646 Volvo 646 Specifications & Technical Data (1977—1981)

The Volvo 646 Backhoe Loader, manufactured from 1977 to 1981, is a construction machine with a weight of 9.75 tons. It has a trans…

The Volvo 646 Backhoe Loader, manufactured from 1977 to 1981, is a construction machine with a weight of 9.75 tons. It has a transport length of 8.06 meters and a bucket capacity of 0.38 cubic meters. With a tear-out force of 49.03 kilonewtons, it can handle tough tasks. The backhoe loader has a dredging depth of 4.4 meters and a maximum reach horizontal of 5.85 meters. It can travel at a speed of 30 kilometers per hour and has a transport height of 2.86 meters.

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Technical specs - 646 Volvo

Specification

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Weight
9.75 t
Standard tyres
F:14.9-24/14. R:18.4-34/14
Bucket capacity
0.38 m³
Drive
A
Transport length
8.06 m
Transport height
2.86 m
Tear-out force
49.03 kN
Max. Reach horizontal
5.85 m
Dredging depth
4.4 m
Travel speed
30 km/h
Engine manuf.
Volvo
Engine type
BM TD42
Engine power
63 kW
Displacement
4.2 l
Revolutions at max torque
2300 rpm
Max. torque
299 Nm
No. of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore x stroke
105.57x120 mm

More technical details, like: bucket width, bucket capacity backhoe, transport width, tear-out force backhoe, max. discharge height, model series, dimension lxwxh, emission level are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model incl. ROPS cabin, standard shovel, rear with backhoe and standard bucket

Special equipment

Outrigger stabilisers
No
Clamshell
No
Forklift utility
No
Grabber
No
Diesel particulate filter
No
Aircondition
No

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Volvo 646 FAQ

When was the Volvo 646 backhoe loader manufactured?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader was manufactured from 1977 to 1981.

How much does the Volvo 646 backhoe loader weigh?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader weighs 9.75 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader has a transport length of 8.06 meters and a transport height of 2.86 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader has a travel speed of 30 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader has an all-wheel drive and standard tyres sized Front: 14.9-24/14 and Rear: 18.4-34/14.

What are the excavation performance specifications of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader has a dredging depth of 4.4 meters and a maximum horizontal reach of 5.85 meters.

What is the tear-out force of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The Volvo 646 backhoe loader has a tear-out force of 49.03 kN.

What is the bucket capacity of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader?

The bucket capacity of the Volvo 646 backhoe loader is 0.38 cubic meters.

How much is a Volvo 646 Backhoe loader (1977u20131981) worth?

The residual value of the Volvo 646 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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