VOLVO COMPACT WHEEL LOADER

L20B
Designed for Many Hours of Efficient Work

Spacious and Comfortable Some business is apparently a question of space. This is why Volvo is
offering you a new product family of compact wheel loaders: L20B and
L25B, both extremely compact in dimensions, robust and equipped with
an efficient parallel loader linkage. Come and discover these innovative,
small size loaders opening up new dimensions in operator comfort and
performance.

New Dashboard Position Easy to Operate

You will soon find out the benefits All pedals, levers and controls are
of the new corner positon of the laid out for ease of operation:
dash-board: It combines the Control of direction and of the
advantage of an undisturbed front hydraulic functions including the
view with an optimized position of 100% differential lock are effected
the cab ventilation outlets. At the via multi-function lever. The inch
same time it allows an easy brake pedal allows permanent speed
monitoring of the main machine adjustment and safe braking without
functions as it is still within the changing to another pedal.
operator’s main field of view.
Safe Operation
Purpose Designed Dashboard
Great attention has been attached to
The layout of the dashboard and safety: The machine offers good
controls is simple and functional. stability thanks to the rear wrap-
A clearly arranged combination of around counterweight; its cab is
analogue indicator elements and designed according to ROPS/ FOPS
electrically controlled warning lights safety standards. The rounded rear
provides all the information the end of the machine and the large
Comfortable Access operator requires. glazed surface areas surrounding the
Getting into and out of this loader cab provide an excellent allround
is safe and comfortable: Two solid visibility improving safety at work.
grabs grant a firm hold when
climbing the single step taking you
to the cab. You pass the wide
doorway, and you are entering a
working place made to measure any
operator.

Spacious Cabin
Inspite of the compact exterior
dimensions of the machine, the
interior of the cabin is roomy and
spacious. Enough head room and a
multiple adjustable operator’s seat
ensure that even tall operators will
immediately feel at home.

Sufficient Storage Room

A practical holder at the back of the
operator’s seat keeps machine
documents, beverage and mobile
phone well at hand, while personal
things can be stored in the lockable
compartment incorporated into the
arm rest.

Efficient Heating System

An efficient three stage heating and
ventilation system with filter and
well positioned air distribution
provides a pleasant working climate Customer’s Benefits:
● Maximum Safety:
in any section of the cab. ● Increased Operator Comfort: Wrap-around counterweight for good
Extremely wide door opening and stability. Large panoramic screens
spacious, comfortable cab for safe with excellent allround view provide
and fatique-free operation maximum safety at work.

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Small in Size - Great in Performance

Extremely Mobile Working on narrow sites calls for limitations in size, not in productivity.
With regards to this, the L20B leaves nothing to be desired: They are
Compactness at its Best reliable and stable, and are made for demonstrating their extraordinary
What is unique about the compact- performance in areas which are not accessible with other machines.
ness of an L20B is the possiblity of
managing passages with a vertical without the driver having to leave linkage also provides an excellent
clearance as low as 2,5 m. And if the comfort of the operator’s reach.
you need it even lower: Only half an cabin.The Volvo L20B is equipped
hour is required for unmounting and with an hydraulic attachment Superior Technology
fitting again the removable cab, and bracket for ease of switching
you can go on with your work, for between attachments without Powerful Components
example within the interior of interrupting the job in hand.
State of the art technology gives you
buildings. the best possible output. A powerful
First Class Performance Volvo engine at the core of the
Unbeatable on Difficult Terrain system supplies the power. The
1,8 Tons Lifting Power
Like every Volvo Compact wheel efficient parallel loader linkage
loader, the L20B, too, is an expert in With regard to performance this makes the machine especially
mobility. Thanks to the well- small machine is a real surprise: It suitable for pallet work, as it gives
positioned wrap around counter- boasts an outstanding lifting capacity full parallelity of the load in any
weight and the articulating of 1,8 tons - just the right power for lifting position.
oscillating joint it is extremely stable efficient handling of the standard
even on rough terrain. Euro pallets. Smooth Working Cycles
Top Lift Height The dual circuit hydraulic system
100% Differential Lock with separate pumps for working
The 100 % operator selectable The same is true for the lift height. and steering hydraulics ensures total
differential lock, which is standard The linkage reaches important lifting independence of movements, which
on both axles, allows the machine to positions allowing even the loading contributes to the smoothness of
be perfectly adjusted to the of four axle trucks. working cycles.
respective ground conditions. The
result is optimum traction on Unrivalled Reach
difficult ground, and low ground The design of the parallel loader
pressure on even or delicate surfaces.

Customer’s Benefits: applications

A Real Allrounder
● Compact Machine Design: ● Outstanding Performance
Quick Change of Attachments Low overall height (under 2,5 m) Excellent operating data and superior
More than 60 different attachments machine quality are the guarantee for a
are available and can be fitted to the ● Utmost Versatility profitable operation
machine within a few seconds and Hydraulic quick change coupler for
perfect allround versatility in many

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Easy Maintenance and Top Economy

Service Friendly Like all Volvo machines, the L20B has been designed with full knowledge
of the daily requirements on site. In this respect simple servicing is one
of the major points, just as from the economical point of view: Simple
service is the best guarantee for regular maintenance, which is an
absolute must for maintaining an optimum machine function and a
maximum residual value for the future.

the fuel system ensures a long one. With use of its interchangeable
service life of the high pressure and numerous attachments you can
elements in the engine. convert it to your needs, keeping
downtime to a minimum. No matter
Large Scale Service Intervals what the task may be, there will
always be a job for your L20B.
Good Accessibility Good news for the service personnel:
They will appreciate that the service Competent Supplier Support
Great attention has been drawn to intervals for long term service have
the fact of making the L20B as been considerably prolonged on the What you are getting in addition,
service friendly as possible. All main L20B, which saves time and money. when purchasing a Volvo
components and service checkpoints construction machine, are the
are located under the large, fold- advantages of the wide spread Volvo
away engine hood and are transverse A Profitable Investment dealer network in the background.
mounted for easy access. Filters and More for Your Money Their concern is to give you every
batteries are easily exchangeable. support you need to do a good job.
The tank's filler is wide enough to A Volvo Compact Wheel Loader is a They can offer you a comprehensive
make replenishment possible sound investment - for several range of construction related
directly from the fuel can. Good reasons. The major one is surely its equipment and are always ready to
accessible lubrication points on the good price/ performance ratio. You help you with advice on applications,
articulating oscillating joint make will hardly find a machine in this technical support, and after sales
greasing a simple task. size class offering a comparable service. Ask your local dealer about
performance. the comprehensive Volvo financial
Simplified Checking service or about special offers
Versatility for Maximum Economy suitable for you.
Daily service checks can be executed
within a very short time. The dip- Another economical plus is the fact
stick for the engine oil level is easily that a Volvo compact wheel loader Genuine Volvo Parts Service
to reach; sight glasses advise on encompasses several machines in Moreover, you can also count on
hydraulic oil levels at a glance; Volvo in case of emergency. An
hydraulic pressure and engine status elaborated system will help to
can be monitored by warning lights supply you with the genuine parts
on the dashboard. you require, delivered as quickly as
possible to keep your downtimes as
Modular Board Electricity short as possible.
For easy checking of safety fuses and
relays a complete modular electric
board is centrally mounted and
accessed by opening a separate lid
on the right side of the machine.

High Quality Components

All efforts have been taken to supply
you with a machine to serve you
many hard working hours
throughout a long, reliable service
life. You can be sure that only high
quality materials and components of
well known manufacturers have
been used in the production process. Customer’s Benefits:

● Easy Maintenance: ● Optimum Return on Your

Long Service Life Easy service and maintenance due Investment
Large dimensioned sealed bearings to perfect access to main com- Higher profits due to outstanding
on linkage and articulating ponents and service check points price–performance ratio and long
oscillating joint ensure minimized machine service life
wear. A standard water separator in

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The L20B in detail
Engine
Volvo in-line 4-cylinder, 4 stroke, direct Engine Performance Curves (L20B)
injection diesel engine, oil/air cooled. Power (kW) Torque (Nm)

45 190
Air cleaning:
40 180
1. Paper filter with indicator in cab
2. Safety filter 35 175
30 170
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Volvo D3D-C-A-E1 25 165
Gross power @ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2300 r/min
SAE J1995 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 kW 20 160
SAE J1995 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 hp 15 155
Net power @ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2300 r/min 10 150
SAE J1349 - DIN ISO 1585 . . . . . . . . . .40 kW Power
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SAE J1349 - DIN ISO 1585 . . . . . . . . . . .54 hp Torque
Max torque @ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1700 r/min 00
1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100 2200 2300
SAE J1995 netto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Nm
r/min
DIN ISO 1585 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Nm
Cubic capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,10 l
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 mm
Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 mm Parking brake: central drum brake, acting Linkage
upon all four wheels. Parallel linkage with high breakout force
Electrical system and exact parallel lift-arm action.
Rated voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 V Steering system
Battery voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 V Hydrostatic steering. Central articulating- Lift cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Battery capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Ah ocillating joint. Tilt cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Alternator rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1120/80 W/A
Starter motor output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,2 kW Lift time (loaded) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,0 s
Steering pump: gear-type pump
Lowering time (empty) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,0 s
Drivetrain Dump time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,0 s
Steering cylinder: 1 double-acting steering
Transmission: hydrostatic transmission, full Crowd time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,5 s
cylinder
power shift under load, both when chan-
ging direction (forward and reverse) and Steering
between ranges. Maximum drawbar force Angle of articulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .±38° Service fill Capacities
can be achieved in all ranges. Steering pump Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,5 l
«Inch/brake pedal» for variable machine Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 l/min Fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60,0 l
speed control and power transfer to @ engine rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2300 r/min Front axle, total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,1 l
bucket hydraulics at constant engine rpm. Relief valve pressure . . . . . . . . . . .18,5 MPa Rear axle,
incl. drop-box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,8 l
Multi-function lever for change of direction,
Cab Hydraulic tank, incl. hydraulic system . . . .60,0 l
differential lock and use of the hydraulic-
control. Instrumentation: All important information
is located in the operator’s field of vision.
Axles: all-wheel drive by two rigid
mounted planetary axles Hydraulic system
Thermostatically controlled oil circuit with
Differential locks: hydraulically actuated integrated cooling system.
100% differential locks in both axles. Hydraulic control valve: double acting con-
trol valve with three spool system, with pri-
Frame: solid front and rear frame, robot- mary and secondary pressure valves.
welded. Articulating oscillating joint for 1. Lifting function
optimum manoeuvrability and traction. 2. Tilting function
3. Additional function for hydraulic QC
Oscillation at wheel, max. . . . . . . . . . . . .226 mm Unlock, neutral, lock. Preparation for
Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1300 mm operating hydraulic attachments with
Angle of oscillation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .±10°
this function is available as an option.
Tires: Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.0-18
Rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 x 18
Hydraulic oil filter: Combined suction and
Maximum speed return-filtration cartridge with a 10 µm fil-
1st range forward/reverse . . . . . . . .4,5 km/h ter. The filter can be replaced without
2nd range forward/reverse . . . . . .20,0 km/h emptying the hydraulic oil tank.

Brake system Hydraulic pump: gear type-pump

Service brake: reliable dual braking
Hydraulic pump
system, acting upon all four wheels.
Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 l/min
@ engine rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2300 r/min
1. Wear-free, hydrostatic inching brake Relief valve pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .20 MPa
2. Central friction brake, actuated via
«inch/brake pedal». First stage of pedal
application actuates the inching facility,
the last third of pedal application
applies the central friction brake.

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Specifications L20B with parallel-linkage,
Z-attachment carrier
and 12.0-18 tires
B 4275 mm
C 2050 mm
D 300 mm
F 2450 mm
G 875 mm
J 2980 mm
K 3125 mm
O 56 °
P 45 °
R 56 °
S 65 °
U 145 mm
X 1300 mm
Y 1625 mm
Z 2885 mm
a2 3830 mm

L20B a3
a4
2160 mm
±38 °

Data according to bucket type General Purpose Light Material 4-in-1 High-Tip
L20B with parallel-linkage, Z-attachment carrier
and 12.0-18 tires +

Capacity heaped m3 0,7 0,85 1,0 1,2 0,65 1,1

Material density kg/m3 1900 1600 1400 1100 1900 1000

Static tipping load, straight (ISO / DIS) kg 3250 3200 3150 3100 3000 2500

Static tipping load, full turn 38° (ISO / DIS) kg 2900 2850 2800 2750 2650 2250

Hydraulic lifting capacity, max. kN 35,0 34,0 33,5 32,0 32,5 28,0

Breakout force kN 35,0 30,5 28,0 25,0 36,5 -

A Total length mm 5035 5135 5195 5295 5005 5510

L Lift height, max. mm 4060 4140 4190 4285 4070 4890

V Bucket width mm 1650 1650 1800 1800 1650 1800

a1 Clearance circle mm 8210 8260 8430 8490 8220 8620

T Digging depth mm 120 120 120 120 160 120

H Dump height mm 2510 2435 2395 2320 2480 3540

M Reach at max. height mm 660 720 765 830 575 1005

N Reach, max. mm 1475 1535 1580 1645 1390 2140

Operating weight kg 4300 4330 4340 4390 4460 4670

Data with loading fork L20B - Possible machine variations

Centre of gravity 500 mm Linkage/attach. carrier Standard

Tipping load, full turn (ISO / DIS) kg 2290 Parallel / Z ●

Payload according to EN 474-3, 60/80% kg 1350/1800

Payload 80%, transport position, 38 ° full turn kg 2200

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT Illuminated symbols with acoustic signal Carriage Body
(with ignition on) for: Fenders and mudguards,
Engine Engine temperature (front/rear)
Diesel engine, direct fuel injection Engine oil pressure Lockable engine hood
Extra fuel filter Hydraulic oil temperature Vertical exhaust
Cold start aid Hydraulic oil filter Towing device
Dry-type air filter Air filter restriction Lifting eyes
Parking brake
Service and maintenance
Electrical system Drivetrain Tool kit
Alternator 80 A Hydrostatic drive Wheel nut wrench
Operator-selected 100%
Lighting: differential locks
Main head lights (halogen) International Standards for Machines and
full/dipped/asymmetrical Tires 12.0-18 Production
Working light (rear right) Quality:
Parking lights Cab Exterior
DIN/ISO 9001
Rear lights Removable ROPS/FOPS-cab with flexible Safety:
Brake lights mountings CE - Criteron
Direction indicators Lockable door Machine guide-lines 98/37/EC
Hazard warning lights All-round tinted safety glass ROPS ISO 3471
Reversing lights Windscreen wiper (front/rear) FOPS ISO 3449
Cab lighting Windscreen washer (front/rear) Operating weight
Openable window on the right ISO 7131
side of the machine Tipping load / Payload:
Instrumentation & controls: Door stops ISO / DIS 14397-1
Multi-function lever External rear view mirrors EMV (Electromagnetic
12 Volt accessories socket (right/left) Compatibility)
Horn 89/336/EEC plus supplement
Hazard warning switch Cab Interior Environment:
Safety start 4-way adjustable operator's seat DIN/ISO 14001
Seat belt Sound regulation:
Analogue information for: Sunvisor 2000/14/EC
Fuel level Heater with air-filter and German environmental seal
Operating hours defroster (front/rear) «low noise» RAL - UZ 53
Cab ventilation
Illuminated symbols Lockable storage box in the cab
(colour-coded) for:
Differential locks Hydraulic system
Battery charging Gear-type pump
Indicators (left/right) Control valve three-spool
Main beam system
Pre-heater 3rd hydraulic circuit
Direction (forward/reverse)
Travel (quick, slow) Working Equipment
Fuel level Bucket level indicator
Reserve fuel indicator Hydraulic quick-change attachment carrier

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Environment ATTACHMENTS

(Standard on certain markets) Initial filling of biodegradable A small selection of the most popular attachments:
hydraulic oil
Engine equipment Loading Fork
4-in-1 Bucket
Pre-heater
Material Handling Arm
Pre cleaner air filter (Turbo II)
Safety Sweeper
Oilbath air filter
Anti-theft system TreeTransplanting Bucket
Exhaust particle filter
Protective guards for: Side-Tip Bucket
Main head lights High-Tip Bucket
Working lights Hay/Manure Fork
Rear lights Snow Plow
Cab
Handthrottle Rotating beacon
Further buckets and attachments available on
Hand control inch valve Audible reverse alarm
request.
Airconditioner
Radio
Working lights (2 front/1 rear left)
Air suspension operator’s seat

Hydraulic system
Additional hydraulics for
3rd hydraulic circuit
4th hydraulic circuit
Additional pump

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All products are not available in all markets. Under our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change
specifications and designs without prior notice. The illustrations do not neccessarily show the standard version of the machine.

Ref. No. 21 2 430 5526 English

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