
A Smart Choice for Home Farmers: YG Micro Excavator
Meet John Smith, a farmer from California who runs a 20-acre organic farm where he cultivates grapes and vegetables. He realized that depending on traditional manual labor was not only slow but also quite expensive. In 2025, he came across YG’s small crawler excavator while browsing an e-commerce site. The 1.8-ton model turned out to be just what he needed for his farming operations, featuring rubber tracks and a variety of attachments that make it ideal for tasks like tilling vineyards and digging irrigation ditches.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 138 3711 2713
Technical Parameters of the Small Crawler Excavator
| Model | YG-08 | YG-09 | YG-10 | YG-12 |
| Operation weight | 680KG | 680KG | 820KG | 850KG |
| Engine(customized) | Coop192 G2, E5+50,B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50,B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50,B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50,B&S-gas |
| Power | 7.6kw/12PH | 7.6kw | 7.6kw | 7.6kw |
| Hydraulic cylinder, pump, valve(customized) | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 years | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 year |
| Bucket capacity | 0.03CBM | 0.03CBM | 0.03CBM | 0.03CBM |
| Rotation speed | 10r/min | 11r/min | 11r/min | 11r/min |
| Overall dimension(L*W*H) | 2430mm*720mm*1390mm | 2430mm*720mm*1390mm | 2700mm*910mm*1480mm | 2870mm*1000mm*2030mm/2285mm(With shed) |
| Crawler grounding length | 1140mm | 1140mm | 1200mm | 1200mm |
| Crawler width | 150mm | 150mm | 180mm | 180mm |
| Max digging height | 2350mm | 2500mm | 2680mm | 2580mm |
| Max discharge height | 1600mm | 1600mm | 1700mm | 1745mm |
| Max digging depth | 1300mm | 1300mm | 1600mm | 1700mm |
| Max digging radius | 2400mm | 2450mm | 2850mm | 3030mm |
| Mini turning radius | 1100mm | 1100mm | 1290mm | 1290mm |
| Platform clearance to ground | 380mm | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm |
| Swing angle | 360° | 360° | 360° | 360° |
| Climbing gradient | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° |
| Bulldozer Max depth | 150mm | 190mm | 190mm | 170mm |
| Bulldozer Max raising height | 260mm | 260mm | 260mm | 240mm |
| Walking speed | 2.5km/h | 2.3km/h | 2.5km/h | 2.5km/h |
| Bucket digging force | 6.5KN | 6.5KN | 10.7KN | 11.5KN |
| Hydraulic system press | 16MPa | |||
| No shed can be added. | Warranty 1 year |
| Model | YG-15 | YG-17 | YG-18 |
| Operation weight | 1100KG | 1300KG | 1470KG |
| Engine(customized) | Coop E5 2CS-air,LaidonEV800 3CS-water Kubota | Changchai 390, Yanmar,Kubota | Kubota(standard) |
| Power | 14kw/2500r/min | 20kw≈32ph | 11.9kw |
| Hydraulic cylinder, pump, valve(customized) | Warranty 1 years | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 year |
| Bucket capacity | 0.028CBM | 0.03CBM | 0.05CBM |
| Rotation speed | 11r/min | 11r/min | 9r/min |
| Overall dimension(L*W*H) | 2775mm*1000mm*2200mm | 2950mm*1100mm2200mm | 3250mm*1100mm*2300mm |
| Crawler grounding length | 1250mm | 1350mm | 1300mm |
| Crawler width | 180mm | 180mm | 230mm |
| Max digging height | 2550mm | 2750mm | 3200mm |
| Max discharge height | 1700mm | 1800mm | 2300mm |
| Max digging depth | 1650mm | 2000mm | 2200mm |
| Max digging radius | 2850mm | 2450mm | 3360mm |
| Mini turning radius | 1290mm | 1290mm | 1350mm |
| Platform clearance to ground | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm |
| Swing angle | 360° | 360° | 360° |
| Climbing gradient | 30° | 30° | 30° |
| Bulldozer Max depth | 190mm | 190mm | 190mm |
| Bulldozer Max raising height | 260mm | 260mm | 260mm |
| Walking speed | 3km/h | 3km/h | 0-3km/h |
| Bucket digging force | 12.5KN | 14.5KN | 16.5KN |
| Hydraulic system press | 16MPa | 16MPa | 16MPa |
| No shed can be added | Warranty 1 year |
Excellent Performance of Mini Excavator
After getting his hands on YG’s compact crawler excavator, John managed to complete six months’ worth of farmland reclamation in just three months! It fits snugly between the tight rows of grapevines, and with the hydraulic breaker hammer and auger, he’s really made strides in improving the soil and setting up the irrigation system.
Mini Digger Feedback
John shared on social media, “YG’s mini digger has completely changed the way I manage my farm! It slashed my labor costs by 70% and allowed me to wrap up all my infrastructure projects just in time for the rainy season.”
Key Features of YG Small Crawler Excavator
- Compact size: Powerful performance: Despite their small stature, they offer ample digging force and operational efficiency, making them ideal for working in limited spaces.
- Versatility: Easily interchangeable with various attachments, such as hydraulic breakers, hydraulic shears, and different buckets, they meet diverse construction needs.
- Easy operation: A user-friendly design and precise controls ensure operators can quickly learn and work efficiently.
- High fuel efficiency: Equipped with advanced power systems, they ensure optimal performance while effectively reducing fuel consumption.
- Exceptional durability: Crafted from high-quality materials and exquisite craftsmanship, they guarantee long-term stable operation in harsh environments and reduce breakdown rates.
Why Did the Client Choose YG?
The client’s decision to choose the YG small crawler excavator was based on several key considerations:
- Superior product quality: The compact excavator provided by YG met the client’s stringent requirements in terms of performance parameters, reliability, and user experience. The product showcased excellent craftsmanship and advanced technology.
- Comprehensive pre-sales consultation: Our sales team thoroughly understood the client’s project needs and pain points, providing detailed product introductions, technical specifications, and applicability recommendations, helping the client make an informed decision.
- After-sales service: The client had full confidence in YG’s after-sales service system. We committed to providing timely technical support, spare parts supply, and maintenance guidance, ensuring the continuous, efficient operation of their equipment.
- Value for money: At comparable performance and quality levels, yg offered highly competitive pricing, providing the client with a higher return on investment.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 138 3711 2713
















