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Kobelco SK270SR LC-5 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Kobelco ➔
Model: SK270SR LC-5 ➔

The Kobelco SK270SR LC-5 is a hydraulic excavator designed for medium to heavy-duty construction and earthmoving tasks. Featuring a compact radius design, the SK270SR LC-5 offers enhanced maneuverability in confined job sites while maintaining powerful digging performance. Equipped with a fuel-efficient engine and advanced hydraulic system, this model delivers reliable operation and improved productivity. The excavator includes a spacious operator cabin with ergonomic controls for increased comfort and precision. Suitable for applications such as trenching, material handling, and site preparation, the Kobelco SK270SR LC-5 combines durability, efficiency, and versatility in a robust excavator platform.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Arm Crowd Force - SAE	24,500 lbs (11,113 kg)
Arm Crowd Force-ISO	25,200 lbs (11,431 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	35,300 lbs (16,012 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	29,300 lbs (13,290 kg)
Max Digging Depth	22 ft (7 m)
Max Digging Height	37 ft (11 m)
Max Digging Reach	32 ft (10 m)
Max Dumping Clearance	27 ft (8 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	32 ft (10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	19 ft (6 m)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level	32 ft (10 m)
Min Dumping Clearance	10 ft (3 m)
Minimum swing radius	772 in (1,960 cm)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Digging Depth	23 ft (7 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	21 ft (6 m)

Brakes

Gradeability	70%
Parking brake	Oil disc brake per motor
Travel speed	4 mph (6 kph)

Capacities

Cooling system	6 gal (24 l)
Engine Oil	6 gal (21 l)
Fuel Tank	87 gal (330 l)
Hydraulic oil tank	30 gal (114 l)
Hydraulic system	61 gal (230 l)
Travel reduction	3 gal (10 l)

Cylinders

Bore (Arm)	5 in (14 cm)
Bore (Boom)	5 in (13 cm)
Bore (Bucket)	5 in (12 cm)
Stroke (Arm)	61 in (156 cm)
Stroke (Boom)	52 in (132 cm)
Stroke (Bucket)	43 in (108 cm)

Dimensions

Crawler length	15 ft (4 m)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Overall length	29 ft (9 m)
Shoe width	3 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	6 ft (2 m)

Engine

Bore	5 in (11 cm)
Displacement	313 cu in (5,124 cu cm)
Engine Make	Hino JO5E
Engine Model	J05EUM-KSSL
Max Torque	472 lbs ft (640 nm)
Net Power	166 hp (124 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2000 rpm
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)
Torque Measured @	1600 rpm

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type	Two variable displacement pumps
Max. discharge flow	58 gpm (220 lpm)
Travel circuit	4970 psi

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight

59,966 lbs (27,200 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed	12.6 rpm
Swing Torque	52,700 lbs ft (71,451 nm)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	55,303 lbs (25,085 kg)
Number of Shoes per Side	51
Track Gauge	9 ft (3 m)

Kobelco SK270SR LC-5s currently for sale

A 2018 Kobelco SK270SR LC-5 From Robert H Finke & Sons for $166,500.00 USD

A 2017 Kobelco SK270SR LC-5 From Abele Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. for $139,990.00 USD

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