Japanese heavy construction machinery giant Takeuchi has finally delivered Australian equipment specialists Semco’s first Takeuchi TB20e electric compact excavator for eco-friendly construction projects.
Takeuchi TB20e arrives in Australia
According to Earthmoving Equipment Magazine, Semco has finally unleashed its first designed-and-built electric compact excavator in Australia.
The Takeuchi TB20e is among the first battery-powered compact excavators on the continent. It has the same size and performance as the diesel-powered Takeuchi TB216 compact excavator. However, it features a 24.7 kWh li-ion battery that enables up to eight hours of continuous runtime.
More impressively, operators can also plug the electric compact excavator’s onboard charger into a power outlet and remain operational whenever they need additional runtime. In this sense, the TB20e could operate 24/7 if deployed on a construction site with grid power. It comes with an onboard charger with 95v to 265v single-phase power.
It also offers an optional, off-board fast charger that can replenish the li-ion battery’s power in less than four hours with 408v to 552v three-phase power. Moreover, it has two electric motors, including one for drive and one for hydraulics.
Takeuchi TB20e paves the way for a greener construction future
Takeuchi Australia National Product Manager Stuart Marriott emphasized the Japanese heavy construction machinery manufacturer’s commitment to environmental stewardship. The company is apparently highly optimistic that the TB20e electric compact excavator can help fleets start decarbonizing their operations.
“The new battery power excavator is designed to help our customers meet their own sustainability goals without sacrificing the performance and reliability they deserve and expect from Semco and Takeuchi.”
Stuart Marriott, Takeuchi Australia National Product Manager
Indeed, the Takeuchi TB20e electric compact excavator can significantly revolutionize the construction industry. It eliminates the exhaust fumes from traditional diesel-powered excavators, substantially reducing construction site carbon emissions and air pollution.
Its electric motors also operate with less noise than diesel engines, benefitting noise-sensitive sites like residential neighborhoods or near hospitals and schools. Lower noise levels allow more flexible work schedules, even into evenings or weekends, without compromising the comfort of the nearby communities.
Specifications
Presented below are the key specifications of the Takeuchi TB20e:
| OPERATING PERFORMANCE | ||
| Operating Weight – Canopy | 4,255 lb | 1,930 kg |
| Maximum Bucket Breakout | 4,226 lbf | 1,917 kgf |
| Maximum Arm Breakout Force | 1,820 dbf | 862 kgf |
| Arm Length | 3 ft. 8.5 in. | 1,130 mm |
| Slew Speed | 7.6 rpm | |
| Traction Force | 4,655 lbf | 2,116 kgf |
| Ground Pressure – Canopy | 4.7 psi | 32.1 kPa |
| Max Travel Speed | ||
| Low Range | 1.3 mph | 2.1 km/h |
| High Range | 2.5 mph | 4.0 km/h |
| HYDRAULIC SYSTEM | ||
| Total Hydraulic Flow | ||
| Auxiliary Flow – Primary Circuit | 8.9 gpm | 33.6 L/min |
| Hydraulic System Pressure | ||
| FLUID CAPACITIES | ||
| Hydraulic Reservoir | 3.7 gal | 14.1 L |
| Hydraulic System | 6.3 gal | 24 L |
Dimensions
Here are the machine dimensions of the Takeuchi TB20e:
| MACHINE DIMENSIONS | ||
| Maximum Reach | 13 ft. 4.9 in. | 4,090 mm |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | 12 ft. 2.9 in. | 4,035 mm |
| Maximum Digging Depth | 7 ft. 10.0 in. | 2,390 mm |
| Maximum Vertical Digging Depth | 6 ft. 9.0 in. | 2,390 mm |
| Maximum Height of Cutting Edge | 12 ft. 3.3 in. | 3,740 mm |
| Maximum Dumping Height | 8 ft. 10.5 in. | 2,705 mm |
| Front Swing Radius | 4 ft. 10.2 in. | 1,480 mm |
| Front Swing Radius with Boom Offset | 3 ft. 9.4 in. | 1,155 mm |
| Tailswing Radius | 3 ft. 6.3 in. | 1,075 mm |
| Transport Length | 12 ft. 8.8 in. | 3,880 mm |
| Tranport Height | 7 ft. 5.8 in. | 2,280 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in. | 205 mm |
| Undercarriage Length | 4 ft. 11.9 in. | 1,520 mm |
| Undercarriage Width – Tracks Retracted | 38.6 in. | 980 mm |
| Undercarriage Width – Tracks Extended | 51.2 in. | 1,300 mm |
| Track Width (Rubber) | 9.1 in. | 230 mm |
All that said, the TB20 aligns with the growing trend of green construction practices. It promotes a stronger commitment to environmental responsibility, potentially attracting sustainability-conscious investors and clients.
