HITACHI ZX230 CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Hitachi ZX230 is a 23-ton class hydraulic excavator engineered for general construction, earthmoving, and demolition applications. Powered by a turbocharged Isuzu CC-6BG1T six-cylinder engine, the machine delivers 167 horsepower at 2,100 rpm with maximum torque of 469.9 lb-ft at 1,800 rpm, ensuring efficient performance across diverse job sites. The excavator weighs approximately 38,581 pounds in operating condition and features a responsive hydraulic system with 107.8 gallons per minute pump flow capacity and a relief valve pressure of 4,980 psi, optimizing energy transfer efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. The ZX230 accommodates three interchangeable boom and stick configurations to suit specific project requirements. Standard Option 1 achieves a maximum cutting height of 30.9 feet and digging depth of 20.7 feet, while the extended Option 3 reaches 32.8 feet in cutting height and 25 feet in digging depth with a maximum reach along ground of 35.3 feet. All configurations utilize a 1.4 cubic yard bucket capacity for material handling operations. Dimensionally, the excavator spans 9.9 feet in width across the track outsides and stands 10 feet to the cab top, with a ground clearance of 1.6 feet and tail swing radius of 9.7 feet. The undercarriage features eight track rollers per side with 47 shoes, generating low ground pressure of 7.3 psi, enabling operation on sensitive surfaces. With a maximum travel speed of 3.5 miles per hour and swing mechanism operating at 12.6 rpm, the ZX230 delivers balanced maneuverability and operational precision for demanding excavation tasks.