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Yanmar SV40 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Yanmar ➔
Model: SV40 ➔

The Yanmar SV40 is a compact mini excavator designed for construction, landscaping, utility, and site preparation work. It is part of Yanmar's SV series and is known for its zero tail swing design, which supports operation in confined spaces. The machine typically features a diesel engine, hydraulic controls, and a dig depth and lifting capacity suited to small- and medium-scale excavation tasks. Common attachments include buckets, augers, and hydraulic breakers. The SV40 is used for trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling. Its compact size and maneuverability make it suitable for urban job sites and restricted-access work areas.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	11.8 (3.60) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	39.0 (29.1) Starting 2025 Model Year
Max Reach @ ground level ft. (m)	18 (5.49) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	9,515 (4,316) Starting 2025 Model Year

Blades

Blade Height	385.00 mm (15.16 in)
Blade Width	1,740.00 mm (68.50 in)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Boom Swing - Left	43 degrees
Boom Swing - Right	65 degrees
Max Digging Depth	11.30-11.30 ft (3.44-3.44 m)

Bucket

Arm digging Force	4,211.00 lbs (1,910.08 kg)
Bucket digging Force - SAE	7,209.00 lbs (3,269.95 kg)

Engine

Engine Model	YANMAR 4TNV88C-PBV
Net Power	39.00 hp (29.08 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Operating Weight	9,206.00-9,801.00 lbs (4,175.78-4,445.66 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10 rpm

Weights

Ground bearing pressure (rubber tracks)	4.5 - 4.79 psi
Ground bearing pressure (steel tracks)	4.61 psi
Rubber Tracks	9,206.00-9,515.00 lbs (4,175.78-4,315.94 kg)
Steel tracks	9,493.00-9,801.00 lbs (4,305.96-4,445.66 kg)

Yanmar SV40s currently for sale

A 2021 Yanmar SV40 From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 2023 Yanmar SV40 From Construction Machinery Company for Call for Price

A 2025 Yanmar SV40 From Wood's CRW Corp. for Call for Price

A 2023 Yanmar SV40 From Construction Machinery Company for Call for Price

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