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Hitachi EX1200-5C Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
Model: EX1200-5C ➔

The Hitachi EX1200-5C Mini Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty excavation tasks. With impressive maximum cutting heights, digging depths, and dump heights, this excavator is equipped to handle a variety of projects with precision and efficiency. Its turbocharged engine delivers a gross power of 684 hp, providing ample torque for tough digging conditions. Additionally, the machine's hydraulic system has a large fluid capacity and high relief valve pressure for smooth and reliable operation. With its robust undercarriage and advanced features, the Hitachi EX1200-5C is a top choice for demanding construction and excavation projects.

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Backhoe Boom / Stick 1

Max Cutting Height	40.40 ft (12.31 m)
Max Dig Depth	26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Max Dump Height	26.40 ft (8.05 m)
Max Reach on Ground	43.90 ft (13.38 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	16.70 ft (5.09 m)

Backhoe Boom / Stick 2

Max Cutting Height	44.30 ft (13.50 m)
Max Dig Depth	30.70 ft (9.36 m)
Max Dump Height	29.30 ft (8.93 m)
Max Reach on Ground	49.30 ft (15.03 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Backhoe Boom / Stick 3

Max Cutting Height	46.00 ft (14.02 m)
Max Dig Depth	34.20 ft (10.42 m)
Max Dump Height	31.00 ft (9.45 m)
Max Reach on Ground	52.80 ft (16.09 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	29.20 ft (8.90 m)

Backhoe Boom / Stick 4

Max Cutting Height	47.30 ft (14.42 m)
Max Dig Depth	37.50 ft (11.43 m)
Max Dump Height	34.00 ft (10.36 m)
Max Reach on Ground	56.10 ft (17.10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	34.00 ft (10.36 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	40.40 ft (12.31 m)
Max Digging Depth	26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Max Loading Height	26.40 ft (8.05 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	43.90 ft (13.38 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.70 ft (5.09 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	53.10 ft (16.18 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	44.30 ft (13.50 m)
Max Digging Depth	30.70 ft (9.36 m)
Max Loading Height	29.30 ft (8.93 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	49.30 ft (15.03 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	25.00 ft (7.62 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	53.10 ft (16.18 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	46.00 ft (14.02 m)
Max Digging Depth	34.20 ft (10.42 m)
Max Loading Height	31.00 ft (9.45 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	52.80 ft (16.09 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	53.10 ft (16.18 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	47.30 ft (14.42 m)
Max Digging Depth	37.50 ft (11.43 m)
Max Loading Height	34.00 ft (10.36 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	56.10 ft (17.10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	34.00 ft (10.36 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	53.10 ft (16.18 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	9.30 cu yd (7.11 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	4.00 cu yd (3.06 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	6.60 cu yd (5.05 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Height of Tracks	5.20 ft (1.58 m)
Length of Track on Ground	16.50 ft (5.03 m)
Length of Tracks	21.00 ft (6.40 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	5.90 ft (1.80 m)
Tail Swing Radius	16.00 ft (4.88 m)
Upper Structure Ground Clearance	5.90 ft (1.80 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	15.20 ft (4.63 m)

Engine

Aspiration	turbocharged
Engine Model	S6R-Y2TAA-2
Gross Power	684.00 hp (510.07 kw)
Max Torque	2,453.20 lbs ft (3,326.05 nm)
Net Power	646.00 hp (481.73 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	1650 rpm
Torque Measured @	1200 rpm

Loading Shovel

Max Cutting Height	40.60 ft (12.37 m)
Max Dig Depth	17.20 ft (5.24 m)
Max Dig Reach	37.60 ft (11.46 m)
Max Dump Height	28.70 ft (8.75 m)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	29.90 gal (113.17 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	16.70 gpm (63.21 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	356.70 gal (1,350.11 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4550 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	238,099.30 lbs (108,000.16 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Swing Speed	5.8 rpm

Undercarriage

Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 1	19.8 psi
Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 2	15.9 psi
Backhoe Operating Weight - Shoe 1	238,100.00 lbs (108,000.48 kg)
Backhoe Operating Weight - Shoe 2	242,500.00 lbs (109,996.29 kg)
Backhoe Shoe Width 1	28.00 in (71.12 cm)
Backhoe Shoe Width 2	35.00 in (88.90 cm)
Ground Pressure	19.8 psi
Loading Shovel Ground Pressure	20.2 psi
Loading Shovel Operating Weight	244,713.10 lbs (111,000.13 kg)
Loading Shovel Shoe Width	28.00 in (71.12 cm)
Max Travel Speed	2.20 mph (3.54 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Lower Rollers	8
Number of Shoes per Side	52
Number of Track Rollers per Side	8
Number of Track Shoes per Side	52
Number of Upper Rollers	3
Shoe Size	28.00 in (71.12 cm)
Tail Swing Radius	16.00 ft (4.88 m)
Track Gauge	12.80 ft (3.90 m)

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