Volvo CE expands rigid hauler range into 60 and 70-ton class

Volvo CE has announced the addition of two new hauling options for quarrying and lite mining customers. As with its bigger 95-ton brother, the R100, both the 55-ton payload R60 and 65-ton payload R70 rigid haulers are designed to help drive down total cost of ownership, as well as introducing the latest comfort and safety features.

While the R60 has a body volume of 36.04m3, the R70 offers 42.4m3. They may be smaller in size, but fans of the flagship R100 will see many of the same features and benefits of the latest E-generation in the new machines.

The launch of these new units gives quarry and lite mining customers greater production options – not just of these three rigid haulers, but also Volvo CE’s articulated hauler range. (The R60 rigid has the same 55-ton payload as the company’s A60H articulated hauler.)

The introduction of the R60 and R70 allows Volvo CE to tailor hauling solutions to suit the particular site dynamics. The Volvo Site Simulation service can help meet production targets, reduce CO₂ emissions and boost profitability by recommending the optimal site set up/machine fleet.

Someone say ‘productivity’?

Maximizing tons of material moved per hour is a core tenet of the design of the R60 and R70. The new machines feature a V-shaped haul body, that is designed to deliver maximum load retention, while at the same time minimal material carry-back post dumping. The dumping process itself is also speedy, thanks to a fast-tip system.

A comfortable and safe place to spend the day

As with the R100, the R60 and R70 is a haven for operator comfort and safety. Starting with safety, the cab is fully ROPS/FOPS certified, and access is gained from both sides via anti-slip steps. When on the move the haulers feature gear-dependent speed control, and a selectable brake or transmission retarder.

Visibility is among the most important elements of safety, and operators of the R60 and R70 have perfect vision – a result of the large windscreen and low raked dashboard, further supported by left-positioned operator station (that aids safe passing) and a 360-degree Volvo Smart View option.

When it comes to comfort, the R60 and R70 are the sort of workplaces that keep operators alert and performing at their best, all shift long. Starting with an ergonomic seating position and air suspended seat, the operator is insulated from the world outside thanks to independent suspension, while the cab sits on vibration-damping viscous mounts.

The capacity of the R60 and R70 are well matched with the loading abilities of Volvo CE’s EC950F crawler excavator, and the L350H wheel loader. The introduction of the R60 and R70 usefully increases Volvo CE’s portfolio for the quarrying and mining segment.

More information can be found on the website: R60, R70.