Which brand of second-hand excavator is good? Hot topics and purchasing guides across the Internet
As the construction machinery market continues to heat up, second-hand excavators have become the focus of many users due to their high cost performance and quick return on investment. The second-hand excavator brands, price trends and purchasing points that have been hotly discussed across the Internet recently (in the past 10 days) are summarized below to help you quickly lock in a cost-effective model.
1. Ranking of popular second-hand excavator brands on the entire network

According to the search volume and transaction data of major platforms (such as Tiejia Second-hand Mobile Phone, 58.com, and Guazi Second-hand Car), the top 5 most popular second-hand excavator brands are as follows:
| Ranking | brand | Popular models | Price range (10,000 yuan) | value retention rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caterpillar (CAT) | CAT 320D, CAT 336D | 25-50 | 75%-85% |
| 2 | Komatsu | PC200-8, PC360-7 | 20-45 | 70%-80% |
| 3 | Sany Heavy Industry (SANY) | SY215C, SY365H | 15-35 | 65%-75% |
| 4 | XCMG | XE215D, XE370C | 12-30 | 60%-70% |
| 5 | Volvo | EC210B, EC360B | 18-40 | 68%-78% |
2. Key points for purchasing popular second-hand excavators
Based on the recent user consultation focus, when purchasing a second-hand excavator, you need to focus on the following factors:
1.Hours of use: Machines with 2000-5000 hours are the most cost-effective. If it exceeds 8000 hours, you need to carefully check the wear of core components.
2.Maintenance records: Give priority to equipment with complete maintenance records to avoid accidents or refurbished machines.
3.Engine condition: Caterpillar and Komatsu engines have the best reputation for durability. Domestic models need to pay attention to whether there are oil leakage or abnormal noise problems.
4.Regional differences: Northern users tend to choose CAT (low temperature resistance), while southern users pay more attention to Sany and XCMG (high cost performance).
3. Analysis of recent market trends
Judging from the transaction data of the past 10 days, the price fluctuations of second-hand excavators are affected by the following factors:
| Influencing factors | Specific performance |
|---|---|
| Steel prices fall | The price of new machines has dropped, and the bargaining space for second-hand excavators has increased (about 5%-10%) |
| Implementation of National IV Standards | Prices of National III models have plummeted, with some models reduced by more than 20% |
| Infrastructure project starts | Demand for medium and large excavators (above 30 tons) increased by 15% |
4. Selection of real user reviews
According to feedback from users on Douyin, Kuaishou and other platforms:
-Caterpillar: “The engine has not been overhauled after 5 years of use, but the accessories are expensive” (Hebei user)
-Sany Heavy Industry: "SY215C has low fuel consumption and is suitable for earthmoving projects, but the hydraulic system has many minor problems" (Guangdong user)
-Komatsu: "PC200-8 operates smoothly and has a high value retention rate in the second-hand market" (Sichuan user)
5. Purchase suggestions
1.Sufficient budget: Priority is given to imported brands such as Caterpillar and Komatsu, which have lower long-term use costs.
2.Limited budget: When considering domestic brands such as Sany and XCMG, it is recommended to choose a model that is within 3 years and has less than 4,000 hours.
3.Special working conditions: CAT 336D is recommended for mining operations, and Volvo EC210B (low noise) is available for municipal engineering.
The second-hand excavator market is relatively deep. It is recommended to trade through formal platforms and inspect the machine on site. If necessary, entrust a third-party testing agency to issue a report. The recent National IV switching period is a good time to buy low-quality second-hand excavators, but you need to pay attention to the environmental protection restrictions.
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