VOLVO EXCAVATOR

EC460 LONG CRAWLER

Engine power, gross: 2 variable displacement axial Strong digging equipment,

239 kW (321 hp) piston pumps. Independent and produced by robotic welding
Operating weight: simultaneous movements of the High lifting, breakout and
44.3 ~ 46.0 t digging equipment are tearout forces for tough digging
Buckets (SAE): controlled by the Automatic conditions
1900 ~ 2300 l sensing work mode. Long undercarriage for good
Low-emission, turbocharged Cab stability
Cummins diesel engine with _ Ergonomic environment Auxiliary hydraulic valve as
direct injection _ Low sound level standard
Integrated mode selection _ Filtered air Prepared for a number of
system and electronically _ Hydraulic dampening mounts optional items
controlled system (ACS)
 ENGINE SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES
The engine is a low-emission, turbocharged, 4-stroke diesel Fuel tank .................................................................... 665 l
engine with water cooling, direct injection and aftercooler, Hydraulic system, total ............................................ 540 l
especially developed for excavator use. Hydraulic tank ............................................................ 285 l
The machine can work at any job site, contributing to good Engine oil .................................................................... 34 l
fuel economy, low sound level, less wear and a longer life. Engine coolant .......................................................... 49 l
Swing reduction units .............................................. 2 X 6.0 l
Air filter: 3-stage, includes pre-cleaner
Travel reduction units .............................................. 2 X 5.0 l
Automatic idling system: Reduces the engine speed to an
idling speed when levers and pedals are not activated.

Maker ............................................ CUMMINS

Model ............................................ M11-C
Power output at .......................... 33 r/s (2000 rpm)
Net (ISO 9249/DIN 6271) ...... 221 kW (300 ps / 296 hp)
Gross (SAE J1349) .................... 239 kW (325 ps / 321 hp) UNDERCARRIAGE
Max. torque .................................. 1177 N.m (120 kg.m)
at 1500 rpm The undercarriage has an X-shaped frame.
No. of cylinders............................ 6 The greased and sealed track chain is standard.
Displacement .............................. 10.8 l
Bore .............................................. 125 mm
No. of track pads ...................................................... 2 X 52
Stroke ............................................ 147 mm
Link pitch .................................................................... 216 mm
Shoe width, triple grouser ...................................... 600/700/750
800/900 mm
Shoe width, double grouser .................................. 600 mm
No. of lower track rollers ........................................ 2 X 10
No. of upper rollers .................................................. 2 X 2

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Well-protected electrical system with high capacity.
Double lock harness plugs are waterproof to ensure
secure connections and prevent corrosion.
The relays and solenoid valves are shielded to prevent
accidental damage or terminal contact.
DRIVE
The master switch, for disconnecting the battery, is standard.
Each track is powered by an automatic two-speed travel
ACS system, providing integrated mode selection functions motor.
and self-diagnostic mode, is standard. The track brakes are multi-disc, spring-applied and
hydraulically released.
Voltage ............................................................ 24 V The travel motors, brake and planetary gears are well-
Batteries .......................................................... 2 X 12 V protected in the track frame.
Battery capacity ............................................ 200 Ah
Alternator ........................................................ 24 V / 50 A Max. tractive effort .................................................... 320.7 kN
(32700 kg)
Max. travel speed (1st/2nd).................................... 2.8/4.3 km/h
Gradeability ................................................................ 35 (70 %)

SWING SYSTEM
The superstructure is swung by the means of two axial piston
motors and planetary reduction units. Automatic swing
holding brakes and anti-rebound valves are standard.

Max. swing speed .................................. 8.0 rpm

 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CAB
The hydraulic system, named Automatic Sensing Work Easily accessible cab with a wide door and lined with sound-
Mode, is designed for high productivity, high digging absorbing material.
capacity, high maneuvering precision and good fuel The cab, which is supported by hydraulic dampening mounts to
economy. reduce shock and vibration, has all-around visibility.
The summation system, boom priority, arm priority, swing The front windshield can slide up into the ceiling and the lower
priority, and regeneration system of the arm flow are provided front glass can be removed.
for the best operation. Integrated air-conditioning and heating system:
The pressurized and filtered cab air is supplied by a 4-speed fan.
The following important functions are included in the
The air is distributed via 8 vents.
system ;
Summation system: providing full use of the pump oil flow. Ergonomic operators seat: The adjustable seat and control
Boom priority: gives priority to the boom operation for fast consoles move independently to accommodate the operator well.
raising when loading or deep excavating. The seat has eight different adjustments and a seat belt to meet
any operators requirement.
Arm priority: gives priority to the arm operation for faster cycle
times in leveling and for increased bucket filling when digging.
Sound level: Approved according to the Directive 86/662/EEC.
Swing priority: supplies priority to the swing operation for faster Exterior noise (ISO 6395)
swing during simultaneous operations. mean value of LWA (sound power level) 106 dB(A)
Regeneration system: enhances the cylinder life cycle to Operators position (ISO 6396)
prevent cavitation and provides priority to other movements with the door closed
during simultaneous operations. mean value of LPA (sound pressure level) 75 dB(A)

Power boost: All digging and lifting forces are increased.

Holding valves: Boom and arm holding valves are standard.
Power Max: All function speeds are increased.

Pumps
Main pump:
Type .............. 2 X variable displacement axial piston pumps GROUND PRESSURE
Maximum flow .................................................... 2 X 330 l/min
Pilot pump: Machine with 7.0 m boom, 3.35 m arm, 2060 l (1730 kg)
Type ............................................................................ Gear pump bucket and 9300 kg counterweight.
Maximum flow ................................................................ 30 l/min
Descrip- Shoe Operating Ground Overall
Hydraulic motors tion width weight pressure width
Travel ............ 2 X variable displacement axial piston motors
Swing ........................................ 2 X fixed displacement piston 77.5 kPa
600 mm 44500 kg (0.79 kg/cm2) 3470 mm
motors with mechanical brakes
66.7 kPa
Relief valve setting 700 mm 45000 kg (0.68 kg/cm2) 3570 mm
Attachment ...................... 31.4/34.3 MPa (320/350 kg/cm2)
Travel circuit ...................................... 31.4 MPa (320 kg/cm2) Triple 62.8 kPa
grouser 750 mm 45240 kg (0.64 kg/cm2) 3620 mm
Swing circuit ...................................... 24.5 MPa (250 kg/cm2)
Pilot circuit .............................................. 3.9 MPa (40 kg/cm2) 800 mm 45500 kg
58.8 kPa
3670 mm
(0.60 kg/cm2)
Hydraulic cylinders
Monobloc boom ........................................................................ 2 53.0 kPa
900 mm 46020 kg (0.54 kg/cm2) 3770 mm
bore X stroke ................................ 165 mm X 1590 mm
Arm ................................................................................................ 1 Double
600 mm 44250 kg
76.5 kPa
3470 mm
bore X stroke ................................ 190 mm X 1880 mm grouser (0.78 kg/cm2)
Bucket .......................................................................................... 1
bore X stroke ................................ 165 mm X 1335 mm
 BUCKET & ARM COMBINATION

Volvo GP bucket (curved side) and 9300 kg counterweight.

Bucket Direct fit - GP bucket Quick fit - GP bucket

Bucket capacity (SAE / CECE) 1900 / 1690 l 2100 / 1860 l 2300 / 2030 l 1900 / 1690 l 2100 / 1860 l
Cutting width 1550 mm 1700 mm 1800 mm 1550 mm 1700 mm
Weight 1720 kg 1810 kg 1900 kg 1700 kg 1790 kg
No. of teeth 5 5 5 5 5
Boom 6.3 m + Arm 2.55 m
2.55 m
Boom 7.0 m +
3.35 m
Arm options
3.9 m
4.8 m
: Applicable for material density up to 2.0 t/m3 : Applicable for material density up to 1.5 t/m3
: Applicable for material density up to 1.8 t/m3 : Applicable for material density up to 1.2 t/m3

Max. permitted sizes for direct fit buckets:

Counterweight 9300 kg
6.3 m Boom 7.0 m Boom
Description unit
2.55 m Arm 2.55 m Arm 3.35 m Arm 3.9 m Arm 4.8 m Arm
GP bucket 1.5 t/m3 l 3850 3375 3075 2825 2475
GP bucket 1.8 t/m3 l 3350 2950 2675 2475 2175
RB bucket 1.8 t/m3 l 3100 2725 2475 2275 2000
3
RB bucket 2.0 t/m l 2875 2525 2300 2125 1850
Note: 1. Bucket size based on SAE-J296, heaped material with a 1:1 angle of repose.
2. Max. permitted sizes are for reference only and are not necessarily available from the factory.

Max. permitted sizes for quick fit buckets:

Counterweight 9300 kg
6.3 m Boom 7.0 m Boom
Description unit
2.55 m Arm 2.55 m Arm 3.35 m Arm 3.9 m Arm 4.8 m Arm
3
GP bucket 1.5 t/m l 3700 3250 2925 2700 2350
3
GP bucket 1.8 t/m l 3250 2825 2575 2350 2050
3
RB bucket 1.8 t/m l 3000 2625 2375 2175 1900
3
RB bucket 2.0 t/m l 2775 2425 2200 2025 1750
Note: 1. Bucket size based on SAE-J296, heaped material with a 1:1 angle of repose.
2. Max. permitted sizes are for reference only and are not necessarily available from the factory.
 DIMENSIONS

L A

M
E C

F
K

G J
I
H B

6.3 m Boom 7.0 m Boom

Description unit
2.55 m Arm 2.55 m Arm 3.35 m Arm 3.9 m Arm 4.8 m Arm

A. Overall width of upper structure mm 2990 2990 2990 2990 2990

B. Overall width mm 3470 3470 3470 3470 3470
C. Overall height of cab mm 3230 3230 3230 3230 3230
D. Tail swing radius mm 3730 3730 3730 3730 3730
E. Overall height of engine hood mm 2850 2850 2850 2850 2850
F. Counterweight clearance* mm 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250
G. Tumbler length mm 4370 4370 4370 4370 4370
H. Track length mm 5370 5370 5370 5370 5370
I. Track gauge mm 2870 2870 2870 2870 2870
J. Shoe width mm 600 600 600 600 600
K. Min. ground clearance* mm 525 525 525 525 525
L. Overall length mm 11390 12090 12040 12090 11870
M. Overall height of boom mm 4120 3980 3650 3860 4790
* Without shoe grouser

Boom Description 6.3 m 7.0 m

Length 6550 mm 7240 mm
Height
Height 2000 mm 1840 mm
Width 960 mm 960 mm
Weight * 3870 kg 3925 kg
Length * Includes cylinder, piping and pin

Arm

Description 2.55 m 3.35 m 3.9 m 4.8 m

Height Length 3620 mm 4555 mm 5115 mm 6080 mm

Height 1235 mm 1140 mm 1230 mm 1230 mm
Length Width 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm
Weight * 2110 kg 2365 kg 2505 kg 2905 kg
* Includes cylinder, linkage and pins
 WORKING RANGES

A
B
H

C D E

Machine with direct fit bucket

6.3 m Boom 7.0 m Boom
Description unit
2.55 m Arm 2.55 m Arm 3.35 m Arm 3.9 m Arm 4.8 m Arm
A. Max. digging reach mm 10810 11520 12100 12630 13370
B. Max. digging reach on ground mm 10570 11290 11890 12420 13180
C. Max. digging depth mm 6320 6940 7740 8290 9190

D. Max. digging depth (8' level) mm 6140 6770 7590 8160 9080
E. Max. vertical wall digging depth mm 5130 5870 6920 7430 7920
F. Max. cutting height mm 11130 11570 11220 11480 11490
G. Max. dumping height mm 7500 7940 7790 8050 8140
H. Min. front swing radius mm 4450 5020 5050 4980 5090

Digging forces with direct fit bucket:

Description unit 2.55 m Arm 2.55 m Arm 3.35 m Arm 3.9 m Arm 4.8 m Arm
Bucket tip radius mm 1850 1850 1850 1850 1850
Breakout force-bucket SAE kN 218.8 / 239.3 218.8 / 239.3 218.8 / 239.3 218.8 / 239.3 218.8 / 239.3
(Normal / Power boost) (kg) (22310 / 24400) (22310 / 24400) (22310 / 24400) (22310 / 24400) (22310 / 24400)

Breakout force-bucket ISO kN 250.8 / 274.4 250.8 / 274.4 250.8 / 274.4 250.8 / 274.4 250.8 / 274.4
(Normal / Power boost) (kg) (25580 / 27980) (25580 / 27980) (25580 / 27980) (25580 / 27980) (25580 / 27980)

Tearout force-arm SAE kN 227.4 / 248.7 227.4 / 248.7 188.5 / 206.1 170.2 / 186.2 155.6 / 170.2
(Normal / Power boost) (kg) (23190 / 25360) (23190 / 25360) (19220 / 21020) (17360 / 18990) (15870 / 17360)

Tearout force-arm ISO kN 236.4 / 258.6 236.4 / 258.6 195.0 / 212.6 174.7 / 191.1 159.1 / 174.0
(Normal / Power boost) (kg) (24110 / 26370) (24110 / 26370) (19820 / 21680) (17820 / 19490) (16220 / 17740)
Rotation angle, bucket 183 183 183 183 183
 LIFTING CAPACITY (At the arm end without bucket)
Note: For lifting capacity including bucket, simply subtract actual weight of the direct fit bucket or the bucket with quick fit from the following values.

EC460 (Shoe 600 mm, Counterweight 9300 kg)

Across Lifting
under- hook 4.5 m 6m 7.5 m 9m Max.reach
carriage related
to
Along ground Max.
under- level
carriage kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

7.5 m 10590 *10980 9230 *11330 8094

6m *12670 *12670 10420 *11340 7850 *11150 8902

4.5 m 13990 *14680 10090 *12280 7660 *11150 7110 10730 9401

Boom 3m 13300 *16790 9740 *13390 7500 11360 6750 10220 9639
7.0 m
+ 1.5 m 12820 *18280 9440 *14310 7350 11200 6680 10140 9638
Arm
2.55 m 0m 12610 *18830 9270 14440 7270 11110 6890 10490 9395

-1.5 m *19220 *19220 12590 *18480 9240 14400 7450 11380 8892

-3 m 19790 *21830 12730 *17130 9380 *13330 8610 *11470 8078

-4.5 m *18080 *18080 13120 *13960 *10740 *10740 6842

-6 m

7.5 m *9620 *9620 *7900 *7900 8786

6m *10210 *10210 7870 *9780 7110 *7680 9534

4.5 m *17270 *17270 *13230 *13230 10190 *11270 7700 *10230 6480 *7680 10001

3m 20430 *21980 13470 *15500 9780 *12510 7490 *10880 6150 *7880 10226
Boom
7.0 m 1.5 m *14160 *14160 12860 *17350 9420 *13640 7280 11140 6050 *8310 10224
+
Arm 0m *17430 *17430 12500 *18400 9170 14350 7140 10990 6190 *9030 9996
3.35 m
-1.5 m 19130 *24830 12370 *18560 9060 14230 7090 10940 6600 10130 9525

-3 m 19310 *23300 12430 *17810 9100 *14020 7440 *11280 8772

-4.5 m 19690 *20450 12680 *15790 9370 *11850 9140 *11380 7651

-6 m

Notes : 1. Machine in Fine Mode-F (Power Boost), for lifting capacities

2. The above loads are in compliance with SAE and ISO Hydraulic Excavator Lifting Capacity Standards.
3. Rated loads do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping load.
4. Rated loads marked with an asterisk (*) are limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load.
 LIFTING CAPACITY (At the arm end without bucket)
Note: For lifting capacity including bucket, simply subtract actual weight of the direct fit bucket or the bucket with quick fit from the following values.

EC460 (Shoe 600 mm, Counterweight 9300 kg)

Across Lifting
under- hook 4.5 m 6m 7.5 m 9m Max.reach
carriage related
to
Along ground Max.
under- level
carriage kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

7.5 m 8030 *8910 *6550 *6550 9395

6m *9430 *9430 7940 *9070 *6360 *6360 10098

4.5 m *12180 *12180 10290 *10540 7740 *9630 5950 *6370 10539

Boom 3m *20140 *20140 13640 *14540 9840 *11860 7500 *10370 5660 *6520 10752
7.0 m
+ 1.5 m *18730 *18730 12940 *16610 9440 *13110 7260 *11110 5570 *6850 10750
Arm
3.9 m 0m *18770 *18770 12480 *17960 9140 *14040 7080 10930 5680 *7380 10534

-1.5 m 18940 *23820 12280 *18460 8970 14140 6990 10830 6010 *8240 10089

-3 m 19050 *24020 12270 *18080 8960 14120 7020 10870 6680 *9680 9381

-4.5 m 19360 *21720 12440 *16600 9110 *12880 7960 *10810 8345

-6 m *17460 *17460 12890 *13120 *10620 *10620 6826

7.5 m *7540 *7540 *6180 *6180 10242

6m *7890 *7890 5710 *6070 10890

4.5 m *9210 *9210 7790 *8560 5260 *6120 11300

3m *16970 *16970 *12750 *12750 9920 *10630 7490 *9400 5000 *6300 11498
Boom
7.0 m 1.5 m 20010 *21240 13050 *15120 9440 *12050 7200 *10280 4910 *6620 11497
+
Arm 0m 19020 *22670 12430 *16910 9040 *13220 6960 10820 4970 *7140 11295
4.8 m
-1.5 m 18610 *24350 12070 *17910 8790 13960 6790 10640 5200 *7940 10881

-3 m 18550 *24510 11940 *18080 8680 13840 6740 10580 5680 8850 10230

-4.5 m 18730 *23070 12010 *17320 8730 *13560 6830 10680 6570 *10090 9290

-6 m 19170 *20120 12290 *15230 8990 *11550 8330 *10400 7958

Notes : 1. Machine in Fine Mode-F (Power Boost), for lifting capacities

2. The above loads are in compliance with SAE and ISO Hydraulic Excavator Lifting Capacity Standards.
3. Rated loads do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping load.
4. Rated loads marked with an asterisk (*) are limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load.
 LIFTING CAPACITY (At the arm end without bucket)
Note: For lifting capacity including bucket, simply subtract actual weight of the direct fit bucket or the bucket with quick fit from the following values.

EC460 (Shoe 600 mm, Counterweight 9300 kg)

Across Lifting
under- hook 4.5 m 6m 7.5 m 9m Max.reach
carriage related
to
Along ground Max.
under- level
carriage kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

7.5 m 9720 *10640 7234

6m *11850 *11850 9260 *10870 7810 *9730 8130

4.5 m *17950 *17950 13310 *13620 9100 *11560 6860 *9400 8674

Boom 3m 12670 *15630 8830 *12540 6430 *9470 8932

6.3 m
+ 1.5 m 12150 *17180 8570 *13390 6370 *9870 8930
Arm
2.55 m 0m 18680 *18880 11880 *17820 8410 13630 6670 *10640 8668

-1.5 m 18790 *23260 11840 *17360 8400 *13180 7480 *11240 8119

-3 m 19150 *20530 12030 *15380 9180 *10900 7217

-4.5 m

-6 m

Notes : 1. Machine in Fine Mode-F (Power Boost), for lifting capacities

2. The above loads are in compliance with SAE and ISO Hydraulic Excavator Lifting Capacity Standards.
3. Rated loads do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping load.
4. Rated loads marked with an asterisk (*) are limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load.
 STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Engine One-touch power boost Boom and arm holding valves Cab, all-weather sound
Low-emission engine with air Automatic engine warm-up Multi-stage filtering system suppressed, includes :
heater, complying with EPA Safety stop/start function Cylinder cushions - Ashtray
(Environment Protection Adjustable monitor Cylinder contamination seals - Cigar lighter
Agency, USA) emission Master disconnect switch Straight travel circuit - Door locks
standards Engine restart prevention circuit Automatic two-speed travel - Floor mat
2-stage air filter with indicator Powerful halogen lights : motors - Horn
Air pre-cleaner - Frame mounted 2 Hydraulic oil, ISO VG 46 - Large storage area
Electric engine shut-off - Boom mounted 4 - Pull-up type front window
Fuel filter and water separator Batteries, 2 X 12V/200Ah Superstructure - Removable lower windshield
Start motor, 24V/7.8kW Access way with handrail - Seat belt
Electronic control system Counterweight, 9300 kg - Safety glass
Advanced control system (ACS) Hydraulic system Tool storage area - Windshield wiper with
Integrated mode selection system Automatic sensing work mode Punched metal anti-slip plates intermittent feature
Self-diagnostic system - Summation system Master ignition key
Machine status indication - Boom priority Cab and interior
Engine speed sensing power - Arm priority Hydraulic dampening cab mounts Undercarriage
control - Swing priority Adjustable operator seat and Hydraulic track adjusters
Power Max mode system Arm flow regeneration control console Greased and sealed track chain
Automatic idling system Swing anti-rebound valve Flexible antenna Track guards
Hydraulic safety lock lever

ALTERNATIVE EQUIPMENT
Engine Hydraulic system Cab and interior Track shoes
Alternator, 50A / 70A Pilot-operated wrist control Leather seat _ 600/700/750/800/900 mm
Fuel filler pump: 35 lpm / 50 lpm / joysticks Fabric seat track shoes with triple grousers
50 lpm, with automatic shut-off - Semi-long joysticks Fabric seat, with heater _ 600 mm track shoes with
- Joysticks, with 3 switches ea. Fabric seat, with heater and double grousers
- Joysticks, with 5 switches ea. air suspension
Digging equipment
Boom: 6.3 m monobloc
7.0 m monobloc
Arm: 2.55 / 3.35 / 3.9 / 4.8 m

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (Standard in certain markets)

Engine Hydraulic system Superstructure Anti-vandalism kit

Block and oil pan heater: Hose rupture protection valve: Undercover (heavy duty) Sliding rear window
120V, 240V boom, arm Service walk Specific key
Fuel warmer Hydraulic piping Removable counterweight
Tropical kit - Hammer & shear: Undercarriage
1 pump flow Cab and interior Full track guards
Electronic control system 2 pump flow Air-conditioner Undercover (heavy duty)
Pump flow control for hammer & Additional return filter Heater
shear Falling object guard (FOG) Service
Extra piping for slope & rotator Hand lamp
Work lights (4): - Slope & rotator Cab mounted falling object
- Cab-mounted 3 (front 2, protective structures (FOPS) Spare parts
- Grapple Tool kit
rear 1) - Oil leak line Rain shield, front
- Counterweight-mounted 1 Volvo hydraulic quick-fit, S3 size Sun shield, front
Overload warning device Hydraulic oil, ISO VG 32 Clear tinted roof hatch
Rotating warning beacon Hydraulic oil, ISO VG 68 Stereo cassette radio (AM/FM)
Travel alarm Safety mesh for front window

All products are not available on all markets. Under our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change specifications
and design without prior notice. The illustrations do not necessarily show the standard version of the machine.

Ref. No. 21 2 435 1621 English, global

Volvo Construction Printed in Korea 2000.09-1 KOR
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Equipment Group