Bell B30E vs Volvo A40G
The Volvo A40G is ahead on: more power, more torque, bigger fuel tank, faster.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bell B30E and the Volvo A40G drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Bell B30E | Volvo A40G |
|---|---|---|
| Net powerHigher is better | 260 kW | 347 kW+33% |
| Max torqueHigher is better | 1,450 Nm | 2,525 Nm+74% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 302 L | 480 L+59% |
| Top speedHigher is better | 50 km/h | 57 km/h+14% |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Length, transport position (without tailgate)9.953 mNot published
Length, transport position (with tailgate)9.976 mNot published
Length, bin fully tipped10.395 mNot published
Height, transport position (S5)3.426 mNot published
Height, transport position (S2)3.5 mNot published
Height, rotating beacon3.723 mNot published
Height, load light3.748 mNot published
Bin height, fully tipped6.311 mNot published
Width over mudguards2.985 mNot published
Width over tyres (23.5R25)2.94 mNot published
Width over tyres (750/65 R25)2.998 mNot published
Tyre track width (23.5R25)2.356 mNot published
Tyre track width (750/65 R25)2.26 mNot published
Width over bin2.968 mNot published
Width over tailgate3.268 mNot published
Width over mirrors, operating position3.26 mNot published
Ground clearance, articulation0.537 mNot published
Ground clearance, front axle0.488 mNot published
Ground clearance, bin fully tipped0.675 mNot published
Bin lip height, transport position2.176 mNot published
Bin length5.294 mNot published
Load-over height2.864 mNot published
Rear axle centre to bin rear1.5 mNot published
Mid axle centre to rear axle centre1.67 mNot published
Mid axle centre to front axle centre4.181 mNot published
Front axle centre to machine front2.602 mNot published
Front axle centre to articulation centre1.362 mNot published
Front tie-down height1.075 mNot published
Machine lifting centres9.443 mNot published
Inner turning circle radius (23.5R25)4.11 mNot published
Inner turning circle radius (750/65 R25)4.081 mNot published
Outer turning circle radius (23.5R25)8 mNot published
Outer turning circle radius (750/65 R25)8.029 mNot published
Approach angle25°24°
Max bin tip angle70°Not published
Max articulation angle45°Not published
Overall lengthNot published11.263 m
Body lengthNot published5.844 m
Overall height (cab)Not published3.599 m
Front axle to machine frontNot published3.1 m
Front axle to hitchNot published1.277 m
Front axle to mid axleNot published4.518 m
Tandem axle spacingNot published1.94 m
Rear axle to body rearNot published1.706 m
Loading heightNot published3.132 m
Dump height (body raised)Not published7.265 m
Overall widthNot published3.43 mOver body (rear view)
Width over tyresNot published3.403 m29.5R25
Track widthNot published2.636 m
Ground clearanceNot published0.553 mFront view, unloaded with 29.5R25
Weight
Unladen weight21,155 kgOperating weight, emptyNot published
Laden weight49,155 kgNot published
Rated payload28,000 kgNot published
Unladen ground pressure (23.5R25, front / mid and rear)298 / 405 kPaNot published
Laden ground pressure (23.5R25, front / rear)134 / 169 kPaNot published
Operating weightNot published30,700 kg
Operating weight, front axleNot published16,100 kgUnloaded
Operating weight, rear axlesNot published14,600 kgUnloaded
Payload (nominal)Not published39,000 kg
Gross machine weight (loaded)Not published69,700 kg
Body
Body capacity, struck13.5 m³Not published
Body capacity, SAE 2:117.5 m³Not published
Body capacity, SAE 1:121 m³Not published
Body capacity, SAE 2:1 with tailgate18 m³Not published
Body raise time12 s12 s
Body lowering time10 sNot published
Tipping angle70°Standard, or any lower angle programmable70°
Body capacity (SAE 2:1 heaped)Not published24 m³Standard body
Body capacity (struck)Not published18.4 m³Standard body
Body capacity (SAE 2:1 heaped), overhung tailgateNot published24.7 m³
Body lower timeNot published10 s
Body materialNot publishedHB450 steel; plates 8 mm front, 11 mm sides, 14 mm bottom, 16 mm chute
Engine
Engine modelMercedes-Benz OM936LAVolvo D13J
EmissionsEU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 FinalEU Stage V
Cylinders6Inline 6, turbocharged and intercooled6In-line, V-ACT, VGT turbo
Displacement7.7 L12.8 L
Net power260 kW (348 hp)347 kW (472 hp)ISO 9249 / SAE J1349, at 1,900 rpm
Max torque1,450 NmGross, at 1,200-1,600 rpm2,525 NmGross, SAE J1995
Fuel tank302 L480 L
AdBlue tank31 LNot published
Gross powerNot published350 kW (476 hp)SAE J1995, at 1,900 rpm
Max torque (net)Not published2,500 NmISO 9249 / SAE J1349, at 1,050 rpm
Transmission
TransmissionAllison 3400P ORS fully automatic planetary, 6 forward / 1 reverse; Kessler W1400 transfer case; Bell 18T axlesVolvo PowerTronic PT 2529, fully automatic planetary, 9F/3R, torque converter 2.1:1 with lock-up
Top speed50 km/h6th gear57 km/h9th gear forward
1st gear7 km/hNot published
2nd gear15 km/hNot published
3rd gear23 km/hNot published
4th gear35 km/hNot published
5th gear47 km/hNot published
Reverse7 km/hNot published
DropboxNot publishedVolvo IL2 ATC, 100% longitudinal dog-clutch diff lock
AxlesNot publishedVolvo ARB H40, planetary hub reductions, 100% dog-clutch diff locks; 6x4 / 6x6 automatic
Brakes
Service brake force174 kNNot published
Park and emergency brake force251 kNNot published
Retardation power, continuous335 kW (449 hp)Not published
Retardation power, maximum494 kW (662 hp)Not published
Hydraulics
Pump flow202 L/minNot published
Max pressure310 bar26 MPaSystem max working pressure
Steering angle45°4.1 lock-to-lock turns45°±45°, 3.4 steering-wheel turns lock to lock
Tyres
Tyres23.5 R25 (750/65 R25 optional)29.5R25 (option 875/65R25)
Performance
Reverse speedNot published18 km/h
Turning radius (outer)Not published8.957 m
Inside radiusNot published4.327 m
Service capacities
DEF / AdBlue tankNot published39 L
Engine oil, with filterNot published51 LCrankcase
Cooling systemNot published44 L
Brake cooling systemNot published188 L
Hydraulic tankNot published174 L
Service intervals
Engine oil and filterNot published1,000 hours
GreasingNot published250 hours
Sources: Bell B25E / B30E ADT PIN3.6 Stage V brochure (2446, July 2025), B30E pages · Volvo A35G/A40G Stage V brochure 20057406-D (2021)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Bell B30E vs Volvo A40G: questions
Which has more power, the Bell B30E or Volvo A40G?
The Volvo A40G: Bell B30E 260 kW (348 hp), Volvo A40G 347 kW (472 hp) (net power), a 33% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Bell B30E or Volvo A40G?
The Volvo A40G: Bell B30E 302 L, Volvo A40G 480 L (fuel tank), a 59% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
