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1985 Champion 730A Series II Motor Grader
Manuals
An Operator's Manual for the Champion 730A Series II motor grader has not been located.
However, the Operator's Manuals for Series I and Series III motor graders have been located.
The Series III Operator's Manual most closely matches the Series II motor grader.
Series I Operator's Manual
8/24/1977 (PDF 9.48 MB) 
Series III Operator's Manual
L-4014-01 - 5/1991
Shop Manual - L-2005
Service Training Manual
SN 16245 to 20604 &
2021-2 to 2658-2
L-5002 - 3/1987 (PDF 11.3 MB)
Service Training Manual
Series III
L-5003-01 - 10/1991
(PDF 21.2 MB)
Service Training Manual
Series III
SN 21911 to 24735
L-5005 - 12/1993
(PDF 20.4 MB)
Parts Manual
Serial Numbers 16245 to 21910
& 2021-2 to 2658-2
L-3008
Parts Quick Reference Guide
700 Models
Serial Numbers 16245 - 32999
L-21003-03 - 1/2002
(PDF 10.2 MB)
CalTrans Lube Folio (PDF 133 KB)
Champion and 700 Series Background:
Champion graders were first introduced in 1875.
The 700 Series was first introduced in 1975 and had progressed to Series VI by 1999.
In 1997 Champion was purchased by Volvo Construction Equipment.
In 2001 the Champion name was replaced by Volvo. Volvo introduced the G700B series of motor graders in 2002, which are powered exclusively with Volvo engines.
In 2006 the G900-series of motor graders was launched.
Overview of the Champion 700 Series I, II, & III progression:
Champion 700 Series I
In 1975 Champion's 700 Series I was launched.
A new generation of grader technology with design improvements in every component.
Champion now offered a wide range of models in a choice of articulated or conventional frame.
Models included: 710, 715, 715A, 720, 720A, 740, 740A and 760.
Purchasers were offered the choice of different powertrain choices which became a systems nightmare regarding parts, service etc.
Maintained focus on ability to cut and push.
Extensive design improvements.
Champion 700 Series II
In 1984 Champion's 700 Series II was launched.
Cummins was chosen as the sole provider of engines to Champion motor graders.
The 8400 powershift transmission was introduced, other powertrain options used on Series I machines were eliminated.
The 730 and 730A Models were introduced.
Champion 700 Series III
In 1989 the production of Champion's 700 Series III started.
Duramide bearings were developed for Champion and introduced on the circle and moldboard slide.
The rear cowl was sloped downward from the rear of the cab to improve visibility to the rear of the grader.
The Company continued to remain focused primarily on the governmental sector.
Easy access cowling.
Efficient circle turn system.
Simplified and more efficient hydraulics.
Improved rear visibility.
Volvo Construction Equipment Contact Information
Volvo Construction Equipment
Volvo Motor Graders Ltd.
Champion Road Machinery Limited (Europe)
160 Maitland Road
Goderich, Ontario
Canada N7A 3Y6
Phone: (519)524-2601
Fax: (519) 524-3015
Certification: ISO 9003:1994
Mailing Address:
PO Box 10 Stn Main
Goderich, Ontario
Canada N7A 3Y6
www.volvo.com
www.volvoce.com
www.volvogroup.com
www.volvo.com/constructionequipment
www.volvoce.com/global/en/products-and-services/past-products/motor-graders/volvo
Volvo Construction Equipment North America, Inc.
304 Volvo Way
Shippensburg, PA 17257
United States
Phone: 855-235-6014
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services (VCES)
www.vcesvolvo.com
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California - Dealer Locator
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator
Bakersfield, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
9150 Golden State Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Phone: 661-387-6090
Fax: 661-387-6091
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-bakersfield
Corona, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
22099 Knabe Road
Corona, CA 92883
Phone: 951-277-7620
Fax: 951-277-4550
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-corona
Fresno, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
4501 East Volvo Avenue
Fresno, CA 93725
Phone: 559-834-4420
Fax: 559-834-4425
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-fresno
Lakeside, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
12345 Mapleview Street
LAKESIDE, California 92040
Phone: 619-590-3300
Fax: 619-441-1214
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-lakeside
Redding, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
REDDING, California 96003
Fresno, CA 93725
Phone: 279-201-4869
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-california-redding
Sacramento, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
8594 Fruitridge Road
Sacramento, CA 95826
Phone: 916-388-2244
Fax: 916-388-9944
Contact: Twila
Parts: Mark Walker
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-sacramento
San Leandro, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
1944 Marina Boulevard
San Leandro, CA 94577
Phone: 510-357-9131
Fax: 510-483-7287
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-san-leandro
Turlock, CA
Volvo Construction Equipment & Services California
1265 Venture Lane
TURLOCK, California 95380
Phone: 209-410-6710
Fax: 209-668-3543
www.volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/contact-us/dealer-locator/us/vces-turlock
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