Volvo Construction Equipment has introduced the new-generation EC230 Electric excavator for North America. This machine from Volvo CE is designed to meet the growing demand for large, powerful equipment with reduced environmental impact.
"These larger battery-electric models mark a significant advancement toward zero-emission solutions that can help businesses and government fleets meet sustainability and productivity goals,” said Dr. Ray Gallant, vice president — Sustainability and Productivity Services, Volvo CE. “The electric excavator and wheel loader offer comparable performance to their diesel counterparts but with zero emissions, reduced noise and lower maintenance costs.”
The 23-ton EC230 Electric is a general-purpose crawler excavator that first launched in early 2023. It has a breakout force of 33,500 lbf., a maximum digging reach of 32 ft., 7 in. and a maximum digging depth of 22 ft., 1 in.
Early users have found that the EC230 Electric excavator reduces emissions. For instance, Skanska used it to load trucks of export material from an underground tunnel as part of a transit line renovation in Los Angeles. The machine reduced hourly carbon emissions by 66% over the 90-day test period. In a 90-day pilot with Sunbelt Rentals, the mid-size electric excavator delivered an 80% carbon reduction rate in comparison to its diesel equivalent.
The updated version of the EC230 Electric excavator offers an improved battery for longer runtime. It also has the updated cab and styling that is part of Volvo’s latest series of excavators.
