Electric Wheel Loader (Video) Volvo CE Unveils 22-Ton L120
Volvo CE has launched the 22-ton L120 Electric Wheel Loader, expanding its midsize electric construction equipment range. Revealed at Volvo Days North America in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, the L120 Electric matches the performance of the diesel L120H but with 30% lower maintenance needs.
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Volvo CE has expanded its lineup of midsize electric construction equipment with the introduction of the 22-ton L120 Electric Wheel Loader. Unveiled at the Volvo Days North America event in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, the L120 Electric offers performance comparable to its diesel counterpart, the L120H, but with 30% lower maintenance requirements. Key benefits include a quieter operating environment, quicker response times, and reduced cycle durations.
The L120 Electric boasts a 6-ton lifting capacity and is equipped with a 5-cubic-yard rehandling bucket, making it ideal for applications in infrastructure, waste and recycling, agriculture, forestry, and port logistics. Its Torque Parallel (TP) linkage maintains parallel movement throughout the lifting range, enhancing stability and bucket-filling efficiency. It also delivers 38,667 pound-feet of breakout force.
Volvo’s electric wheel loader lineup includes the compact L20 Electric and L25 Electric models, with a 16-ton L90 Electric coming soon. The L120 Electric is powered by a 282-kWh lithium-ion battery system featuring separate motors for propulsion and hydraulics, providing 5 to 9 hours of runtime for most light to medium-duty tasks.
Charging options include a 50-kW DC mobile charger, which fully charges the machine in about six hours, and a 150-kW DC fast charger, which charges it in approximately two hours. The loader’s three power modes aid in energy recovery during operation. Its electric drive motors function as generators when decelerating, returning energy to the battery, which extends runtime, reduces brake wear and minimizes axle oil cooling needs. Hydraulic work modes adjust boom speed and tilt based on operator preferences, optimizing electricity usage.
