Used Sany 215Excavator

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📌 1. Overview

Item	Detail
Manufacturer	SANY Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (China)
Model	SY215C / SY215C-9 / SY215C-10
Class	Medium Hydraulic Excavator (~21.5 ton)
Application	Earthmoving, mining, construction, demolition, road building
Origin	Changsha, Hunan, China

The SANY SY215C is one of SANY's best-selling mid-size excavators, competing directly with machines like the CAT 320, Komatsu PC210, and Volvo EC220D. It is known for its high performance, fuel efficiency, and strong after-sales support.

🔧 2. Engine Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Engine Model	Isuzu AA-6HK1XQP (Stage III) / CC-6HK1X (Tier 4 Final)
Type	6-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled, direct injection diesel
Displacement	6.494 L
Rated Power	112–125 kW (150–168 HP) @ 2,000 rpm
Max Torque	~580 N·m @ 1,400 rpm
Emission Standard	China III / EPA Tier 4 Final (varies by region)
Fuel Tank Capacity	~400 L

✅ The Isuzu engine is renowned for reliability, durability, and low maintenance costs.

& 3. Hydraulic System

Parameter	Specification
Main Pump Type	Double axial piston variable displacement pump (Kawasaki / SANY)
Pump Flow	2 × 200–230 L/min
System Pressure	34.3 MPa (350 bar)
Swing Motor	Axial piston motor with brake
Travel Motor	Axial piston with planetary gear reduction
Hydraulic Tank	~130 L

📐 4. Dimensions & Weight

Parameter	Value
Operating Weight	21,300 – 21,500 kg
Overall Length (w/o bucket)	~9,650 mm
Overall Width	~2,990 mm
Overall Height (to cab top)	~3,100 mm
Ground Clearance	~440 mm
Track Width	600 mm (standard triple-grouser shoes)
Track Length on Ground	~3,380 mm
Tail Swing Radius	~2,860 mm

💪 5. Working Performance

Parameter	Value
Bucket Capacity (Standard)	0.8 – 1.0 m³
Max Digging Depth	6,900 – 7,100 mm
Max Digging Reach	9,900 – 10,200 mm
Max Dumping Height	~7,200 mm
Max Digging Force (arm/bucket)	~145 – 155 kN
Max Bucket Breakout Force	~115 – 125 kN
Swing Speed	~11 rpm
Travel Speed	~3.5 / 5.5 km/h (low/high)
Gradeability	70% (35°)
Max Truck Loading Height	~7,100 mm

🖥️ 6. Cab & Operator Comfort

Feature	Detail
Cab Type	ROPS/FOPS certified, fully enclosed
Air Conditioning	✅ Standard
Seat	Air-suspension, adjustable, heated (optional)
Display	7-inch LCD color monitor with multi-function info
Controls	Pilot-operated joysticks + foot pedals
Noise Level	~72 dB(A) (relatively quiet)
Lighting	LED work lights (front/rear)
Camera	Rearview camera (optional)

🧠 7. Smart Features (SANY iCON System)

Feature	Description
E/P Mode	Eco mode (fuel saving) / Power mode (max performance)
Auto-idle	Engine auto-stops when not working → saves fuel up to 10–15%
Load Sensing	Hydraulic system matches flow to demand
iCON Monitor	Real-time fuel consumption, operating hours, fault diagnostics
GPS/Telematics	SANY SmartLink remote monitoring available
Anti-theft System	Engine immobilizer

🔄 8. Attachments (Versatility)

The SY215 is compatible with a wide range of attachments:

Attachment	Use
🪣 Standard Bucket	General excavation
🔨 Hydraulic Breaker	Rock demolition
' Hydraulic Shear	Metal cutting/scrap
🪵 Grapple	Log handling
🔄 Thumb	Pipe/log grabbing
🔩 Auger	Pile drilling
🪣 Tiltrotator	Multi-angle work
🧹 Quick Coupler	Fast attachment change

📊 9. Comparison with Competitors

Spec	SANY SY215C	CAT 320	Komatsu PC210	Volvo EC220D
Power	125 kW (168 HP)	120 kW (161 HP)	113 kW (152 HP)	121 kW (162 HP)
Weight	21,500 kg	20,900 kg	21,000 kg	21,900 kg
Bucket	0.8–1.0 m³	0.94 m³	0.8 m³	0.9 m³
Price (approx.)	$85,000–$105,000	$120,000+	$110,000+	$115,000+

💰 SANY offers 20–30% lower price with comparable performance — that's its biggest advantage!

✅ 10. Advantages & Disadvantages

✅ Pros

Advantage	Detail
💰 Cost-effective	Much cheaper than Japanese/European brands
🔧 Low maintenance	Isuzu engine is proven & easy to service
📱 Smart tech	iCON system, telematics, fuel saving
🏋️ Strong build	SANY uses high-strength steel
🌍 Global service	SANY has 300+ service centers worldwide
⚡ Fuel efficient	Auto-idle + E-mode saves 10–15% fuel

❌ Cons

Disadvantage	Detail
📉 Resale value	Lower than CAT/Komatsu in some markets
🔩 Parts availability	May be limited in some regions (improving)
🏢 Brand perception	Still catching up to Japanese brands in some markets

🏁 11. Summary

Category	Rating
Performance	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Fuel Efficiency	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Build Quality	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Comfort	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
After-Sales	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

🎯 The SANY SY215C is an excellent choice for contractors who want Japanese-level performance at Chinese-level pricing. It's especially popular in Southeast Asia, Africa, South America, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.

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