Volvo Group Korea Launches First Model of New F Series Large Excavators

Driver-Centered Design Smart Excavators
EC400F·EC500F World’s First Release

Construction machinery company Volvo Group Korea announced on the 24th that it will launch the first models of the new F series with a new design concept that enhances safety and convenience, 'EC400F' and 'EC500F', for the first time in the world. The EC400F and EC500F are large excavators that support powerful performance for various large-scale tasks and are designed with a driver-centered approach based on the safety-first principle.

Volvo Group Korea's new F series first models 'EC400F' and 'EC500F' /
[Photo by Volvo Group Korea]

The main features of the new products include ▲a sleek body completed with Volvo's unique design concept ▲innovative smart interface ▲intelligent safety and convenience assistance systems ▲powerful work performance and high-efficiency engines ▲upgraded cooling system, among others.

The exterior of the F series models features a new design concept applied throughout along with the new Volvo CI. The slimmed upper design improves the overall balance of the body, and the enhanced heavy counterweight combined with a low-center-of-gravity body design improves work stability. Additionally, key safety features such as mesh-type side doors, a 3-point upper entry system, foldable handrails, and guardrails have been newly added.

The interior of the product has also been upgraded. It is equipped with a high-resolution basic monitor and an optional smart view 8-inch monitor, and offers a driver's seat with various function controls, an electric joystick lever, a centralized keypad, and multifunction switches. The ergonomically designed driver's seat comes standard with air suspension, 3-stage adjustable heating and ventilation, and lumbar support functions.

Furthermore, the tilting console with a control lock function that actively prevents unnoticed safety accidents and the engine emergency stop switch are standard features. Optional features include obstacle detection radar sensors and a POC function that provides alarms and monitoring of detected obstacles through Volvo Smart View using 360-degree detection cameras.

In addition, the new product is equipped with a new Volvo engine that delivers more than 10% higher output at lower RPMs compared to previous models. The cooling system, with improved cooling area and performance, enhances engine durability and improves fuel efficiency by more than 15% compared to before. Through the new Volvo electronic hydraulic control system, it is possible to control the operating speed of the work and travel devices in 10 stages via the monitor, linked with a large-capacity electronic hydraulic pump.

Im Jae-tak, Vice President of Domestic Sales and Service at Volvo Construction Equipment, said, "The newly launched new F series not only improves convenience and safety during work but also brings significant improvements in reducing operating costs." He added, "We will create various touchpoints where customers can experience the F series lineup, which sets a new standard for smart excavators."

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