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Zoomlion Excavators — Complete Range

Zoomlion offers high-spec excavators backed by aggressive after-sales support.

17
Models on site
1992
Founded
4
Core strengths
Global
Service network

Zoomlion is a top-five global heavy-machinery manufacturer with rapid growth in African mining and infrastructure markets. Its ZE-series excavators are widely deployed in Zambian copper, Ghanaian gold and Nigerian construction. For buyers across the Caribbean and Africa, Zoomlion machines combine aggressive parts pricing and 24/7 field support with heavy-duty undercarriage for mining duty — characteristics that matter most when operating in the high-ambient, high-utilisation conditions of tropical construction and mining sectors. Suriname Excavators supplies the full Zoomlion 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
1992
Weight range
6t–125t
Strengths
4 core
Position

Why Zoomlion works in our markets

Zoomlion holds a strong position in the Caribbean and African excavator market thanks to its combination of aggressive parts pricing and 24/7 field support, heavy-duty undercarriage for mining duty, and well-established regional dealer infrastructure. Zoomlion offers high-spec excavators backed by aggressive after-sales support. For our buyers — who range from private contractors to multinational mining houses to government infrastructure agencies — the Zoomlion 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, Zoomlion's reputation for modern intelligent control systems matters far more than the upfront equipment price.

Why buyers choose Zoomlion
  • +Aggressive parts pricing and 24/7 field support
  • +Heavy-duty undercarriage for mining duty
  • +Modern intelligent control systems
  • +Strong African distribution network
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Buyer considerations
  • Zoomlion 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 — Zoomlion machines benefit from manufacturer-certified operators for maximum productivity.
  • Resale market favours low-hours units — high-hours machines see steeper depreciation.
Lineup

Popular Zoomlion models

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

Deep-dive specs

Zoomlion model spec sheets

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

Zoomlion ZE60

6t
small

6-tonne Zoomlion entry-small for landscaping and utility work.

Power
43 hp
Dig depth
3.80
Bucket
0.28
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Zoomlion ZE85

8.5t
small

8.5-tonne Zoomlion small urban construction crawler.

Power
52 hp
Dig depth
4.00
Bucket
0.32
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Zoomlion ZE135

13.5t
medium crawler

13.5-tonne Zoomlion entry-medium with Cummins power.

Power
107 hp
Dig depth
5.50
Bucket
0.50
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Zoomlion ZE150

15t
medium crawler

15-tonne Zoomlion Cummins-powered construction workhorse.

Power
118 hp
Dig depth
5.80
Bucket
0.55
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Zoomlion ZE205

20.5t
medium crawler

20-tonne Zoomlion standard mid-class with Cummins power.

Power
140 hp
Dig depth
6.20
Bucket
0.75
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Zoomlion ZE215E

21.5t
medium crawler

21.5-tonne Zoomlion mid-class — Cummins-powered with competitive pricing.

Power
160 hp
Dig depth
6.50
Bucket
0.85
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Zoomlion ZE230

23t
medium crawler

23-tonne Zoomlion heavy-mid for quarry and civil works.

Power
175 hp
Dig depth
6.80
Bucket
0.95
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Zoomlion ZE260

26t
medium crawler

26-tonne Zoomlion heavy-mid for mining-feeder and large quarry duty.

Power
200 hp
Dig depth
7.00
Bucket
1.10
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Zoomlion ZE305

30.5t
medium crawler

30.5-tonne Zoomlion mining-feeder shovel with Cummins power.

Power
250 hp
Dig depth
7.40
Bucket
1.30
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Zoomlion ZE335E

33.5t
medium crawler

33-tonne Zoomlion heavy crawler with Isuzu power for mining and quarry duty.

Power
240 hp
Dig depth
7.60
Bucket
1.50
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Zoomlion ZE370

37t
medium crawler

37-tonne Zoomlion heavy for major quarry primary loading.

Power
270 hp
Dig depth
7.90
Bucket
1.70
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Zoomlion ZE470

47t
mining

47-tonne Zoomlion mining-class production shovel.

Power
330 hp
Dig depth
8.40
Bucket
2.30
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Zoomlion ZE490E

49t
mining

49-tonne Zoomlion mining production for African gold, bauxite, copper.

Power
350 hp
Dig depth
8.60
Bucket
2.50
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Zoomlion ZE540

54t
mining

54-tonne Zoomlion ultra-heavy mining shovel.

Power
390 hp
Dig depth
8.90
Bucket
2.80
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Zoomlion ZE700E

70t
mining

70-tonne Zoomlion Tier-1 mining production.

Power
450 hp
Dig depth
9.30
Bucket
3.50
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Zoomlion ZE950

95t
mining

95-tonne Zoomlion ultra-mega mining production shovel.

Power
550 hp
Dig depth
9.80
Bucket
4.80
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Zoomlion ZE1250

125t
mining

125-tonne Zoomlion mega-pit mining shovel.

Power
700 hp
Dig depth
10.20
Bucket
6.00
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Where Zoomlion excavators are deployed

Mining & quarry
Zoomlion mining-class machines are deployed across African and Caribbean bauxite, gold and copper operations with reinforced undercarriages and oversized buckets.
Civil construction
Zoomlion 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 Zoomlion crawlers configured with HAZOP-rated cabs and ripper attachments.
Demolition
Zoomlion units with reinforced cab guarding and breaker/shear hydraulic circuits handle commercial demolition across the Caribbean and Africa.
Dredging
Long-reach Zoomlion configurations support river dredging, canal works, and slope-stabilisation projects across Suriname, Guyana, and African hydropower zones.
Land clearing
Forestry-guarded Zoomlion machines handle plantation development, road-corridor clearing, and agricultural land preparation.
Sector fit

Zoomlion by industry

Zoomlion vs alternatives

FeatureZoomlionCATJCB
Strength profileAggressive parts pricing and 24/7 field supportDealer 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.
Their team configured our long-reach machine for jungle dredging work — wider track pads, reinforced undercarriage, and a 21m boom kit. Arrived ready to work. No fitting delays.
HD
Henrico Da Silva
Site Supervisor · Paramaribo, Suriname

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 Zoomlion excavators and parts. We are not a manufacturer or the official Zoomlion corporation. All machines are sourced through established channels and supplied under our own service guarantee.
FAQ

Zoomlion — questions buyers ask

What Zoomlion excavator models are available?

We supply 17 popular Zoomlion models with detailed spec pages, including Zoomlion ZE60, Zoomlion ZE85, Zoomlion ZE135 and more. The full Zoomlion range is available on request.

Where is Zoomlion manufactured?

Zoomlion is a global excavator manufacturer, founded in 1992. Zoomlion is a top-five global heavy-machinery manufacturer with rapid growth in African mining and infrastructure markets. Its ZE-series excavators are widely deployed in Zambian copper, Ghanaian gold and Nigerian construction.

Why choose Zoomlion for Caribbean and African operations?

Aggressive parts pricing and 24/7 field support; Heavy-duty undercarriage for mining duty; Modern intelligent control systems.

Are Zoomlion parts available in my country?

Yes. We hold fast-moving Zoomlion 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 Zoomlion excavator purchase?

Yes. Zoomlion 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 Zoomlion excavators retain resale value?

Zoomlion resale value is competitive — particularly for units with full service history and pre-export inspection documentation.

Do you sell new or used Zoomlion excavators?

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

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