EC1500 Electric | Electric Machines | Volvo Construction Equipment

Operating weight	150,000 kg
Gross power	630 kW
Bucket capacity	10 - 12 m³

Features & Benefits

Discover the incredible productivity potential of the EC1500 Electric, featuring cable connection, 12 m³ bucket capacity, superb digging force, maximum uptime and outstanding operator performance.

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Power your productivity

No charging, no refuelling - just working. The Volvo EC1500 Electric excavator is powered via a cable connection making it the ideal solution for cost-effective and uninterrupted productivity in static applications. The result is a machine ready to load, swing and dump around the clock.

Productive performance

The EC1500 Electric provides up to 10% more digging force compared to main competitors in the market. With up to 12 m³ bucket capacity / 21- tonne, the machine is ideally matched to Volvo R70 trucks and other 70~90-ton payload trucks, resulting in fewer passes and faster cycle times.

Maximum uptime

Featuring easy maintenance and fast diagnostics, the EC1500 Electric is designed to help you keep your machine working for longer, with fewer interruptions. Packed with features that support continuous operation, the EC1500 Electric comes with an auto lubrication system as standard and is available with an optional onboard cable reel to help maximize uptime.

Intuitive operator interface

The EC1500 Electric marks a new era in the interaction between operator and machine, featuring an intuitive human-machine interface with integrated Volvo Co-Pilot touchscreen display. Operators can easily access all essential machine functions and information through a single 12.8” touchscreen – integrated into the right-hand console – with multilingual support and personalized settings for maximum ease of use.

Proven in the field

Extensively tested in the field and through pilot programs, experienced operators report strong real-world performance from the EC1500 Electric. Operators tell us they are impressed with excellent digging force and bucket speed, smooth controllability, good swing and travel performance, as well as the comfortable working environment.

Proven to reduce operating costs and with the potential to create new business opportunities, find out how with the support of Volvo, the EC1500 Electric is a smart choice for your business

Zero tailpipe emissions, smart investment

With zero tailpipe emissions, the EC1500 Electric has the potential to enhance working conditions both on-site and for the wider community. It also represents a smart business decision, and in the right operation has been proven to achieve impressive reductions in operating cost and total cost of ownership.

Lower maintenance costs

When compared with combustion engine machines, grid-powered machines can help reduce maintenance costs by eliminating the need to replace engine oil, oil filters and fuel filters, while also eliminating any requirement for DEF/urea.

Your electrification partner

Transitioning to electric operations is about much more than simply electric machines; it’s about having the right partner. With Volvo as your electrification partner, we can work with you to understand your electricity infrastructure requirements to make the EC1500 Electric a reality on your site. Wherever you are on your electrification journey, Volvo Construction Equipment is by your side with expert guidance, tailored support and a complete portfolio of charging solutions to help you plan and successfully implement electric equipment into your operation.

Your productivity partner

When equipped with a 12 m³ bucket, the EC1500 Electric can fill a 60-70T dump truck in just 3 passes, a 90T truck in 4 passes and a 100T truck in 5 passes, making it an ideal choice to deliver fast, efficient truck loading – helping to reduce cycle times and optimize productivity.

Explore how Volvo quality, comfort and safety combine to maximize productivity, reliability and operator performance in the EC1500 Electric.

Volvo quality you can trust

Count on the EC1500 Electric to deliver all the quality, safety and reliability you expect from a Volvo excavator, all with the back-up and support of your Volvo dealer and a comprehensive portfolio of Volvo services and smart solutions.

Outstanding operator environment

Renowned throughout the world as the most comfortable excavator cabs in the industry, the EC1500 Electric continues to raise the bar for Volvo in-cab comfort. Features including a choice of seats, choice of joysticks, conveniently located in-cab storage locations, cupholder and wireless phone charging provide operators with an unrivalled in-cab experience. Operators also benefit from USB sockets to charge their smart devices and can also connect their phone to the in-cab display.

Safety as standard

As a Volvo core value, safety is built into every element of the EC1500 Electric, helping your machine perform in the toughest conditions with confidence. With features such as Emergency Stop provided as standard, bolted anti-slip plates, high visibility guardrails and handrails, the EC1500 Electric is designed to support a safer working environment while delivering the durability and reliability you expect from Volvo.

See more, work safe

The thoughtful machine design ensures excellent all-around visibility from the cab, allowing operators to maintain awareness of their surroundings and operate safely on busy jobsites. The optional Smart View provides operators with a 360° bird’s-eye view of the machine and its surroundings, conveniently displayed on the integrated Volvo Co-Pilot.

Load with precision

In loading applications, On-Board Weighing helps operators meet payload targets with confidence by showing real-time bucket load data inside the cab. The result is fully optimized loads, fewer wasted trips and more productive cycles. What's more, alerts indicating load limits are approaching help support safer, more controlled operation.

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Plug in your productivity

Technical specifications for EC1500 Electric