Volvo Articulated Haulers 55 t 639 hp

A60H
Volvo Construction Equipment
Being the first.
Keeping the lead.

Since introducing Gravel Charlie, Today we offer the most comprehensive

the world’s first series manufactured range of articulated haulers in the
articulated hauler, Volvo has consistently industry, with common technology
led the way when it comes to pioneering throughout, ensuring optimum
technology which delivers the ultimate results whatever size class you are
in sustainable productivity and operating. Combine this with a range of
performance. complementary services and solutions
and Volvo Articulated Haulers deliver the
lowest possible cost per tonne.

1966 1967 1979 1993 1995 2000

DR631 “Gravel DR 860 5350 A25C A40 D-series
Charlie” 3-axle Featuring fully automatic The first Product Built with
The world’s machine with transmission, unique articulated range from a focus
first series unique bogie suspension system and hauler with low 20t to 40t on the
manufactured concept class leading cab with emission engine operator
articulated hauler low noise level as standard

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As part of our enduring focus on
environmental care we are committed to
Science Based Targets (SBTi) to achieve
net-zero value chain emissions by 2040,
with significant emission reductions as
early as 2030. From product planning,
manufacturing and supply, through to
end-of-life, our focus continues to be
on minimizing our global footprint and Follow
driving transformation in our industry. our journey

2007 2011 2014 2016 Today

E-series and A40 FS F-series G-series A60H A 25t to 55t
The world’s first full Further improving Wet, cooled The world’s product offering,
suspension articulated ease of operation and brakes on all largest complete with a
hauler environmental care models articulated hauler range of services

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 Keep on
moving
Effective maintenance can have a big influence on your total
cost of ownership. Volvo Articulated Haulers are designed to
be easy to service, helping you to maximize your uptime and
keep maintenance costs to a minimum.

Reduce oil volume by half

When measured over the lifetime of the machine, Volvo Articulated Haulers require less than half the fluid volume compared to
competition, benefitting both the environment and your operating costs.

Easy to service
Servicing your machine is quick and easy thanks to industry
leading service access and essential maintenance points
accessible from the ground. The front grill swings down, Service alerts
opening a service platform with anti-slip steps and the electric Fluid levels are constantly monitored with timely service alerts
hood opens to 90 degrees, allowing full access to the engine displayed on the dashboard, helping you stay on top of your
compartment. maintenance requirements.

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 Reduce your maintenance costs with Volvo
Articulated Haulers.

No daily or
weekly greasing
With Volvo Articulated Haulers greasing is only required every 250 hours – the best in the industry – delivering maximum uptime.

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 Haul
Assist
Gain access to a set of tools designed to help you get
the most out of your Volvo Articulated Hauler and
boost your profitability.

A complete site overview

Proactive tire management Monitor the whereabouts of all your machines, vehicles and
Optimize tire life with the support of the Tire Pressure visitors in real-time with Map, a connected tool which provides
Monitoring System, which allows the operator to monitor tire accurate positioning to help monitor on-site traffic and navigate
pressure and temperature from the comfort of the cab. the site more efficiently.

Support you can count on

As a fully integrated and factory-fitted Volvo system, all the
Go into detail components, hardware and software of Haul Assist are
Reports can be generated automatically on a daily and weekly supported by your Volvo dealer to keep your operation running
basis, or manually at any time, including the geo-tracking of smoothly. What’s more, you will benefit from over-the-air
moved material which is enabled by Map. updates, easy upgrades and remote support.

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 The perfect Assist-ant to help get the most
of your Volvo Articulated Haulers.

Watch our
Haul Assist video

Take control
of your productivity
On-Board Weighing provides real-time payload information which can help to eliminate carry-back and overloading; the result is
peak productivity, reduced fuel consumption and less machine wear.

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 Bigger
and bolder
With 100% off-road performance, proven Volvo technology
and impressive payload, count on the Volvo A60H
Articulated Hauler to boost your profits.

Unbeatable off-road performance

Comfort at speed The ground-breaking A60H is the best articulated hauler on the
The A60H is fitted with active hydraulic front suspension market. With matched drivetrain, automatic drive combinations
– permitting high hauling speeds in tough conditions. This including 100% differential locks, all-terrain bogie and hydro-
optimizes operator comfort and stability during travel. mechanical steering, this machine is unbeatable.

Articulated hauler concept

Go where others can’t. The A60H embodies the full articulated hauler concept and provides total versatility so you can access the
entire jobsite and climb steeper gradients. Work in all seasons, terrains and applications using tailored machine configurations and
tires, optimized for this 60 tonne machine.

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 Volvo Articulated Haulers deliver
the highest profitability.

Move more
for less
Reach your production targets faster and reduce your cost per tonne with the Volvo A60H. The largest articulated hauler on the
market offers up to 40% more productivity along with outstanding fuel efficiency.

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 Control
in comfort
The industry-leading cab appeals to operators and helps
maintain productivity all day, every day.

Total control
Stay in control at all times. The dump support system, dynamic Ease of operation
Volvo engine brake, load and dump brake and hill assist, all help The ergonomic, comfortable and easy-to-understand controls
the operator to control the machine for extra productivity and are designed to suit all operators, combined with automatic
safety. functions for increased ease of operation.

Operator comfort Safety first

Feel comfortable and spend more time in the Volvo Articulated Whether its operators, trainers, technicians or site workers
Haulers. The centrally positioned operator, superior steering, – safety on site is of fundamental importance. In the Volvo
excellent suspension, low noise levels, climate control, space Articulated Haulers superior visibility and efficient lighting
and visibility reduce operator fatigue for more effective combine with features such as the brake test and dump support,
operations. helping to keep everyone working around the machine safe.

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 Volvo Articulated Haulers are the
operator’s number one choice.

Operator’s
choice
A happy operator is a more productive operator and when many other machines are onsite, most operators prefer the Volvo. Even in
the most adverse conditions, its comfortable cab and ease of operation keep operators alert and performing their best.

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 Simply the best
and the biggest

Only from Volvo

•P
 roven Volvo engine and matched driveline: high
performance, high fuel efficiency
•A
 utomatic drive combinations including
100% differential locks, all-terrain bogie and
hydromechanical steering
•A
 ctive hydraulic front suspension for high hauling
speeds in tough conditions
•T
 he largest articulated hauler on the market,
delivering 40% more productivity

The operator’s choice

•E ase of operation: ergonomic and easy-to-understand
controls
• Centrally positioned operator for best-in-class visibility
• Hill assist, dump support system, load and dump brake
•B uilt-in brake test: schedule and perform a stationary
brake test, guided by the machine display

Solutions for you

•E asy machine monitoring: CareTrack,
ActiveCare
• Genuine Volvo Parts
•V olvo Site Simulation: get
recommendations on the best fleet
configuration and site set-up
•O perator Training Program: unlock the full
potential of your machine
•U ptime Services: control your
maintenance costs

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 Service and maintenance
• 250-hour greasing interval
• Half the fluid volume compared to the competition
Haul Assist • Service reminders and fluid level monitoring
• On-Board Weighing: real-time payload monitoring • I ndustry-leading service access and ground-
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System accessible service points
• Map: real-time positioning of on-site traffic
•P roductivity Reports, including the geo-tracking of
moved material
• Over-the-air updates, easy upgrades, remote support

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 Configured
for success
Ensuring your fleet is configured in the correct way can yield huge benefits to your
operation including more productivity, enhanced performance and less costs.

Here are some tips to help tailor your new Volvo Articulated Hauler according to the
application, site conditions and type of transported material, as well as matching to
the appropriate loading unit. For more detailed information, talk to your Volvo dealer!

Body options

Question Answer Solution

Dealing with height restrictions? No Select standard body
Operating in restricted height conditions e.g. silos
or underground Yes Select low profile body
No Go to next question
Hauling abrasive material?
Granite, silicate etc Select wear plates / rock liners for extended
Yes
service life
> 1.5 ton/m³ (gravel, blasted rock) Go to next question
What material density?
1.1 - 1.5 ton/m³ (dry earth, shale) Select side extensions to increase body volume
Gravel is ~1.65 ton/m³
< 1.0 ton/m³ (coal, fly ash etc) Select light material kit to increase body volume
Front spill protection needed? No Go to next question
Getting loaded by large excavator Yes Select front spillguard
No Go to next question
Extra load retention needed? Select tailgate – overhung type – to reduce
Yes, but not hauling boulders
Risk of dropping material e.g. when climbing spillage
steep inclines Select tailgate – underhung type – to reduce
Yes, hauling boulders
spillage
Hauling sticky material? No Go to next question
Risk of carry-back Yes Select body exhaust heating
Exceeding gross machine weight is not permitted.
Payload should be reduced by the weight of the optional equipment.

Tires

Question Answer Solution

E3 tires are optimized
for soft ground, offering
Operating on abrasive No
the best traction and
haulroad? high average speed
Risk of tire cuts or extensive
wear Select E4 tires for the
Yes best cut resistance,
comfort and tread life
Select standard profile
No
tires
Extra flotation needed? Select low profile tires,
Risk of sinkage in soft ground featuring lower ground
Yes pressure for improved
flotation, stability and
comfort

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Optimal pass-matching

EC480 EC530 EC550 EC750 EC950 Volvo L220 L260 L350

Volvo
Wheel
Excavator Number of passes Number of passes
Loader
A60H 11 9 8 7 5 A60H 6 5 4

Excavator overcapacity, 3 buckets or below Loader overcapacity, 2 buckets or below

Well matched, 4-6 buckets (≈ 90 seconds loading time) Well matched, 2-3 buckets (≈ 90 seconds loading time)
Excavator undercapacity, 7 buckets or more Loader undercapacity, 4 buckets or more
Excavator undersized for optimum match Loader undersized for optimum match. Reach might also be an issue

Hauler chassis solutions

With Special Application Solutions and different chassis options
you can tailor Volvo Articulated Haulers to your specific needs.

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Volvo A60H in detail
Engine Brake system
16 liter, 6-cylinder straight turbocharged diesel engine with 4 valves per Fully hydraulic, wet multiple disc brakes with enclosed, forced oil-cooled
cylinder, overhead camshaft and electronically controlled unit injectors. The multiple discs on all wheels. Two circuit brake system. Complies with ISO
engine has wet replaceable cylinder liners and replaceable valve guides 3450 at total machine weight.
and valve seats. Circuit division: One circuit for front axle and one for bogie axles.
Parking brake: Spring-applied disc brake on the propeller shaft, designed
Engine model Volvo D16F
to hold a loaded machine on a grade of up to 18%. When the parking
Max power - SAE J1995 Gross kW 495 brake is applied, the longitudal differential is locked.
hp 673 Retarder: Service brake retarder function and Volvo Engine Brake (VEB).

at engine speed r/min 1 800 Steering System

Flywheel power - ISO 9249, SAE J1349 Net kW 492 Hydro-mechanical articulated steering, self compensating design.
Two double-acting steering cylinders.
hp 669 Steering angle: 3,4 steering wheel turns lock-to-lock, ±45°.
at engine speed r/min 1 800 Steering system, including secondary steering fulfi lls ISO 5010.

Max torque - SAE J1995 Gross Nm 3 200 Chassis

Max torque - ISO 9249, SAE J1349 Net Nm 3 177 Frames: box type, heavy duty. High strength steel, robot welded.
Rotating hitch: 100% maintenance free, fully sealed, with permanently
at engine speed r/min 1 050 greased tapered roller bearings.
Displacement l 16.1 Cab
Electrical System Mounted on rubber pads. Ergonomically designed. Easy entry and exit.
All cables, sockets and pins are identified. Cables are enclosed in plastic Wide angle forward view.
conduits and secured to main frame. Halogen lights. Prewired for options. Operator centerally positioned above the front axle. Adjustable operators
Connectors meet IP67 standard for water-proofing as necessary. seat with retractable seat belt.
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel. Ergonomically positioned controls. Filtered
Voltage V 24 air. Climate control system.
Battery V 2x12 Operator communication system: Contronics.
Large color display, user-friendly and easy-to-understand information, all
Battery capacity Ah 2x225 vital machine functions are constantly monitored.
Alternator kW/A 2.264/80 Instructor seat with seat belt.
Safety: ROPS/FOPS standards approved according to ISO3471, SAE
Starter motor kW 9 J1040 / ISO3449, SAE J231.
Drivetrain Sound level in cab (ISO 6396) - LpA dB 72
Torque converter with built-in lock-up function. External sound level (ISO 6395) - LWA dB 113
Transmission: Fully automatic Allison planetary transmission with 6
forward gears and 2 reverse gears. Internal torsional damper in the torque External sound level with sound kit: 111 dB(A)
converter.
Dropbox: Volvo-developed, in-line design with high ground
clearance and 100% longitudinal ”dog clutch” type differential lock.
Axles: Heavy duty, purpose built Volvo design with fully floating axle
shafts, planetary type hub reductions and 100% dog clutch type diff-lock.
Automatic traction control system (ATC).
Torque converter 1.85:1
Transmission Volvo 6630 ORS
Dropbox Volvo IL3 ATC
Axles Volvo AHW80

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Hydraulic system Load Capacity
Pumps: Five variable displacement piston pumps driven by the flywheel Standard Body
PTO.
Load capacity kg 55 000
One ground-dependent piston pump for secondary steering mounted on
the dropbox. Body, struck m³ 25.8
Two return oil fi lters with magnetic cores provide effective oil filtration. Body, heaped 2:1 m³ 33.6
System max working pressure MPa 28 With overhung tailgate
Dumping System Body, struck m³ 26.5
Patented Load and Dump Brake. Body, heaped 2:1 m³ 35.1
Dumping Cylinders: two single stage double acting cylinders.
Suspension
Tipping angle ° 70
Front suspension: Unique, full hydraulic, with automatic leveling and
Tipping time with load s 13 stabilizer.
Lowering time s 10 Rear suspension: 100% maintenance free. Straddle mounted bogie beam.
Independent wheel movement via a 3-point mounting system.
Body
Hydraulic cylinders (struts), front/rear 2/0
Plate thickness
Accumulators, oil-nitrogen, high pressure, front 2
Front mm 8
Levelling sensors 2
Sides mm 14
Bottom mm 16
Chute mm 16
Material HB400 steel
Yield strength N/mm² 1 000
Tensile strength N/mm² 1 250

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Specifications
REFILL CAPACITIES SPEED
Crankcase l 55 Forward
Fuel tank l 750 1 km/h 7
Cooling system l 75 2 km/h 10
Brake cooling system l 131 3 km/h 13
Transmission l 58 4 km/h 19
Dropbox l 12 5 km/h 26
Axles, front/bogie l 74/147 6 km/h 55
Hydraulic tank l 198 Reverse
1 km/h 5
2 km/h 8

OPERATING WEIGHT UNLOADED TOTAL WEIGHT

Tires 33.25R29 Tires 33.25R29
Front kg 22 350 Front kg 28 700
Rear kg 21 050 Rear kg 69 700
Total kg 43 400 Total kg 98 400
Payload kg 55 000
Operating weight includes all fluids and operator

GROUND PRESSURE
Tires 33.25R29
Unloaded
Front kPa 125
Rear kPa 58
Loaded
Front kPa 159
Rear kPa 193

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 A60H

1m

DIMENSIONS DIMENSIONS
Pos Unit A60H Pos Unit A60H
A mm 12 225 P mm 3 673
A₁ mm 5 872 Q mm 3 370
A₂ mm 6 900 R mm 677
B mm 6 310 R₁ mm 778
C mm 3 852 S mm 3 126
C₁ mm 1 772 T mm 3 734
D mm 3 293 U mm 3 833
D₁ mm 2 986 V mm 3 010
E mm 1 440 W mm 3 884
F mm 5 050 X mm 601
G mm 2 140 X₁ mm 727
H mm 1 743 X₂ mm 845
I mm 541 Y mm 3 010
J mm 3 510 Z mm 3 884
K mm 2 658 a₁ ° 24.9
L mm 1 030 a₂ ° 70
M mm 7 960 a₃ ° 45
N mm 10 014 A60H: Unloaded machine with 33.25R29 tires.
N₁ mm 4 761
O mm 3 989

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Equipment
STANDARD EQUIPMENT STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Engine Comfort
Direct injected, electronically controlled, turbocharged, intercooled ACC control panel
Grouped oil filters Ashtray
Preheater for easier cold starts Cab heater with filtered fresh air and defroster
VEB (exhaust retarder EPG + compression brake) Can holder /storage tray
Tires Cigarette lighter
33.25R29 Instructor seat with seat belt
800/80R29 Overhead console for radio
Drivetrain Sliding window
6x4 and 6x6 automatically engaged drive modes Space for lunch cooler
Dog clutch type 100% diff-locks in all axles Storage box
Full automatic transmission Sun visor
Two-stage dropbox with longitudinal diff-lock Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Torque converter with automatic lock-up Tinted glass
Electrical System Operator information interface
80 A alternator Gauges:
Battery disconnect switch Brake pressure
Extra 24 V socket for lunch cooler Fuel
Lights: Speedometer
Back-up light Tachometer
Brake lights Wet disc brakes cooling oil temperature
Cab lighting Warning lights grouped and easy to read
Direction indicators Central warning (3 levels) for all vital functions
Headlights Central positioned information display
Instrument lighting Automatic pre-start checks
Parking lights Clock
Rear lights Hour meter
Brake system Operational information, easy-to-navigate menu
Hill assist Troubleshooting diagnostics
Load & Dump Brake Exterior
Retarder pedal Front mudguard wideners and rear mudflups
Parking brake on propeller shaft Service and maintenance
Two circuit, fully hydraulic, wet discs on all axles Electrical engine hood and belly plate
Body Drainage hose
Body prepared for exhaust heating and optional equipment Machine Tracking Information System MATRIS
On board weighing (OBW) Service platform integrated in the front grill
Safety Tool box
Anti-slip steps and platforms
Dump body lock
Handrails on steps and platforms
Hazard lights
Horn
Protective grill for cab rear window
Rear-view mirrors
Retractable 3-inch safety belt
ROPS/ FOPS - certified cab
Secondary steering
Steering joint lock
Windshield washers OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Windshield wipers with interval function Engine
Dump support system Air pre-cleaner, cyclone type
Air pre-cleaner, oil-bath type
Air filter, heavy duty, EON
Engine heater, 240 V
Engine heater, diesel (Eberspächer)
Engine auto shutdown
Engine shutdown timer
External emergency engine stop
Fuel filter, extra
High engine idle speed

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Electrical System Body
Headlights, LED Body exhaust heating
Warning beacon, LED Front spillguard, extra
Working lights, LED Side extension, light material
Entrance light Tailgate, overhung, wire-operated
Seat belt indicator, external Wear plates
Anti-theft system (pin code) Safety
Rear view camera Fire suppression system
Reverse alarm Warning triangle
CAN-BUS interface, extra First aid kit and fire extinguisher
Cab Fire extinguisher
Noise reduction kit (fulfils 2000/14/EC) Wheel chocks
Anchorage, operator's manual Service and maintenance
Cab heating/ventilation timer Lube system, standard machine
Cable kit, for cab heater Tool kit
HEPA cab air filter Other
Bluetooth radio kit Siberian kit -40°C
Rear view mirrors, adjustable, el.heated Arctic oil kit
Seat belt XXL, non-retractable CareTrack
Sun blinds, side windows Fast fuelling system
Universal key Jump start connector, NATO -type
Air suspended, heated, fully adjustable seat Haul Assist - Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Armrest for operator seat Hauler chassi (without body)
Headrest for operator seat
Air blow gun

SELECTION OF VOLVO OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Fire suppression system Fast fuelling Auto lube

Wheel chocks Hauler chassis LED lighting

Not all products are available in 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.

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 Solutions
for you
Our industry leading machines are just the start of your relationship with Volvo. As your partner,
we have developed an extensive range of additional solutions to help you improve uptime, boost
productivity and reduce costs.

Our portfolio of products and services is designed to complement your machine’s

performance and boost your profitability. Simply put, we offer some of the best guarantees,
warranties and technological solutions in the industry today. Below are just some examples.
Talk to your dealer to find out and discuss the right fit for you!

Get the most from your machine Connected to Uptime

While reliable and efficient machines of course play a vital role in Maximize machine uptime and reduce repair costs with the
reducing costs, enhancing safety and maximizing productivity, CareTrack telematic system. Choose to keep track of your
it is ultimately the performance of the operator that really makes machine yourself or let us take care of it with ActiveCare. Our
the difference. We offer a range of training initiatives to help Volvo Uptime Center will provide 24/7 machine monitoring,
operators unlock the full capability of their Volvo Articulated supplying weekly reports and notifying you should preventive
Hauler. maintenance action be required.

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Control your maintenance costs Optimize site efficiency Genuine Volvo Parts
Stay on track with planned servicing Using Volvo Site Simulation, we can Maintain productivity and machine
and keep your asset covered with our help you make on-site logistics more uptime with our range of readily
range of flexible maintenance and repair efficient and lower your cost per tonne. available, tested and approved parts – all
agreements. Get recommendations on the best fleet backed by Volvo warranty. Only by using
configuration and site set-up to maximize Genuine Volvo Parts, can you protect
profitability. your investment, extend machine life and
guarantee long-lasting performance.

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