Earthmoving Machines

Hitachi ZX17 Excavator (2025)

Explore the Hitachi ZX17 mini excavator: compact power for South African sites. Detailed specs, applications, and buying guide for contractors and plant hire.

Hitachi ZX17 Excavator (2025)

Model + price

Model
Hitachi ZX17
Price range
R 396 000 - R 594 000

Signals

Type
Excavator
Demand
HIGH
Year range
2025
Weight (kg)
1720

Key specs

Operating Weight
1,720 kg
Engine Power
10.6 kW (14.2 hp) (est.)
Bucket Capacity
0.03 - 0.05 m³ (est.)
Max Digging Depth
2,200 - 2,400 mm (est.)
Max Reach at Ground Level
3,800 - 4,000 mm (est.)
Tail Swing Radius
Zero Tail Swing (est.)
Overall Width
980 - 1,300 mm (retractable tracks) (est.)
Travel Speed (High/Low)
2.0 / 4.0 km/h (est.)

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