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EQUIPMENT Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) it to expand its European industrial resilience in an increasingly competitive global market.
VOLVO CE TO EXPAND EUROPEAN FOOTPRINT WITH NEW
EXCAVATOR FACTORY
To get full leverage, we also count on a strong and swift execution
on Europe’s and Sweden’s promised agenda on regulatory and
industrial footprint with a new crawler excavator assembly factory
administrative simplification.”
in Eskilstuna, Sweden.
The investment can be seen as part of the OEMs strategy of
a production volume up to 3,500 machines yearly on a mixed line
strengthening its sales of excavators, as well as its commitment The SEK700 million (US$73 million) facility investment will be built for
of both electric and internal combustion engine models, in the
to the European market. medium and large size classes between 14-50 tonne.
Volvo CE says that the 30,000m² Eskilstuna facility will help to meet This investment is a part of the SEK2.5 billion (US$2.6 billion)
growing European customer demand by increasing capacity and investment announced in June 2025 dedicated to excavator
flexibility. manufacturing capabilities in Korea, Sweden and in the US.
It said that it will also enable reduced reliance on long-distance The decision to establish the new crawler excavator plant in
logistics, shorter delivery times, enhancing supply chain resilience Eskilstuna is subject to approvals of relevant environmental
and reducing carbon emissions. and building permits by the regulatory authorities. Groundwork
Melker Jernberg, Head of Volvo CE, said that the factory, “will is estimated to begin during the first half of 2026 with start of
strengthen Europe’s innovation and engineering power and production within two years from project initiation.

VOLVO’S NEXT-GEN L30 COMPACT WHEEL LOADER clearance. To increase traction, Volvo uses a combination
Volvo’s latest compact wheel loader brings updated controls, of an articulating oscillating joint and 100% differential locks
better traction and easier maintenance. on both axles.
Volvo’s next-generation L30 compact wheel loader delivers • Ground-Level Maintenance: Maintenance points are
maneuverability, versatility and comfort for contractors working accessible from the rear, and refueling requires the hood to
in material-handling, landscaping and municipal applications. be opened, ensuring checks are conducted regularly.
The L30 runs on a 74-horsepower Volvo engine, comes with a • Visibility and Safety: A lowered exhaust stack improves rear
1.3-cubic-yard bucket and has a fork payload of 2.4 tons. visibility, while dual-side cab access and anti-slip steel steps
It offers a tip load of approximately 9,000 pounds at full turn, and enhance operator safety.
nearly 10,000 pounds straight.
Key features and upgrades include: Volvo CE L30 Compact Wheel Loader Specs
• Simplified Operation: A 7-inch display with a jog dial • Engine : 74 hp Volvo D3.3H
replaces many of the buttons that were previously found on • Bucket capacity : 1.3 cu. yd.
the machine’s dashboard. • Tipping load : 8,488 lbs.
• Attachment Versatility: Auxiliary hydraulics and an 8-pin • Breakout force : 13,713 lbf
connector allow the loader to be used with a wide range of • Max lift capacity : 12,814 lbf
work tools, including sweepers and milling machines. • Operating weight : 12,125 lbs.
• Traction and Stability: The L30 has 24 inches of ground • Max speed : 19 mph.

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