This is a Volvo L120H LB wheel loader, available from dealer Bernd Strack based in Konz, Germany. The machine is listed on The Commercial Trader and can be shipped to the UK – contact the seller for delivery options and pricing.
The L120H is Volvo’s 20-tonne class wheel loader, powered by a Volvo D6E engine producing 276 HP with 1,330 Nm of torque. It’s a Tier 4 Final / Stage IV compliant machine, so it meets current emissions requirements. The all-Volvo powertrain – engine, transmission, axles, and hydraulics all designed in-house – is one of the L120H’s main selling points, as it means every component is matched for optimal efficiency and reliability rather than being a mix of third-party systems bolted together.
The “LB” designation on this model indicates the log and lumber handling configuration. This typically means the machine is set up with a log fork or grapple attachment and may have reinforced guarding, a higher-spec hydraulic circuit for the attachment, and forestry-rated protection for the cab and undercarriage. Buyers should confirm the exact specification and attachments included with the seller.
Why the Volvo L120H Is a Strong Choice
The L120H sits in a sweet spot for operators who need something bigger than a compact loader but don’t need to step up to a 30-tonne machine. Standard bucket capacity is around 3.3 cubic metres, with a breakout force that handles heavy aggregate, quarry stockpiling, log yard work, and general material handling without struggling. Operating weight is approximately 21 tonnes depending on configuration.
Volvo’s OptiShift technology is available on the L120H, which can cut fuel consumption by up to 18% compared to conventional torque converter setups. The 1,000-hour engine service intervals keep the machine in work rather than in the workshop, and the tilting cab (hydraulically operated to 30 or 70 degrees) gives straightforward access to the engine and drivetrain components when maintenance is needed.
The L120H has been in production since 2014 and is widely used across the UK and Europe in quarries, forestry, waste handling, and construction. Parts and dealer support from Volvo CE are well established, which is important for operators running these machines hard every day.
