en.Wedoany.com Reported - Swedish Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) showcased its new 56-ton EC560 excavator at ConExpo 2026 in Las Vegas, USA. This model boasts the largest bucket capacity in its class, equipped with a 6-cubic-yard bucket, making it suitable for heavy infrastructure construction, quarry and aggregate operations, and building construction tasks.

Sejong Ko, Product Manager for Large Excavators at Volvo, stated: "This machine is a direct response to customer demand for a machine that combines the size and power needed for heavy production work with the precise control, fuel efficiency, and comfort offered by the new generation platform."

The EC560 joins Volvo's new generation excavator lineup, which has undergone its most extensive redesign in 20 years. The new model delivers a 3% increase in breakout force, a 10% increase in swing torque, and is equipped with a heavier counterweight. The cab has been redesigned, featuring a new seat and an enhanced ventilation system. The electro-hydraulic system is equipped with an enhanced main control valve, with electronic sensors monitoring operator movements and sending signals to the onboard computer, enabling smooth and precise movement of the boom, bucket, and hydraulic components. The excavator can also automatically adjust engine speed and hydraulic flow based on the work task.

The EC560 is equipped with multiple new technologies controlled via the in-cab Co-Pilot tablet. Volvo Active Control allows the operator to set a grade and automatically control boom and bucket movements with a single button press. The Dig Assist function provides GPS machine control for 2D leveling, trenching, and slope finishing, as well as 3D design, along with onboard weighing capabilities. The Boundary Limit function allows setting parameter limits when working near obstacles, including depth limits, height limits, and swing fences. The Boom/Swing Priority function allows the operator to prioritize a specific function.

In terms of service and maintenance, the EC560 features 1,000-hour change intervals for engine oil, hydraulic oil, and fuel filters. Other improvements include centrally located filters, ground-level DEF filling, an HVAC filter replaceable from inside the cab, and a swing-out condenser. Volvo plans to release more technical specifications before the EC560 officially goes on sale.

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