Choosing mini excavators for the job
Compare tail swing, machine width, blade configuration, transport weight and auxiliary hydraulics against the actual work. Trailer and tow-vehicle limits can be as important as digging performance.
Machine classes
- Micro excavators
- Compact conventional-tail
- Reduced-tail-swing
- Zero-tail-swing
- Cab and canopy configurations
Specifications that matter
- Operating and transport weight
- Overall width
- Digging depth
- Tail overhang
- Auxiliary flow
- Blade dimensions
- Coupler type
Used-equipment inspection priorities
- Check boom swing, slew play and blade pins
- Inspect rubber tracks, sprockets and lower rollers
- Confirm auxiliary lines and coupler operation with the intended work tools