SY18USANY SY18U
1,925 kg4,244 lbOperating weight
Yanmar 3TNV80FDieselEngine
14.6 kW19.6 hpEngine power
2,360 mm7 ft 9 inDig depth
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About the SY18U
Current web specification gives 2,360 mm maximum excavation depth; its linked UK brochure gives 2,385–2,585 mm by arm. Confirm the matching arm and configuration.
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
- 1,925 kg (4,244 lb)
- Engine model
- Yanmar 3TNV80F
- Rated power
- 14.6 kW (19.6 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 2,360 mm (7 ft 9 in)
Mods for the SY18U
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.
