HITACHI ZX870LC-6 (ME) CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Hitachi ZX870LC-6 (ME) is a high-performance, large hydraulic excavator engineered for demanding excavation and heavy-duty construction tasks. Featuring a robust EPA Final Tier 4/Stage IV Isuzu engine, this model delivers 512 horsepower (382 kW) at 1800 rpm, with a displacement of 956.9 cubic inches, ensuring reliable power and compliance with stringent emissions standards. The excavator boasts a maximum digging depth of 23.5 feet, a maximum digging height of 39.5 feet, and a maximum reach along the ground of 39.5 feet, making it suitable for deep trenching, mass excavation, and large-scale earthmoving projects. The maximum dumping height is 26.7 feet, while the shipping height and length are 17.1 feet and 44.5 feet, respectively, facilitating efficient transport. The unit has a ground clearance of 3 feet, a top-of-cab height of 17.1 feet, a track length on ground of 16.8 feet, and a tail swing radius of 14.9 feet, providing excellent stability and maneuverability. The operating weight is 187,569.3 pounds, with a fuel capacity of 293.3 gallons and a hydraulic fluid capacity of 132.1 gallons. The undercarriage features 8 track rollers and 3 carrier rollers per side, with a 35.5-inch shoe size and a ground pressure of 12 psi, ensuring optimal traction and reduced ground disturbance. This excavator is designed for productivity, durability, and operator comfort in the most challenging environments.