The seven models of the G900 motor grader range are the Volvo G930, G940, G946, G960, G970, G976 and the G990. The first four models are engineered with the 7.2-litre Volvo D7 engine. The larger three use the 9.4-litre Volvo D9 engine. Volvo engines are optimized for grader applications, producing high torque at low engine speeds, delivering responsiveness and fuel efficiency. Each Volvo G900 motor grader features U.S. Tier 3 compliant Volvo engines utilizing Volvo Advanced Combustion Technology (V-ACT).
The wide stance parallel geometry of Volvo’s blade lift cylinders and a nearly horizontal side shift cylinder give any fine-grade operator an advantage. The design minimizes the need for operator corrections as the blade is repositioned. This means less work and more precision to the ground. The blade lift system delivers flexibility of blade movement and provides the operator with precise control to shape a complete range of slope profiles. For operators, this delivers the necessary stability to produce a level finished surface free of defects. They can produce more blade downforce to get more one-pass finishing with cost-saving accuracy.
Every Volvo model provides a range of features that make it easy to produce a fin-ished surface, fast. Most importantly, they offer precise control and a versatile power-train to deliver on basic grading tasks. Also included is a productive operator environment plus a full range of attachments and options, including a Volvo All Wheel Drive system. According to operators familiar with the Volvo 2, 4, 6 system, it’s like having three different drive systems in one: a highly efficient 4-wheel tandem drive; a powerful 6-wheel drive; plus the powerful, hydrostatically-driven, 2-wheel, front-wheel-only-drive Creep Mode.
For fine grading, all G900 graders have quiet, Tier 3 (Stage IIIA) emissions-compliant, fuel-efficient engines; operating at low revolutions does not mean compromising performance. Volvo motor graders are designed to deliver high torque at low rpm for fuel-efficient performance at low ground speeds. As well, every grader comes with an inching clutch standard for working in tight situations.
There is also a choice of transmissions: the standard HTE840 8-forward 4-reverse transmission can be coupled with Volvo’s Autoshift option, a first in the industry, while Autoshift is standard on the HTE1160. The operator selects the desired gear and the transmission shifts automatically to match conditions as the operator moves through turns and grades. Also available is the Volvo HTE1160 transmission.
The wide stance parallel geometry of Volvo’s blade lift cylinders and a nearly horizontal side shift cylinder give any fine-grade operator an advantage. The design minimizes the need for operator corrections as the blade is repositioned. This means less work and more precision to the ground. The blade lift system delivers flexibility of blade movement and provides the operator with precise control to shape a complete range of slope profiles. For operators, this delivers the necessary stability to produce a level finished surface free of defects. They can produce more blade downforce to get more one-pass finishing with cost-saving accuracy.
Every Volvo model provides a range of features that make it easy to produce a fin-ished surface, fast. Most importantly, they offer precise control and a versatile power-train to deliver on basic grading tasks. Also included is a productive operator environment plus a full range of attachments and options, including a Volvo All Wheel Drive system. According to operators familiar with the Volvo 2, 4, 6 system, it’s like having three different drive systems in one: a highly efficient 4-wheel tandem drive; a powerful 6-wheel drive; plus the powerful, hydrostatically-driven, 2-wheel, front-wheel-only-drive Creep Mode.
For fine grading, all G900 graders have quiet, Tier 3 (Stage IIIA) emissions-compliant, fuel-efficient engines; operating at low revolutions does not mean compromising performance. Volvo motor graders are designed to deliver high torque at low rpm for fuel-efficient performance at low ground speeds. As well, every grader comes with an inching clutch standard for working in tight situations.
There is also a choice of transmissions: the standard HTE840 8-forward 4-reverse transmission can be coupled with Volvo’s Autoshift option, a first in the industry, while Autoshift is standard on the HTE1160. The operator selects the desired gear and the transmission shifts automatically to match conditions as the operator moves through turns and grades. Also available is the Volvo HTE1160 transmission.
