Kobelco Releases New Mid-Size Short Radius Excavators
Kobelco Construction Machinery USA has released two new short-radius excavators, the SK230SRLC-7 and SK270SRLC-7. These machines are designed for use in tight spaces, while still providing the power and performance needed for a variety of tasks.

The SK230SRLC-7 has a digging force of 29,700 pounds and a maximum digging reach of 31 feet 10 inches. The SK270SRLC-7 is larger, with a digging force of 35,300 pounds and a maximum digging reach of 32 feet 4 inches. Both machines are powered by a 164-horsepower Tier 4 Final Yanmar engine.

The SK230SRLC-7 and SK270SRLC-7 feature a number of new technologies that improve performance and efficiency. These include a reconfigured iNDr cooling system, an intelligent control system, and a new cab design.

The iNDr cooling system helps to reduce dust intake, fuel consumption, and exhaust emissions. The intelligent control system ensures smooth engagement and disengagement of machine functions, while the new cab design provides a more comfortable and productive work environment for the operator.

Other features of the SK230SRLC-7 and SK270SRLC-7 include:

  • A power boost function that provides up to 10 per cent additional power for extra digging capability
  • A heavy lift feature that provides extra lift capacity when needed
  • Independent travel that allows the machines to move, lift, and swing simultaneously without losing power
  • An all-new interior design with an optimised control layout and jog dial
  • Wide access doors
  • A multi-vent air conditioner
  • Ergonomic lever angles
  • Adjustable height joysticks
  • LED interior lighting
  • A tilting left-side console
  • A 270-degree camera system
  • A 10-inch monitor
  • A seven-way heated adjustable suspension seat
  • Adjustable flow-rate modes for the bucket, breaker, nibbler, and thumb
  • Mode settings for other attachments like tiltrotators
  • Easily accessible day-to-day maintenance points
  • An overhead cab guard for added safety

    • The SK230SRLC-7 and SK270SRLC-7 are ideal for a variety of applications, including demolition, excavation, landscaping, foundation work, pipelaying, utility work and more.

    These machines are built to last, with a long list of standard features that make them reliable and easy to maintain. Kobelco backs its excavators with a comprehensive warranty, so you can be confident that you're making a wise investment.

    These machines are built to perform in even the most demanding conditions, and they come with a variety of features that make them easy to operate and maintain.

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