Volvo EC290C Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Volvo ➔
Model: EC290C ➔

Introducing the powerful Volvo EC290C Excavator, a robust machine designed to tackle a wide range of excavation tasks with efficiency and precision. With impressive specs such as a maximum cutting height of 49 ft, digging depth of 48.5 ft, and loading height of 41.3 ft, this excavator offers exceptional reach and performance. Equipped with a turbocharged engine producing 205 hp, advanced hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 132 gpm, and a comfortable cab for operators, the Volvo EC290C is a reliable and versatile choice for any construction project.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	32 ft (10 m)
Max Digging Depth	23 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height	22 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	33 ft (10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	35 ft (11 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	33 ft (10 m)
Max Digging Depth	24 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height	23 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	35 ft (11 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	20 ft (6 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34 ft (10 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	34 ft (10 m)
Max Digging Depth	26 ft (8 m)
Max Loading Height	24 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	37 ft (11 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	22 ft (7 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34 ft (10 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	49 ft (15 m)
Max Digging Depth	49 ft (15 m)
Max Loading Height	41 ft (13 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	61 ft (19 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	44 ft (14 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48 ft (15 m)

Bucket

Reference Bucket Capacity

2 cu yd (2 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	13 ft (4 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	10 ft (3 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	11 ft (3 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged with Intercooler
Displacement	436 cu in (7,145 cu cm)
Engine Model	D7E EAE3
Gross Power	205 hp (153 kw)
Max Torque	712 lbs ft (965 nm)
Net Power	192 hp (143 kw)
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Torque Measured @	1350 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	10 gal (36 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	8 gal (30 l)
Fuel Capacity	124 gal (470 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	132 gpm (500 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	106 gal (400 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	66,390 lbs (30,114 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	3 gal (11 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10.2 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	51,820 lbs (23,505 kg)
Ground Pressure	6.2 psi
Max Travel Speed	3 mph (5 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	2
Number of Shoes per Side	50
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	32 in (81 cm)
Track Gauge	9 ft (3 m)

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