,000
With Hammer/Shear Package	$350,000 – $450,000+

Prices vary by region, dealer, and configuration.

📊 Summary

Category	Rating
💪 Power	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🛢️ Fuel Efficiency	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🤖 Technology	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💺 Comfort	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💰 Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Reliability	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Volvo EC380E is one of the most technologically advanced and fuel-efficient large excavators on the market, ideal for contractors who demand productivity, comfort, and low operating costs in demanding environments. 🏗️💪

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