Small Excavator

Q: How to operate a small excavator?

Operating a small excavator involves mastering basic controls, maintaining steady movement, and practicing safe digging techniques. Operators use joysticks to control the boom, arm, bucket, and swing, while foot pedals manage travel. Proper training, jobsite awareness, and regular equipment inspection are essential for safe, effective operation.

Q: What are the different sizes of small excavators?

For SANY, small excavators cover a versatile range that generally fits between compact and mid-sized machines. Models span 5.5 to 15.5 tons, allowing operators to choose the right balance of power, reach, and maneuverability for landscaping, trenching, utility installation, and other confined-space applications.

Q: What are the key features of small excavators?

Small excavators like SANY’s offer several essential features that make them ideal for compact or urban job sites: - A compact frame for maneuvering in tight spaces - Efficient hydraulic systems for smooth digging control - Multiple bucket and attachment options - Fuel-efficient engines for lower operating costs - Comfortable operator cabins for improved productivity

SANY Small Excavators: Powerful Precision for Every Job Amid busy job sites and narrow urban spaces, SANY small excavators bring agility, comfort, and intelligent control to tight or complex worksites, turning challenging spaces into efficient, productive environments. Versatile Performance for Any Space: Ranging from 5.5T to 15.5T, SANY small excavators for sale maneuver easily through narrow streets and urban zones. Bucket capacities from 0.21 to 0.7 m³ support diverse tasks, from municipal trenching to fine-detail landscaping. Intelligent Attachment Compatibility: Preset hydraulic flow, quick-change pipelines, and multiple auxiliary circuits make switching tools fast and seamless. Users who buy a small excavator benefit from true multi-purpose capability for breakers, augers, grapples, and regional jobsite needs. Strong Power with Lower Fuel Use: Engine outputs from 36 to 120 kW combine with advanced electro-hydraulic control and adjustable work modes to deliver strong performance with reduced fuel consumption, ideal for those comparing small excavators for sale. Comfort and Safety for Long Shifts: Spacious cabs, suspension seating, clean airflow, and secure management systems create a low-fatigue, operator-friendly environment. Proven Durability in Tough Conditions: Reinforced structures, dependable hydraulics, and multi-stage filtration ensure consistent, long-term reliability across varying soils and climates. Exploring small excavators for sale or seeking a dependable upgrade? Choose SANY small excavators, large excavators or wheel excavators now to make every task smoother, safer, and more productive!

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Operating Weight

5.5 - 10 T 10 - 20 T

Bucket Capacity

0.2 - 0.5 m³ 0.5 - 0.8 m³

Standard Boom

2 - 4 m 4 - 6 m

Country

5.5 - 7.5T Small Excavator

Bucket Capacity: 0.21 - 0.28 m³

Engine Power: 36 - 45.4 kW

Operating Weight: 5.78 - 7.28 T

SY55C SY60C(Tier4 F & Stage Ⅴ) SY65W SY75C SY75C(Tier4 F & Stage Ⅴ)

8 - 13.5T Small Excavator

Bucket Capacity: 0.28 - 0.6 m³

Engine Power: 53.7 - 73 kW

Operating Weight: 8.8 - 16.8 T

SY80U SY95C(Tier4 F & Stage Ⅴ) SY135C(Tier4 F & Stage Ⅴ) SY135C SY135F

15.5T Small Excavator

Bucket Capacity: 0.22 - 0.7 m³

Engine Power: 78 - 120 kW

Operating Weight: 13.5 - 16 T

SY155U(Tier4 F & Stage Ⅴ) SY155H

FAQ

What is a small excavator called?

A small excavator is commonly called a compact excavator or mini excavator. Unlike large excavators, these machines are designed for tight spaces and lighter jobs, offering strong digging performance with a smaller footprint. They are frequently used in landscaping, utilities, residential projects, and urban construction work.