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Hitachi ZX870LC-6 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
Model: ZX870LC-6 ➔

Introducing the Hitachi ZX870LC-6 Excavator, a powerful machine designed for heavy-duty digging and lifting operations. With multiple boom and stick options available, this excavator offers impressive arm and bucket digging forces to handle tough jobs with ease. Its maximum cutting height, digging depth, and loading height provide versatility for a variety of applications, while its robust design ensures durability and reliability on the job site. Equipped with advanced hydraulic and engine systems, the Hitachi ZX870LC-6 delivers high performance and efficiency, making it a top choice for contractors and construction professionals tackling challenging projects. Explore the detailed specifications of this excavator below to see how it can enhance productivity and performance in your operations.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Arm Digging Force - ISO	72,613.30 lbs (32,936.88 kg)
Arm Digging Force - SAE	70,814.90 lbs (32,121.14 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	89,698.80 lbs (40,686.74 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	80,706.50 lbs (36,607.90 kg)
Max Cutting Height	42.80 ft (13.05 m)
Max Digging Depth	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Max Loading Height	29.80 ft (9.08 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	45.40 ft (13.84 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	23.60 ft (7.19 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	15.70 ft (4.79 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.90 ft (14.90 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Arm Digging Force - ISO	62,946.50 lbs (28,552.09 kg)
Arm Digging Force - SAE	61,372.90 lbs (27,838.31 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	89,698.80 lbs (40,686.74 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	80,706.50 lbs (36,607.90 kg)
Max Cutting Height	45.40 ft (13.84 m)
Max Digging Depth	31.40 ft (9.57 m)
Max Loading Height	32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	48.10 ft (14.66 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	16.90 ft (5.15 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.60 ft (14.81 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Arm Digging Force - SAE	53,279.80 lbs (24,167.34 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	72,613.30 lbs (32,936.88 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	64,969.80 lbs (29,469.84 kg)
Max Cutting Height	47.70 ft (14.54 m)
Max Digging Depth	34.70 ft (10.58 m)
Max Loading Height	34.20 ft (10.42 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	51.50 ft (15.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.10 ft (14.66 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	39.50 ft (12.04 m)
Max Digging Depth	23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Loading Height	26.70 ft (8.14 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	39.50 ft (12.04 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	13.50 ft (4.11 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	44.50 ft (13.56 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 5

Arm Digging Force - ISO	62,946.50 lbs (28,552.09 kg)
Arm Digging Force - SAE	61,372.90 lbs (27,838.31 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	89,698.80 lbs (40,686.74 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	80,706.50 lbs (36,607.90 kg)
Max Cutting Height	48.10 ft (14.66 m)
Max Digging Depth	36.70 ft (11.19 m)
Max Loading Height	35.50 ft (10.82 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	53.60 ft (16.34 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	32.40 ft (9.88 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	16.90 ft (5.15 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.60 ft (14.81 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 6

Max Cutting Height	50.40 ft (15.36 m)
Max Digging Depth	39.90 ft (12.16 m)
Max Loading Height	37.00 ft (11.28 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	56.90 ft (17.34 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	37.30 ft (11.37 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	48.10 ft (14.66 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	7.60 cu yd (5.81 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	2.00 cu yd (1.53 cu m)

Capacities

Cooling system	32.80 gal (124.15 l)
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank	25.10 gal (95.00 l)
Engine oil with filter	15.10 gal (57.15 l)
Fuel Tank	293.30 gal (1,110.14 l)
Hydraulic system	275.30 gal (1,042.01 l)
Hydraulic Tank	132.10 gal (500.00 l)
Pump Drive	1.70 gal (6.43 l)
Swing drive	2.80 gal (10.60 l)

Cylinders

Bore (Arm)	8.90 in (22.61 cm)
Bore (Boom)	8.50 in (21.59 cm)
Bore (Bucket)	7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Rod Diameter (Arm)	6.30 in (16.00 cm)
Rod Diameter (Boom)	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Rod Diameter (Bucket)	5.60 in (14.22 cm)
Stroke (Arm)	87.60 in (222.50 cm)
Stroke (Boom)	72.30 in (183.64 cm)
Stroke (Bucket)	61.30 in (155.70 cm)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Length of Track on Ground	48.90 ft (14.90 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	5.60 ft (1.71 m)
Tail Swing Radius	14.90 ft (4.54 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	14.30 ft (4.36 m)

Electrical System

Alternator rating	50 amp
Batteries	2 x 12 V volts
Battery capacity	500 CCA
Work Lights	5 halogen

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged air-to-air charge-air cooler
Cooling system	2 cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven suction-type fans with remote-mounted drives
Displacement	956.90 cu in (15,680.82 cu cm)
Emissions level	EPA Final Tier 4 / EU Stage IV
Engine Make	Isuzu
Engine Model	Isuzu 6WG1-FT4
Net Power	512.00 hp (381.80 kw)
Off-Level Capacity	70%
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Hydraulic System

Controls	Pilot levers short-stroke low-effort hydraulic pilot controls with shutoff lever
Hydraulic System Type	Open center load sensing
Implement - Operating Pressure	4626.8 psi
Main pump - Maximum flow	149.60 gal (566.24 l)
Main pump type	2 variable-displacement pumps
Travel - Operating Pressure	4974.8 psi

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight

188,715.70 lbs (85,600.11 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

7.8 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	125,850.00 lbs (57,084.67 kg)
Ground Pressure	15.5 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.00 mph (4.83 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Shoes per Side	51
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9

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