Technical Description
The Sumitomo SH330LC-5 is a mid-size hydraulic crawler excavator designed for demanding earthmoving tasks. It features a robust AA-6HK1XYSS engine with a displacement of 475.4 cubic inches, delivering a net power output of 270.9 hp (201 kW) at 2000 rpm, ensuring efficient and powerful performance. The excavator operates at a weight of approximately 74,957 lbs (34,000 kg), which balances stability and maneuverability on varied terrains.
Its hydraulic system includes two variable displacement axial piston pumps providing a maximum flow capacity of 153.3 gpm with a relief valve pressure of 4,974.8 psi, facilitating smooth and responsive attachment, swing, and travel operations. The undercarriage features track shoes measuring 23.7 inches wide, a track length on the ground of 13.3 ft, ground clearance of 1.6 ft, and a total width of 10.5 ft to the outside of tracks. It achieves a maximum travel speed of 3.5 mph (5 kph), optimizing transport and site movement.
The digging capabilities are notable with a maximum digging depth of 24.2 ft, a vertical wall digging depth of 20.9 ft, and a maximum reach along the ground of 36.4 ft, complemented by a maximum loading height of 23.8 ft. The reference bucket capacity is 1.9 cubic yards, suitable for heavy-duty excavation tasks. The unit’s shipping dimensions include a height of 10.7 ft and a length of 36.3 ft, facilitating transportation.
Designed with a tail swing radius of 11.4 ft, the SH330LC-5 offers excellent maneuverability in confined spaces while maintaining a powerful bucket digging force suited for construction, mining, and other excavation applications. Overall, it combines durability, power, and hydraulic efficiency for versatile performance in medium to large-scale earthmoving projects.
