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What brand is good for an excavator?

2025-10-07 12:07:36 mechanical

What brand is good for buying an excavator? Analysis and purchasing guide for popular brands across the entire network

Recently, the topic of excavator purchasing has become increasingly popular on major engineering machinery forums and social media. Whether it is the increase in infrastructure projects or personal investment needs, how to choose a cost-effective excavator has become the focus of users' attention. This article combines popular discussion data on the entire network for the past 10 days to structure the advantages and disadvantages of mainstream brands and helps you make wise decisions.

1. Ranking of popular excavator brands in 2023

What brand is good for an excavator?

brandMarket shareAverage failure rateAfter-sales service ratingTypical models
Sany Heavy Industry28%2.1%4.8/5SY75C
Caterpillar19%1.7%4.9/5CAT 320
XCMG15%2.3%4.6/5XE60DA
Komatsu12%1.5%4.7/5PC200-8
Liu Gong10%2.5%4.5/5CLG906E

2. Recommended list of excavators with different tonnages

According to recent user procurement data and hot list of platform equipment evaluations such as Douyin and Kuaishou, the popular models of each tonnage are as follows:

tonnageEconomical first choiceHigh-end model first choiceRental market popularity
Less than 6 tonsSany SY16CKomatsu PC30MR-5★★★★★
20-30 tonsXCMG XE215DACAT 323★★★★☆
More than 30 tonsLiugong CLG936ELiebherr R 976★★★☆☆

3. Comparison of core parameters for purchasing

By analyzing the real feedback from users on platforms such as Zhihu and Tieba, three key purchasing indicators are summarized:

parameterimportanceMeet the standard valueTest Method
Engine power★★★★★≥90kW/tonActual working condition test
Hydraulic system pressure★★★★☆≥34MPaPressure gauge detection
Slewing speed★★★☆☆10-12rpmStopwatch timing

4. Recent market trends and machine purchase suggestions

1.Price Trends:According to Tiejia.com, the average price of mid-sized excavators in September fell by 5% year-on-year, of which Sany SY75C price was reduced by 8%, and the current price is about 480,000 yuan.

2.New technology concerns:XCMG's newly launched intelligent control system has received a 90% positive review in the B station evaluation, and can realize functions such as automatic leveling and electronic walls.

3.Second-hand market:According to Guazi Machinery data, the value retention rate of second-hand CAT equipment within 5,000 hours is the highest, and the transfer premium can reach 15%.

4.Regional differences:Northern users prefer to choose reinforced chassis equipment, while southern users pay more attention to anti-rust and corrosion resistance.

5. Ultimate shopping suggestions

Engineering Contractor:It is recommended to choose international brands such as Caterpillar or Komatsu. Although the initial investment is high, the long-term use cost is lower.

Individual user:Domestic brands such as Sany and XCMG have better cost performance, and the accessories supply cycle is generally within 24 hours.

Special working conditions:It is recommended to choose Liugong reinforced equipment for mining operations, while the municipal engineering can consider the noise reduction version of Shantui.

It is recommended to obtain the latest quotation through official channels before purchasing the machine and conduct on-site inspection of the equipment operation experience. Currently, the old-for-new policy launched by major brands can save 50,000-80,000 yuan, which is worth paying attention to.

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