Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is delivering on its commitment to provide cutting-edge, safe and productive solutions for the most rugged worksites with its fully revamped lineup of articulated haulers.
At a special online event attended by Rock Products, the company highlighted its brand-new full line-up of next-generation construction equipment, quarry machinery and mining machines, designed to thrive in the most challenging environments.
The event featured a groundbreaking reveal of its brand-new heavy equipment line-up; a closer look at the cutting-edge technology behind its machines and how advanced engineering and innovation converge with the company’s history and legacy.
Seven new-generation models include significant updates to the 28-61 ton articulated dump trucks and an entirely new size class with the 50-ton A50. Designed to meet customers’ evolving needs, this launch marks the latest makeover of a Volvo CE product line, following the introduction of the company’s new-generation excavators in 2024.
Updates in the new articulated hauler series include improved fuel efficiency, a redesigned cab with a host of new features, enhanced safety, simpler maintenance and much more.
“Articulated haulers handle some of the toughest tasks in the most challenging terrain,” said Tyler Smith, product manager — articulated haulers. “We took customer feedback and completely redesigned what was already the world’s best articulated hauler lineup. These new Volvo haul trucks are built to be the workhorses customers need to get their toughest jobs done on time and on budget.”
What’s Inside: Unbeatable Performance
Multiple new features on the Volvo articulated dump trucks guarantee maximum productivity across the most demanding projects in quarrying, mining, construction and more.
A new electronic system and a new Volvo-developed transmission help reduce fuel usage across the product range. Plus, the new series is designed in such a way that the haulers can be adapted for future drivetrain technologies.
The Volvo drivetrain with Terrain Memory ensures fuel efficiency without compromising power, thanks to its ability to identify and remember slippery road segments. Automatic drive, 100% differential locks and all-terrain bogie, and hydro-mechanical steering work together to provide traction, stability and precise control.
Volvo Dynamic Drive offers predictive gear selection that adapts to operating conditions, and a downhill speed control function relies on Volvo’s industry-leading braking systems to further enhance efficiency, safety and comfort.
Additionally, the frame and body design provide market-leading tipping clearance and material flow when dumping, minimizing the need for support equipment on the jobsite. Further improvements include an optional overhung tailgate with longer arms for a quicker and wider opening when dumping.
Operator Comfort and Visibility Matter
“Operators spend long days in these machines, so we want to make them as happy as possible,” said Smith. “I think they’ll love the new cabs.”
The fully redesigned cab includes a larger floor area, new hanging pedals and steering wheel, a heated or cooled storage box for food and drink, an adjustable seat, Bluetooth® connectivity, USB ports for charging devices, ergonomic levers and switch layouts, and better noise reduction.
A lower hood profile, reconfigured and larger window panels, additional LED lighting and wider windshield wiper coverage result in a field of vision that exceeds industry standards. Optional front and rear cameras and a standard entrance camera — all of which are managed via the Volvo Co-Pilot — further enhance visibility.
Entering and exiting the hauler cab is simpler and safer with a repositioned door, railings on both sides and focused lighting on the stairs and platform.
A startup button is now found at ground level, illuminating the stairs and booting up controls. Once in the cab, the operator turns the key to fully start the machine. At the end of the day, the switch does not need to be turned off — the key alone takes care of shutdown.
Working Harder and Safer for Longer
Volvo’s updated articulated dump truck range is engineered for durability with reinforced axles that are capable of withstanding heavier loads and higher torque. Safety is also prioritized with new harness anchor points in the cab that meet OSHA and WorkSafeBC regulations.
Maintenance is now safer, simpler and faster because of longer service intervals and easier component access. A new access ladder is hidden under the hood, and the hood can be raised or lowered with the push of a button. The entire engine compartment is illuminated, and the condenser package has moved to the right side of the cab.
Industry-leading greasing intervals of 250 hours eliminate the need for daily or weekly greasing, further boosting productivity and reducing downtime. In general, Volvo articulated haulers require less fluid volume than other brands, which benefits the environment and reduces operating costs.
Volvo also offers flexible service contracts tailored to each operation’s needs.
Smarter Solutions for Intuitive Operation
Already considered many operators’ haul trucks of choice, Volvo’s updated models make it even easier for them to stay in-the-know with two in-cab screens that display essential information.
The updated interactive Volvo Co-Pilot display offers easy control of functions like media, camera settings, climate control and machine status. A dynamic instrument cluster positioned in front of the steering wheel provides important vehicle data at a glance.
Technology like Haul Assist with on-board weighing takes productivity to another level by providing real-time payload data to prevent overloading and minimize carry back, which also reduces fuel consumption and machine wear.
Traffic flow, vehicle performance and on-site logistics can be improved with the use of digital tools like Connected Map, Performance Indicator and Site Optimization. The ActiveCare Direct™ telematics system supports machine uptime and reduces repair costs.
These updated haulers are future-ready thanks to a new software architecture that allows customers to incorporate future upgrades and smart solutions, ensuring their equipment stays current with cutting-edge technology.
The new-generation A35, A40, A45 and A50 will be available for order in North America starting in Q1, with additional models launching later in 2025 to round out the full lineup of seven models.