Jansen MB-500
562 kg1,239 lbOperating weight
Trident TR306PetrolEngine
6.5 kW8.7 hpEngine power
1,200 mm3 ft 11 inDig depth
700 mm27.6 inWidth
2,330 mm7 ft 8 inReach
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Fix a problem 5
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
All troubleshootingSpecifications
- Spec
- ca. 562 kg (1,239 lb)
- Operating weight
- 562 kg (1,239 lb)
- Engine
- Trident TR306(E) petrol 306 cc (18.7 cu in)
- Engine power
- 6.5 kW (8.7 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 1,200 mm (3 ft 11 in)
- Max digging reach
- 2,330 mm (7 ft 8 in)
- Overall width
- 700 mm (27.6 in)
- Boom swing left
- 70°
- Track size
- track gauge 690 mm (27.2 in)
- Fuel tank
- 6 L (6.3 US qt)
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Mods for the MB-500
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.