What brand is the excavator?
In the field of construction machinery, excavators (excavators) are one of the most widely used equipment. Excavators of different brands have their own advantages and disadvantages in terms of performance, price and after-sales service. This article will sort out the mainstream excavator brands currently on the market for you, and combine it with hot topics in the past 10 days to help you quickly understand the industry trends.
1. Inventory of mainstream excavator brands

The following are common excavator brands at home and abroad and their characteristics:
| brand | Country/Region | Features | Popular models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caterpillar | United States | Strong durability, suitable for heavy duty conditions | CAT 320, CAT 336 |
| Komatsu | Japan | High fuel economy and advanced technology | PC200, PC360 |
| Sany Heavy Industry (SANY) | China | High cost performance and perfect after-sales service | SY215, SY365 |
| XCMG | China | Rich product lines, adaptable to various working conditions | XE215, XE370 |
| Volvo | Sweden | Outstanding environmental performance and comfortable operation | EC210, EC380 |
| Hitachi | Japan | High reliability and low maintenance cost | ZX200, ZX350 |
2. Hot spots in the excavator industry in the past 10 days
1.New energy excavators attract attention: With the tightening of environmental protection policies, the electric excavator SY16E launched by Sany Heavy Industry has become the focus of discussion, and its zero-emission characteristics are favored by construction sites.
2.Export growth of domestic excavators: According to customs data, the export volume of XCMG excavators in the first half of the year increased by 35% year-on-year, and the performance in the Southeast Asian market was particularly impressive.
3.Intelligent excavator technology breakthrough: Komatsu’s latest PC500LC-11 is equipped with an AI working condition recognition system, which can automatically adjust the operating mode, triggering industry discussions.
3. How to choose a suitable excavator brand?
Consider the following factors when choosing an excavator:
| Considerations | Suggestions |
|---|---|
| budget | The price of domestic brands is usually 60-70% of imported brands. |
| working environment | Caterpillar is preferred for mining conditions, and Volvo is the option for urban construction. |
| After-sales service | SANY and XCMG have wider coverage of domestic service outlets |
| Environmental requirements | Cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen are recommended to choose National IV standard models |
4. Maintenance tips
No matter which brand of excavator you choose, regular maintenance is crucial:
1. Replace engine oil and filter every 250 hours
2. Check the hydraulic oil level before work every day
3. When parked for a long time, it should be started and run for 30 minutes every month.
4. Using original accessories can extend the life of the equipment by more than 20%
Conclusion
The choice of excavator brand requires comprehensive consideration of many factors such as performance, price and service. At present, domestic excavators have obvious advantages in cost performance and service response speed, while international brands are better in technology accumulation and adaptability to extreme working conditions. It is recommended that users inspect the equipment on site before purchasing and make decisions based on recent industry trends.
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