Featuring: Zero Tail Swing, Enclosed Cab, Heat & A/C, Yanmar Diesel Engine, Rubber Tracks
At a Glance
Operating Weight: 11,707 lbs (5.3 tons)
Engine Power: 45.2 hp
Yanmar 4-Cylinder Diesel
Max Dig Depth: 11 ft 4 in
Max Digging Radius at Ground: 18 ft 10 in
Engine & Performance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | Yanmar 4-Cylinder Diesel |
| Engine Power | 45.2 hp |
| Displacement | 128 cu in |
| Emission Tier | Tier 4 Final |
| Cold Start | Auto-glow preheat standard |
| Hydraulic System | 38 gpm variable displacement load sensing |
| Auxiliary Hydraulics | 21.1 gpm supports full range of attachments |
| Pattern Control | ISO / SAE selectable |
Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 11,707 lbs |
| Standard Boom Length | 8 ft 10 in |
| Standard Arm Length | 4 ft 11 in |
| Track Shoe Width | 15 x 77 in rubber tracks |
| Tail Swing | Zero tail swing, great in tight spaces |
Dig & Reach
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Dig Depth | 11 ft 4 in |
| Maximum Digging Radius at Ground | 18 ft 10 in |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 8,273 lbs |
| Standard Bucket Width | 24 in with quick-attach coupler |
| Dozer Blade | 15 x 77 in front blade, hydraulic |
| Hydraulic Thumb | Included |
Cab & Operator Comfort
Enclosed Climate-Controlled Cab
Full enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab with heat and air conditioning standard, comfortable in Maine winters and summers alike. Wide visibility glass and spacious interior reduce fatigue on long days.
Adjustable Suspension Seat
Suspension rigidity adjusts to the operator's weight, absorbing vibration from the cab floor to reduce fatigue during extended operation.
Intuitive Controls
Hydraulic pilot controls with ISO/SAE pattern change valve standard. Work mode selection lets the operator optimize for speed or power depending on the task.
Diagnostics & Visibility
Cab and boom mounted lights standard for low-light conditions. Travel alarm standard for site safety.
What It Can Do
| Job Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Trenching | Water, sewer, electric, gas lines up to 11 ft deep |
| Excavation | Footings, foundations, basements, pools |
| Landscaping | Grading, pond digging, land clearing |
| Demolition | Light demo work with hydraulic breaker attachment |
| Material Handling | Moving brush, rock, fill dirt, debris |
| Site Prep | Clearing, leveling, backfilling with dozer blade |
| Tight Access Work | Backyards, narrow lots, fenced areas; zero tail swing fits where others won't |
Attachments Supported
The SY50U's auxiliary hydraulic circuits support a wide range of attachments. Ask us about availability.
| Attachment | Best For |
|---|---|
| Standard Digging Bucket | Included: 24 in, general excavation and trenching |
| Hydraulic Thumb | Included: grabbing rocks, logs, brush, and debris |
| Auger | Post holes, fence posts, tree planting |
| Hydraulic Breaker / Hammer | Breaking ledge, concrete, and frost |
| Ditching / Cleanup Bucket | Wide grading and smooth cleanouts |
Not sure if this machine is right for your job? Give us a call. Brandon has nearly 20 years of hands-on equipment experience and can tell you in 60 seconds whether the SY50U is the right fit for your project.
📞 207-491-3661