55N-4 Mini Excavator

Kato's 55N-4 mini excavator offers a 12-ft. 8-in. digging depth with 11,071 lb. of bucket breakout force.

January 15, 2020

Kato's 55N-4 mini excavator features easy to operate joysticks and short lever hydraulic pilot controls.

54.7-hp water cooled diesel engine
Variable displacement piston pumps
2-speed travel
Auxiliary hydraulics standard
Standard with A-F quick change valve
Rubber or steel tracks
Standard backfill blade
ROPS Certified
Standard heated cabin or a 4-post canopy
Operating weight: 12,733 lb.
Digging depth: 12 ft. 8 in.
Bucket breakout force: 11,071 lb.

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