Yanmar Compact Equipment unveils New Zero-Tail Swing Mini Excavators

Osaka, Japan (July 30, 2024) - Yanmar Compact Equipment (Yanmar CE), a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd., has introduced the ViO30-7 and ViO35-7 zero-tail swing mini excavators, known for their excellent “footwork and armwork”, to the Asia, Pacific and Latin American markets.

With a complete overhaul of the 3-ton class ViO30-6 and 3.5-ton class ViO35-6 mini excavators, the new models offer significant improvements. The ViO30-7 and ViO35-7, in particular, boasts a 7% increase in maximum speed on flat terrain, thanks to an upgraded travelling motor. Additionally, the ViO35-7 features an enhanced hydraulic system that boosts slope climbing speed by up to 25%^*2.

Other improvements include better workability and safety through increased turning torque for more efficient operation, a compact design featuring an improved boom swing angle, and superior monitor visibility with the addition of a new colour LCD monitor.

Yanmar CE remains committed to providing compact construction equipment that ensures safe operations and contributes to urban development, including housing construction and infrastructure development. The company aims to create a society where everyone can live with peace of mind.

Product Overview

Product Page:

• https://www.yanmar.com/media/news/2020/08/03070922/vio30-7_vio35-7_202407.pdf (Link to the brochure)

Promotion video:

• https://youtu.be/Bt6mRrOV5uc (Link to video with product features)
• https://youtu.be/QRXkaM2fNt0 (Link to video, “Excellent footwork and armwork” version)

Main Features

1. Faster and more powerful

• Increased speed: The maximum speed on flat terrain is up by 7%^*1*2 thanks to an improved travelling motor.
• Enhanced slope climbing: The ViO35-7 has improved maximum slope climbing speed by 25%^*2, boosting efficiency on slopes.
• Reduced cycle time: An upgraded hydraulic pump reduces the cycle time for excavation by 7%^*1*2.
• Improved swing torque: Swing (Turning) torque is enhanced 43%^*1 for the ViO30-7 and 10%^*2 for the ViO35-7, making swing operations more efficient, especially on downhill slopes.

2. High efficiency in a compact body

• ViO30-7 Design: A compact vehicle width of 1,550 mm and a minimum front turning radius of 1,630 mm paired with an improved boom swing angle, facilitate digging, turning, and loading operations even in narrow work sites.
• ViO35-7 Design: Maintains a steady vehicle width of 1,740 mm and a minimum front turning radius of 1,610 mm ensuring great stability.
• Improved Ground Clearance: A higher boom pivot position ensures adequate ground clearance during loading/unloading. The ViO30-7’s overall length has been shortened by 400 mm to improve transportability^*3.

3. Enhanced work efficiency and safety

• Quick Coupler System: The optional double-lock quick coupler allows for easy bucket or attachment changes from the operator's seat with a single switch.
• Improved Visibility: The 4.3-inch colour LCD monitor provides better visibility of operating status and abnormal conditions. An optional rear-view camera can be installed for enhanced rearward visibility.
• Customizable Hydraulic Flow: The optional AUX1/2 allows configuration of up to 5 patterns of hydraulic flow rate for each attachment from the monitor screen, enabling different usage patterns based on the type of end attachment.

About Yanmar Compact Equipment

Yanmar Compact Equipment (Yanmar CE) is a global leader in the design, manufacture and support of compact equipment for a range of segments, principally construction and other earthmoving applications. Its products include extensive ranges of mini and midi excavators, wheel loaders, wheeled excavators, compact track loaders and tracked carriers. These are supported by a wide range of services designed to ensure customer success. A global company with proud Japanese heritage, Yanmar CE has manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe and North America – and an extensive international dealer network. Renowned for its innovative approach – it was the first to market with the now-benchmark mini-excavator, and is credited with popularizing the zero-tail swing concept – Yanmar CE remains a trusted brand known for its reliability, performance and commitment to customer satisfaction. These traits are demonstrated through the company’s tagline – ‘Building with you’.
For more details, please visit the official website. https://www.yanmar.com/global/construction/

About Yanmar

With beginnings in Osaka, Japan, in 1912, Yanmar was the first ever to succeed in making a compact diesel engine of a practical size in 1933. A pioneer in diesel engine technology, Yanmar is a global innovator in a wide range of industrial equipment, from small and large engines, agricultural machinery and facilities, construction equipment, energy systems, marine, to machine tools, and components — Yanmar’s global business operations span seven domains. On land, at sea, and in the city, Yanmar provides advanced solutions to the challenges customers face, towards realizing A Sustainable Future. For more details, please visit the official website of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd.

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