# Volvo CE's R70 rigid hauler debuts in Europe

Volvo Construction Equipment's R70 rigid hauler has begun operations at SHF Steinbruchbetriebe's Bettenfeld Quarry, marking its European debut. The 65-ton payload machine was built at Volvo CE's Motherwell plant.

- Type: Product launch
- Announced: 2026-08-11
- Where: Bettenfeld Quarry, Germany
- Status: completed
- Capacity: 65-ton payload
- Products: R70 rigid hauler
- Sectors: [Mining Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/mining-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [Volvo Construction Equipment](https://endata.com/companies/15315.md)

## Sources

- [world-mining-equipment.com](https://world-mining-equipment.com/news/listings/all/all/4), 2026-08-11: "Volvo Construction Equipment's R70 rigid hauler has begun operations at SHF Steinbruchbetriebe's Bettenfeld Quarry, marking its European debut."

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