The Volvo BM 616B and 646 were the only excavator-loaders built around a loader chassis. The machines were exceptionally powerful and sturdy machines that could handle much tougher jobs than most conventional machines.
The Volvo BM 616B and 646 gave the choice 2- or 4-wheel drive, differential lock, large wheels and good weight distribution. All of which gave the machines the gave the machines the qualities for efficient operations in general construction and road-works plus all trenching and ditching duties.
Production year 1977-1981
646 | specifications |
Engine | Volvo BM TD 42 |
Engine output (SAE), hp | 86 |
Bucket volume, excav., l | 380 |
Excavation depth, mm | 4 220 |
Reach, mm | 5 860 |
Bucket volume loader, m3 | 1,25 |
Tires front | 14.9-24/14 |
Tires rear | 18.4-34/14 |
No. of driven wheels | 4 |
Operating weight, kg | 9 750 |
Production year | 1977–1981 |