Used Excavators for sale in Kansas City, MO

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  • 2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale

    2018 Caterpillar 336FL12

    4,142 Hours

    $214,400

    $218,700

    Kansas City, MO
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    2018 Caterpillar 336FL12 for sale

    2018 Caterpillar 336FL12

    $218,700

    $214,400

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • .
    • - FOLEY WORK READY -
    • ATTACHMENTS SHOWN SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY NOT BE
    • INCLUDED IN PRICE
    • ACCUMULATOR WITH CRN
    • ALARM, TRAVEL
    • BOOM, HD REACH 21' 4"
    • CAB GP
    • CAMERA, REAR VIEW
    • CHANGER,HAND CTRL 2-WAY (ANSI)
    • CIRCUIT, COMBINED
    • CLEAN EMISSIONS MODULE
    • COLD WEATHER STARTING PKG
    • COMBINED CIR STP PKG
    • CONTROL, FINE SWING
    • COOLING, HIGH AMBIENT
    • COUNTERWEIGHT, STD
    • COUPLER LINES, REACH BOOM
    • COVER, FENDER
    • CTRL, CAT PIN GRABBER COUPLER
    • CYLINDER, BKT (DB LINKAGE)
    • CYLINDER, BOOM
    • CYLINDER, STICK (W/O SLCV)
    • ENGINE AR-COMPL
    • GUARD, BOTTOM, HEAVY DUTY
    • GUARD, SWIVEL
    • GUARD, TRACK GUIDE, SEGMENTED
    • GUARD, TRAVEL MOTOR, HD
    • HATCH, OPENABLE ROOF (DUAL)
    • JOYSTICK, THUMB WHEEL
    • LIGHTING, CAB (HALOGEN)
    • LIN,STICK-IN TCS
    • LINES, BOOM-UP (STD)
    • LINES, CYLINDER, BOOM
    • LINES, FRONT (QC)
    • LINES, OIL COOLER, STD
    • LINES, SDRV (STD/PGQC)
    • LINES,BDRV (TCS20)
    • LINES,TRAVEL (STP)
    • LINES-HP, R12'10" STICK
    • LINES-HP, REACH BOOM
    • LINES-QC, R12'10" STICK
    • LINKAGE, BKT-DB W/LIFT
    • MACHINE CONTROLLER
    • MAT, FLOOR, RH PEDAL
    • MIRROR, W/O GUARD
    • MODULE AR-EXH
    • Operator's Manual
    • PANEL, STD START SWITCH
    • PEDAL, STRAIGHT TR
    • PRODUCT LINK, SATELLITE PL631
    • REACH BOOM HD PKG
    • SEAT BELT 2"
    • SEAT,H-BACK,HEATER,S/AIR,COOL
    • STICK, R12'10" DB HD
    • TERMINALS, JUMP START
    • TRACK, 33" TG (GLT)
    • UPPER COVER, STANDARD
    • VALVE, ANTI DRIFT, BOOM
    • VALVE, ANTI DRIFT, STICK
    • VALVE, HYDRAULIC
    • WASHER, WINDSHIELD UPPER/LOWER
    • WIPER-RADIAL, 70/30 W/LOWER
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    2019 Caterpillar 308E2CRSBL

    1,504 Hours

    $103,870

    Kansas City, MO
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    2019 Caterpillar 308E2CRSBL for sale

    2019 Caterpillar 308E2CRSBL

    $103,870

  • 2012 John-Deere 470G for sale2012 John-Deere 470G for sale2012 John-Deere 470G for sale2012 John-Deere 470G for sale2012 John-Deere 470G for sale2012 John-Deere 470G for sale

    2012 John Deere 470G

    12,585 Hours

    $74,800

    Kansas City, MO
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    2012 John-Deere 470G for sale

    2012 John Deere 470G

    $74,800

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • LIGHTING
    • FIRE EXTINGUISHER
    • AM FM RADIO
    • HAND AND FOOT CONTROL
  • 2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale

    2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO

    650 Hours

    $20,900

    $21,900

    Kansas City, MO
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    2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO for sale

    2018 Caterpillar 300.9DSO

    $21,900

    $20,900

  • 2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale

    2016 Caterpillar 349FL12

    7,080 Hours

    $189,900

    $226,700

    Kansas City, MO
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    2016 Caterpillar 349FL12 for sale

    2016 Caterpillar 349FL12

    $226,700

    $189,900

  • 2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale

    2018 Komatsu PC360LC11

    4,809 Hours

    $138,900

    Kc, MO
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    2018 Komatsu PC360LC11 for sale

    2018 Komatsu PC360LC11

    $138,900

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • LIGHTING
    • ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL
    • AM FM RADIO
    • EPA LABEL
    • AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS
    • COUPLER, QUICK
    • ENGINE ENCLOSURES
    • BOOM, 1 PIECE
    • STICK, LONG
    • CARBODY, STANDARD
    • HAND AND FOOT CONTROL
    • MACHINE IS ON CONSIGNMENT BY A LOCAL CONTRACTOR. SELLING AS IS WHERE IS WITH ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN FAULTS INCLUDING SAFETY ITEMS. NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HOURS MAY VARY AS IT IS STILL IN USE
    • Z-MACHINE IS ON CONSIGNMENT BY A LOCAL CONTRACTOR. SELLING AS IS WHERE IS WITH ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN FAULTS INCLUDING SAFETY ITEMS. NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HOURS MAY VARY AS IT IS STILL IN USE

    Specifications

    • Emission Rating:
    • Engine Manufacturer: Komatsu
    • Engine Model: SAA 6D 114E 6
    • Displacement: 8.85ltr
    • Engine Output - Net: 192kW
    • Track Drive Type: 3 Speed Hydrostatic
    • Transport Length - Maximum: 11170mm
    • Transport Height - Maximum: 3760mm
    • Overall Undercarriage Width: 3440mm
    • Ground Clearance: 498mm
    • Ground Level Reach - Mono Boom: 10920mm
    • Dig Depth - Mono Boom: 7380mm
    • Fuel Tank: 605ltr
    • Hydraulic Tank: 188ltr
    • Swing Speed: 9.5rpm
    • Bucket Breakout: 228kN
    • Operating Weight: 36129kg
    • Media: Hero ShotMachine Brochure
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    2020 John Deere 190GW

    5,816 Hours

    $150,000

    Kansas City, MO
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    2020 John-Deere 190GW for sale

    2020 John Deere 190GW

    $150,000

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • EROPS
    • LIGHTING
    • AM FM RADIO
    • AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS
    • MATERIAL HANDLER ARRANGEMENT
    • BOOM, 2 PIECE
    • STABILIZER
    • COMBINED HYDRAULICS ONE OR TWO WAY
    • MACHINE IS ON CONSIGNMENT BY A LOCAL CONTRACTOR. SELLING AS IS WHERE IS WITH NO WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING SAFETY ITEMS. MACHINE HOURS MAY VARY AS IT IS STILL IN USE.
    • AIR SUSPENSION SEAT
    • REAR VIEW CAMERA
    • PATTERN CHANGER

    Specifications

    • Emission Rating: Interim Tier 4
    • Engine Manufacturer: Isuzu
    • Engine Model: 4 HK1X
    • Displacement: 5.2ltr
    • Engine Output - Net: 119kW
    • Steering Type: 2W
    • Tyre Size - Standard: 10.00-20
    • Number Of Tyres - Standard: 8
    • Minimum Transport Length - Articulated Boom: 8800mm
    • Transport Height - Over Articulated Boom: 3210mm
    • Tailswing Radius: 2320mm
    • Wheelbase: 2650mm
    • Standard Dipper Length: 2710mm
    • Dig Depth - Mono Boom: 5830mm
    • Dozer Blade: Optional
    • Fuel Tank: 290ltr
    • Slew Speed: 12.2rpm
    • Operating Weight: 19960kg
    • Media: Machine BrochureMachine Brochure
  • 2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale

    2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC

    2,399 Hours

    $49,850

    $55,050

    Kansas City, MO
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    2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC for sale

    2017 Caterpillar 305E2LC

    $55,050

    $49,850

    Features

    • RADIO
    • .
    • - FOLEY WORK READY -
    • SHOWN ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY NOT BE
    • INCLUDED IN PRICE
    • PACK, DOMESTIC TRUCK
    • LANE 3 ORDER
    • LINES, STICK
    • LINES, BOOM
    • BATTERY, DISCONNECT
    • FILM, QUICK COUPLER, ANSI
    • SERIALIZED TECHNICAL MEDIA KIT
    • STICK PKG LONG W/O 2ND AUX
    • *ALARM, TRAVEL
    • *BELT, SEAT, 3" RETRACTABLE
    • *COOLING, HIGH AMBIENT
    • *LINES, AUXILIARY, LONG STICK
    • *MIRROR, CAB, RIGHT
    • *LINES, BUCKET, LONG STICK
    • *CONTROL PATTERN CHANGER
    • *SEAT FABRIC HIGH BACK SUSP
    • *CAB W/ AIR CONDITIONER
    • *ELECTRICAL ARRANGEMENT
    • *LINKAGE BUCKET W/ LIFTING EYE
    • *DRAIN, ECOLOGY
    • *STICK, LONG, HEAVY DUTY
    • *305E2 HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
    • *HYDRAULICS STD W/O 2ND AUX
    • FILM, PRODUCT LINK, ANSI
    • HEATER, WATER JACKET
    • ****THUMB READY****
    • 305E2 2017
    • RADIO
    • BLADE, 78", BOLT-ON
    • TRACK, RUBBER BELT
    • INSTRUCTIONS, ANSI
    • PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PL240
    • LIGHTS, STANDARD
  • 2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale

    2017 Caterpillar 315FL9

    2,904 Hours

    $133,140

    $154,840

    Kansas City, MO
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    2017 Caterpillar 315FL9 for sale

    2017 Caterpillar 315FL9

    $154,840

    $133,140

    Features

    • ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL
    • **NOW AVAILABLE**
    • - FOLEY WORK READY -
    • SHOWN ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY NOT BE
    • INCLUDED IN PRICE
    • LANE 3 ORDER
    • *LIGHTING, CAB (HALOGEN)
    • *PANEL, STD START SWITCH
    • *SEAT, H-BACK, W/HEATER,S/AIR
    • *ALARM, TRAVEL
    • *AIR CONDITIONER
    • *CONTROL, FINE SWING
    • *ACCUMULATOR WITH CRN
    • *RADIO, 24V AM/FM
    • STORAGE PROTECTION (EXPORT)
    • *CTRL, CAT PIN GRABBER COUPLER
    • *PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PL641
    • *REACH BOOM HD PKG
    • *DECALS, EXTERIOR ANSI
    • *DECALS, CAB ANSI
    • *MIRROR, W/O GUARD
    • *COOLING, HIGH AMBIENT
    • *HYD VLV TCS PKG
    • *LIGHT, BOOM RIGHT SIDE
    • *TANK, FUEL
    • *GUARD, TRACK MOTOR
    • *LINES-HP, R9'10" STICK
    • *LINES-QC, REACH BOOM
    • *LINKAGE, BKT W/O LIFT
    • *CYLINDER, BKT
    • *GUARD, TRACK GUIDING, CENTER
    • *SUPPORT, AUX LINES, R-BOOM
    • *GUARD, BOTTOM, STANDARD
    • *BLADE, 8'2"
    • *TRACK, 20" TG W/RUBBER PAD
    • *COUNTERWEIGHT, 7,940 LBS
    • *FRAME, BASE, LONG U/C BLADE
    • *SWIVEL, BLADE
    • *CONTROL, BLADE, W/PUMP
    • *SEAT BELT, 2" RETRACTABLE
    • *BATTERY, STANDARD
    • ROLL ON-ROLL OFF W/O BKT QC A
    • *LINES-FRONT, STD W/ PGQC
    • *CAB-ROPS,70/30 W/VANDAL G-BOSS
    • *WINDOW, REAR, DUAL EXIT
    • *CAMERA REAR VIEW W/GRDRAIL
    • *KEY
    • *COVER, TANK STANDARD
    • *LINES-HP, REACH BOOM TCS
    • *LINES-QC, R9'10" STICK
    • *315F L HEX
    • *FRAME, SWING
    • *MIRROR, CAB LEFT
    • *HOOD, ENGINE
    • *COMBINED CIR PKG
    • *CHANGER,HAND CTRL 2-WAY
    • 315F L 2017
    • HOUR METER CHANGE AT 1055 HOURS
    • INSTRUCTION,NORTH AMERICA ANSI
    • STICK, R9'10" HD
    • INSTRUCTIONS, ENGLISH
    • ANTIFREEZE, -50C (-58F)
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    2020 Caterpillar 304E2LC

    836 Hours

    $59,420

    Kansas City, MO
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    2020 Caterpillar 304E2LC

    $59,420

  • 2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale2021 Caterpillar 305E2CR for sale

    2021 Caterpillar 305E2LC

    1,033 Hours

    $86,700

    Kansas City, MO
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    2021 Caterpillar 305E2LC

    $86,700

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • PRODUCT LINK
    • LIGHTING
    • AM FM RADIO
    • AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS
    • COUPLER, QUICK
    • ENGINE ENCLOSURES
    • BOOM, 1 PIECE
    • STICK, SHORT
    • CARBODY, STANDARD
    • THUMB, HYDRAULIC
    • RUBBER TRACK
    • .
    • - FOLEY WORK READY -
    • ATTACHMENTS SHOWN SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY NOT BE
    • INCLUDED IN PRICE
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    2019 Caterpillar 316FL

    1,598 Hours

    $165,000

    Kansas City, MO
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    2019 Caterpillar 316FL for sale

    2019 Caterpillar 316FL

    $165,000

    Features

    • AIR CONDITIONER
    • LIGHTING
    • AM FM RADIO
    • EPA LABEL
    • AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS
    • ENGINE ENCLOSURES
    • BOOM, 1 PIECE
    • STICK, MEDIUM
    • CARBODY, STANDARD
    • THUMB, HYDRAULIC
    • COUPLER, HYDRAULIC
    • STRAIGHT TRAVEL PEDAL
    • ~MACHINE IS ON CONSIGNMENT BY A LOCAL CONTRACTOR. SELLING AS IS WHERE IS WITH ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN FAULTS INCLUDING SAFETY ITEMS. NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HOURS MAY VARY AS IT IS STILL IN USE.~
    • Z-MACHINE IS ON CONSIGNMENT BY A LOCAL CONTRACTOR. SELLING AS IS WHERE IS WITH ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN FAULTS INCLUDING SAFETY ITEMS. NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HOURS MAY VARY AS IT IS STILL IN USE.
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    2020 John Deere 190GW

    5,816 Hours

    $185,000

    Kansas City, MO
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    2020 John-Deere 190GW for sale

    2020 John Deere 190GW

    $185,000

    Specifications

    • Emission Rating: Interim Tier 4
    • Engine Manufacturer: Isuzu
    • Engine Model: 4 HK1X
    • Displacement: 5.2ltr
    • Engine Output - Net: 119kW
    • Steering Type: 2W
    • Tyre Size - Standard: 10.00-20
    • Number Of Tyres - Standard: 8
    • Minimum Transport Length - Articulated Boom: 8800mm
    • Transport Height - Over Articulated Boom: 3210mm
    • Tailswing Radius: 2320mm
    • Wheelbase: 2650mm
    • Standard Dipper Length: 2710mm
    • Dig Depth - Mono Boom: 5830mm
    • Dozer Blade: Optional
    • Fuel Tank: 290ltr
    • Slew Speed: 12.2rpm
    • Operating Weight: 19960kg
    • Media: Machine BrochureMachine Brochure
  • 2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale

    2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11

    4,808 Hours

    $145,000

    Kansas City, MO
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    2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 for sale

    2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11

    $145,000

    Specifications

    • Emission Rating:
    • Engine Manufacturer: Komatsu
    • Engine Model: SAA 6D 114E 6
    • Displacement: 8.85ltr
    • Engine Output - Net: 192kW
    • Track Drive Type: 3 Speed Hydrostatic
    • Transport Length - Maximum: 11170mm
    • Transport Height - Maximum: 3760mm
    • Overall Undercarriage Width: 3440mm
    • Ground Clearance: 498mm
    • Ground Level Reach - Mono Boom: 10920mm
    • Dig Depth - Mono Boom: 7380mm
    • Fuel Tank: 605ltr
    • Hydraulic Tank: 188ltr
    • Swing Speed: 9.5rpm
    • Bucket Breakout: 228kN
    • Operating Weight: 36129kg
    • Media: Hero ShotMachine Brochure
  • 2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale

    2018 Takeuchi TB216

    1,216 Hours

    $25,085

    $26,592

    North Kansas City, MO
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    2018 Takeuchi TB216 for sale

    2018 Takeuchi TB216

    $26,592

    $25,085

    About this equipment

    Our compact excavators (also known as mini-excavators) are perfect for your earth-moving needs in close working conditions. Select from multiple dig depths, 3 arm configurations and 3 tail swing configurations. These mini-excavators are easy and safe to transport by pickup or trailer.

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Overview

An excavator is a powerful, multipurpose construction machine used for digging out the earth with a bucket attachment. Diesel-powered and designed to handle a variety of tasks, excavators have evolved into an essential piece of heavy equipment for construction sites, mining, waste management, forestry, and other industries.

Types and Components of Excavators

New and used excavators come in various sizes and styles, but the primary purpose remains the same – digging. The most common types of excavator are the standard hydraulic excavators, mini excavators, and long-reach excavators. 

Standard excavators are versatile and efficient, perfect for the majority of construction projects. Compact excavators are smaller in size, making them an excellent choice for jobs in confined spaces or where maneuverability is essential. Long-reach excavators have an extended arm and boom, granting them access to hard-to-reach areas for tasks like dredging or excavation in deep pits.

Most excavators for sale have a tracked design, which provides increased stability and resistance to slipping on rough or loose terrain. However, some models feature wheels for more accessible transportation and increased speed on paved surfaces.

The main components of an excavator include the cab, engine, boom, digging arm, hydraulic system, and attachment (usually a bucket). The cab is where the operator sits and controls the machine, typically offering excellent visibility and comfort. The engine powers the excavator, with most models using diesel engines for their power and efficiency. The boom, a long articulated arm, provides the excavator's range and reach. The digging arm, also known as the dipper or stick, connects to the boom and attachment, allowing the excavator to dig and carry materials.

The hydraulic system plays a critical role in the operation of an excavator. It uses pressurized fluid to move the boom, arm, and attachment, granting the machine its incredible power and precision. The attachments, most commonly a bucket, are interchangeable, allowing the excavator to take on various tasks beyond digging.

Capabilities and Uses of Excavators

While excavators are primarily used for digging, their adaptability and diverse range of attachments make them one of the most versatile heavy machines in the construction industry. Excavators can dig between 10 to 48 feet deep, depending on the size and reach of the model. They are also stable on slopes, making them ideal for digging trenches, foundations, and even large pits.

With the right attachments, excavators can take on many other tasks:

1. Clearing Brush: Using brush cutters or mulcher attachments, excavators can effectively clear land of unwanted vegetation and overgrowth. This capability is especially useful in preparing construction sites and maintaining property borders.

2. Loading and Dumping: When equipped with a bucket attachment, the excavator becomes an efficient loader, capable of lifting and transporting large amounts of materials, such as soil, gravel, sand, rocks, and debris. This comes in handy while working on construction sites, in mining, or during waste management tasks.

3. Demolishing: Fitted with a hydraulic breaker or crusher attachment, excavators transform into powerful demolition machines. They can effectively break through walls, floors, and even reinforced concrete, making them indispensable in demolition and renovation projects.

4. Lifting and Moving Objects: Excavators can also function as cranes when equipped with a lifting attachment, enabling them to move heavy objects around construction sites or load materials onto trucks.

5. Drilling and Piling: With a rotary drilling attachment, excavators can bore holes into the ground for installing foundation elements like piles or conducting soil tests.

Safety and Maintenance of Excavators

Like any heavy equipment, safety is of utmost importance when operating an excavator. Operators must undergo proper training and obtain necessary certifications to ensure they can safely and effectively maneuver the machine. Always adhere to safety guidelines and regulations, including wearing appropriate safety gear, maintaining a secure working distance, and following load capacities.

Routine and regular maintenance of excavators is vital to ensure their longevity and efficiency. Operators should inspect their machines daily, checking for any damages, leaks, or potential issues. Regularly monitoring the hydraulic system, engine, transmission, and tracks or wheels can help detect any problems early, preventing costly repairs or downtime.

Conclusion

Excavators are a valuable asset to the construction, mining, and other industries, thanks to their versatility, power, and efficiency. With various types, sizes, and attachments available, these machines can handle a wide range of tasks beyond digging. By prioritizing safety and following proper maintenance procedures, operators can make the most of these high-powered construction machines and ensure their successful integration on any project site.

Frequently Asked Questions

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