ZAXIS-5G series HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR Model Code : ZX280-5G / ZX280LC-5G Engine Rated Power : 132 kW (177 HP) Operating Weight : ZX280-5G : 27 400 kg / ZX280LC-5G : 28 400 kg Backhoe Bucket : ISO Heaped : 1.00 - 1.62 m3

A ZAXIS hallmark – industry-leading hydraulic technologies, and performance no other can beat. New ZAXIS provides reliable solutions: impressive fuel economy, swift front movements, and easy operation. You'll also find Hitachi technological prowess and expertise, such as the optimized hydraulic system and engine. New ZAXIS features the key benefits of high quality, low fuel consumption, and high durability, all of which serve to ensure low running costs. New ZAXIS, which is empowered by comprehensive evolution, will realize customers’ visions and dreams, and pioneer your colorful future. h H...

More Production with Less Fuel 9% Reduction in Fuel Consumption New ZAXIS is a fuel-thrifty excavator that can reduce fuel consumption by 9%, compared to the precedent ZX270-3/ ZX270-3F family, thanks to the HIOS III hydraulic system and engine control system, thereby reducing CO2 emissions. I More Fuel Reduction in the ECO mode The ECO mode, a new economical mode, can further cut fuel consumption by 7% compared to the PWR mode, without sacrificing digging speed by optimal matching of Swift Front Movements with HIOS* III Hydraulics Operating speed increases with less fuel consumption thanks to...

Pursuits of Performance and Durability Prestige R&D and Quality Control Hitachi has earned praise for technological prowess and product performance around the world. R&D Division has a track record – including excellent design, stress analysis expertise using CAE system, and abundant production data base. What’s more, a large-scale durability test field (427 hm2) allows for a series of stringent testing of new machines. Main pump testing area Computer-Aided Engineering Production Division strives to automatize production processes, including robotic welding, machining, painting, assembling and...

No Compromise on Operator Comfort Comfortable Operating Environment You'll feel comfortable and confident, with plenty of leg space and excellent visibility when entering the cab. The new compact console gives more leg space. The new door pillar is shifted rearward by 70 mm to widen an entry space for easy access. A new LED room light, interlocked with the door, turns on when the door opens. The front window is easily removed and stored overhead using slide rails. The overhead window is openable for ventilation. Lots more air vents for air conditioner are located strategically for uniform air...

Simplified Maintenance Dust-Proof Indoor Net A dust-proof indoor net, provided at the front of radiator, can be easily removed and cleaned with compressed air. At the rear of the radiator, air blowing can be done through a one-touch open cover. The air condenser is openable for easy cleaning at its rear. Attractive, Robust Body Side frame tops of the undercarriage are sloped to let muck slide away. Track adjuster greasing ports are repositioned for easier lubrication, and well protected from muck packing. The photo shows an excavator with an optional front glass lower guard. Grouped Remote Inspection...

Reliable Solutions, with Various Options Easy-to-Use Attachments The operator can change over valves, adjust extra circuit flow, and check settings from the multifunctional monitor next to the operator seat. What’s more, 11 jobs, including flow rate setting, can easily be selected by their identified names. Easy-to-Operate Breaker When using a breaker that requires frequent change of hydraulic oil and filters, an extra hour meter on the multifunctional monitor displays operating hours of the breaker, suggesting adequate replacement timing of oil and filters. The Breaker Alarm (optional) shows...

Hitachi Support Chain Hitachi Support Chain is a full customer support system offered after buying a Hitachi machine. Remote Fleet Manaqement with Global e-Service Easy Access to On-Site Machines through the Internet Main Features of Global e-Service This on-line fleet management system allows you to access each on-site machine from a PC in your office. You can get its operating information and location to increase productivity of the fleet and reduce downtime. Operating data and log are sent to a Hitachi server for processing, and then to customer and dealers around the world. This system is...

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Rated power Hydraulic Pumps Maximum oil flow .. 2x236 L/min Maximum oil flow .. 34.0 L/min Hydraulic Motors Relief Valve Settings Heat-treated connecting pins with dirt seals. Hydraulic (grease) track adjusters with shock-absorbing recoil springs. Numbers of Rollers and Shoes on Each Side Lower rollers Track guard . Travel Device Each track driven by 2-speed axial piston motor. Parking brake is spring-set/hydraulic-released disc type. Automatic transmission system: High-Low. Maximum traction force .. 246 kN (24 600 kgf) Hydraulic Cylinders Revolving Frame D-section frame skirt...

BUCKET AND ARM DIGGING FORCES BACKHOE ATTACHMENTS Boom and arms are of welded, box-section design. 6.20 m boom, and 2.42 m, 3.11 m and 3.76 m arms are available. Bucket is of welded steel structure. Side clearance adjust mechanism provided on the bucket joint bracket. *1 Rock bucket © Suitable for materials with density of 2 000 kg/m3 or less *2 Reinforced bucket O Suitable for materials with density of 1 600 kg/m3 or less *3 Heavy-duty bucket □ Suitable for materials with density of 1 100 kg/m3 or less *4 Ripper bucket 0 Heavy-duty service OSlope-finishing service WORKING RANGES Excluding track...

* Excluding track shoe lug G: Triple grouser shoe LIFTING CAPACITIES (Without Bucket) Notes: 1. Ratings are based on ISO 10567. 2. Lifting capacity does not exceed 75% of tipping load with the machine on firm, level ground or 87% full hydraulic capacity. 3. The load point is the center-line of the bucket pivot mounting pin on the arm. 4. Indicates load limited by hydraulic capacity. For lifting capacities, subtract bucket and quick hitch weight from lifting capacities without bucket. B: Load point height ZX280-5G Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : kg ZX280LC-5G Rating over-front...