EC55b pro

Volvo Compact Excavators 5.5 t 52.1 hp

The most comfortable way
to approach any job
Sit behind the controls of the Volvo EC55B Pro Compact
Excavator and you’ll find an incredibly comfortable
way to work. The spacious cab and ergonomic design
gives you the room you need, while the standard air
conditioning and low noise levels make even the longest
days comfortable.

• ­Ergonomic position forward and reverse

travel pedals.

We’re ready for you All-day comfort

Volvo offers a wide range of compact The windscreen features a gas strut,
excavators. From proven conventional making it easy to open and prop in
designs to short swing radius designs, place. There’s also tinted windows
Volvo has the right machine for your and standard air conditioning with
work. five vents for excellent cooling of the
cab. A standard radio/cassette player
with two speakers increases comfort.
Room to move around Noise-reducing seals and insulation
dramatically reduce noise levels in
The model EC55B Pro has a large,
and out of the cab.Operators will
roomy cab to make even tall operators
appreciate reduced fatigue while those
feel right at home.The flat floor is also
working nearby will experience a safer
wide and uncluttered, with plenty of
environment.
room for your feet. The seat is fully
adjustable for customization to suit your
operating position.

Controls at your fingertips • Instrument panel can be angled.

The joystick controls are mounted close

to the armrests for convenience and
are power-assisted for smooth, precise
movements.There’s also ergonomic
forward and reverse travel pedals so
you can reposition the machine while
controlling the equipment with the
joysticks. In addition, the instrument
panel can be angled for at-a-glance
monitoring.

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• Wide cab offers plenty of legroom
for better comfort.
 • Standard air conditioning.
• Reduced internal and external
noise for a safer jobsite.
• Large, spacious cab.

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Dig into the model EC55B Pro

Tough jobs demand a machine that can dig into the job
at hand and keep coming back for more. The model
EC55B Pro has one of the highest breakout and tear-
out forces in its class. And because it’s easy to service,
you’ll be assured that it will always be ready to dig into
your work.

Start your engines A versatile approach

The model EC55B Pro features a proven There’s a standard double-actingcircuit
16-valve, 37 kW Volvo engine for power, for use with hydraulic equipment such
performance and low fuel consumption. as breakers andaugers. The exclusive
And the machine is built to dig, offering Volvo quickrelease coupling makes it
impressive bucket dig forces. easy tochange buckets or attachments
without leaving the cab. • Powerful 16-valve STEP 2/TIER 2
Volvo engine.
Made easy to service
Precise, smooth movement
Open the wide rear cover for total
The dipper motion is extremely fast for
access to all critical checkpoints. It’s
more productive cycle times. In addition,
also fast and easy to check service levels
the Total Power Control Hydraulic
and change the oil.
System provides total independence of
movement for smooth, productive work
cycles.

Power where you need it

The EC55B Pro features a larger size lift
cylinder and increased hydraulic system
pressure for greater lifting capacity and
increased productivity. The high quality
hydraulic system stands up to severe,
long cycle testing with reliability for the • 
Two-stage air filtration system eliminates need
daily assault of your work. Increased for pre-air cleaner and helps increase engine life.
hydraulic pressure in the auxiliary line
adds greater attachment performance,
faster cycle times and better operating
economy.

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• Larger lift cylinder for a greater lift capacity.
 • Mechanical or hydraulic
quick-release coupling.
• Efficient main hydraulic pump helps
optimise fuel consumption and
improve productivity.
• Increased slope swing force/speed
means more productivity.

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Safety is always the top
priority
When it comes to your safety, Volvo never makes
compromises. The model EC55B Pro has exactly what
you need to stay safe, so you can concentrate on getting
the job done. And the EC55B Pro is robustly built, to
stand up to even the most punishing jobsite conditions.

A sturdy, rigid design Helping you work safely

The center of the undercarriage is The wide door and retractable console
X-shaped for better load distribution offer safe, easy access to the operator
and sturdier operation in extreme station.The machine won’t start
conditions.The undercarriage is also very unless the console and safety lever
longfor incredible stability, performance are in position, and the controls lock
and comfort.The blade cylinder and out whenever either is raised to help
the connections are well protected. prevent incidental movement. A safety
The anti-vibration tracks provide valve on the dozer blade maintains the
smooth travel even at higher speeds. selected blade position. In addition, • All controls lock out when safety lever
The counterweight is rounded and the instrument panel has a monitoring is lowered.
wraps around the sides to protect the system that shut soff the engine in case
engine cover, which is set back from the of a major problem.
counterweight to protect it even more.

We’re strong and stable

The EC55B Pro offers an enhanced
conventional design for greater
digging performance. The
larger,longer counterweight provides
increased balance and lift capacity.
The combination of increased hydraulic
pressure and a heavier counterweight
increases slope swing for fast cycle
times during slope work.
For increased reliability and a higher
resale value, boom support strength has
been increased through a large 80 mm
pin diameter and an additional bushing.
This provides extra surface contact and
greater shock absorption.

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• Volvo takes durability and reliability
to new extremes.
 • Strengthened boom support
adds reliability.
• Counterweight wraps around
the sides to protect the
enginecover.
• Excellent visibility around the
machine.

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Specifications

Engine Bucket performance

Water-cooled Volvo 4-cylinder diesel engine. Breakout force 4 000 daN
Tearout force 2 900 daN
Model D3.1A
Gross power, rated (ISO 9249) 38.8 kW (52,1 hp) @ 2,100 rpm
Power, installed (ISO 9249) 37.2 kW (50 hp) @ 2,100 rpm
Displacement, total 3 054 cc
Maximum torque 194~210 Nm @ 1,600 rpm ± 100 rpm Undercarriage
Bore x stroke 94 mm x 110 mm The undercarriage is made up of an “X” box fabricated centre
part for more rigidity and of sloping side members for a
better clearance of materials. The rollers and the tensioning
wheels are lubricated for life.
Electrical system
Bottom/top rollers per side 5/1
Rated voltage 12 V
Track width 380 mm
Battery capacity 12 V - 100 Ah x 1EA
Track tension by grease piston
Alternator rating 12 V - 55 Ah
Blade (width x height) 1 920 x 350 mm
Starter motor output 12 V - 3.0 kW

Hydraulic system Travel system

Variable displacement Total Power Controll hydraulic system Each track is driven by an axial piston hydraulic motor
providing total independence of all movements and of travel. equipped with two gears and an epicyclic reduction gear.
Braking is provided automatically by a multiple disc brake.
Control Power-assisted hydraulic controls
Travel speed (low / high) 2.2 / 4.1 km/h
Variable displacement double pump for the equipment (boom, Max. tractive force 4 480 daN
dipper and bucket) and travel circuits:
The forward movement control is automatically locked when
Maximum flow 2 x 52.5 l/min
the operator raises the left console.
Maximum operating pressure 22 Mpa (220 bars)

Gear pump for the power assistance circuit:

Maximum flow 9.5 l/min
Maximum operating pressure 35 bars Service fill capacities
Fuel tank 90 l
Double-acting hydraulic circuit for accessories: Hydraulic system, total 130 l
Maximum flow 52.5 l/min Hydraulic tank 90 l
Maximum operating pressure 21 Mpa (210 bars) Engine oil 10.1 l
Cooling system 11 l

End-of-stroke cushion:
On boom ram at the end of the rod extension
On dipper ram on both sides
On offset ram on both sides
Weight
Offset ram lock Weight and ground pressure with (250 mm) rubber tracks :
Operating
The equipment’s offset ram is equipped with a balancing valve Cab version Weight 5 500 kg
which holds the boom offset angle in the position chosen by
the operator in all working conditions.

Noise level

Slewing system The EC55B Pro conforms to the 2006 European Machine
Directive Noise Level (2000/14/CE) of 97 dB(A) for this
Turntable slewing is provided by a radial piston hydraulic class of machine.
motor which drives directly (without a reduction gear) a ball
Noise level exterior (LwA) 97 dB(A)
internal crown wheel with remote lubrication.
Noise level in the cab (LpA) 78 dB(A)
Slewing speed 9,4 r/min
Turntable braking automatic multi-disc brake The noise levels conform to directive nº 86/662 EEC and its
Absorption of hydraulic shocks Shockless valve amendments.

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Specifications

* front turning circle with max. offset

Dipper A B C* C D E F
Buckets 1 540 mm 5 770 4 090 4 000 3 820 2 620 5 980 6 110
Width Weight Capacity * Dig depth with the blade down.
350 mm 85 kg 70 l

450 mm 97 kg 98 l G H I J K L M N O

Backhoe 600 mm 118 kg 142 l 350 450 1 950 2 500 1 610 1 920 5 920 1 600 380

750 mm 138 kg 187 l

900 mm 163 kg 231 l P Q R S T U V W X

Ditch 1 500 mm 185 kg 265 l 360 400 690 2 360 2 330 2 560 4 470 1 840 1 670

These capacities are given for a machine without a bucket or quick-release coupling and fitted with rubber tracks. The handling capacity is
75% of the tipping load or 87% of the hydraulic limit.
Caution: In accordance with standard EN 474-5, the machine must be fitted with a
safety valve on the boom ram and with an overload indicator for handing operations.

Horizontal Range 2m 3m 4m Maxi. 5,5 m

Z2 - - 1 340* 1 340*

Z1 3 220* 2 180* 1 610* 1 350*

1 540 mm

Z3 3 060* 2 050* 1 420* 1 380*

Z2 - - - 730

Z1 2 530* 1 310 1 020 620

Z3 2 590* 1 340 880 950

* hydraulic limit In kg

Lifting capacity with the blade resting on the ground.

Lifting capacity in total rotation over 360º with the blade raised.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT Cab Safety
Heating and air conditioning. Device for locking the controls when the left
Engine Tinted windows. console is raised or safety lever is down to
Low-emission engine meeting step 2 ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure). gain access to the driver’s cab.
environmental regulations. TOPS (Tilt-Over Protective Structure). Safety valve on the blade cylinder.
Two-stage air filter with blinding indicators. Fabric-covered multi-adjustable sprung seat. Pressure accumulator on the power
Electric heating device. Non-slip floor and grab handle for access to assistance circuit in order to be able to put
Diesel filter and sediment chamber. the driver’s cab. the equipment on the ground if the engine
Electric fuel tank filling pump (35 l/min). Seatbelt. is switched off.
Oil sump sheet metal. Adjustable control console. Window-breaker hammer (cab).
Smooth sound dual case mufler. Hinged front window.
Removable bottom front window. Official approval
Electrical system Sliding right side window. Machine conforming to EC directive
Maintenance-free 12 V - 100 AH battery. Rear Mirror in Cabin. nº 89/392 and its amendments.
Starter motor 12 V - 2.3 kW. Rubber mounting. Soundproofing conforming to EC directive
Halogen working lights (2 on the turret and Radio/cassette player with 2 speakers. nº 86/662 and its amendments.
1 on the boom). Flexible aerial. Handling device conforming to EN standard
Horn. Interior lighting. 474-5 (Option).
Intermittent windscreen wiper and ROPS conforming to ISO standard
Undercarriage windscreen washer on the front window. 3471/SAE J 1040.
(400) mm wide rubber tracks. Ashtray. TOPS conforming to ISO standard 12117.
Dozer blade. Cigar lighter.
Remote lubrication of the slew ring.
Instrumentation and monitoring
Hydraulic system Monitoring and warning light for the
ISO power-assisted hydraulic control. following functions: pre-heating, engine oil
Cylinder cushions with contamination seals. pressure, water temperature, battery
Total Power Control system. charge, air filter clogging.
Boom anti-lowering device. Internal and external fuel gauges.
Multiple filtration system (30 µm). Hour meter.
Double-acting hydraulic circuit for
accessories fitted on the boom. Handling and earthwork equipment
Power-assisted control of the hydraulic (3 030 mm) long monobloc boom.
offset of the boom by the left manipulator. (1 540 mm).
Auxiliary hydraulic valve port for hammer. Remote lubrication of the offset and dipper
Control of forward and backward movement arm cylinders.
by two levers coupled to pedals.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Undercarriage Safety

Steel tracks: (380 mm) wide. Antitheft device coded by digicode keypad
(2 programmable codes).
Handling and earthwork equipment FOPS1/FOG windscreen guard.
Heavy-duty dipper arm. Lighting
Additional front and rear working light.
Turning beacon Miscellaneous
Right and left rear sides view mirrors.

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Ref. No 20000839_D / English-30 / 2018.11 / CEX / Volvo, Global Marketing