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Pay the balance after machine proof, not on blind trust.
Used excavator buyers need more than a product photo. Liehuang uses a staged payment workflow: deposit to reserve the machine, inspection evidence before balance, and export documents plus shipment tracking before release.
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Used Kobelco Excavators for Sale — Inspected & Export-Ready from China
Inspecting and sourcing direct from our China yard—Kobelco crawler excavators from the SK55 mini to the heavy class SK350, at China-direct FOB prices, with the kind of inspection logs and export documentation an importer really needs.
Request a QuoteSK17–SK520
1.7–52 t models, mini to heavy
FOB ~$13,800+
China-direct, by model & year
50-Point
Inspection & condition grading
HS 8429.52
Full export documentation handled
30+ Countries
Shipped to your port — FOB/CIF
7–15 Days
Typical loading after payment
Why Importers Source Used Kobelco Excavators Direct from China
MARKET REALITY
Used Kobelco excavators purchased direct from China sell for a small fraction of the retail price from dealer yards in the United States or Europe. A used SK210 bought from North American listing sites and traded in $40,000-$115,000 sells from China at FOB prices starting near $18,000-$21,000 when adjusted for similar age and hours. And that is precisely why rental-fleet operators, traders and end-users import. But that enormous price advantage is what tempts the scammer: the heavy equipment forums are full of buyers who wired deposits to "China suppliers" and then received nothing — or received tired, recycled iron dressed up in fresh paint and sold on as good.
BRAND VS SELLER
This is the reality an importer must face. There is never "the price," only "the condition, the paperwork and the people." Kobelco, built by Japan's Kobe Steel group, is an assured brand: the crawler line consistently wins good reviews for operator comfort and fuel economy, and the machines perform well when the hours and the undercarriage wear are honestly disclosed. The risk never was the brand. The risk was the seller.
OUR PROCESS
We built our process specifically to remove that risk. Every single used Kobelco excavator that leaves our yard is photographed, video-logged, inspected to a standardized 50-point checklist and shipped under FOB or CIF terms with a complete documentation set, so an importer 8,000 km away only deals with the facts—not the faith. The sections below describe the models, FOB prices, inspection procedures and export flow in the way a serious buyer researches.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Who this page is for: equipment importers and distributors building inventory, rental companies and contractors buying for their own fleets, and dealers in Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe who need machines landed at their port — not a "near me" classified listing.
Used Kobelco Excavator Models We Export — SK55 to SK350
Buyers tell us the same thing: a grid of "kobelco 210 excavator" listings with a price and nothing else does not help them choose. The wrong size-class becomes the most expensive mistake possible in a small excavation—the undersized machine stalls a job, while the oversized one bogs down the operator and wastes fuel. So we lead with the spec that drives selection — operating weight and engine class — then match it to the work. Below are the core models we keep moving, with manufacturer-published specifications; the bucket, thumb, quick coupler, and other attachment options are configured per order.
Mini · ~5.5 t
Kobelco SK55SRX
- Engine: 37 hp (27.7 kW) diesel
- Operating weight: 5,510 kg / 12,147 lb
- Bucket: 0.12–0.16 m³ · Dig depth ~3.9 m
Short-radius swing, enclosed cab
For small development, landscaping, utilities work: 3-4 units can be housed in one 40HQ container.
Compact · ~8 t
Kobelco SK75SR / SK60
- Engine: 70 hp (52.3 kW) diesel
- Operating weight: 8,490 kg / 18,700 lb
- Bucket: 0.22–0.29 m³ · Reach ~6.5 m
Short rear swing, offset boom option
Tight-access sites, road work, general contracting.
Mid · ~14–15 t
Kobelco SK140SRLC
- Engine: 105 hp (78.6 kW) diesel
- Operating weight: 15,000–18,000 kg
- Bucket: 0.24–0.70 m³
Long-undercarriage (LC), triple grouser track shoes
General construction, infrastructure, the volume seller.
Standard · ~20–21 t
Kobelco SK200 / SK210LC
- Engine: ~148–160 hp diesel
- Operating weight: ~20,000–21,400 kg
- Bucket: ~0.8–1.0 m³ · Reach ~9.9 m
The global 20-ton workhorse class
Bulk earthmoving, the most-requested second-hand Kobelco size.
Heavy-mid · ~26–27 t
Kobelco SK260LC
- Engine: 194 hp (145 kW) Yanmar diesel
- Operating weight: 27,300 kg / 60,200 lb
- Bucket: ~1.2 m³
Heavy digging, quarry and bulk loading
Higher production without stepping up to a 35-ton machine.
Heavy · ~35–38 t
Kobelco SK350LC
- Engine: 265 hp (198 kW) diesel
- Operating weight: 38,200 kg / 84,200 lb
- Bucket: ~1.4–1.6 m³ · Reach 11.26 m (36'11")
Mining, large-scale civil, demanding sites
The top quality models we ship, RoRo or breakbulk.
Decision matrix — match the machine to the job
Manufacturer-published specifications (KOBELCO USA / Kobelco Construction Machinery). Configurations vary by year and trim.
| Model | Class | Op. weight | Engine | Bucket | Best-fit work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK55SRX | Mini | 5.5 t | 37 hp | 0.12–0.16 m³ | Urban, utilities, landscaping |
| SK75SR | Compact | 8.5 t | 70 hp | 0.22–0.29 m³ | Tight access, road work |
| SK140SRLC | Mid | 15–18 t | 105 hp | 0.24–0.70 m³ | General construction |
| SK200 / SK210LC | Standard | 20–21 t | ~148–160 hp | 0.8–1.0 m³ | Bulk earthmoving |
| SK260LC | Heavy-mid | 27 t | 194 hp | ~1.2 m³ | Quarry, bulk loading |
| SK350LC | Heavy | 38 t | 265 hp | ~1.4–1.6 m³ | Mining, large civil |
One practical tip from experienced brand owners: Kobelco parts availability is fantastic in markets with good dealer networks and can be “ hit or miss” in areas where that is not the case. Our team helps you manage this up front by providing your model and serial number so you can verify local parts availability, and ship each machine equipped with essential spare wear parts, buckets, breakers, grapples, and the hydraulic thumb or quick coupler that you request so work can start immediately upon arrival rather than upon parts arrival.
FOB Price Ranges & What Drives Used Kobelco Excavator Cost
“I’ve seen enough of these” is the most frequent quote of pain I hear relating to purchasing excavators online. If you have asked a seller online for pricing on excavators and received some thing along the lines of “Domestic US Retail is X”, or “click to inquire for pricing”, or simply have nothing returned to you in the listing and it was auctioned “as is and sight unseen”, I completely get the frustration. We explain below how to correctly calculate used Kobelco excavator pricing so that your search begins on solid ground.
Indicative China-direct FOB ranges (USD). Final price depends on year, hours, and condition grade — request a quote for an exact figure on a specific machine.
| Model class | Typical FOB range (USD) | Main price drivers |
|---|---|---|
| SK55 / mini | ~$13,000–$22,000 | Hours, year, cab vs canopy |
| SK75 / compact | ~$14,000–$24,000 | Hours, attachments, swing type |
| SK140 / mid | ~$18,000–$30,000 | Undercarriage wear, year |
| SK200 / SK210 | ~$18,000–$35,000 | Hours, engine condition, year |
| SK260 | ~$24,000–$40,000 | Hours, structure, configuration |
| SK350 | ~$35,000–$60,000 | Hours, year, attachment package |
A used Kobelco excavator is not like one new out of an order guide. Factors determining value and price, in order of significance: machine hours ( the single greatest determinant of value - a 6,000 hour machine will be much higher than a 12,000 hour machine!), model year and generation (a 2021 or 2022 machine commands a premium over a 2019 unit), our A/B/C grade as described below, and the inclusion of a hydraulic thumb, additional bucket, or quick coupler.
Comparing equivalent used Kobelco excavators in the same year and hours range, the FOB China delivered price before shipping and duty will almost always land well below North American and European domestic dealer prices - that is what makes importing worthwhile. The omitted element of truth for most sellers: FOB price + freight + destination port fees + Customs Duty + Customs Clearance Fees = Landed Cost. Buyers routinely under-budget these destination fees by several thousand dollars on a sub-$25,000 machine. Our quotes state the FOB price explicitly, and on request we provide an all-in landed price to your port based on current shipping and duty costs for your machines, so there are no surprises when your machinery is off-loaded.
Our 50-Point Inspection & Refurbishment Process
Buying an expensive used piece of equipment from overseas can feel like a roll of the dice for many buyers, and the most common recommendation you'll find online or in any forum is to use a local inspector because plenty of guys sell “ junk” then evaporate after the money transfer is complete. This advice exists because most overseas suppliers simply have nothing to provide you in the way of proof of condition or status of the machine, as the alternative to inspections of this level are the numerous “as is” sales you see from sites that offer no accountability. Our process replaces that inspector with guaranteed proof of condition that covers each of your machine’s inspection points, our documented grade, and photo and video history.
What the 50 points cover
- Cold-start & diesel engine smoke/sound
- Hydraulic pressure & cylinder drift
- Hydraulic hoses, lines & leak check
- Undercarriage: chains, rollers, idlers
- Track shoe & grouser wear (% remaining)
- Boom, arm & structural weld integrity
- Slew/swing bearing play & motor
- Bucket, pins & bushing wear
- Cab, controls, glass & electrics
- A/C, instrument cluster & cameras
- Fluids, filters & service history
- Verified operating hours reading
Each machine we ship is grade-verified - not vaguely “ in good condition”: Grade A -low hour machine, little or no wear to components, only cosmetic refurbishment (i.e., a fresh coat of paint and clean up). Grade B - a fully functional unit with necessary wear items maintained at a reasonable level, priced to match its working condition. Grade C - higher hour machine or a unit requiring significant work for specific applications - sold at a discount and priced very transparently according to condition and hours. Any mechanical repairs to fulfill grade specs are based on the indicated grade and include replacing failing wear parts, re-conditioning the hydraulic system, and repainting, but we never misrepresent hours or original condition to make a machine fit into a higher grade category.
Hour meter and undercarriage tells us about 80% of the actual value in a used excavator. We check the hour meter against the measurements we’ve taken on the tracks and pins. If those two don’t add up the machine won’t get top marks, regardless of how shiny the paint work may be.
— Inspection Lead, LH Used Excavator quality team
The great thing about this approach is that the grading, the hours and the photo set are fixed long before you pay anything. You can really see what you’re getting before parting with your money and this is how we handle the “is this a scam” worry every new buyer heading to China has, quite rightly.
Export Logistics — Shipping, Documentation & Delivery to Your Port
A second warning from the online forums is about paperwork and timescale. It seems to be common for buyers to describe machines arriving at their port three months late and stuck another month in customs because the paperwork was wrong. On many online marketplaces this detail is never mentioned; the vendors are mainly selling locally. For our part as exporters logistics and smooth shipping are our products and here is a brief outline of how a Kobelco used excavator leaves China for your port:
Before the machine is shipped, we work with you to confirm the specific Incoterm, country pair, port pair and other documentary requirements for your specific circumstances. You’ll get a clear, realistic timeline - which covers both ocean shipping and your country’s clearance time - rather than quoting the most optimistic figure that will likely lead to problems later. The clarity on timelines and the process can often be as important to the first-time importer as the final price.
Why Importers Worldwide Choose LH Used Excavator
Our company exports used construction equipment from China - Kobelco, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Sany, Volvo, Hyundai, Hitachi, Doosan and Kubota excavators, as well as loaders, dozers and rollers, plus attachments. Importers and distributors work with us repeatedly for one reason: our process provides certainty to the buyer who cannot fly in to inspect their own machine in person.
CORE ADVANTAGES
- Documented, video-verified machines
- Fixed FOB pricing, no escalating deposits
- Full export paperwork handled
- 30+ destination countries served
- Buckets, breakers, thumbs & spares supplied
- Responsive sales engineers, your timezone
Instead of the payment, wait and "we need more before we ship" scam, you have firm, upfront commitments. You get the pricing on an FOB or CIF basis in writing, agreed payment stages linked to actual progress, and no last-minute price changes. You're seeing your specific machine's condition and its paperwork; we then work toward meeting the next payment stage together, tied to the physical progress of your order.
FAQ — Buying Used Kobelco Excavators
Can I verify the machine before I pay in full?
Yes. You receive the 50-point inspection report, the grading report, and dated photos and video of the actual unit with serial numbers, before you pay your final balance. On larger value units, it’s possible to arrange a live video walkthrough. Payment stages follow progress - they are not just paid up front blindly.
How do I actually buy — what's the process and MOQ?
Send us your target model and size class, we confirm availability with FOB pricing, you approve a specific machine from its inspection records, pay a deposit, we load and ship, and you settle the balance against shipping documents. Minimum order is a single unit — many first-time buyers start with one machine and scale to container or mixed loads once they trust the process.
What payment terms do you accept?
Generally T/T (bank transfer), a deposit and balance, and L/C for larger orders. Deposits and balances are fixed in the contract - no escalating "pay more and we ship" requirements.
How long does shipping take to my country?
Delivery date about 7-15 days after deposit to clear. Ocean transit depends on route but averages about 14-42 days to most ports - please add your local customs clearance time. You get an accurate, end-to-end timeframe.
Are Kobelco parts and attachments available in my market?
Parts support in most regions is excellent with a handful of patchy coverage areas. Every machine ships with specs and serial details so you can confirm local parts support, and we supply common wear parts plus buckets, hydraulic breakers, grapples and a hydraulic thumb or quick coupler so the excavator arrives work-ready.
Do you only sell Kobelco, or other brands too?
Kobelco remains a particularly strong line for us, but we do ship used excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu, Sany, Volvo, Hyundai, Hitachi, Doosan and Kubota. We ship multiple models in a container if you're building a mixed fleet.
