Used Hitachi ZX240-3 Excavator

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Hitachi ZX240-3 Crawler Excavator Detailed Introduction

The Hitachi ZX240-3 is a 24-ton class medium crawler excavator developed by Hitachi Construction Machinery, belonging to the third generation of the globally renowned ZAXIS series. Optimized for heavy-duty working scenarios, it balances high work efficiency, low fuel consumption, reliable durability and user-friendly design, and has become one of the most popular medium excavator models in global infrastructure, mining and urban construction markets.

1. Core Specifications

Parameter	Specific Value
Operating weight	23,800 – 24,900 kg
Standard bucket capacity	0.9 – 1.2 m³ (customizable for heavy-duty/light-duty scenarios)
Rated power	132 kW / 2,000 rpm
Max. digging depth (standard arm)	6,910 mm
Max. digging height	9,650 mm
Max. digging radius	10,290 mm
Bucket breakout force	179 kN
Arm digging force	126 kN
Travel speed	3.3 km/h (low) / 5.5 km/h (high)
Swing speed	11.5 rpm
Gradeability	35° (70% slope)
Emission standard	EU Stage 3A / US EPA Tier 3

2. Power & Engine System

The ZX240-3 is equipped with an ISUZU AI-4HK1X 4-cylinder water-cooled turbocharged intercooled diesel engine, which is proven for high reliability and low fuel consumption:

Adopts common rail high-pressure fuel injection technology to precisely control fuel supply, reducing comprehensive fuel consumption by 8-10% compared with the previous generation ZX240-2 under the same working conditions.
Equipped with 3 work mode options (High Power Mode for heavy load digging, Standard Mode for daily operations, Economy Mode for light load fine work) and an automatic idle system, which dynamically adjusts output according to actual load demands to optimize energy efficiency.
Optional cold start kit and high-temperature cooling kit support normal operation in -30℃ to 45℃ extreme environments.

3. Hydraulic System

It adopts Hitachi's original HIOS III (Hitachi Integrated Operator's Station III) hydraulic system, which is the core advantage of ZAXIS series excavators:

Realizes precise matching between hydraulic pump and control valve, reduces hydraulic loss by 12% compared with traditional systems, and greatly improves operation responsiveness.
Supports independent flow distribution for boom, arm and bucket, ensuring smooth compound operations (such as simultaneous digging and swinging) with minimal jitter, which is suitable for fine work such as trenching and ground leveling.
Equipped with pressure compensation valves, which keep the operation speed stable even under uneven load conditions, reducing the operation difficulty for operators.

4. Structure & Durability

The whole machine has passed 10,000 hours of heavy-load fatigue testing, and adapts to long-term high-intensity construction:

The main frame, boom and arm are all made of high-strength tensile steel, with thickened reinforcement plates added at high-stress parts (boom root, arm hinge point, chassis frame) to resist impact and deformation.
The X-type chassis structure has excellent torsion resistance, and the track shoes, carrier rollers and idlers are made of wear-resistant cast steel, with a service life 20% longer than ordinary accessories under normal use.
The sealing performance of the central swivel joint is optimized to avoid hydraulic oil leakage even after long-term heavy load operation.

5. Operator Comfort & Safety

The ROPS/FOPS certified enclosed cab is equipped with a multi-point shock absorption system, which reduces vibration by 30% compared with similar models. The seat supports multi-directional adjustment, lumbar support and optional heating function, which greatly reduces operator fatigue during long shifts.
Large-area curved glass provides 360° panoramic visibility, eliminating operational blind spots, and the optional rear camera further improves safety.
The ergonomic control lever has low operating force, and the high-definition LCD monitor displays real-time parameters (fuel level, water temperature, hydraulic pressure, fault codes, etc.) clearly.
Standard safety configurations include overload warning system, automatic parking brake, anti-slip footrest and one-key emergency stop button, fully complying with international construction machinery safety standards.

6. Maintenance Convenience

All daily maintenance points are arranged at ground-accessible positions, and the engine compartment adopts a large-opening side cover design, which reduces the time for oil level check, filter replacement and radiator cleaning by 40%.
The service life of the hydraulic oil return filter is extended to 2,000 hours, and the engine oil replacement cycle reaches 500 hours, which reduces daily use and maintenance costs.
The on-board intelligent diagnostic system can automatically detect fault points and display corresponding solutions, greatly reducing troubleshooting downtime.

7. Typical Applications

The ZX240-3 is widely used in a variety of scenarios:

Infrastructure construction: Highway/railway subgrade excavation, bridge foundation construction, tunnel excavation
Mining and quarrying: Ore stripping, gravel loading, rock handling
Urban construction: Foundation pit excavation, demolition waste transfer, landscaping, pipeline trenching
Water conservancy projects: River dredging, reservoir embankment construction

Optional configurations include extended long arm for deep digging, hydraulic breaker pipeline, quick coupler for fast attachment replacement, etc., to meet diversified operation demands. It is widely recognized by global users for its low failure rate and low operating cost, and is still one of the most cost-effective choices in the 24-ton medium excavator segment.

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