Volvo BM 616B Backhoe loaders tech specs
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A classic heavy-duty backhoe loader from Volvo’s early construction equipment lineup, the Volvo BM 616B combines 59.06 kilowatt engine power with a 4.24 m digging depth and rugged mechanical design. Built during an era focused on durability rather than electronics, the machine delivers solid excavation capability and dependable loader performance for contractors who prioritize simplicity and mechanical reliability.
Gross power 59.06 kilowatt
Maximum torque 265.06 Nm
Backhoe digging depth 4.24 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.88 m
Loader breakout force 4,180.86 kg
Operating weight 8,950 kg
Volvo BM hydromechanical powershift gearbox
Fuel tank capacity 96.14 liters
Makana rating
Owner rating
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AED 130,000Starting from
AED 75,000Volvo BM 616B Technical specifications
Engine
Alternator supplied amperage
43 Amh
Displacement
4200.01 cu cm
Gross power
59.06 kw
Max torque
265.06 Nm
Number of cylinders
4
Backhoe
Backhoe digging depth
4.24 m
Backhoe reach from swivel
5.88 m
Loader
Breakout force
4180.86 kg
Loader dump height
2.83 m
Loader dump reach
0.61 m
Attachments
Bucket digging force
3410.02 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap
16.28 liter
Fuel cap
96.14 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
190.01 liter
Transmission fluid cap
22.33 liter
General
Engine model
BM D42
Max speed forward
30.58 kph
Operating voltage
24 V
Operating weight
8,950 kg
Transmission type
Volvo BM hydromechanical gearbox with powershift
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap
10.6 liter
Tires
Front tires size (2WD)
12.5-20/10
Rear tires size
18.4-34/14
Dimensions
Ground clearance
0.43 m
Height - top of cab
2.87 m
Overall Length
8.08 m
Wheelbase
2.38 m
Transmission
Max speed reverse
30.58 kph
Number of forward gears
4
Number of reverse gears
4
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap
113.17 lpm
Pump type
Gear pump
Relief valve pressure
169.95 bar
Volvo BM 616B expert review
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Overview
The Volvo BM 616B (1976–1981) is a classic backhoe loader designed during an era when durability and mechanical simplicity were the main priorities. It produces 59.06 kilowatt engine power, offering dependable digging and loader capability for construction and excavation work.
Expert rating: 3 stars
Performance & Efficiency
The Volvo BM D42 engine produces 59.06 kilowatt and around 265 Nm of torque, delivering steady digging and loading performance for traditional construction tasks.
In Comparison
Volvo BL60: Newer machine with improved hydraulics and efficiency.
Volvo BL70: More powerful backhoe loader with higher productivity.
Volvo BM 616B: Older but rugged machine valued for its mechanical durability.
Final Verdict
Rated 3 stars, the Volvo BM 616B remains a durable classic backhoe loader within the AED 75,000–130,000 range.
Volvo BM 616B owner rating
1976-1981
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