Yanmar Compact Equipment introduced the ViO80-1A and SV100-2A, the largest models in their mini excavator line.
The machines provide the performance, efficiency, technology and reliability needed for tough jobs, Yanmar says, allowing for maximum productivity in construction, landscaping and utility applications.
The ViO80 features Yanmar’s zero tail-swing, allowing the excavator to rotate next to a structure with far less risk of hitting it, the company says. The larger SV100 includes an ultra-tight tail-swing that has 6.7 in. of overhang.
Both designs allow for efficient work in tight jobsites as found in residential construction or road and utility work that may be difficult for larger equipment, Yanmar says.
Trusted performance
Yanmar says both mini excavators offer exceptional performance for their size classes. The 8-ton-class ViO80 weighs 18,136 pounds with 56.9 hp and a maximum digging depth of 15 ft., 4 in. The 10-ton class SV100 has a 21,550-pound operating weight while providing 72 hp and a maximum digging depth of 15 ft., 9 in.
“Contractors sometimes think they have to sacrifice comfort and performance to find a machine that will do work in tight quarters,” says Jeff Pate, director of sales at Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. “It’s always fun to be the guy that tells them about our 8- and 10-ton mini excavators. They can take more machine to the job than they thought possible with our zero and ultra-tight designs. And we pack in so many convenience features – like our patented hydraulic quick coupler – it adds up to a second-to-none experience for the customer.”
Efficiency and convenience
The ViO80 and SV100 offer several features that promote operator comfort and easy operation. Standard features include ECO Mode, Auto-Decel Mode and auto-shift two-speed travel.
ECO Mode helps extend engine life, lengthen oil change intervals and reduce fuel consumption by reducing engine speed and power draw when not needed, according to Yanmar. The mini excavators’ auto-shift two-speed travel design shifts the machines between low and high range automatically, making switching between jobsite tasks and longer travels seamless for the operator.
Yanmar’s hydraulic quick coupler comes standard on the ViO80 and SV100. The feature allows fast and easy changing of attachments, the company says. Aside from fitting and removing the safety lock pin, the entire task can be completed with the flip of a switch while the operator is in the cab.
Both machines’ cabs are designed for maximum elbow and leg room, Yanmar says. The mini excavators feature standard heating and air conditioning systems and sturdy, sound-blocking, anti-vibration construction for a smooth quiet ride and a comfortable operator experience year-round.
The SV100 includes a lever-controlled backfill blade, adding application versatility, along with an LCD monitor that displays key operating information and maintenance interval notifications.
Telematics technology
The mini excavators both come with SmartAssist Remote, Yanmar’s telematics system, free for five years on qualifying machines.
Operators can set a range from a specific location or a starting time, triggering SmartAssist Remote to send a notification if that range is exceeded. SmartAssist Remote can also detect errors with electronic components and send notifications to service personnel and directly to Yanmar to streamline the diagnostic process.
Additionally, Yanmar says the machine’s owner can view the equipment’s operational status in real time and view daily work reports that track excavator usage.