Used Sany 135Excavator

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📌 1. OVERVIEW

Item	Detail
Model	SANY SY135 (SY135C / SY135H)
Manufacturer	SANY Group (China) — World's 5th largest construction machinery maker
Class	13.5-ton (Medium-sized) Crawler Excavator
Main Application	Excavation, loading, demolition, landscaping, road construction, municipal works
Target Markets	China, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, South America, Europe

📌 2. ENGINE & POWER SYSTEM

Specification	Detail
Engine Brand	Yuchai YC6J180-T20 (China) / Isuzu AJ-4HK1X (Export)
Engine Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled, direct injection
Rated Power	97 kW (130 HP) @ 2,000 rpm
Max Torque	~530 N·m @ 1,400 rpm
Emission Standard	China III / Euro IIIA (Tier 3 equivalent)
Fuel Tank Capacity	~260 L
Fuel Consumption	~12–15 L/hour (eco mode)

✅ The SY135 is known for good fuel efficiency thanks to SANY's intelligent engine management.

📌 3. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Specification	Detail
Pump Type	Variable displacement axial piston pump (main) + Gear pump (pilot)
Main Pump Flow	2 × 110 L/min (total ~220 L/min)
System Pressure	34.3 MPa (350 bar)
Hydraulic Oil Capacity	~120 L

🔧 Dual variable pumps provide smooth operation and energy saving — working at lower flow when less power is needed.

📌 4. DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Specification	Detail
Operating Weight	13,200 – 13,700 kg
Transport Length	~7,850 mm
Transport Width	~2,500 mm
Transport Height	~2,950 mm
Track Gauge	1,800 mm
Ground Clearance	~430 mm
Track Shoe Width	500 / 600 mm (optional)

📌 5. WORKING PERFORMANCE ⭐

Parameter	Value
Max Digging Depth	5,850 – 6,000 mm
Max Digging Reach	8,500 – 8,700 mm
Max Dumping Height	6,500 – 6,800 mm
Max Digging Radius (Ground Level)	~8,200 mm
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	~4,300 mm
Max Digging Force (Bucket)	~85 – 90 kN
Max Tractive Force	~95 kN
Bucket Capacity (Standard)	0.45 – 0.55 m³
Swing Speed	~10 rpm
Travel Speed (Hi/Lo)	3.5 / 5.5 km/h

📌 6. KEY FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY

🔧 Feature	Description
🧠 SYCS Intelligent Control System	SANY's proprietary smart system — auto-adjusts engine speed & pump flow to match workload → saves 10–15% fuel
🌿 Eco Mode	One-button fuel-saving mode — reduces engine RPM when full power isn't needed
💺 Comfortable Cab	180° panoramic view, silent cab (≤68 dB), air conditioning, suspended seat, LCD monitor
🎮 Pilot Control	Ergonomic joystick handles — reduces operator fatigue
🔐 Anti-Theft System	Engine immobilizer + GPS tracking (optional)
🛢️ Centralized Lubrication	Auto-greasing system for all pivot points → longer life, less maintenance
🔩 Reinforced Work Device	High-strength steel boom & arm → durable for heavy-duty work
📐 Blade & Ripper Ready	Dozer blade & single-shank ripper available as options
❄️ Cold-Start Package	Available for regions with harsh winter (-30°C cold start)

📌 7. ATTACHMENT OPTIONS 🔧

Attachment	Use Case
🪣 Standard Bucket (0.45–0.55 m³)	General excavation
🦴 Rock Bucket	Hard rock / quarry work
🔨 Hydraulic Breaker (Hammer)	Demolition, concrete breaking
🪓 Hydraulic Thumb	Log grabbing, pipe handling
' Quick Coupler	Fast attachment change (no pins)
🌀 Hydraulic Rotator	Forestry, pipe laying
🧊 Vibratory Plate Compactor	Soil compaction
🪚 Trenching Bucket	Pipeline trench digging

📌 8. COMPARISON WITH COMPETITORS

Model	Weight	Power	Bucket	Price Range (USD)
SANY SY135 ⭐	13.5T	130 HP	0.5 m³	$55,000 – $75,000
CAT 313 GC	13.3T	114 HP	0.5 m³	$90,000 – $110,000
Komatsu PC130-11	13.0T	102 HP	0.47 m³	$85,000 – $105,000
XCMG XE135D	13.5T	105 HP	0.5 m³	$50,000 – $68,000
Doosan DX140LCR	14.0T	103 HP	0.45 m³	$80,000 – $100,000

🏆 SANY SY135 Advantage: Best price-to-performance ratio, intelligent fuel-saving system, strong after-sales network in developing markets.

📌 9. PROS & CONS

✅ Pros	❌ Cons
Excellent fuel efficiency (SYCS)	Brand perception still behind CAT/Komatsu in some markets
Competitive pricing (20–30% cheaper than Japanese brands)	Resale value lower than CAT/Komatsu
Comfortable & modern cab	Parts availability varies by region
Strong build quality for the price	Resale value not as strong as Japanese brands
Wide dealer & parts network (especially in Asia, Africa, ME)	—
Low maintenance cost	—

📌 10. WHO SHOULD BUY THE SY135?

👤 Customer Type	Why SY135?
🏗️ Contractors in developing countries	Best value for money
🏢 Rental companies	Low TCO, high utilization
🌳 Municipal / Landscaping companies	Versatile, good reach & depth
🏭 Quarry & Mining (light)	Rock bucket option available
🔨 Demolition companies	Breaker-ready, strong work device

📌 11. WARRANTY & SERVICE

Item	Detail
Warranty	12 months / 2,000 hours (whichever comes first)
Engine Warranty	12 months
Dealer Network	200+ dealers in 150+ countries
Parts Supply	Fast delivery in Asia, Africa, ME; 5–15 days elsewhere
Online Diagnostics	SANY Cloud System — remote machine monitoring ✅

🎯 SUMMARY

Rating	Score
💰 Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
&Performance**	⭐⭐⭐⭐
🪑 Comfort	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Reliability	⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌍 After-Sales	⭐⭐⭐⭐

🏆 The SANY SY135 is one of the BEST 13-ton excavators in terms of price-performance ratio in 2024–2025. If budget matters and you need a reliable, fuel-efficient mid-size excavator — SY135 is an excellent choice. 💪

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