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1992-1995
255.11 liter Fuel cap
440.09 Nm Max torque
78 kw Net power
10,892 kg Operating weight
8.11 m Overall Length
2.53 m Overall Width

A large backhoe loader built during Volvo’s transition from classic BM models to more modern construction equipment, the Volvo BM EL70 combines 78 kilowatt net power with strong hydraulic performance and a heavy-duty chassis. With an operating weight of nearly 10.9 tons and a powerful torque output of 440 Nm, the machine was designed for excavation, trenching, and material handling tasks across construction and infrastructure projects.

Net power 78 kilowatt

Maximum torque 440.09 Nm

Operating weight 10,892 kg

Fuel tank capacity 255.11 liters

Overall length 8.11 m

Overall width 2.53 m

Heavy-duty Volvo backhoe loader platform

Designed for infrastructure and large construction projects

Makana rating

Owner rating

 | 3

Market average

AED 150,000

Starting from

AED 90,000

Volvo BM EL70 technical specifications

Highlight differences

Volvo BM EL70

Volvo BM EL70C

Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 60 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 60 Amh
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Turbocharged
Gross power 84.04 kw
Gross power 90.01 kw
Net power 78 kw
Net power 88.07 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,350 rpm
Years 1992-1995
Years 1992-1995
Market Average AED 150,000
Market Average AED 150,000
Price AED 90,000
Price AED 90,000
General
Backhoe digging depth 4.63 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.63 m
Bucket capacity 1.53 cu m
Bucket capacity 1.53 cu m
Bucket digging force 3,120.72 kg
Bucket digging force 3,120.72 kg
Bucket width 250 cm
Bucket width 250 cm
Displacement 4,473.68 cu cm
Displacement 4,801.42 cu cm
Engine model TD 45B
Engine model TD 48 GAE
Loader dump height 2.83 m
Loader dump height 2.83 m
Loader dump reach 0.88 m
Loader dump reach 0.88 m
Max speed forward 44.1 kph
Max speed forward 44.1 kph
Max torque 440.09 Nm
Max torque 465.04 Nm
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating weight 10,892 kg
Operating weight 10,892 kg
Transmission type Volvo BM HT 90 automatic powershift
Transmission type Volvo BM HT 90 automatic powershift
Wheelbase 2.53 m
Wheelbase 2.53 m
Backhoe
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.37 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.37 m
Loader
Breakout force 7,330.06 kg
Breakout force 7,330.06 kg
Loader digging depth 74.17 cm
Loader digging depth 74.17 cm
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 27.25 liter
Cooling fluid cap 24.22 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Fuel cap 255.11 liter
Fuel cap 255.11 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 210.07 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 115.06 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Transmission fluid cap 22.33 liter
Transmission fluid cap 27.25 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 12.11 liter
Engine oil cap 12.11 liter
Operating specifications
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.67 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.67 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.18 m
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.11 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.35 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.35 m
Tires
Front tires size (2WD) 18.4-30/14 SGL
Front tires size (2WD) 18.4-30 SGL
Rear tires size 18.4-30/14 SGL
Rear tires size 18.4-30 SGL
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Height - top of cab 3.11 m
Height - top of cab 3.11 m
Overall Length 8.11 m
Overall Length 8.11 m
Overall Width 2.53 m
Overall Width 2.53 m
Turning radius 5.73 m
Turning radius 5.73 m
Transmission
Max speed reverse 25.59 kph
Max speed reverse 25.59 kph
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 170.33 lpm
Pump flow cap 170.33 lpm
Pump type two axial flow piston pump
Pump type two axial flow piston pump
Relief valve pressure 224.97 bar
Relief valve pressure 224.97 bar
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Volvo BM EL70 expert review

Reviewed by Marcis V. on March 10, 2026

Overview

The Volvo BM EL70 (1992–1995) is a heavy-duty backhoe loader built for demanding construction and excavation tasks. It delivers 78 kilowatt engine power, 440 Nm torque, and a strong heavy-duty chassis suitable for infrastructure projects.

Expert rating: 3 stars

Pros Strong torque output and durable heavy-duty chassis.
Cons Older technology and basic operator environment.

Performance & Efficiency

The 78 kilowatt diesel engine produces approximately 440 Nm of torque, delivering strong digging performance for construction and infrastructure projects.

In Comparison

Volvo BM 6300: Older heavy-duty machine with strong loader capability.
Volvo BM 646: Earlier model with lower torque output.
Volvo BM EL70: Improved torque and structural strength.

Final Verdict

Rated 3 stars, the Volvo BM EL70 offers durable excavation capability within the AED 90,000–150,000 range.

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Volvo BM EL70 owner rating

Volvo BM EL70 Backhoe loaders [1992-1995]

1992-1995

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.0
performance

3.3

comfort

3.7

fuel efficiency

4.7

safety

4.0

features

3.7

5 stars

0 %

4 stars

100 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Powerful engine and strong chassis handle heavy digging work well.
Cons
Older design means fewer comfort features for operators.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.0

features

3.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
1992

Volvo BM EL70 similar models

Highlight differences
Volvo BM EL70
Volvo BM 6300
Volvo BM 646
Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 60 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 60 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 43 Amh
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration -
Gross power 84.04 kw
Gross power 84.04 kw
Gross power 63.01 kw
Net power 78 kw
Net power 78 kw
Net power -
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 4
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque measured @ -
Years 1992-1995
Years 1984-1992
Years 1977-1981
Market Average AED 150,000
Market Average AED 140,000
Market Average AED 120,000
Price AED 90,000
Price AED 80,000
Price AED 70,000
General
Backhoe digging depth 4.63 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.63 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.3 m
Bucket capacity 1.53 cu m
Bucket capacity 1.45 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket digging force 3,120.72 kg
Bucket digging force 3,120.72 kg
Bucket digging force -
Bucket width 250 cm
Bucket width 250 cm
Bucket width -
Displacement 4,473.68 cu cm
Displacement 4,480.23 cu cm
Displacement 4,200.01 cu cm
Engine model TD 45B
Engine model BM TD 45 B
Engine model BM TD 42
Loader dump height 2.83 m
Loader dump height 2.83 m
Loader dump height 3.11 m
Loader dump reach 0.88 m
Loader dump reach 0.88 m
Loader dump reach 0.55 m
Max speed forward 44.1 kph
Max speed forward 44.1 kph
Max speed forward 29.77 kph
Max torque 440.09 Nm
Max torque 425.04 Nm
Max torque 299.09 Nm
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating weight 10,892 kg
Operating weight 10,800 kg
Operating weight 9,750 kg
Transmission type Volvo BM HT 90 automatic powershift
Transmission type Volvo BM HT 90 automatic powershift
Transmission type hydromechanical gearbox with power shift
Wheelbase 2.53 m
Wheelbase 2.53 m
Wheelbase 2.56 m
Backhoe
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.37 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.37 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.85 m
Loader
Breakout force 7,330.06 kg
Breakout force 7,330.06 kg
Breakout force 3,900.9 kg
Loader digging depth 74.17 cm
Loader digging depth 74.17 cm
Loader digging depth -
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 27.25 liter
Cooling fluid cap 27.25 liter
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 26.12 liter
Front axle fluid capacity -
Fuel cap 255.11 liter
Fuel cap 195.31 liter
Fuel cap 96.14 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 210.07 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 206.28 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 190.01 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 22.71 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Transmission fluid cap 22.33 liter
Transmission fluid cap 27.25 liter
Transmission fluid cap 22.33 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 12.11 liter
Engine oil cap 12.11 liter
Engine oil cap 10.6 liter
Operating specifications
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.67 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.67 m
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe dump height 4.18 m
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.11 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.35 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.35 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Tires
Front tires size (2WD) 18.4-30/14 SGL
Front tires size (2WD) 18.4-30/14 SGL
Front tires size (2WD) 14.9-24/14
Rear tires size 18.4-30/14 SGL
Rear tires size 18.4-30/14 SGL
Rear tires size 18.4-34/14
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Ground clearance 0.43 m
Height - top of cab 3.11 m
Height - top of cab 3.11 m
Height - top of cab 2.87 m
Overall Length 8.11 m
Overall Length 8.11 m
Overall Length 8.08 m
Overall Width 2.53 m
Overall Width 2.53 m
Overall Width -
Turning radius 5.73 m
Turning radius 2.59 m
Turning radius -
Transmission
Max speed reverse 25.59 kph
Max speed reverse 25.59 kph
Max speed reverse 29.77 kph
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 4
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 170.33 lpm
Pump flow cap 170.33 lpm
Pump flow cap 113.17 lpm
Pump type two axial flow piston pump
Pump type two axial flow piston pump
Pump type Gear pump
Relief valve pressure 224.97 bar
Relief valve pressure 224.97 bar
Relief valve pressure 169.95 bar

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