First U.S.-built Volvo CE excavators and large wheel loaders roll off assembly line

Volvo Construction Equipment continues to expand its U.S. footprint — currently, more than 50 percent of its North American machines are being produced at its Shippensburg, Pennsylvania facility. Less than a year after announcing its plans to localize machine assembly, Volvo CE is delivering its first U.S.-built excavators and large wheel loaders. A total of 11 additional models will be produced in Pennsylvania, shortening lead times by more than six weeks.  American manufacturing creates shorter lead times to customers 

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Aug 19, 2026 - 18:05
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First U.S.-built Volvo CE excavators and large wheel loaders roll off assembly line
Volvo Construction Equipment continues to expand its U.S. footprint — currently, more than 50 percent of its North American machines are being produced at its Shippensburg, Pennsylvania facility. Less than a year after announcing its plans to localize machine assembly, Volvo CE is delivering its first U.S.-built excavators and large wheel loaders. A total of 11 additional models will be produced in Pennsylvania, shortening lead times by more than six weeks.  American manufacturing creates shorter lead times to customers 
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