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Founded 1930 · Heavy machinery

Kobelco Excavators — Complete Range

Kobelco builds the world's most specialised excavators — long-reach, demolition and dredging.

17
Models on site
1930
Founded
4
Core strengths
Global
Service network

Kobelco is a specialist in long-reach and demolition excavators. Its SK-series long-reach machines are the gold standard for dredging operations in Suriname's interior rivers and Guyana's bauxite fields. For buyers across the Caribbean and Africa, Kobelco machines combine unrivalled in long-reach and demolition applications with best-in-class operator cab insulation — characteristics that matter most when operating in the high-ambient, high-utilisation conditions of tropical construction and mining sectors. Suriname Excavators supplies the full Kobelco excavator range to 24 countries, with every machine pre-inspected, hydraulic-tested, and configured to the buyer's specified application before export.

Models on site
17
Founded
1930
Weight range
1.7t–84.8t
Strengths
4 core
Position

Why Kobelco works in our markets

Kobelco holds a strong position in the Caribbean and African excavator market thanks to its combination of unrivalled in long-reach and demolition applications, best-in-class operator cab insulation, and well-established regional dealer infrastructure. Kobelco builds the world's most specialised excavators — long-reach, demolition and dredging. For our buyers — who range from private contractors to multinational mining houses to government infrastructure agencies — the Kobelco value proposition centres on three things: operating-cost predictability, parts availability through our regional warehouse network, and resale-value retention. In a market where machine downtime can cost a contractor tens of thousands of US dollars per day, Kobelco's reputation for quiet, fuel-efficient indr cooling system matters far more than the upfront equipment price.

Why buyers choose Kobelco
  • +Unrivalled in long-reach and demolition applications
  • +Best-in-class operator cab insulation
  • +Quiet, fuel-efficient iNDr cooling system
  • +Strong resale market for SK 350 / 450 / 850
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Buyer considerations
  • Kobelco units typically command a higher upfront price than budget alternatives — total cost of ownership over 5+ years usually closes the gap.
  • Parts lead times for non-stock items can extend to 3-6 weeks through the dealer network.
  • Operator training is recommended — Kobelco machines benefit from manufacturer-certified operators for maximum productivity.
  • Resale market favours low-hours units — high-hours machines see steeper depreciation.
Lineup

Popular Kobelco models

Configurations spanning compact through mining class — pre-inspected and ready for tropical operation.

Deep-dive specs

Kobelco model spec sheets

17 models with full operating weight, engine power, dig depth, reach, bucket capacity, and configuration details.

Kobelco SK210

22.7t
medium crawler

Kobelco's 22.7-tonne crawler — premium build quality with a 10-inch monitor, 3-side cameras, and heated air-ride seat.

Power
160 hp
Dig depth
6.7
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Kobelco SK850 LR

84.8t
long reach

Kobelco's 84-tonne mining-class long-reach — 510hp common-rail diesel with a 5.4 m³ bucket for heavy bauxite and mining.

Power
510 hp
Dig depth
7.38
Bucket
5.4
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Kobelco SK17

1.7t
mini

Kobelco's 1.7t SR-design mini — premium build quality for urban work.

Power
14 hp
Dig depth
1.95
Bucket
0.05
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Kobelco SK55

5.5t
small

Kobelco 5.5t small — Yanmar power with premium build quality.

Power
37 hp
Dig depth
3.20
Bucket
0.20
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Kobelco SK75

7.5t
small

Kobelco 7.5t small — premium-spec foundation work.

Power
50 hp
Dig depth
3.80
Bucket
0.28
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Kobelco SK140

14t
medium crawler

14t Kobelco entry-medium — premium reliability at competitive price.

Power
103 hp
Dig depth
4.90
Bucket
0.52
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Kobelco SK170

17t
medium crawler

17t mid-class Kobelco — strong general construction performer.

Power
128 hp
Dig depth
5.60
Bucket
0.65
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Kobelco SK260

26t
medium crawler

26t Cummins-powered Kobelco for heavy construction and quarrying.

Power
164 hp
Dig depth
6.90
Bucket
0.95
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Kobelco SK350

35t
medium crawler

35t Kobelco heavy crawler — 220hp Yanmar power for sustained quarry duty.

Power
220 hp
Dig depth
7.40
Bucket
1.50
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Kobelco SK380

38t
medium crawler

38t Cummins-powered Kobelco for large-scale earthmoving operations.

Power
220 hp
Dig depth
7.60
Bucket
1.65
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Kobelco SK500

50t
mining

50t Kobelco mining shovel — Cummins-powered primary loading.

Power
320 hp
Dig depth
8.20
Bucket
2.30
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Kobelco SK650

65t
mining

65t Kobelco mining-class shovel for sustained ore loading.

Power
380 hp
Dig depth
8.50
Bucket
2.80
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Kobelco SK260LC-10

26.5t
medium crawler

Kobelco SK260LC-10 — Tier 4 Final Cummins with closed-centre load-sensing iQ hydraulics.

Power
188 hp
Dig depth
6.93
Bucket
1.20
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Kobelco SK290LC

29t
medium crawler

Kobelco SK290LC — 29-tonne heavy-mid with Yanmar power and iQ hydraulics.

Power
198 hp
Dig depth
7.07
Bucket
1.35
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Kobelco SK300LC

30t
medium crawler

Kobelco SK300LC — 30-tonne heavy-mid for civil and mining-feeder duty.

Power
207 hp
Dig depth
7.18
Bucket
1.40
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Kobelco SK330LC

33t
medium crawler

Kobelco SK330LC — 33-tonne heavy with closed-centre iQ hydraulics for fuel efficiency.

Power
214 hp
Dig depth
7.30
Bucket
1.50
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Kobelco SK480LC

49.5t
mining

Kobelco SK480LC — 49-tonne entry-mining class with Cummins power.

Power
348 hp
Dig depth
8.10
Bucket
2.30
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Where Kobelco excavators are deployed

Mining & quarry
Kobelco mining-class machines are deployed across African and Caribbean bauxite, gold and copper operations with reinforced undercarriages and oversized buckets.
Civil construction
Kobelco mid-class crawlers handle highway construction, foundation works, and urban infrastructure across Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Paramaribo and beyond.
Oil, gas & pipeline
Pipeline trenching, well-pad construction, and refinery turnaround projects deploy Kobelco crawlers configured with HAZOP-rated cabs and ripper attachments.
Demolition
Kobelco units with reinforced cab guarding and breaker/shear hydraulic circuits handle commercial demolition across the Caribbean and Africa.
Dredging
Long-reach Kobelco configurations support river dredging, canal works, and slope-stabilisation projects across Suriname, Guyana, and African hydropower zones.
Land clearing
Forestry-guarded Kobelco machines handle plantation development, road-corridor clearing, and agricultural land preparation.
Sector fit

Kobelco by industry

Kobelco vs alternatives

FeatureKobelcoCATJCB
Strength profileUnrivalled in long-reach and demolition applicationsDealer networkTotal cost of ownership
Parts availability (region)StrongStrongGrowing
Financing flexibilityManufacturer + bankManufacturerAggressive in-house
Resale valueHighMedium-HighMedium
Typical buyer profileEstablished contractors and minesMid-tier contractorsGrowing fleet operators
Delivery

Order to operational

Delivery process

From order to operational

Total lead time
2–4 weeks ex-Paramaribo
  1. 1
    Quote & specification confirmation
    1-3 days
    We confirm machine specification, configuration, attachments, and any country-specific options. You'll receive a written quote with full machine details and Incoterms for Suriname.
  2. 2
    Pre-export inspection & configuration
    3-5 days
    Each machine passes our 47-point pre-export inspection: hydraulic pressure tests, undercarriage measurements, engine compression, electrical-loom continuity, and a documented road-test under load. Configuration for Suriname's typical terrain is applied at this stage.
  3. 3
    Ocean freight & documentation
    2-5 weeks
    Machine is loaded for shipment to Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven). We prepare commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and any country-specific permits or pre-shipment inspection certificates.
  4. 4
    Customs clearance & port handling
    3-7 days
    Our regional clearing partners handle customs clearance at Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven), including duty payment coordination, inspection coordination, and release. Suriname Excavators is headquartered in Paramaribo with direct delivery anywhere in the country. No import duties apply for domestic customers.
  5. 5
    Final-mile delivery & commissioning
    1-7 days
    Machine is transported from Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven) to your job-site by flatbed or low-loader. Our regional technician supports commissioning, operator handover, and the initial 50-hour service check-in.
Pricing was competitive, financing terms were flexible, and the operator training package they included saved us months of on-the-job learning curve. Highly recommended.
SM
Sarah Mwangi
Project Director · Nairobi, Kenya

Available attachments & configurations

Standard GP bucket
General-purpose bucket for trenching, loading, and earthworks. Most common configuration.
Rock bucket
Reinforced bucket with rock-pattern teeth for quarry, mining, and hard-soil work.
Hydraulic breaker
Rock-breaking attachment for demolition, trenching in hard rock, and quarry primary breaking.
Ripper tooth
Single-tooth ripper for hard-soil ripping, frozen-ground breaking, and shallow rock fragmentation.
Hydraulic thumb
Thumb attachment for grasping logs, debris, and irregular materials. Common in forestry and demolition.
Quick coupler
Hydraulic coupler for fast attachment swaps without leaving the cab. Doubles operator productivity.
Grapple
Multi-finger grapple for logs, scrap, and bulk debris. Essential for forestry and demolition cleanup.
Tilt rotator
180° tilt + 360° rotation attachment that turns the excavator into a precision tool. Standard in Nordic markets, growing in Africa.

After-sales support

Buying an excavator from us is only the start. Post-delivery, each machine is enrolled in our service tracking — scheduled maintenance reminders, parts pre-positioning, and 72-hour breakdown response are standard. Our regional warehouse in Paramaribo holds fast-moving parts inventory for every major brand we supply — bushings, pins, hydraulic seals, fuel and oil filters, undercarriage components, and common consumables. For Suriname-specific needs, we maintain pre-positioned parts at our regional logistics hubs, which means typical part lead times measure in days rather than weeks. Field-service callouts are available across the country for major mechanical events. Our technicians are trained on all twelve brands we supply, with manufacturer-certified service authority for several. Operator training packages are included with every major sale — typically a one-week on-site programme covering safe operation, basic maintenance, daily walk-around inspection, and productivity techniques. We also offer extended warranty coverage beyond the manufacturer's standard term, structured monthly or annually depending on duty cycle.

Financing options

Buyers requiring financing can submit project documents alongside the quote request — we typically return indicative terms within five business days. For Suriname buyers specifically, we structure financing in USD or local currency depending on the buyer's preference and the project's cash-flow profile. Manufacturer-backed credit lines (SANY Capital, Hyundai Capital, XCMG Finance, JCB Finance) typically offer 12-60 month terms with first-payment-defer options for project-cycle buyers. Regional bank financing through partner institutions in Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and the Dominican Republic supports buyers wanting local-currency exposure. Lease-to-own structures convert a 12-24 month rental into an ownership transfer at term end, useful for contractors testing a new brand or wanting flexibility. We typically return indicative financing terms within five business days of receiving project documentation (typically: contract, project schedule, three years of audited accounts, and a deposit commitment). Final terms are subject to financier credit approval.

Note on brand affiliation
Suriname Excavators is an independent supplier of Kobelco excavators and parts. We are not a manufacturer or the official Kobelco corporation. All machines are sourced through established channels and supplied under our own service guarantee.
FAQ

Kobelco — questions buyers ask

What Kobelco excavator models are available?

We supply 17 popular Kobelco models with detailed spec pages, including Kobelco SK210, Kobelco SK850 LR, Kobelco SK17 and more. The full Kobelco range is available on request.

Where is Kobelco manufactured?

Kobelco is a global excavator manufacturer, founded in 1930. Kobelco is a specialist in long-reach and demolition excavators. Its SK-series long-reach machines are the gold standard for dredging operations in Suriname's interior rivers and Guyana's bauxite fields.

Why choose Kobelco for Caribbean and African operations?

Unrivalled in long-reach and demolition applications; Best-in-class operator cab insulation; Quiet, fuel-efficient iNDr cooling system.

Are Kobelco parts available in my country?

Yes. We hold fast-moving Kobelco parts inventory in our regional warehouse and source major components through the established dealer network. Parts are typically dispatched to destination country within days.

Can I finance a Kobelco excavator purchase?

Yes. Kobelco machines can be financed via manufacturer-backed credit programmes (where applicable), regional bank facilities, and lease-to-own structures. Typical terms are 24-60 months. Contact us with project documentation for indicative terms.

Do Kobelco excavators retain resale value?

Kobelco machines hold strong resale value in the African and Caribbean used-equipment markets thanks to their reputation for reliability and parts availability.

Do you sell new or used Kobelco excavators?

Both. We supply brand-new Kobelco units and fully refurbished, pre-export-inspected used machines. Every unit passes our 47-point inspection before shipment.

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