Which brand of mini excavator is good? Popular Brands and Buying Guide in 2023
With the rapid development of the construction machinery market, mini excavators have become the favorite in small engineering, agricultural transformation and other fields because of their flexibility and efficiency. This article combines hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the mainstream mini excavator brands currently on the market, and provides structured data comparison to help you quickly find the right model.
1. Top ten popular brands of mini excavators in 2023
| Ranking | brand name | market share | Price range (10,000 yuan) | Core advantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caterpillar (CAT) | 18.5% | 25-50 | Powerful and durable |
| 2 | Komatsu | 15.2% | 20-45 | Low fuel consumption and precise operation |
| 3 | Sany Heavy Industry | 14.8% | 15-35 | High cost performance and good after-sales service |
| 4 | XCMG | 12.3% | 12-30 | Strong adaptability and easy maintenance |
| 5 | Volvo | 9.7% | 28-55 | High degree of intelligence and good comfort |
| 6 | Hitachi | 8.5% | 22-48 | Low noise, excellent environmental performance |
| 7 | Shandong Lingong | 7.9% | 10-25 | Affordable and suitable for entry-level |
| 8 | Kobelco | 6.2% | 24-52 | Compound movements are smooth and efficient |
| 9 | Liugong | 5.8% | 11-28 | Strong ability to work in mountainous areas |
| 10 | Kubota | 4.3% | 18-40 | Agricultural special models have obvious advantages |
2. Comparison of key indicators for mini excavator purchase
| index | High-end model | mid-range model | Economic model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 25-50kW | 15-25kW | 10-15kW |
| operating weight | 3-8 tons | 1.5-3 tons | 0.8-1.5 tons |
| Digging depth | 3.5-4.5 meters | 2.5-3.5 meters | 1.8-2.5 meters |
| Hydraulic system | load sensitive system | quantitative system | Gear pump system |
| Intelligent configuration | GPS positioning, automatic leveling | Basic monitoring system | none |
3. Analysis of recent hot topics
1.Electric mini excavators become a new trend: As environmental protection policies become stricter, searches for electric models launched by brands such as Sany and Xugong increased by 120% monthly, and products with a battery life of 4-8 hours attracted the most attention.
2.The rental market explodes: Data show that in Q3 2023, rental orders for micro excavators increased by 65% year-on-year, and the 1.5-ton model with a daily rental price in the range of 300-800 yuan was the most popular.
3.Intelligent upgrade: Nearly 30% of consulting users are concerned about the "unmanned operation" and "automatic slope repair" functions, and the video playback volume of CAT's intelligent control system has exceeded 5 million times.
4. Suggestions on purchasing
1.Project contracting: Priority is given to brands with strong durability such as Caterpillar and Komatsu. It is recommended to choose models above 3 tons.
2.agricultural applications: The 1-2 ton models from Kubota and Shandong Lingong are more suitable. Pay attention to the narrow track design.
3.Municipal maintenance: XCMG and LiuGong’s electric mini excavators have low noise and are suitable for urban operations.
4.Limited budget: Domestic second-tier brands can be considered, but be sure to confirm that there are local after-sales service points.
5. Things to note
1. During the field test, the focus is on testing the smoothness of compound movements and the stability of rotation;
2. Comparing the prices of accessories from various brands, the price difference of wearing parts such as hydraulic cylinders can be up to 3 times;
3. Pay attention to government subsidy policies. Some provinces have 10-15% purchase subsidies for new energy models;
4. You can enjoy more discounts by placing orders before the peak season (March-May, September-November).
From the above analysis, it can be seen that the selection of mini excavator brands requires comprehensive consideration of operating scenarios, budget and long-term use costs. It is recommended to collect the comparison table in this article and check the parameters one by one when purchasing, so that you can buy a truly suitable model.
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