Hyundai Expands HX-A Compact Excavator Line With Four New Models

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America has unveiled four new models in its HX-A series of compact hydraulic excavators: the HX17AZ, HX27AZ, HX55ACR, and HX60A. These additions bring the HX-A series to a total of eight models, following the debut of the initial models at CONEXPO in 2023.

All new models feature Tier 4 Final compliant low-emission engines, including:

• HX17AZ: Kubota D902 diesel engine, 16.0 hp.
• HX27AZ: Kubota D1305 engine, 24.4 hp.
• HX55ACR: Yanmar 4TNV86CT engine, 47.6 hp.
• HX60A: Hyundai DM02VB engine, 63.0 hp.

The HX17AZ and HX27AZ models are designed for tight spaces with true zero tail-swing, while the HX55ACR offers a compact radius.

“Hyundai HX-A Series compact excavators set the new standard in compact equipment. These machines represent a new generation of technology built on decades of Hyundai engineering and manufacturing excellence,” said Jeff Pate, VP of compact sales, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America. “What we hear from contractors since introducing the HX-A series models last year is that when they purchase a ‘base’ model from Hyundai, they appreciate it comes packed with standard features.”

Standard features include a 5-inch full-color LCD monitor, hydraulic quick coupler, integrated utility lifting hook, and load-sensing hydraulic systems for the HX55ACR. The HX17AZ and HX27AZ have open center hydraulic systems with adjustable hydraulic flow control for multiple attachments.

Key specs:

• HX17AZ: 4,370 lb, 8 ft dig depth, 3,668 lbf breakout force.
• HX27AZ: 6,140 lb, 8 ft 10 in dig depth, 4,613 lbf breakout force.
• HX55ACR: 12,600 lb, 12 ft 8 in dig depth, 8,354 lbf breakout force.
• HX60A: 13,580 lb, 12 ft 4 in dig depth, 9,461 lbf breakout force.

Hyundai offers an industry-leading warranty of three years or 3,000 hours, plus a five-year, 10,000-hour structural warranty, with optional extended warranties. The models also include five years of free use of Hi MATE, Hyundai's remote management system.