Volvo BL61B Backhoe Loaders
Volvo BL61B
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Volvo BL61B is a backhoe loader designed for construction earthmoving, excavation, and loading work. Produced from 2012 to 2014 in Sweden, it has an operating weight of 9,120 kg (20,110 lb) and is powered by a Volvo D5D CDE3, 4-cylinder engine rated at 61 kW (83 hp). The machine is listed with EPA Tier 3 and Stage IIIA emissions compliance.
It combines a 0.2 m³ (0.3 cu yd) loader bucket with a 0.19 m³ (0.2 cu yd) backhoe bucket, along with a digging depth of 4.26 m (14 ft) and a reach from the center of the swing pivot of 5.86 m (19 ft 3 in). The hydraulic system uses 112 L/min (29.6 gpm) pump flow and 220 bar (3,190 psi) relief pressure, and backhoe control can be set up with pilot controls SAE or ISO in lieu of mechanical controls.
Year
2012, 2013, 2014
Country of manufacturing
Sweden
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
2,450 mm
~96.5 in
2,960 mm
~116.5 in
5,830 mm
~229.5 in
9,120 kg
~20,106.2 lb
Engine Power
83 hp
Capacity Bucket (loader)
0.2 cu(m)
Capacity Bucket (backhoe)
0.19 cu(m)
Operating Weights with Full Fuel Tank, Standard Equipment
9,120 kg
Digging Depth (SAE)
4.26 m
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
EPA Tier 3 and Stage IIIA
Displacement
292 cu(in)
Tires front
340/80x18
Transmission type
"Powershuttle mechanical gear box with four forward and four reverse fully synchronized gears or Powershift transmission with four forward and reverse speeds."
Fuel tank
150 L
Cooling system
22 L
Wheelbase
2.18 m
Number of Cylinders
4
Tires rear
440/80x28
Ground clearance with standard tires
0.37 m
Battery Voltage
12V
Operating Weight
7,080 kg
Bucket Width
610 mm
Engine Model
Volvo D5D CDE3
Engine Oil
14 L
Power - Net
83 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249)
83 hp
Alternator Rating
95 amps
Bucket Weight
125 kg
Bucket Weight (Multipurpose)
Hydraulic System
140 L
Cab Height
2.96 m
Swing Arc
205 deg
Pump flow backhoe
112 L/min
Pump flow loader
112 L/min
System Relief Pressure backhoe
22,000 kPa
System Relief Pressure loader
22,000 kPa
Controls backhoe
Pilot controls SAE or ISO in lieu of mechanical controls
Lights
Rear work lights x 2 (outer position) Front work lights x 2 (outer position)
Reach From Center of Swing Pivot
5.86 m
Digging Depth (SAE maximum)
4.26 m
Bucket Rotation
205 deg
Bucket Dump Angle, Maximum
50 deg
Rollback Angle at Ground Level
44 deg
Height to Bucket Hinge Pin, Maximum
3.4 m
Reach at Full Height, Bucket at 45 deg.
1,060 mm
Main Pump Type
Flow sharing system Fix flow, gear pump
Rated Operating Capacity
2,910 kg
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Volvo BL61B Backhoe Loader
4.26 m
9120 kg
5830 mm × 2450 mm × 2960 mm
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What is the average price of a Volvo BL61B?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Volvo BL61B. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, configuration, service records, and included attachments.
What are the key advantages of the Volvo BL61B?
Listed strengths include 61.9 kW (83 hp) net power, a 4.26 m (13.98 ft) SAE digging depth, 112 L/min (29.6 gpm) pump flow for both backhoe and loader functions, and a choice of Powershuttle or Powershift transmission.
What type of engine does the BL61B use?
The BL61B uses a Volvo D5D CDE3 engine with 4 cylinders and 292 cu in displacement. Its listed emission standard level is EPA Tier 3 and Stage IIIA.
How much horsepower does the BL61B have?
The BL61B has 61.9 kW (83 hp) of engine power. Net Power (ISO 9249) is also listed as 61.9 kW (83 hp).
What fuel does the Volvo BL61B use?
The supplied specifications list a 150 L (39.6 US gal) fuel tank but do not confirm the fuel type for the Volvo BL61B.
What jobs is this Backhoe Loaders best suited for?
The supplied data does not confirm specific intended job applications. Its listed backhoe digging depth is 4.26 m (13.98 ft), and it has both loader and backhoe buckets, which are relevant specifications when assessing digging and loading requirements.
What is the expected lifespan of the BL61B?
No expected service-life estimate is supplied for the BL61B. For a used machine, inspect maintenance records, engine condition, hydraulic performance, transmission operation, tires, structural wear, and signs of leaks or damage.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Backhoe Loaders?
Check service records, engine starting and operation, hydraulic leaks and function, transmission shifting, tire condition, bucket and linkage wear, controls, lights, and structural damage. For this BL61B, verify whether it has the listed Powershuttle or Powershift transmission and inspect the backhoe and loader systems.
