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Volvo Bm LM1640

Series: Volvo BM Wheel Loader

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The Volvo BM Wheel Loader series from Volvo Bm includes the LM1640. The engine delivers 218 hp (150.6 kW), has 6 cylinders. Torque is 772.8 Nm. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 16,500 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,471.7 mm. Ground clearance is 402.3 mm. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,200 rpm. The pump delivers 360.4 l/min. The engine fitted is the D11 R 41. Tyre size: 23,5-25/16. The Volvo BM Wheel Loader series covers 25 models. Rated output within it ranges from 47.7 to 293 hp; the LM1640 sits in the upper part of that range with 218 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the L120B below it with 202.8 hp and the 1641 above it with 243.3 hp. 91 Volvo Bm models across 9 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelD11 R 41correct
Power218 hp (150.6 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Torque772.8correct
Speed at max. torque1,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,471.7correct
Ground clearance402.3correct
Unladen weight16,500 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typehydraulically operated planetary gearboxcorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct
Tyre size23.5-25/16correct

Working data

Pump flow360.4 l/mincorrect

Other data

Height3,200.4correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.1 kW/t (151 kW / 16.5 t)

Stronger than 74% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Volvo Bm LM1640 have?

The Volvo Bm LM1640 delivers 218 hp.

How much does the Volvo Bm LM1640 weigh?

The unladen weight is 16,500 kg.

What engine does the Volvo Bm LM1640 have?

6 cylinders.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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Other models in this series

1240

1254

1641

4200

4200B

4300B

4400

4600

654

854

L120B

L150

Sources: [1]

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