The Volvo EC145 crawler excavator (PHOTO: Volvo)

The ECR145 is a 14-tonne short-swing-radius model designed for tight spaces.

It comes equipped with a Stage V D4 engine that delivers 90 kW of power, and an electro-hydraulic system that optimises fuel consumption and lowers operating costs 鈥渂y regulating engine speed and hydraulic flow rate鈥� according to the task being carried out.

Standout features also include an auto power boost function that automatically set system pressure when more power is needed, and a machine cab that provides 20% more space than comparable predecessor models.

While the the EC145 is also available with a 3.5-tonne counterweight for increased stability and lifting capacity, Volvo鈥檚 new EC210 is said to provide equipment owners with a lower cost ownership, and 10% increased fuel efficiency, as well as longer service interval.

The 20-tonne EC210 features a 115-kW engine and technology that allows machine operators to pre-set limits on the boom鈥檚 depth, height and swing, thereby improving safety. 

The EC210 is designed to offer a lower total cost of ownership. (PHOTO: Volvo)

The EC210 also includes 鈥渁dvanced technology鈥� that the OEM says helps to reduce operator fatigue, delivers shorter cycle times and increases efficiency.

Volvo added: 鈥淏oth models benefit from the Smart View with an optional Obstacle Detection feature with its 360掳 visibility of the machine鈥檚 surroundings. Increased on-site safety is secured through its camera and new radar detection system.鈥�