Volvo CE unveils new ADTs

Volvo Construction Equipment has lifted the wraps from its latest articulated hauler range.
By MJ Woof January 29, 2025 Read time: 2 mins
Volvo Construction Equipment is confident of strong sales for its brand new articulated hauler range


Volvo Construction Equipment is looking to cement its position in the articulated dump truck (ADT) market with the launch of its new seven model range. High performance coupled with increased driveline efficiency help cut cycle times as well as fuel consumption and the firm is bullish for sales success. “This is the biggest articulated truck launch ever,” said the firm’s president, Melker Jernberg. 

Volvo CE says that these new ADTs offer a range of major gains over the models being replaced. And the new range also includes an all-new size class, the 45tonne capacity A50, which slots into the range between the proven A45 and A60 models. “It’s a brand new size class for us,” Jernberg commented.
The new transmissions help to reduce fuel consumption by up to 15% and coupled with the faster cycle times, this should help lower the cost/tonne for customers according to the firm.

The sophisticated hydraulic suspension is fitted as standard on the larger machines in the range and available as an option on the smaller models. This provides a smoother ride for the operator, as well as reducing wear and tear on the machine.

Safety is always a key feature for Volvo CE and there are several improvements for the new generation trucks. These include a bigger cab entrance for the operator, new hand rails, additional lighting around the machine and better camera systems. This last is a key feature, with a camera that shows forward view if the speed drops below 10km/h. In addition, the smart camera system shows the way ahead on the in-cab display automatically when the truck is climbing a steep slope and also switches automatically to a rear view when the operator starts reversing. Another camera shows the articulation joint so that the operator can see if anyone is in the danger spot.

This new launch follows in the wake of others from the firm, which has upgraded 35% of its range in recent months.

 

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