Used Sany 305Excavator

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🏭 1. Overview

Item	Details
Manufacturer	SANY Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (China)
Model	SY305 / SY305H / SY305C (varies by market)
Class	30-ton (Medium-Large) Hydraulic Excavator
Application	Mining, earthmoving, construction, road building, demolition
Production	Since ~2014, widely sold globally (China, Southeast Asia, Africa, Middle East, South America, etc.)

The SANY SY305 is one of SANY's best-selling 30-ton class excavators, competing with models like CAT 330, Komatsu PC300, and Hitachi ZX330.

& 2. Engine & Powertrain

Specification	Details
Engine Brand	Isuzu AH-6HK1XQP (most common) or Cummins QSB6.7 (some markets)
Engine Type	6-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled diesel
Displacement	7.79 L (Isuzu) / 6.7 L (Cummins)
Rated Power	162 kW (217 HP) @ 2,000 rpm (Isuzu) / ~175 kW (Cummins)
Max Torque	~780 N·m @ 1,400 rpm
Emission Standard	China III / EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 4 Final (varies by region)
Fuel Tank	~460 L
Fuel Consumption	~25–30 L/hr (eco mode can reduce ~10%)

📐 3. Dimensions & Weight

Specification	Details
Operating Weight	30,500 – 31,200 kg
Transport Length	~10,020 mm
Transport Width	~3,190 mm
Transport Height	~3,250 mm
Ground Clearance	~460 mm
Track Width	600 mm (standard) / 700 mm (wide option)
Track Shoe Width	600 mm

🔧 4. Working Performance

Parameter	Standard Arm	Long Arm (optional)
Max Digging Depth	~6,900 mm	~7,500 mm
Max Digging Reach	~10,100 mm	~11,200 mm
Max Dumping Height	~7,200 mm	~7,800 mm
Max Digging Radius (ground level)	~9,800 mm	~10,800 mm
Max Vertical Wall Digging	~5,800 mm	~6,300 mm
Bucket Capacity (std.)	1.2 – 1.4 m³	1.0 – 1.2 m³
Breakout Force (bucket)	~145 kN	~130 kN
Tear-out Force (bucket)	~105 kN	~95 kN

🛢️ 5. Hydraulic System

Specification	Details
Main Pump Type	Variable displacement axial piston pump (2 pumps)
System Pressure	34.3 MPa (350 bar)
Pump Flow	2 × 280–320 L/min (total ~560–640 L/min)
Swing Mechanism	Hydraulic motor with brake
Swing Speed	~8.5 rpm
Travel Speed	~3.5 km/h (high) / ~2.2 km/h (low)
Hydraulic Tank	~120 L

🖥️ 6. Cab & Comfort

Feature	Details
Cab Type	ROPS/FOPS certified, pressurized
Air Conditioning	✅ Full automatic A/C
Seat	Air-suspension, heated, adjustable
Display	7-inch LCD color monitor
Controls	Joystick + pedal, electronic throttle
Noise Level	~68 dB(A) (relatively quiet for class)
Additional	USB charging, cup holders, armrests, LED lights

🧠 7. Smart Technology (SANY iFLEET / SRC)

Technology	Function
SANY iFLEET	Remote fleet management, GPS tracking, real-time monitoring
SRC (SANY Remote Control)	Optional remote/wireless operation
Eco Mode	Auto-adjusts engine speed & pump flow for fuel saving (~10-15% savings)
Power Mode	Boosts performance for heavy digging
Auto-idle	Engine auto-stops after 5 min inactivity
Fault Diagnosis	Real-time error codes on LCD screen
Weight Management System	Prevents overload, optimizes cycle time

🔩 8. Undercarriage & Durability

Component	Details
Track Frame	High-strength steel, reinforced X-frame
Rollers	22 rollers (11 per side), sealed & lubricated
Idlers	Adjustable tension
Sprocket	Cast steel, replaceable teeth
Track Shoes	600 mm triple-grouser (optional 700 mm)
Boom/Arm	High-strength steel, finite element optimized
Service Intervals	Engine oil: 500 hrs / Hydraulic oil: 2,000 hrs / Grease: 50 hrs

🆚 9. Comparison with Competitors

Feature	SANY SY305	CAT 330	Komatsu PC300	Hitachi ZX330
Power	162 kW (217 HP)	162 kW (217 HP)	162 kW (217 HP)	169 kW (227 HP)
Weight	~30.5 t	~30.4 t	~30.0 t	~32.8 t
Bucket	1.2–1.4 m³	1.1–1.5 m³	1.0–1.4 m³	1.0–1.5 m³
Price	💰💰 (Most affordable)	💰💰💰	💰💰💰	💰💰💰
Warranty	2 years / 2,000 hrs	2 years / 2,000 hrs	2 years / 2,000 hrs	2 years / 2,000 hrs

✅ SANY's biggest advantage: Lower purchase price + strong after-sales network in developing markets + fast parts supply

🌍 10. Markets & Pricing (Approximate 2024)

Region	Price Range (USD)
China	¥550,000 – ¥650,000 (~$78K–$92K)
Southeast Asia	$80,000 – $95,000
Africa	$85,000 – $100,000
Middle East	$88,000 – $105,000
South America	$90,000 – $110,000
Europe	€95,000 – €115,000

✅ 11. Key Strengths & Weaknesses

✅ Strengths:


💰	Best price-to-performance ratio in 30-ton class
🔧	Wide parts availability (especially in Asia, Africa, ME)
🧠	Advanced telematics (iFLEET) as standard
🛢️	Fuel-efficient eco mode
🔇	Quieter cab than most competitors
🛡️	Strong warranty & service network

⚠️ Weaknesses:


🏗️	Resale value lower than CAT/Komatsu in some markets
🔧	Parts quality perception still catching up in Europe/NA
📊	Secondary market less mature than Japanese brands

🎯 12. Who Should Buy the SANY SY305?

✅ Ideal For	❌ Not Ideal For
Contractors in developing markets (Africa, SE Asia, ME, S. America)	Premium markets demanding top resale value (USA, Western Europe)
Fleet buyers wanting telematics & low TCO	Users needing extreme heavy-duty mining specs
Rental companies (great ROI)	Operators wanting Japanese brand prestige
First-time excavator buyers (good value for money)

📌 Summary

The SANY SY305 is a well-engineered, fuel-efficient, and affordable 30-ton excavator that offers near-par performance with CAT 330 and Komatsu PC300 at a significantly lower price. With its smart technology (iFLEET), comfortable cab, and growing global service network, it has become one of the most popular Chinese excavators worldwide — especially in emerging markets.

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