HITACHI ZX160LC-5 CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Hitachi ZX160LC-5 is a versatile medium-class tracked excavator engineered for construction, utility, and earthmoving applications. Powered by an Isuzu 4JJ1 turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, this machine delivers 121 horsepower (90 kW) net power at 2,200 rpm with exceptional torque characteristics suitable for demanding job sites. The engine features a 3.0-liter displacement and is certified to IT4/Stage IIIB emissions standards, incorporating a charge-air cooler for optimized performance and fuel efficiency. With an operating weight of 36,487 pounds, the ZX160LC-5 maintains excellent maneuverability without sacrificing digging capability. The excavator features dual variable-displacement axial-piston main pumps delivering 191 liters per minute (50 gallons per minute) each, paired with a single gear pilot pump at 33.6 liters per minute. The hydraulic system operates at 4,980 kPa (4,980 psi) for implement and travel circuits, with power boost reaching 5,511 psi for enhanced breakout force. The machine offers two arm configurations: a 2.6-meter arm providing 88 kN (19,784 lbs) SAE digging force and a longer 3.1-meter arm delivering 78 kN (17,536 lbs) SAE force. Both configurations yield bucket digging forces of 99 kN (22,257 lbs) SAE. Maximum digging depth reaches 5.74 to 6.27 meters depending on arm selection, with maximum reach extending to 8.87 meters. The swing mechanism delivers 13.3 rpm swing speed with 44,000 Newton-meters torque. Features include programmable auto-shutdown, sealed and lubricated tracks with hydraulic adjustment, and 70% off-level capability at 35 degrees.