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Volvo L120H VS JCB 437-4 Comparison

Volvo L120H

Volvo L120H

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JCB 437-4

JCB 437-4

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Volvo L120H

Volvo L120H

320L

JCB 437-4

JCB 437-4

45L

Engine

Model
Volvo D8J
JCB ecoMax 448
Engine Make
Volvo
JCB
Engine Type
4-stroke turbocharged diesel
4-Stroke Diesel
Gross Power
203 HP
108 HP
Net Power
199 HP
100 HP
Engine Power
276 HP
145 HP
Engine Displacement
7500 L
4880 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
4 nos
Rated RPM
1600 rpm
2200 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged with intercooler
Turbocharged
Emission Standard
Tier 4 Final / Stage V
CEV Stage IV
Max Torque
1250 Nm
560 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Automatic Power Shift
Automatic Power Shift
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Lock-up torque converter
Hydraulic torque converter
Gear Box Type
Volvo HTE 200
4-speed forward / 3-speed reverse
Differential Type
Automatic differential lock
Limited slip differential

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Pump Type
Variable displacement axial piston pump
Variable displacement piston pump
Max Pump Flow
230 L/min
176 L/min
System Pressure
310 bar
250 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
230 L/min
176 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
310 bar
250 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Wet multi-disc hydraulic brakes
Hydraulic disc brakes
Parking Brake Type
Spring-applied hydraulic release
Spring-applied hydraulic release
Steering Type
Articulated hydraulic steering
Articulated hydraulic steering
Steering Angle
40 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Volvo AWB 40
Heavy-duty planetary axle
Rear Axle Type
Volvo AWB 40
Oscillating axle
Oscillation Angle
13 deg
10.5 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary reduction
Planetary final drive

Speed

Top Forward Speed
40 km/h
33 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
26 km/h
23 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
7300 mm
7510 mm
Overall Width
2870 mm
2400 mm
Overall Height
3450 mm
3260 mm
Height Over Cab
3450 mm
3260 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3500 mm
3300 mm
Wheel Base
3400 mm
3000 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
440 mm
380 mm
Width Over Tyres
2870 mm
2400 mm
Wheel Tread
2240 mm
1850 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
6100 mm
5920 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
6700 mm
6040 mm
Tyre Size
23.5 R25
17.5 × 25

Performance

Bucket Capacity
3.6 Cu.m
2.2 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3000 mm
2580 mm
Payload
6000 kg
4500 kg
Static Tipping Load
15000 kg
9090 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
12500 kg
7090 kg
Max Breakout Force
175 kN
120 kN
Dump Height
2700 mm
2700 mm
Dumping Reach
1200 mm
1000 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
42 deg
40 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
50 deg
48 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
55 deg
60 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4200 mm
3830 mm
Max Digging Depth
100 mm
120 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
3.6
2.2
Bucket Width
3000
2580

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital multifunction display
Digital LCD display
Seat Type
Adjustable air-suspension operator seat
Adjustable suspension seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
69 db(A)
75 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24V (2 × 12V 140Ah) V/Ah
24V / 100Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
120 A
120 A
Lighting Type
LED
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
GPS & Telematics
Yes
Yes
Remote Diagnostics
Yes
Yes
Warranty
4000 Hours
2000 Hours

Volvo L120H

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Pros

  • Produces around 275 HP, suitable for quarry, mining, and heavy material loading.
  • Large 2.6–9.5 m³ bucket increases productivity and reduces loading cycles.
  • Around 12.5 tons tipping load, enabling stable lifting of heavy materials.

JCB 437-4

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Pros

  • Strong engine performance with 145 HP for heavy loading tasks.
  • High tipping load (~7090 kg) increases productivity in material handling.
  • Efficient hydraulic system for smooth lift and control (176 L/min flow).