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Yanmar SV40 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Yanmar ➔
Model: SV40 ➔

The Yanmar SV40 is a compact mini excavator designed for construction, landscaping, utility, and site preparation work. It is part of Yanmar's SV series and is built for operation in confined spaces where maneuverability and reduced tail swing are important. The SV40 typically features a diesel engine, hydraulic digging system, and a cab or canopy configuration depending on specification. Common attachments include buckets, augers, and hydraulic breakers. As a mini excavator, the Yanmar SV40 is used for trenching, grading, material handling, and light demolition. Its size and operating weight make it suitable for urban and residential job sites.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	11.8 (3.60) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	39.0 (29.1) Starting 2025 Model Year
Max Reach @ ground level ft. (m)	18 (5.49) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	9,515 (4,316) Starting 2025 Model Year

Blades

Blade Height	385.00 mm (15.16 in)
Blade Width	1,740.00 mm (68.50 in)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Boom Swing - Left	43 degrees
Boom Swing - Right	65 degrees
Max Digging Depth	11.30-11.30 ft (3.44-3.44 m)

Bucket

Arm digging Force	4,211.00 lbs (1,910.08 kg)
Bucket digging Force - SAE	7,209.00 lbs (3,269.95 kg)

Engine

Engine Model	YANMAR 4TNV88C-PBV
Net Power	39.00 hp (29.08 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Operating Weight	9,206.00-9,801.00 lbs (4,175.78-4,445.66 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

10 rpm

Weights

Ground bearing pressure (rubber tracks)	4.5 - 4.79 psi
Ground bearing pressure (steel tracks)	4.61 psi
Rubber Tracks	9,206.00-9,515.00 lbs (4,175.78-4,315.94 kg)
Steel tracks	9,493.00-9,801.00 lbs (4,305.96-4,445.66 kg)

Yanmar SV40s currently for sale

A 2023 Yanmar SV40 From Aring Equipment Company, Inc. for Call for Price

A 2023 Yanmar SV40 From NED for $46,400.00 USD

A 2023 Yanmar SV40 From Construction Machinery Company for Call for Price

A 2025 Yanmar SV40 From Wood's CRW Corp. for Call for Price

A 2021 Yanmar SV40 From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

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