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Hyundai’s high performing mid-size dozer

By MJ Woof March 3, 2025 Read time: 3 mins
Hyundai’s new mid-sized dozer offers high performance

Hyundai Construction Equipment claims that its powerful mid-weight dozer delivers best-in-class power and tractive effort, precise grading and a range of smart technologies. 

The new HD130 offers fully electrohydraulic controls and 2D blade dozing assist function as standard. It also has a narrow nose with inline pre-cleaner and large windows for high visibility, as well as a 117kW engine providing best-in-class power output. The tiling cab allows access to major driveline components while the durable undercarriage offers long service life

Power comes from a proven Perkins 4.4litre diesel, delivering 710Nm of torque. An Eco Mode can be selected for lighter grading duties, lowering the hydraulic pump power output and reducing fuel consumption by 5%. Auto idle and auto shutdown features help to reduce fuel use over the working shift.

The machine has a reversible hydraulically-driven cooling fan for the engine and hydraulic oils, with an electrically-driven fan for the charge air cooler that can also be reversed to clean out the core. The cooling system is located towards the rear of the machine, rather than in front of the operator. This keeps cooling cores are situated out of dusty areas behind the blade while allowing a slim engine canopy that maximises visibility to the blade tips.

Daily service points are reached from ground level through access doors. As the cab can be tilted rearwards, there is good access to the driveline and hydraulics.

A variable displacement axial piston pump provides high hydraulic flow The two-speed transmission offers a maximum travel speed of up to 9km/h, while maximum gradeability is 35o.

The dedicated dozer undercarriage has single and double-flanged rollers to maximise durability and service life. Customers can choose between a general-purpose track guard, or a full track guard for more arduous working conditions. There is also a choice of 560mm XL track shoes or 760mm LGP track shoes.

There are two six-way power-tilt angle dozer options. A 3.54m3 XL blade is standard, while a 4.18m3 capacity LGP blade is available as an option. A two-way mechanical adjustment also allows the operator to set the blade pitch, from 54 to 58o. The HD130A has an operating weight of 15.3tonnes with the LGP blade, and 14.5tonnes in XL configuration.

The standard 2D blade dozing assist function can be programmed to the required finish grade. The machine controls blade functions, without the need for lasers or GPS control. A draw bar is also offered and the machine can be equipped with piping for a parallel ripper.

The ROPS/FOPS cab rides on CabSus mounts to dampen vibrations and provide protection for the operator against impacts. The full height glazed doors provide an unobstructed view to the blade. The engine air pre-cleaner is hidden beneath the canopy, improving visibility further.

Standard features include a rear-view camera, four high-illumination LED working lights and smooth glide wipers on the front screen and door glazing. The air conditioning and heating system is supplied with multiple vents in the front, rear and floor areas, while defrost vents are also provided for the front and door glass.

Electro-hydraulic controls are standard in the HD130A, to meet the needs of all operator skill levels. Ergonomically-designed joysticks, with integral armrests, deliver low effort control for minimum fatigue.

The HD130A is equipped with Hyundai’s Hi MATE remote management system as standard. Using GPS-satellite technology, this telematic monitoring system provides customers with real-time machine operating data, including location information. It promotes timely service and maintenance and enables dealers to provide the highest level of customer support and after-care.

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