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Volvo A45
Configuration: Current-generation A45 (tables label it A45J), standard body, 29.5R25 tires, unloaded with all fluids and operator; Tier 4 Final.
27 sourced values · Sources: Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension diagram
| A | Overall length | 11,261 mm |
| B | Overall height | 3,626 mm |
| C | Wheelbase | 4,628 mm |
| D | Ground clearance | 579 mm |
| E | Overall width | 3,401 mm |
| F | Track gauge / tread | 2,636 mm |
Weights
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 32,300 kg | Published: 32,300 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Unloaded (71,209 lb). |
| Max gross (laden) weight | 74,290 kg | Published: 74,290 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Total weight, loaded. |
Dimensions
Undercarriage / tires
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated, 6×6 | Published: Wheeled, articulated, 6×6 Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Number of axles | 3 | Published: 3 Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Wheels (count) | 6 | Published: 6 Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Tire size | 29.5R25 | Published: 29.5R25 Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25875/65R29 optional. |
Ground pressure
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Ground pressure | 128 kPa | Published: 128 kPa Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Unloaded, front axle; rear 51 kPa. |
| Ground pressure, loaded (highest axle) | 183 kPa | Published: 183 kPa Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Loaded, rear axles; front 164 kPa. |
Axle loads
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | 17,910 kg | Published: 17,910 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Unloaded. |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | 14,390 kg | Published: 14,390 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Unloaded, bogie (two axles). |
| Axle load, front (laden/max) | 22,920 kg | Published: 22,920 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Axle load, rear (laden/max) | 51,370 kg | Published: 51,370 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Bogie (two axles). |
Engine
Hydraulics
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pump / aux flow | Not published | Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Pump flow not published. |
| System / relief pressure | 28 MPa | Published: 28 MPa Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25System max working pressure. |
Performance
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Max travel speed | 57 km/h | Published: 57 km/h Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-259th gear forward (35.4 mph). |
| Rated payload | 42,000 kg | Published: 42,000 kg Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Body capacity (heaped) | 25.5 m³ | Published: 25.5 m³ Volvo A45 product guide (Tier 4f), Ref. No 20064354_D / English-22 / 2025.01; linked from volvoce.com/united-states A45 product page. Retrieved 2026-10-25Heaped 2:1; 26.7 m³ with overhung tailgate. |
Similar models
| Brand | Model | Operating weight |
|---|---|---|
| Komatsu | HM460-6 | 32,900 kg |
| Caterpillar | 740 | 32,915 kg |
| Caterpillar | 745 | 33,110 kg |
| John Deere | 410 P-Tier | 31,400 kg |
| Develon | DA45-7 | 29,900 kg |
| Komatsu | HM400-5 | 35,055 kg |
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