Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is upgrading its L30 and L35 compact wheel loaders with the most significant frame redesign since the machines were introduced in 1998, giving customers more flexibility to adapt the machines for different jobs while improving service access and everyday operation.
The updated L30 and L35 made their public debut at GaLaBau in Nuremberg, Germany, in September 2026, featuring a redesigned rear end with new possibilities for fitting equipment, improved service access and a redesigned cab entrance. The upgrades build on the established performance of the two machines, including strong lifting and breakout forces, precise pallet-fork handling and traction.
“Customers use the L30 and L35 across a wide variety of applications, often asking one machine to perform several different jobs,” says Arno Michels, global product manager at Volvo CE. “These updates make it simpler to adapt the machine as those needs change, while also improving servicing and daily operation.”
Easier adaptation for changing jobs
A redesigned rear end makes the L30 and L35 more adaptable to different applications. New mounting points simplify the installation of rear-mounted equipment, helping customers get more from one machine as their needs change, while rear-mounted equipment and different trailer couplings can be fitted quickly. Hydraulic and electrical connections can also be added or retrofitted with less installation work.
This added flexibility complements the loaders’ existing hydraulic capabilities, including adjustable auxiliary flow and high-flow hydraulics of up to 100 litres per minute on the L30 and 110 litres per minute on the L35, supporting a wide range of attachments.
Improved service access to support uptime
The redesigned rear of the machine also gives technicians better access for servicing and repairs. Split side-mounted counterweights can be removed when needed, while a larger opening in the front frame improves access to key components and simplifies the installation of additional hydraulic or electrical equipment. These updates complement existing uptime features including ground-level service access, long service intervals, machine monitoring and Volvo’s telematics services.
Redesigned cab for operator comfort
Operators will also notice a redesigned cab entrance, with three ergonomically positioned steps, well-placed handrails and a wide-opening door. Inside, a high seating position and good all-round visibility give a clear view of the machine, attachment and surrounding site, while low in-cab noise, heating, optional air conditioning, an adjustable steering column and an ergonomic joystick are intended to keep operators comfortable throughout the working day. A 5-inch display, controlled via a jog wheel, provides access to key machine information.
“These updates build on everything customers already value about the L30 and L35,” Michels adds. “We’ve focused on practical improvements that make a real difference in everyday use, helping customers get even more from two already proven machines.”
Production of the updated L30 and L35 is scheduled to begin in late 2026. Volvo CE, founded in 1832, is part of the Volvo Group.
