GRADALL XL 5100 III CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Gradall XL 5100 III is a robust wheeled excavator weighing approximately 54,948 lbs, designed for heavy-duty construction applications. It features a powerful Detroit Diesel OM906 engine, a 6-cylinder inline, turbocharged, and charge air-cooled diesel unit with 6.4L displacement, delivering approximately 258-275 horsepower at 2200 RPM and peak torque around 811 ft-lbs at 1200-1600 RPM. This engine incorporates modern electronic management for optimized fuel efficiency and emissions compliance. The XL 5100 III’s excavating capability includes a maximum digging depth of 24.42 feet and a reach along the ground of 34.42 feet, providing excellent operational range for various earthmoving tasks. The machine features a 220° continuous tilting boom equipped with a bucket breakout force of around 24,900 lbs and a boom crowd force near 24,500 lbs, allowing for high productivity in demanding digging and loading operations. The boom movement hydraulics utilize a single load-sensing axial piston pump rated up to 77 GPM, adjusting power automatically to enhance efficiency and fuel savings during diverse work modes such as excavating, ditching, and grading. The excavator’s chassis offers a welded plate design frame with a 171-inch wheelbase and 102-inch width, optimized for highway travel with reduced swing clearance via a compact counterweight design. It supports 6 x 4 or 6 x 6 drive configurations coupled with an Eaton Roadranger transmission featuring nine forward and two reverse gears, offering a quiet ride and strong maneuverability. Operator comfort is supported by an adjustable seat, air conditioning, electronic joystick controls with pattern selection, and advanced monitoring instrumentation. The hydraulic system holds a total capacity of approximately 70 gallons to ensure consistent and reliable operation. Overall, the Gradall XL 5100 III is engineered for durable, efficient, and versatile excavation performance in construction environments.