ZX26U-5NHitachi ZX26U-5N
2,520 kg5,556 lbOperating weight
Yanmar 3TNV80FDieselEngine
14.9 kW20 hpEngine power
2,590 mm8 ft 6 inDig depth
4,630 mm15 ft 2 inReach
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Fix a problem 6
Cranks but won't startFuel filter, glow plugs, safety lever
Hydraulics slow or weakFluid, filters, relief valve
Cold-weather startingBattery, fuel gelling, warm-up
Tracks keep coming offTension, idlers, sprockets
Upper won't swing or clunksSwing motor bolts, gear, grease
Jerky or twitchy controlsThrottle, springs, flow controls
All troubleshootingSpecifications
- Operating weight
- 2,520 kg (5,556 lb)
- Rated power
- 14.9 kW (20 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 2,590 mm (8 ft 6 in)
- Max digging reach
- 4,630 mm (15 ft 2 in)
- Engine model
- Yanmar 3TNV80F
- Engine displacement cc
- 1,266 cc (77.3 cu in)
- Fuel type
- Diesel
Mods for the ZX26U-5N
All modsOperator cooling fanAdd a 12 V fan to move engine heat and fumes away from the seat.Fuel tank relocation & extra capacityMove a hard-to-reach tank or add capacity so you refuel less often.ThumbAdd a mechanical or hydraulic thumb to pick up rocks, logs and debris.Quick hitchSwap buckets and attachments in minutes instead of driving pins.Seat upgradeSwap the thin factory seat for a padded or suspension seat with a lap belt.LED work lightsAdd work lights for early starts, late finishes and dark sheds.
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