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Volvo BL70

Series: Volvo Loader Backhoe

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The BL70 from Volvo is part of the Volvo Loader Backhoe series. The engine delivers 67.1 kW, has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,998.4 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The wheelbase measures 2,185.4 mm. Ground clearance is 317 mm. The tank holds 120 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The pump delivers 159 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 135.1 litres. Working pressure is 249.9 bar. The cooling system holds 18.9 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the D4D. The Volvo Loader Backhoe series covers 5 models. Rated output within it ranges from 59.7 to 70 kW; the BL70 sits in the upper part of that range with 67.1 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the BL60 below it with 61.9 kW and the BL71 above it with 70 kW. 5366 Volvo models across 29 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 18 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelD4Dcorrect
Power67.1 kWcorrect
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement3,998.4 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity18.9 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,185.4correct
Ground clearance317correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typepowershuttle with full synchromesh gearbox gearcorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow159 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity135.1 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure249.9correct
Fuel tank capacity120 lcorrect

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Volvo BL70 have?

The Volvo BL70 delivers 67.1 kW.

What engine does the Volvo BL70 have?

4 cylinders, 3,998 cm³ displacement.

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