Used Volvo 140Excavator

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The Volvo EC140 is a mid-size (14-tonne class) crawler excavator manufactured by Volvo Construction Equipment. It is one of the most popular models in Volvo's E-Series lineup, widely used in construction, road building, landscaping, and utility work.

📋 Overview & Generations

Generation	Model	Production Period
1st	EC140	2002–2008
2nd	EC140B	2008–2013
3rd	EC140C	2013–2018
4th	EC140D	2018–2023
5th (Latest)	EC140E	2023–Present

✅ The EC140E is the current latest generation, featuring major upgrades in efficiency, technology, and operator comfort.

⚙️ Key Specifications (EC140E — Latest Model)

Parameter	Specification
Operating Weight	14,100 – 14,700 kg (31,085 – 32,408 lbs)
Engine	Volvo D4.4 Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final
Engine Power	94 kW (126 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Max Torque	488 Nm @ 1,400 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	280 L (74 US gal)
Max Digging Depth	5,940 mm (19.5 ft)
Max Reach (Ground Level)	8,730 mm (28.6 ft)
Max Digging Force	92 kN (20,682 lbf)
Bucket Capacity	0.45 – 0.70 m³ (0.59 – 0.92 yd³)
Max Breakout Force	68 kN (15,287 lbf)
Travel Speed	3.7 / 5.8 km/h (2.3 / 3.6 mph)
Swing Speed	10.3 rpm
Ground Pressure	47 kPa (6.8 psi)

🧠 Smart Technology Features (EC140E)

Technology	Description
🖥️ Volvo Co-Pilot	Touchscreen display with real-time machine data, 3D grade guidance, and job management
📡 CareTrack®	Remote telematics — monitor fuel, location, hours, diagnostics from anywhere
🌱 ECO Mode	Automatically adjusts engine speed to save up to 15% fuel without sacrificing performance
🚜 Smart Dig	GPS-assisted digging system — shows bucket position relative to design grade (reduces rework)
🔧 Volvo Active Control (VAC)	Auxiliary hydraulic circuit for attachments ( hammers, grapples, shears )
🔄 Auto-Idle & Shutdown	Engine auto-stops when idle to save fuel and reduce emissions

🪑 Operator Comfort & Cab

Feature	Detail
Cab Type	ROPS/FOPS certified, pressurized & filtered
Seat	Air-suspended, heated, with armrests — fully adjustable
Climate Control	Dual-zone automatic AC
Noise Level	~68 dB(A) — one of the quietest in its class
Visibility	Large glass area, rear-view camera standard
Controls	Electro-hydraulic joystick controls, fingertip auxiliary controls
Storage	Spacious with USB charging ports, cup holders

🔧 Engine & Hydraulic System

System	Detail
Engine	Volvo D4.4 — 4-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled, common rail
Emission Standard	EU Stage V / US EPA Tier 4 Final (no DEF/AdBlue needed in some markets)
Hydraulic Pump	Variable displacement axial piston pump — Load Sensing (LS)
Hydraulic Flow	2 × 140 L/min (for main & auxiliary circuits)
System Pressure	350 bar (5,076 psi)
Cooling System	Smart cooling — fan speed adjusted by ECU

🛠️ Versatility & Attachments

The EC140 is designed for quick attachment changes using the Volvo quick coupler (mechanical or hydraulic):

Attachment	Application
🪣 Bucket (digging)	General excavation, trenching
🔨 Hydraulic Hammer	Demolition, rock breaking
🪓 Hydraulic Thumb	Grappling, sorting, log handling
' Hydraulic Shear	Metal cutting, demolition
🪚 Hydraulic Grapple	Waste handling, log loading
🔩 Auger	Piling, foundation work
🧹 Tiltrotator	360° rotation for any attachment

📊 Performance Comparison (14-Ton Class)

Model	Power	Weight	Dig Depth	Fuel Efficiency
Volvo EC140E ⭐	126 hp	14.5 t	5.94 m	★★★★★
CAT 314 GC	119 hp	14.2 t	5.88 m	★★★★
Komatsu PC140-11	117 hp	14.1 t	5.90 m	★★★★
Hitachi ZX140LC-7	117 hp	14.3 t	5.91 m	★★★★
Doosan DX140LC-7	117 hp	14.3 t	5.85 m	★★★★

🏆 Volvo EC140E is widely regarded as one of the most fuel-efficient and technologically advanced in its class.

✅ Advantages (Why Choose EC140?)

✅ Strength	Explanation
🌍 Fuel Efficiency	Up to 15% less fuel vs. previous generation
📱 Connected	CareTrack + Co-Pilot = full fleet visibility
🧘 Comfort	Best-in-class noise reduction & cab ergonomics
🔄 Resale Value	Volvo holds strong residual value globally
🛠️ Uptime	Volvo dealer network + diagnostic system = less downtime
🌿 Eco-Friendly	Stage V / Tier 4 Final — low emissions
💰 Low Operating Cost	Long service intervals (500h / 1000h)

🏭 Manufacturing

Detail	Info
Manufacturer	Volvo Construction Equipment
Headquarters	Gothenburg, Sweden 🇸🇪
Main Factory	🇧🇪 Belgium (EC140E assembled in Korea & Belgium)
Global Sales	Available in 150+ countries

💰 Approximate Pricing (2024)

Region	Price Range (USD)
🇺🇸 USA	$130,000 – $160,000
🇪🇺 Europe	€120,000 – €150,000
🇨🇳 China	¥900,000 – ¥1,100,000
🇮🇳 India	₹1.1 – ₹1.4 Crore

(Prices vary by configuration, attachments, and market)

🏁 Summary

	Rating
💪 Power	⭐⭐⭐⭐
& Efficiency	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🧠 Technology	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🪑 Comfort	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Reliability	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💰 Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐

🎯 The Volvo EC140E is an ideal choice for contractors who want a smart, efficient, and comfortable mid-size excavator with cutting-edge technology and low total cost of ownership.

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