16,449 kg146 hpMarket avg. €52k · 3 listed · 2 below market
Asking prices land at €40k – €62k, around 18% below the market average.
This model sits 22% below the class average across 156 peer models.
Across independent European dealers, used Volvo EC160 listings currently run from €39,900 to €61,860, with a market average around €51,767. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 3 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Volvo EC160 is a crawler excavator in the 16-tonne class, designed for mid-range earthmoving and civil construction work. It has an operating weight of 16449 kg and is powered by an engine producing 146 hp. Standard bucket capacity is 0.68 m3, positioning the machine as a versatile workhorse for contractors requiring a balance between reach, lift capacity, and site mobility.
Machines in this weight class are well suited to foundation excavation, drainage and utility trenching, road construction, and site preparation work. The combination of operating weight and bucket capacity makes the EC160 appropriate for loading trucks, shaping embankments, and general bulk earthmoving on mid-size projects. It is also commonly deployed in landscaping, agricultural drainage, and light demolition support roles.
Before purchasing a used EC160, inspect the undercarriage carefully, as track wear on crawler excavators of this class is one of the most significant cost drivers and should be assessed against remaining service life. Check the condition of the boom, dipper arm, and bucket pins and bushings for play and wear. Review hydraulic hoses and cylinders for leaks or chafing, and request full service records to verify that scheduled maintenance has been completed. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent engineer is advisable, particularly for machines at the upper end of the price range.
The European market average for the Volvo EC160 stands at EUR 51767, with a typical price range running from EUR 39900 to EUR 61860 depending on age, hours, and specification. This places the model in direct competition with the JCB 140X and the Caterpillar 315, both of which occupy the same 14 to 16 tonne segment and are regularly compared against the EC160 by buyers evaluating total cost of ownership and parts availability in their region.
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