Kobelco SK18
Also listed as SK 18
1,900 kg4,189 lbOperating weight
Yanmar 3TNV70DieselEngine
9.5 kW12.7 hpEngine power
4,040 mm13 ft 3 inReach
0.05 m³1.77 cu ftBucket capacity
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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
- Operating weight
- 1,900 kg (4,189 lb)
- Engine power
- 9.5 kW (12.7 hp)
- Engine
- Yanmar 3TNV70
- Max digging reach
- 4,040 mm (13 ft 3 in)
- Bucket capacity
- 0.05 m³ (1.77 cu ft)
- Track size
- 230 mm (9.1 in)
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Mods for the SK18
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.


