Volvo EC18 Electric Excavator – Compact, Efficient, and Sustainable

Battery Powered Machinery
  • Operating weight: 1,960 kg
  • Maximum digging depth (short/long arm): 2,500 – 2,700 mm
  • Battery capacity: 20 kWh

 

A proven past, an electric future

Building on the success of the ECR25 Electric and expanding on the proven technology of its diesel counterpart, the EC18 Electric offers customers a new option within the Volvo electric machinery line-up. Easy to operate and transport this is a machine designed for those looking for a cost-efficient electric compact excavator working in 1.8t applications.

Technical specifications for EC18 Electric

Operating weight 1,960 kg
Maximum digging depth (short/long arm) 2,500 – 2,700 mm
Maximum dump height (short/long arm) 2,444 – 2,588 mm
Travel speed, low / high 1.9 / 3.8 km/h
Breakout force 12.9 kN
Tear out force (arm breakout force) (short/long arm) 7.95 – 6.95 kN
Overall width 995 – 1,352 mm
Overall length (short/long arm) 3,550 – 3,431 mm
Battery voltage 48 V
Battery capacity 20 kWh
Indicative runtime (depending on application) Up to 6 hours
On board charging time 230 VAC 16A ~ 6 h
Off board charging time 400 VAC 32A ~ 1 h 15 m

 

Images for illustration purposes only. Production machines may differ in appearance and features; they may vary between markets and models. Specifications may change without prior notice. No warranty is provided until the machine has been purchased.

 

Work anytime, anywhere

Create new commercial opportunities for your business with the EC18 Electric, all while benefiting the environment and communities.

Create a better work environment

Whether working in the machine or on-site, all personnel benefit from the absence of exhaust fumes, industry leading low noise levels and the significant reduction in vibration and heat.

Unrivalled operator experience

Operators will experience world-class levels of comfort in the fully enclosed and heated cab environment, as well as outstanding controllability and ease of operation.

Small but tough

Work in confined spaces with total confidence thanks to the compact machine dimensions and all-around machine protection.

Make the most of every charge

Featuring industry-leading battery technology, the EC18 Electric offers up to 6 hours of runtime and comes with a range of solutions to help manage the charging process more efficiently.

Choice of charging solutions

The EC18 Electric can be recharged in as little as 1 hours 15 minutes. Choose between multiple charging solutions depending on the requirements of your operation.

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