The three machines evaluated in these inspection reports are 2023 Volvo EC380EL Standard Configuration Heavy Excavators (Serial Numbers: VCEC350EL00314785, VCEC380EC00315769, and VCEC380EH00315759). Built as production-class 38-ton earthmovers, the EC380EL model is powered by a Tier 4 Final/Stage V Volvo D13J 6-cylinder diesel engine delivering 303 hp (226 kW). Configured in standard setup, the machine features an operating weight of approximately 83,500 to 95,000 lbs, a maximum digging depth of 24 ft 9 in (7.5 m), a maximum ground-level reach of 36 ft 3 in (11.1 m), and a dump height of 23 ft 9 in (7.2 m). Key capacities include a 163.8-gallon (620 L) fuel tank, a 15.9-gallon (60 L) DEF tank, a 132-gallon (500 L) hydraulic system with a main pump flow of 2x 79.3 gpm (2x 300 L/min), and a 11.1-gallon (42 L) engine oil capacity, making this model ideal for heavy civil construction, quarry, and bulk material-handling operations.

Across all three units—each logging between 4,960 and 5,150 operating hours—the core hydraulic structures, boom/stick pins, swing gearboxes, travel motors, and operator cabin control interfaces remain in solid working condition, but each presents distinct maintenance and mechanical profiles for prospective buyers. Unit 315759 (4,971 hrs) has clean undercarriage components and hydraulic pump drive, but suffers a critical engine knock and system failure (suspected rocker arm/lifter issue) along with a damaged DEF fill neck and broken windshield retract cables. Unit 315769 (4,961 hrs) presents moderate wear with cracked inner track bushings, a bell housing oil leak, hydraulic pump drive/mount leaks, and a cracked windshield, though its A/C and backup systems are functional. Unit 314785 (5,146 hrs) has the most extensive wear profile (26 defects), including broken/cracked track bushings, multiple active engine and hydraulic leaks (remote oil pressure line, pump drive, and pilot line), inoperable A/C and backup alarm, damaged entry steps, and a bent bucket bottom. Buyers should note that all three units are overdue for engine servicing (487–540+ hrs past due), carry high-hour original or non-long-life fluids/filters, and feature aftermarket plexiglass replacements in the lower cab windows.

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