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Volvo L260H VS Tata Hitachi ZW550 Comparison

Volvo L260H

Volvo L260H

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Tata Hitachi ZW550

Tata Hitachi ZW550

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Volvo L260H

Volvo L260H

550L

Tata Hitachi ZW550

Tata Hitachi ZW550

380L

Engine

Model
Volvo D13J
Isuzu
Engine Make
Volvo
Isuzu
Engine Type
4‑stroke, turbocharged, charge‑air cooled diesel
4‑cycle, water‑cooled, direct‑injection diesel with turbocharger and intercooler
Gross Power
309 HP
382 HP
Net Power
305 HP
380 HP
Engine Power
309 HP
483 HP
Engine Displacement
12780 L
15680 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
6 nos
Rated RPM
1300 rpm
1800 rpm
Aspiration
Variable Geometry Turbo + CAC
Turbocharged with intercooler
Emission Standard
Tier 4F / Stage V
BS IV
Max Torque
2600 Nm
2200 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Powershift (Volvo PowerShift)
Torque converter, planetary gear powershift
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Torque converter with lock‑up
Lock‑up torque converter
Gear Box Type
Power shift gearbox
Powershift automatic
Differential Type
Limited slip differential
Outboard planetary final drives

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load‑sensing hydraulic system
Load sensing hydraulic system
Pump Type
Variable displacement piston pump
Variable displacement piston pump
Max Pump Flow
300 L/min
380 L/min
System Pressure
320 bar
310 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
300 L/min
380 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
320 bar
310 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Wet multi‑disc hydraulic brakes
Inboard mounted fully hydraulic 4‑wheel wet disc brake
Parking Brake Type
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Steering Type
Articulated hydraulic steering
Articulated frame hydraulic steering
Steering Angle
38 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Planetary reduction axle
Heavy duty planetary final drive axles
Rear Axle Type
Oscillating planetary axle
Heavy duty planetary final drive axles
Oscillation Angle
15 deg
13 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary reduction gear
Planetary reduction with outboard mounted drive

Speed

Top Forward Speed
45 km/h
36 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
30 km/h
24 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
9800 mm
11370 mm
Overall Width
3220 mm
3570 mm
Overall Height
3900 mm
4195 mm
Height Over Cab
3850 mm
4195 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3890 mm
4400 mm
Wheel Base
4000 mm
4150 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
600 mm
545 mm
Width Over Tyres
3220 mm
3770 mm
Wheel Tread
2550 mm
2650 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
8200 mm
8835 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
8200 mm
9000 mm
Tyre Size
29.5R25
35/65-33

Performance

Bucket Capacity
10.2 Cu.m
6 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3400 mm
3990 mm
Payload
10000 kg
12000 kg
Static Tipping Load
28000 kg
29530 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
23800 kg
24740 kg
Max Breakout Force
260 kN
401 kN
Dump Height
3300 mm
3330 mm
Dumping Reach
1400 mm
2045 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
40 deg
43 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
45 deg
50 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
55 deg
55 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4900 mm
5040 mm
Max Digging Depth
120 mm
165 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
10.2
6
Bucket Width
3400
3990

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital LCD / Color display
Digital multifunction display
Seat Type
Air suspension operator seat
Adjustable suspension seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
75 db(A)
72 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24 V / 2 × 170 Ah V/Ah
2 × 12 V /170 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
100 A
110 A
Lighting Type
LED
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
GPS & Telematics
Yes
Yes
Remote Diagnostics
Yes
Yes
Warranty
3000 Hours
3000 Hours

Volvo L260H

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Pros

  • 415 HP engine delivers strong performance for heavy loading and rehandling
  • Bucket capacity up to ~10 m³ and tipping load ~23.8 t make it ideal for quarry
  • Built with Volvo’s proven drivetrain, hydraulics, and structural components for heavy‑duty long‑term operations.

Tata Hitachi ZW550

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Pros

  • The ZW550 delivers high power (~460 HP) suitable for heavy loading tasks in mining and quarries.
  • With 6.0 – 10.0 m³ buckets, it can handle bulk material efficiently, reducing loading cycles.
  • At over 45 t operating weight, it’s well‑balanced for heavy‑duty operations.