Used Sany 55C Excavator

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SANY SY55C (SANY 55C) Compact Hydraulic Excavator Detailed Introduction

The SANY SY55C (commonly referred to as SANY 55C) is a 5.5-ton class compact crawler excavator developed and manufactured by SANY Heavy Industry, the world’s top 3 construction machinery manufacturer. As one of the best-selling small excavator models in the global market, it is widely recognized by small construction contractors, equipment rental operators and individual users for its high operational efficiency, low fuel consumption, strong durability and high cost performance.

1. Core Specifications (Standard Configuration)

Note: Parameters may vary slightly based on regional emission requirements and optional accessories

Item	Parameter
Operating Weight	5,300 – 5,780 kg
Engine Model	Yanmar 4TNV88 (Euro Stage IIIA/China III) / Yanmar 4TNV88C (Euro Stage V/EPA Tier 4 Final/China IV) 4-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine
Rated Power	36 kW @ 2,200 rpm
Standard Bucket Capacity	0.12 – 0.22 m³
Max. Digging Depth	3,585 mm
Max. Digging Height	5,710 mm
Max. Dumping Height	3,970 mm
Max. Digging Radius	5,925 mm
Swing Speed	11 rpm
Travel Speed (High/Low)	4.2 / 2.4 km/h
Gradeability	30° (70%)
Hydraulic System Working Pressure	28 MPa
Fuel Tank Capacity	130 L
Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity	85 L

2. Core Performance Highlights

High Efficiency & Precision

The SY55C is equipped with SANY’s proprietary positive flow hydraulic system, which delivers 10% faster response speed than traditional negative flow systems. It boasts excellent coordination for compound movements (e.g. digging, swinging and dumping simultaneously), raising overall working efficiency by 5-8% compared to peer models. The standard boom offset function (60° left/right deflection) allows the machine to operate in extremely narrow spaces such as along walls, in pipeline trenches or indoors, without frequent position adjustment.

Ultra-low Fuel Consumption

After optimized matching between the engine and hydraulic system, the comprehensive working fuel consumption of the SY55C is only 3-5 L per hour, 10-15% lower than competing models in the same class, greatly reducing daily operating costs.

Strong Adaptability

The power system has been calibrated for extreme working conditions: it can maintain stable output at altitudes of up to 4,500m, and work stably in ambient temperatures ranging from -30°C to 50°C, adapting to plateau, cold area, high-temperature and high-humidity construction scenarios.

3. Structure & Durability

All key structural parts (boom, arm, X-type undercarriage) are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, welded by industrial robots and treated with stress relief, and have passed more than 10,000 hours of fatigue tests, with strong resistance to twisting and impact.
The undercarriage supports optional heavy-duty rubber tracks (low damage to pavement, low noise) or steel tracks (suitable for harsh rocky working conditions).
Core hydraulic components (pump, valve, motor) are supplied by international first-tier brands including Kawasaki and Bosch Rexroth, with a designed whole-machine service life of over 15,000 hours.
The standard bucket is reinforced with high-manganese steel edge plates, extending wear life by 30% compared to ordinary buckets.

4. Operator Comfort & Safety

The cab meets global ROPS (Roll-over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certification standards, providing all-round safety protection for operators.
The fully sealed cab has excellent sound insulation, with internal noise controlled below 75 dB during operation, far lower than industry standards. The high-power air conditioning system cools/heats up quickly, adapting to extreme weather.
The adjustable suspension shock-absorbing seat and short-stroke, low-force pilot control joysticks greatly reduce operator fatigue during long hours of work.
The 7-inch high-definition LCD display shows real-time operating parameters, fault alarms and maintenance reminders in real time. Optional reversing camera and USB charging port further improve operation convenience.

5. Maintenance & After-sales Support

All daily maintenance points (oil filler, filter replacement ports, etc.) are centrally arranged on the side of the fuselage, accessible from the ground without climbing the machine, cutting daily maintenance time by 40%.
Equipped with SANY’s remote intelligent monitoring system, it supports remote fault diagnosis and early warning, effectively reducing equipment downtime.
SANY has established service networks in more than 170 countries and regions around the world, providing 2-hour rapid response, 24-hour on-site maintenance service and sufficient spare parts supply. The standard warranty is 1 year or 2,000 working hours, with extended warranty options for core components.

6. Application Scenarios

The SY55C is highly versatile, and can be adapted to various working conditions by replacing optional attachments (hydraulic breaker, log grab, auger, ripper, screening bucket, etc.):

Municipal engineering: pipeline trenching, pavement repair, landscaping
Agricultural and rural construction: land consolidation, farmland water conservancy, house foundation digging, small demolition
Narrow space operations: indoor demolition, basement construction, urban residential area renovation
Equipment rental: High utilization rate and low failure rate make it the most popular rental model in the 5-ton class, with a very high return on investment and second-hand resale value.

7. Environmental Compliance

The latest generation of SY55C meets the strictest global emission standards including EU Stage V, US EPA Tier 4 Final and China National IV, with a low-emission post-treatment system and low operating noise, fully meeting the environmental protection requirements for construction in urban and sensitive areas.

Non flooded

No accident

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Used Sany 55C Excavator

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