Used Kobelco 200 Excavator

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Detailed Introduction to KOBELCO SK200 Series Crawler Excavator

The KOBELCO SK200 is a globally leading 20-ton class medium crawler excavator developed by KOBELCO Construction Machinery (a subsidiary of Japan’s Kobe Steel, Ltd.), a manufacturer with over 80 years of expertise in hydraulic excavator R&D and production. It is designed to balance high power output, ultra-low fuel consumption, durability and operational comfort, and is one of the best-selling 20-ton excavator models in the global construction equipment market. The latest iteration is the SK200-10, which meets strict emission standards including EU Stage V, US Tier 4 Final and China National IV.

1. Core Performance Parameters (Standard SK200-10)

Item	Specification
Operating weight	19,800 – 21,200 kg (varies by boom/bucket configuration)
Engine rated net power	118 kW (158 hp) @ 2,000 rpm
Bucket capacity	0.8 – 1.1 m³
Maximum digging depth	6,700 mm
Maximum digging height	9,720 mm
Maximum digging radius	9,900 mm
Travel speed	3.3 / 5.5 km/h
Swing speed	12.5 rpm
Gradeability	70% (35°)

2. Power & Hydraulic System

Engine

It is equipped with a Hino J05E-TA 4-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine, which has strong low-end torque output and stable performance under heavy load. It is matched with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system and diesel particulate filter (DPF) to meet emission standards without sacrificing power.

Exclusive Hydraulic & Energy-Saving Technology

KOBELCO’s original 2-pump 3-valve hydraulic system and Intelligent Control System (ICS) dynamically adjust oil flow distribution according to real-time load, reducing unnecessary energy loss by more than 15% compared to同类 competing products. It supports 4 optional working modes for different scenarios:

H mode: Full power output for heavy-duty operations such as rock excavation
S mode: Standard mode for balanced efficiency and fuel consumption in daily earthwork
ECO mode: 10-12% lower fuel consumption for light-load operations
F mode: Fine control mode for precision operations such as leveling, hoisting and pipeline laying

It also adopts the patented iNDr (Integrated Noise & Dust Reduction) cooling system, which reduces operating noise by 8dB and effectively blocks dust, making it suitable for high-temperature and dusty working conditions such as mines and quarries.

3. Operator Comfort

The cab has passed ROPS (Roll-over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certification, with a 4-point floating damping structure that reduces cab vibration by 30% compared to the previous generation.
Equipped with a fully adjustable air-suspension seat, ergonomic pilot control levers with low operating force, and a 7-inch high-definition color LCD monitor that displays real-time fuel consumption, maintenance reminders and fault codes.
The interior noise is controlled at only 72dB(A), and is equipped with automatic air conditioning, USB charging port, Bluetooth audio and large-area panoramic glass with minimal blind spots, reducing fatigue during long hours of operation.

4. Durability & Easy Maintenance

The boom, arm and chassis are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, with reinforced welding points and stress relief treatment, which can adapt to long-term heavy-load working conditions. The service life of the track and supporting wheels is 20% longer than that of competing products.
All daily maintenance points (oil filter, fuel filter, air filter, etc.) are arranged at ground-accessible positions, eliminating the need to climb the machine for routine maintenance.
The extended maintenance interval: engine oil replacement every 1000 working hours, hydraulic oil replacement every 5000 working hours, reducing overall operation costs.
Standard equipped with KOBELCO KOMEXS remote monitoring system, which supports real-time positioning, working hour statistics, fuel consumption tracking and fault warning, making it convenient for fleet management.

5. Safety Configuration

Standard reverse camera, travel alarm and boom lowering alarm to remind surrounding personnel of operation dynamics
Hydraulic safety lock: all actions are locked when the lock lever is lifted, preventing misoperation
Anti-slip walking platform and handrails, high-brightness LED working lights for night operations, and emergency shut-off and emergency steering functions for special conditions.

6. Application Scenarios

The SK200 series can be equipped with optional extended boom, breaking hammer piping, quick coupler, grab, ripper and other attachments, and is widely used in: