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Medium Wheeled Excavators EW160E

  • 16,200 - 18,200 kg Operating weight
  • 115 kW Gross power
  • 0.78 m³ Bucket capacity
Built with our customers for our customers, the new Volvo EW160E is the most advanced multi-tool carrier in the industry. Made in Germany, Volvo’s wheeled excavator boast a 40 year heritage and have continuously developed into highly versatile and high quality machines.
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Operate with control in comfort

Built with our customers for our customers, the new Volvo EW160E is the most advanced multi-tool carrier in the industry. Made in Germany, Volvo’s wheeled excavator boast a 40 year heritage and have continuously developed into highly versatile and high quality machines.

Technical specifications for EW160E

Here are the key specifications for this product model. Want more details? Download the brochure or contact us.
Operating weight 16,200 - 18,200 kg
Gross power 115 kW
...at engine speed 1,900 rpm
Bucket capacity 0.78
Max lifting capacity 6,200 kg
...at reach / height 4.5 / 3 m
Max. digging reach 9,300 mm
Max. digging depth 5,700 mm
Breakout force, ISO (Boost) 126 kN
Max speed 35 km/h
Based on machine configuration: 2 piece boom / 2.6m Arm / Front dozer blade and rear outrigger
Image illustration only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features vary between markets and models.
More specifications and competitor comparison Download the EW160E brochure, with all the details and specifications. (PDF, 7.4MB)

Features & Benefits

Trailer hitch
Trailer hitch For maximum versatility and productivity, take all your tools to the jobsite in one trip.
Trailer hitch

A vision of versatility

Made in Germany, the Volvo EW160E wheeled excavator is an efficient and versatile machine that can make your life easier on the job site as well as increase productivity. Take all your tools with you in one trip and avoid any unnecessary travelling.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: efficient and versatile

Carry all of your tools with you in one easy trip in the Volvo EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators. Volvo's wheeled excavators are designed to optimize machine performance, featuring a variety of work modes and travel speeds as well as optional hydraulics function. Minimize travel time and enhance productivity on site with the trailer hitch for greater versatility and uptime.
Work modes

Work modes

The E-Series Wheeled Excavators feature four work modes combined with three travel speeds. In total 12 different combinations to be chosen to provide optimum performance and improved fuel efficiency.

Breaker/shear (X1) and tilt/rotate (X3) management

Breaker/shear (X1) and tilt/rotate (X3) management

Increase your wheeled excavator versatility with optional hydraulics functions X1 breaker/shear and X3 tilt/rotate. X1 function utilizes the main system hydraulic flow to operate attachments requiring one or two way flow whereas X3 function provides an appropriate two way flow for tilting or rotating attachments.

Drawer type tool box

Drawer type tool box

This newly developed and unique concept has been tested to carry up to 120kg. Due to the smooth sliding action, it’s much easier for the operator to pull out chains using the machine or other equipment manually without having to bend over or strain their body. Because it acts as a slide-out drawer, items are more visible so you can check and adjust your toolbox content much easier. A mechanical stopper has been added to prevent it from sliding out of the machine and the box dividers can be adjusted into five different positions.

Cab
Cab Volvo’s industry-leading cab provides excellent visibility that is crucial for operator comfort, control and safety on your jobsite.
Cab

Operate in style

To ensure comfort and productivity, operating the EW160E has been designed with easy operation in mind. The cab, HMI and luxuries like climate control all contribute to a happier and more comfortable operator for increased uptime.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: operate with ease

Engineered for ease of operation, the Volvo EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators deliver the perfect combination of comfort and productivity. The climate controlled cab and ergonomically designed interface contribute to a happier and more effective work environment. With a reduction in the number of switches used, operating the excavators has never been easier.
HMI

HMI

All machine interfaces – including the joysticks, keypad and LCD monitor – are ergonomically positioned and designed for optimum control and efficiency. For operator convenience and ease of use, the number of switches has been significantly reduced.

ROPS

ROPS

The Volvo cab features Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) safety certification, which provides more operator safety and peace-of-mind when operating in tough environments. It also provides greater ergonomic comfort leading to reduced fatigue and increased productivity.

In cab fluid check

In cab fluid check

As soon as you start up your machine it checks all fluid levels on board, including engine oil and hydraulic fluid. The machine’s electronic display will tell the operator if any fluids need attention, keeping the machine running at its best and free from any unscheduled downtime.

Fuel filler pump

Fuel filler pump

The fuel filler electric pump can deliver 50 liters of fuel per minute for easy and clean filling of the fuel tank from ground level. It is conveniently located next to the fuel tank.

Boom Suspension System
Boom Suspension System The Boom Suspension System improves operator comfort and allows for faster travel over bumpy roads or rough terrain.
Boom Suspension System

Control with confidence

It’s not just being comfortable in the machine that is important – confidence while operating is also a key element in ensuring productivity. The EW160E wheeled excavator is equipped with the latest features to make an operator feel safe and in control of the machine at all times.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: control with confidence

We want you to feel confident when using the Volvo EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators. That's why we've designed the machines with increased controllability and responsiveness in mind. Not only does this give the operator greater confidence, it also maximizes machine control and on site efficiency. Feel safe at all times with the new hydraulic system, allowing maximum utilization of available engine power regardless of the application, ensuring safer controlled movement. Get a bird's eye view of your movements with Smart View, offering a 360o view of real footage happening in real time.
New hydraulic system

New hydraulic system

The improved hydraulic system allows maximum utilization of available engine power regardless of the application, increasing controllability and responsiveness of operations. This results in higher operator efficiency and safer controlled movement.

Volvo Smart View

Volvo Smart View

Three cameras attached to different corners of the machine – the front, side and back – create a bird’s eye view of the machine operating from above. The cameras also provide individual views of the front, side and back of the machine so you can see all angles and ensure safe rotation. This intelligent and industry leading technology offers a 360o view of real footage happening in real time.

Tractive force

Tractive force

Built to last, Volvo’s durable wheeled excavator undercarriage is built for tough work. Travelling on inclines or difficult terrain is easy thanks to increased tractive force.

Flexible configurations
Flexible configurations Depending on your market and application, make the EW160E wheeled excavator perfect for your jobsite with a range of flexible configurations.
Flexible configurations

Flex your features

The EW160E wheeled excavator can be tailored to your precise specifications to suit any jobsite. With a whole range of flexible configurations you can change attachments easily and add on useful features.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: tailored to your needs

Adapt to challenging terrain and varying job requirements quickly and efficiently in Volvo's EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators, tailored to fit your needs. Volvo's robust undercarriage, arm/grapple system and variety of high quality tires deliver the highest standard of durability and flexibility.
Undercarriage – with or without trailer hook

Undercarriage – with or without trailer hook

Volvo’s built to last undercarriage is available with a trailer hook for added convenience. Volvo offers the machine with a hitch so you can pull trailers up to eight tonnes with dry run brakes and 3 tonnes without brakes.

Arm/grapple system

Arm/grapple system

Expand your working scope with a wide range of boom and arm options. The different arm lengths can be chosen according to jobsite requirements and market legislation. The grapple manoeuvre connection allows the exchange of tools. Instead of going to the cylinder, the oil is redirected directly to the attachment which enables the operator to steer the attachment with the right hand joystick.

Tyres

Tyres

Choose from a wide range of high quality tyres to best suit your jobsite, including single and twin tyres. Depending on ground conditions, Volvo offers 12 different configurations of tyres from eight different suppliers.

Engine
Engine Volvo’s wheeled excavators with Stage IV engines are powerful and fuel efficient.
Engine

Fuelling reliable and efficient operations

For maximum efficiency and reliability, the EW160E features Volvo’s most powerful Stage IV engine. The machine has also been designed and rigorously tested to reduce fuel consumption and increase your productivity.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: efficiency you can rely on

Rely on Volvo CE's E-Series wheeled excavators to perform with ultimate efficiency. Designed with the same high quality components as all Volvo machines, the EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators are equipped with robust axles and a strong undercarriage, enabling you to get the job done. Powered by a Stage V/Tier 4 Final engine, the robust machines are rigorously tested to minimize fuel consumption and increase productivity.
ECO mode

ECO mode

For increased fuel efficiency ECO mode turns on automatically, which reduces your fuel consumption while maintaining productivity.

Design and testing

Design and testing

The Volvo EW160E wheeled excavator has been designed and tested to ensure the highest standard of reliability and efficiency. Components, systems and technology work together to increase machine life and productivity.

Robust axles

Robust axles

The robust excavator axles with automatic or operator controlled front axle oscillation are highly durable and made to last for increased wear and component life.

Ground clearance

Ground clearance

The undercarriage protects itself with high ground clearance and is strong enough to endure hard ground and tough surface conditions.

Hydraulic elevated cab
Hydraulic elevated cab The hydraulically elevated Volvo Care Cab lifts the operator by five meters above the ground at eye level for increased visibility.
Hydraulic elevated cab

No downtime to waste

Specifically for waste handling applications, the EW160E can be equipped with excellent features to ensure maximum productivity and durability on site. This tough environment can be counteracted with a EW160E excavator.

Volvo e-series wheeled excavators: efficient and versatile

Carry all of your tools with you in one easy trip in the Volvo EW160E and EW180E wheeled excavators. Volvo's wheeled excavators are designed to optimize machine performance, featuring a variety of work modes and travel speeds as well as optional hydraulics function. Minimize travel time and enhance productivity on site with the trailer hitch for greater versatility and uptime.
Waste handling package

Waste handling package

A combination of three features, including the cyclonic engine precleaner, screened ventilation covers with additional sealing around side doors and reversible cooling fans all make waste handling more comfortable for the operator.

Solid rubber tyres

Solid rubber tyres

The solid rubber tyres are designed to meet the most demanding requirements and are manufactured using the latest construction techniques, to offer the industry’s most durable, versatile and longlasting resilient tire.

Special grab arms

Special grab arms

Special grab arms for attachments (such as sorting grapples) don’t require the use of a bucket cylinder. To operate these attachments, the bucket control function is used to open and close the grapple.

Wide axles – 2.75 m

Wide axles – 2.75 m

For better side stability the EW160E is optionally equipped with 2.75 m axles. The blade will automatically be 2.75 m wide, but the outriggers, however, are the same with wide or standard axles.

Keep your Volvo a Volvo!

Only with Volvo attachments do you get what you wanted when you bought a Volvo in the first place – maximum productivity and uptime. Volvo develops and offers a wide range of attachments which brings you unmatched flexibility and versatility, making it easy for you to develop job opportunities and to get the job done with increased productivity. Displayed attachments may not be available in all markets. Consult your dealer for specific availability.
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