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Hidromek highlights quarrying-suited 500LCHD H4 crawler excavator

April 7, 2025 Read time: 1 min
Hidromek 500CLHD H4 crawler excavator at work in a quarry.

Hidromek’s 500LCHD H4 is a crawler excavator with a heavy-duty construction, designed for durability and performance in quarries and other challenging work site.

The 52tonne machine from the Turkish manufacturer has a 3.2m³ bucket capacity and a maximum digging depth of 6.48m and a digging reach of up to 10.77m. It is powered by a six-cylinder, 270kW Isuzu AQ-6UZ1X engine.

Among the 500LCHD H4’s standout features are a FOPS standard cabin, side and rear cameras, and warning systems. Enhancing the model’s fuel economy are its automatic stop system, fuel transfer pump, and power boost technology. The crawler excavator also has a two-piece windshield wiper system, LED headlights, and an ergonomically positioned touch control panel.

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