1240 Volvo 1240 Specifications & Technical Data (1978—1979)

The Volvo 1240 is a wheel loader manufactured from 1978 to 1979. It has a weight of 12.4 tons and a transport length of 6.8 meters…

The Volvo 1240 is a wheel loader manufactured from 1978 to 1979. It has a weight of 12.4 tons and a transport length of 6.8 meters. The bucket width is 2.5 meters and the maximum discharge height is 5.12 meters. It has a travel speed of 42 km/h and a transport width of 3.7 meters. The transport height is 3.05 meters and it has a lifting force of 85.3 kN. The turning radius outside is 5.87 meters.

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Technical specs - 1240 Volvo

Specification

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Weight
12.4 t
Standard tyres
20.5-25/16 L3
Bucket width
2.5 m
Steering mode
HL
Transport length
6.8 m
Transport width
3.7 m
Transport height
3.05 m
Travel speed
42 km/h
Max. discharge height
5.12 m
Turning radius outside
5.87 m
Lifting force
85.3 kN
Engine manuf.
Volvo
Engine type
D70B
Engine power
118 kW
Displacement
6.73 l
Revolutions at max torque
2500 rpm
Max. torque
490/1600 Nm
No. of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore x stroke
104.7x130 mm

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Swing loader
No
telescopic
No
Aircondition
No
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Volvo 1240 FAQ

When was the Volvo 1240 wheel loader manufactured?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader was manufactured from 1978 to 1979.

How much does the Volvo 1240 wheel loader weigh?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader weighs 12.4 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader has a transport length of 6.8 meters, a transport width of 3.7 meters, and a transport height of 3.05 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader has a travel speed of 42 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 20.5-25/16 L3.

What are the maneuverability specifications of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader has a rear steering mode and an outside turning radius of 5.87 meters.

What is the lifting force of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader has a lifting force of 85.3 kN.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The Volvo 1240 wheel loader has a maximum discharge height of 5.12 meters.

What is the bucket width of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader?

The bucket width of the Volvo 1240 wheel loader is 2.5 meters.

How much is a Volvo 1240 Wheel loader (1978u20131979) worth?

The residual value of the Volvo 1240 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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