Used Hitachi ZX200-3 Excavator

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HITACHI ZX200-3 Hydraulic Excavator Detailed Introduction

The Hitachi ZX200-3 is a 20-ton class medium-sized hydraulic excavator developed and manufactured by Hitachi Construction Machinery, belonging to the 3rd generation of Hitachi ZAXIS series excavators. Positioned as a versatile, fuel-efficient and heavy-duty construction equipment, it is widely used in earthwork, municipal engineering, mining, road construction and other scenarios worldwide, and is highly recognized for its balanced performance, high reliability and low operating cost.

1. Core Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Operating Weight	19,800 – 20,500 kg (varies by configuration)
Engine Model	Isuzu AI-4HK1X 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, direct-injection, turbocharged intercooled diesel engine
Rated Net Power	122 kW (164 HP) @ 2,000 rpm
Emission Standard	US EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
Standard Bucket Capacity	0.91 m³, optional 0.7 – 1.1 m³ (general purpose bucket, rock bucket, etc.)
Maximum Digging Depth	6,670 mm
Maximum Digging Height	9,720 mm
Maximum Dumping Height	6,790 mm
Swing Speed	13.3 rpm
Travel Speed (High/Low)	5.5 km/h / 3.5 km/h
Gradeability	35° (70%)
Hydraulic System Operating Pressure	34.3 MPa
Fuel Tank Capacity	400 L
Hydraulic Oil Capacity	240 L

2. Key Performance & Design Features

2.1 High-Efficiency Powertrain

Powered by the industry-proven Isuzu AI-4HK1X diesel engine, it delivers high torque at low speed, adapting to heavy-load operation under complex working conditions. The electronically controlled high-pressure common rail fuel injection system precisely controls fuel supply, reducing fuel consumption by 8-12% compared to the previous generation ZX200-2, while meeting strict Tier 3 emission requirements. It is also equipped with an automatic idle and automatic shutdown function, which further reduces unnecessary fuel waste during standby.

2.2 Advanced HIOS III Hydraulic System

The ZX200-3 adopts Hitachi's exclusive third-generation Hydraulic Intelligent Optimization System (HIOS III), a load-sensing hydraulic system with negative flow control technology. It precisely matches the flow output of the hydraulic pump with actual operation demand, greatly reducing pressure loss and hydraulic energy waste. The system ensures smooth coordination of compound actions (e.g. simultaneous digging, swinging and lifting), greatly improving operation efficiency and accuracy. Operators can switch between multiple working modes according to actual needs:

P (Power) Mode: For heavy-load, high-efficiency operation scenarios such as hard rock digging and heavy material handling
E (Economy) Mode: For light-load scenarios such as earth leveling and municipal construction, maximizing fuel economy
L (Lifting) Mode: For heavy lifting operations, ensuring stable and safe operation

2.3 High-Reliability Structural Design

All key structural parts including boom, arm, and chassis are made of high-strength low-alloy steel, welded by robotic welding process, and subjected to strict stress testing and fatigue testing, which can withstand long-term impact under heavy load conditions. The X-shaped undercarriage frame is reinforced, and the track links, carrier rollers and idlers are all equipped with sealed lubrication structure, extending service life by 30% compared with similar products. The standard bucket is added with wear-resistant plates at the bottom and cutting edge, and an optional reinforced rock bucket is available for mining and quarry scenarios.

2.4 Operator Comfort & Safety

The cab is designed with ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certification, which fully guarantees operator safety in case of rollover or falling objects. Other comfort configurations include:

Fully adjustable shock-absorbing seat with lumbar support, reducing fatigue during long-hour operation
Low-effort pilot control joysticks with reasonable layout for easy operation
High-performance sound insulation material, with operating noise inside the cab controlled below 72 dB(A)
High-efficiency automatic air conditioning system, large-area tempered glass window for 360° wide vision
LCD intelligent monitor that displays real-time operating parameters such as fuel level, oil temperature, hydraulic pressure, and active fault codes, facilitating operators to grasp equipment status in time

2.5 Easy Maintenance

All common maintenance points are designed to be accessible from the ground, eliminating the need to climb to the top of the equipment for daily maintenance:

Fuel filter, oil filter and air filter are centrally arranged, and the replacement period of original hydraulic oil can reach 5,000 working hours, greatly reducing maintenance cost
Greasing points of the boom and arm are centrally distributed, which shortens daily greasing time
The radiator adopts a pull-out design, which is easy to clean and maintain, suitable for construction sites with heavy dust

3. Typical Application Scenarios

The ZX200-3 has strong adaptability to working conditions, and is widely used in:

Civil construction: foundation digging, earthwork transportation, site leveling for housing and commercial building projects
Municipal engineering: pipeline laying, road renovation, landscaping, old building demolition
Mining and quarry: ore loading, stripping, auxiliary operation in open-pit mines
Water conservancy and transportation: dam construction, highway/railway subgrade construction, port cargo handling

4. Optional Configurations

Users can choose customized configurations according to actual operation needs:

Hydraulic breaker pipeline and quick coupler, for breaking, demolition and fast attachment switching
Extended boom and arm (15m / 18m optional), for deep trench digging and high-altitude demolition
Special buckets: rock bucket, grid bucket, cleaning bucket, etc.
Rubber track pads, to avoid damage to asphalt pavement during municipal operation
Cold start kit for low temperature environment (suitable for -30℃ working conditions)
GPS remote monitoring system, to realize real-time positioning, operation data statistics and fault warning of equipment

5. Market Advantages

The Hitachi ZX200-3 has been one of the best-selling 20-ton excavator models in the global market for many years. It has high residual value of used equipment, a perfect after-sales service system and abundant spare parts supply, and its overall life cycle cost is 15% lower than similar competing products, making it the preferred choice for individual construction owners and engineering construction teams.

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