YFE12 best mini excavator
YFE12 Best Mini Excavator
Compact Size. Practical Digging Performance.
The YFE12 Best Mini Excavator is a compact and practical machine designed for excavation work where space and maneuverability matter.
With an operating weight of 1,200 kg and a compact 950 mm width, this compact mini excavator is designed to work efficiently in areas where larger construction equipment may be difficult to access.
Powered by a KOOP192 engine delivering 8.6 kW at 3,000 rpm, the YFE12 combines a compact machine size with practical digging performance.
It features a 400 mm standard bucket, 1,700 mm maximum digging depth and 3,000 mm maximum digging radius, making it a versatile mini digger for a range of compact excavation tasks.
1. Compact body suitable for narrow spaces
The YFE12 features a compact structural design with an overall width of just 950 mm, offering superior maneuverability and operational flexibility in confined areas. For customers requiring excavation work in space-constrained locations, the compact dimensions reduce the equipment's spatial requirements.
2. 1,200 kg Operating Weight
With an operating weight of 1,200 kg, this machine features a compact configuration. It balances essential digging capabilities with a compact footprint, making it ideal for applications where equipment size and workspace are constrained.
3. Practical Digging Range
The YFE12 offers a maximum digging radius of 3,000 mm and a maximum digging depth of 1,700 mm. Additionally, it boasts a maximum digging height of 2,700 mm and a maximum dumping height of 2,500 mm, effectively handling a wide range of daily excavation tasks.
4. Standard 400 mm Bucket
The machine comes standard with a 400 mm bucket featuring a 0.025 m³ capacity. This compact bucket configuration complements the machine's overall size, making it well-suited for compact excavation operations.
5. Maximum 30-Degree Gradeability
The YFE12 has a maximum gradeability of 30 degrees, providing a clear performance benchmark for operation on slopes. Actual operating conditions should be determined based on site-specific ground conditions, the slope gradient, and safety requirements.
6. Flexible Swing Capability
The machine features a 60° boom swing angle, a minimum swing radius of 1,450 mm, and a tail swing radius of 370 mm. These compact swing specifications facilitate positioning and operation within confined spaces.
7. Compact Overall Dimensions
The YFE12 measures 2,200 × 950 × 2,200 mm, with a track gauge of 745 mm and a platform ground clearance of 153 mm. Its compact layout makes it suitable for work environments with strict equipment size limitations.
The YFE12 is a compact mini excavator featuring an operating weight of 1,200 kg and an overall width of 950 mm. It utilizes a crawler undercarriage and comes equipped with a standard 400 mm bucket, striking a balance between a compact footprint and practical operational requirements.
Designed with a focus on compact dimensions and a versatile working range, the YFE12 offers a maximum digging depth of 1,700 mm and a maximum digging radius of 3,000 mm, making it suitable for a variety of small-scale excavation tasks.
The machine is powered by a K00P192 engine delivering 8.6 kW at 3,000 rpm, operates at a system pressure of 18 MPa, and utilizes a mechanical control system.
Compact Machine Design
The YFE12 measures 2,200 mm in length, 950 mm in width, and 2,200 mm in height.
Its 950 mm width is a key feature; in environments with limited workspace, there is a need for compact equipment that balances essential operational capabilities with a small footprint—a requirement the YFE12’s compact design specifically addresses.
The machine features a track gauge of 745 mm, a wheelbase of 910 mm, a ground clearance of 153 mm, and a tail swing radius of 370 mm. Together, these specifications define the machine's compact overall structure.
Practical Excavation Performance
The YFE12 offers a maximum digging depth of 1,700 mm, a maximum digging radius of 3,000 mm, a maximum digging height of 2,700 mm, and a maximum dumping height of 2,500 mm.
For mini-excavators, a balance between machine dimensions and operating range is essential; while maintaining a compact body, the YFE12 delivers clear specifications for digging depth, radius, and dumping height, enabling customers to select the right machine based on their specific operational needs.
400mm Standard Bucket
The YFE12 comes standard with a 400mm bucket featuring a capacity of 0.025 m³.
The bucket dimensions complement the machine's compact design, making it suitable for routine excavation tasks. For customers seeking a compact excavator, bucket width and capacity are key parameters to consider when selecting equipment.
Engine and Hydraulic System
The YFE12 is powered by a KOOP192 engine, delivering a rated power of 8.6 kW at 3,000 rpm.
The system operates at a pressure of 18 MPa, providing the necessary hydraulic force for the machine's operations. It utilizes a mechanical control system, with a configuration designed for practicality and the requirements of compact equipment.
Slope Operation Capability
The YFE12 has a maximum gradeability (climbing angle) of 30°.
For customers operating on sloped terrain, gradeability is a crucial factor when choosing a compact mini excavator.
Please note that the 30° figure represents the maximum gradeability specified in the product data; actual performance may be influenced by factors such as ground conditions, slope characteristics, load, and the operating environment. Therefore, actual operation should always adhere to safety guidelines.
| parameter | YFE12 |
|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1200 kg |
| engine | KOOP192 |
| power | 8.6 kW |
| Excavator bucket | 400 mm |
| Maximum gradeability | 30° |
| Overall dimensions | 2200 × 950 × 2200 mm |
| Maximum digging depth | 1700 mm |
| Maximum digging radius | 3000 mm |
| Maximum digging height | 2700 mm |
| Maximum unloading height | 2500 mm |
Applications
Land and Property Maintenance
Suitable for routine land maintenance, excavation, and related tasks.
Confined Space Operations
The compact 950 mm chassis width makes the equipment ideal for work areas with space constraints.
Landscaping
The compact design is well-suited for landscaping environments with limited space.
Construction
Suitable for small-scale excavation and foundation-related work.
Product Accessories
One Machine, More Possibilities
YFE12 can be equipped with different attachments to handle a wider range of tasks. Depending on the working requirements, attachments such as buckets, augers, breakers and other tools can help expand the machine’s versatility for construction, landscaping and property maintenance.
Why Choose the YFE12?
Compact Dimensions
950 mm overall width, suitable for work environments with limited space.
1,200 kg Operating Weight
Compact machine configuration, ideal for various small-scale excavation tasks.
3,000 mm Maximum Digging Radius
Provides a practical operating range.
1,700 mm Maximum Digging Depth
Meets a variety of routine excavation needs.
400 mm Standard Bucket
Bucket capacity of 0.025 m³, matched to the compact machine configuration.
30° Maximum Gradeability
Clearly defines performance capabilities for working on slopes.
FAQ
A:What is the operating weight of the YFE12 mini excavator?
B:The YFE12 has an operating weight of 1,200 kg.
A:How wide is the YFE12 compact mini excavator?
B:The overall machine width is 950 mm.
A:What is the maximum digging depth?
B:The YFE12 has a maximum digging depth of 1,700 mm.
A:What is the maximum digging radius?
B:The maximum digging radius is 3,000 mm.
A:What engine does the YFE12 use?
B:The YFE12 is equipped with a KOOP192 engine rated at 8.6 kW at 3,000 rpm.
A:What bucket comes standard with the YFE12?
B:The standard bucket width is 400 mm, with a bucket capacity of 0.025 m³.






