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Volvo Construction Equipment Unveils World-First Electric Articulated Haulers
Announced at bauma 2025, the A30 Electric and A40 Electric are planned to be available to select customers in Europe from 2026. Boasting the same unrivalled off-road performance as conventional models, the new machines are pairing zero emissions with world-class hauling for a range of segments including quarrying, mining and construction. With a payload of 29 t and 39 t respectively, these mighty machines are now among the largest in Volvo CE’s electric portfolio. Together, both the new electric and conventional ranges offer customers a pioneering and productive solution for wherever they are on their transformation journeys. “Our commitment to innovation continues. These electric haulers mark a major step forward in our ambition to decarbonize construction, combining the same unbeatable performance our customers know and love, with a more sustainable operation. As the world’s first battery powered articulated haulers of their size class, we are proud to continue to evolve our portfolio by bringing our world class electric technology into a brand new segment,” said Mats Sköldberg, head of Technology for Volvo CE.
What is more, when powered by renewable energy these 2 machines offer a CO2 saving of 84% (for the A30 Electric) and 90% (for the A40 Electric) across their entire lifecycle, when compared to their diesel equivalents. These electric models not only mark a significant step forward in sustainable innovation but also benefit from the new generation upgrade with pioneering advancements in safety, uptime and efficiency. Built on the new generation platform, they feature the same innovative, modern design and enhanced fleet management capabilities.
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The launch is the latest milestone in a series of hauler innovations. It not only comes 60 years after Volvo CE pioneered the world’s first articulated hauler, but also arrives shortly after the company’s recent unveiling of a new generation of conventional articulated haulers. As part of the company’s largest product portfolio renewal in decades, within which 35% of the company’s total portfolio has been updated, this new generation makeover enjoys improved productivity, safety and fuel efficiency.
Thanks to their powerful lithium-ion batteries, the A30 Electric hauler and A40 Electric hauler are designed to offer a runtime of 4-4.5 hours across most applications, though high-energy jobs may require more frequent recharging. They can even enjoy a runtime of up to seven hours depending on driving conditions. Ideal applications include downhill load carrying and uphill empty runs, tunnel work and quarries and underground operations, where emission reduction is critical.
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