Used Hyundai 150Excavator

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The Hyundai 150 excavator (commonly the R150LC-7 or the newer R150LC-9A) is a mid-size hydraulic excavator in the 15-ton class, manufactured by Hyundai Construction Equipment (HCE) — now known as Hyundai Genuine. It is one of the most popular and best-selling excavators in the mid-size segment worldwide.

📋 1. GENERAL OVERVIEW

Feature	R150LC-7 (Older)	R150LC-9A (Newer)
Class	15-ton (Medium)	15-ton (Medium)
Operating Weight	~14,800 kg	~15,000 – 15,300 kg
Production Era	2007 – 2018	2018 – Present
Market	Global	Global (Euro Stage V / EPA Tier 4)
Popular In	Construction, Mining, Demolition, Landscaping	Same + stricter emission regions

⚙️ 2. ENGINE & POWER SYSTEM

Specification	R150LC-7	R150LC-9A
Engine Model	Hyundai D4DD / D4DB	Hyundai D4DD / Isuzu 4JJ1-TC
Type	4-Cylinder, Turbocharged, Intercooled Diesel	4-Cylinder, Turbocharged, Intercooled Diesel
Displacement	3.907 L	3.0 L (Isuzu) / 3.907 L (D4DD)
Power Output	86 – 96 HP (64 – 71 kW) @ 2,000 rpm	110 – 116 HP (82 – 86 kW) @ 2,000 rpm
Emission Standard	Stage IIIA / Tier 3	Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final
Fuel Tank Capacity	~300 L	~300 L
DEF/AdBlue Tank	N/A (older)	Yes (for SCR system)

🔑 The R150LC-9A is significantly more powerful and fuel-efficient thanks to the newer engine and emissions technology.

📐 3. DIMENSIONS

Dimension	R150LC-7	R150LC-9A
Overall Length (w/ bucket)	~7,770 mm	~7,780 mm
Overall Width	~2,800 mm	~2,800 mm
Overall Height (to cab top)	~2,950 mm	~2,960 mm
Ground Clearance	~450 mm	~450 mm
Track Width	600 mm (standard)	600 mm (standard)
Track Shoe Width	600 mm	600 mm
Tail Swing Radius	~2,400 mm	~2,400 mm

⚠️ The R150LC-9A features a short tail swing (zero tail swing design), making it ideal for working in confined spaces.

🏗️ 4. WORKING PERFORMANCE (HYDRAULIC SYSTEM)

Specification	R150LC-7	R150LC-9A
Max Digging Depth	~5,700 mm	~5,730 mm
Max Reach (Ground Level)	~8,500 mm	~8,760 mm
Max Digging Height	~8,300 mm	~8,600 mm
Max Dumping Height	~5,900 mm	~6,100 mm
Max Digging Force (Boom)	~98 kN	~105 kN
Max Digging Force (Arm)	~68 kN	~72 kN
Bucket Capacity	0.4 – 0.8 m³	0.4 – 0.9 m³
Hydraulic Pump Type	Variable displacement axial piston (2 pumps)	Variable displacement axial piston (2 pumps)
System Pressure	34.3 MPa (350 bar)	35 MPa (350 bar)
Flow Rate	2 × 170 L/min	2 × 190 L/min

🔧 5. KEY FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY

Feature	Description
🎮 Eco Mode	Automatically reduces engine RPM when full power isn't needed — saves 10-15% fuel
💺 Comfortable Cab	A/C, heated seat, suspension seat, low noise & vibration (~68 dB)
🖥️ LCD Monitor	Digital dashboard with fuel consumption, working hours, diagnostic info
🛡️ Safety Features	ROPS/FOPS certified cab, rear-view camera (R150LC-9A), alarm system
🔧 Easy Maintenance	Ground-level service points, large-opening engine hood, centralized greasing
🔌 Electrical System	24V system, pre-wired for hydraulic breaker & quick coupler
🪛 Quick Coupler Ready	Available with or without quick coupler (hydraulic + mechanical + pin-type)
❄️ Climate Options	Available with A/C, heater, defroster for extreme climates

🏋️ 6. ATTACHMENT OPTIONS

The R150 is highly versatile with various attachments:

Attachment	Use Case
🪣 General Purpose Bucket	Digging, loading
🔨 Hydraulic Breaker (Hammer)	Demolition, rock breaking
✂️ Hydraulic Shear/Grapple	Scrap metal, demolition
🪵 Thumb	Log handling, pipe gripping
🔩 Ripper (Single Shank)	Hard ground, frozen soil
🧹 Grading Bucket	Leveling, finishing
🌲 Forestry Grapple	Log loading, tree removal
🕳️ Auger / Drill	Pile driving, foundation work
🪨 Vibro Ripper	Compacted soil, rocky terrain

📊 7. PERFORMANCE COMPARISON (vs Competitors)

Model	Weight	Engine Power	Bucket	Max Depth
Hyundai R150LC-9A	15,000 kg	116 HP	0.9 m³	5,730 mm
CAT 315 GC	15,300 kg	116 HP	0.7 m³	5,640 mm
Komatsu PC150-8	15,000 kg	112 HP	0.65 m³	5,640 mm
Doosan DX150LC-7	14,900 kg	113 HP	0.6 m³	5,680 mm
Volvo ECR150E	15,100 kg	121 HP	0.6 m³	5,700 mm
Kobelco SK150LC-10	14,800 kg	107 HP	0.5 m³	5,580 mm

✅ Hyundai R150LC-9A is competitive in power, has a larger bucket capacity, and is known for excellent fuel efficiency and lower operating costs.

💰 8. APPROXIMATE PRICING (2024 Estimates)

Condition	Price Range (USD)
New R150LC-9A	$95,000 – $130,000
Used R150LC-7 (2010-2015)	$35,000 – $60,000
Used R150LC-7 (2015-2018)	$55,000 – $75,000
Rental (Daily)	$350 – $600/day

📌 Prices vary by region, configuration, hours, and condition.

✅ 9. ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

✅ Advantages	❌ Disadvantages
Excellent fuel efficiency (Eco mode)	Smaller bucket than some Korean rivals
Low maintenance cost	Parts availability varies by region
Comfortable, low-noise cab	R150LC-7 is outdated (emission)
Strong after-sales network (HCE)	Resale value lower than CAT/Komatsu
Reliable Hyundai D4DD engine	Hydraulic system not as refined as CAT
Good resale value in Asia & Middle East	Limited availability in North America

🌍 10. POPULAR MARKETS

Region	Popularity
🌏 Southeast Asia	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Popular — Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand)
🌏 Middle East	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar)
🌏 Africa	⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa)
🌏 South America	⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Brazil, Chile, Colombia)
🌏 CIS / Central Asia	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🇺🇸 North America	⭐⭐⭐ (Growing but CAT/John Deere dominate)
🇪🇺 Europe	⭐⭐⭐ (R150LC-9A sold in Euro markets)

🎯 11. SUMMARY — WHO SHOULD BUY IT?

Ideal For	Not Ideal For
✅ Construction companies (mid-size projects)	❌ Heavy mining operations (need 20T+)
✅ Road & infrastructure work	❌ Markets requiring Tier 4 Final (older R150LC-7)
✅ Demolition & excavation	❌ Premium brand loyalty buyers
✅ Rental companies (good ROI)	❌ Extremely cold climates (needs options)
✅ Developing countries (affordable, reliable)

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAY

The Hyundai R150LC-9A is one of the best value-for-money 15-ton excavators in the world — offering strong power, low fuel consumption, comfortable operation, and excellent reliability at a competitive price. It is the go-to choice for contractors in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America.

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