Earthmoving Machines
GEHL 503Z Excavator (2025)
Explore the GEHL 503Z compact excavator, ideal for South African construction, landscaping, and utility projects. Get detailed specs, pricing, and buying advice for this versatile 4.5-ton machine.
Model + price
- Model
- GEHL 503Z
- Price range
- R 274 400 - R 411 600
Market price score
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Signals
- Demand
- MEDIUM
- Year range
- 2025
- Weight (kg)
- 4517
Years produced
2025–2025
- Initial Release: 2025–presentRepresenting the current production model with modern features and emissions compliance.
The GEHL 503Z is a relatively new model, with its introduction aimed at the contemporary compact excavator market.
Key specs
- Year range
- 2025
- Operating Weight
- 4,517 kg
- Engine Power
- 35.9 kW (48.1 hp)(est.)
- Digging Depth (Max)
- 3.5 - 3.8 m(est.)
- Bucket Digging Force
- 30 - 35 kN(est.)
- Arm Digging Force
- 20 - 25 kN(est.)
- Max Reach at Ground Level
- 5.5 - 6.0 m(est.)
- Tail Swing Type
- Zero Tail Swing (ZTS)
- Track Width
- 350 - 400 mm(est.)
- Travel Speed (High)
- 4.5 - 5.0 km/h(est.)
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