HD17V5KATO HD17V5
1,780 kg3,924 lbMachine weight
10.5 kW14.1 hpEngine power
2,190 mm7 ft 2 inDig depth
0.024 – 0.055 m³0.85 cu ft – 1.94 cu ftBucket capacity
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About the HD17V5
Manufacturer labels 1,780 kg as machine weight. Regional HD17V5, HD17VXE and HD18V5 names remain separate; no component interchangeability is inferred.
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
- Machine weight
- 1,780 kg (3,924 lb)
- Rated power
- 10.5 kW (14.1 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 2,190 mm (7 ft 2 in)
- Bucket capacity
- 0.024 – 0.055 m³ (0.85 cu ft – 1.94 cu ft)
Mods for the HD17V5
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.
