Where to find it
Volvo's product identification plate is usually on the right side of the upper frame. By machine:
- Excavators: on the right side of the upper structure near the cab, with the number also on the front left of the cab.
- Wheel loaders: on the curb side, behind the right front wheel.
- Articulated haulers: on the main frame near the front axle, or on the chassis plate inside the cab.
What the plate tells you
The Volvo product identification plate is unusually informative. It typically lists the model designation, serial number, machine weight, engine power, manufacturing year, and CE approval. That means the plate itself gives you the model and the year, which is exactly what you want to confirm before buying.
Modern Volvo machines also carry a 17-character PIN, and MachVerity reads the year from a standard PIN and identifies the make where it is registered.
Confirming the details
Start with the plate, since it lists the model and year directly. To confirm the full build details, give the serial to an authorized Volvo dealer.
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Frequently asked
Where is the serial number on a Volvo excavator?
On the product identification plate on the right side of the upper structure near the cab, with the number also on the front left of the cab.
What information is on a Volvo PIN plate?
It typically lists the model designation, serial number, machine weight, engine power, manufacturing year and CE approval, so the plate itself gives you the model and year.
How do I find the year of a Volvo machine?
The product identification plate lists the manufacturing year. A standard 17-character PIN also encodes the year in its tenth character.