Small-scale engineering projects, farm maintenance, and municipal emergency repairs often face a common pain point: the workload is not large, but it requires both trenching and material shoveling. Buying two separate excavators and loaders is costly and results in high idle rates, making it very uneconomical. The small backhoe loader is a small engineering piece of equipment that integrates excavation and loading functions. Commonly known as a backhoe loader, backhoe loader, or excavator loader, its core feature is a loading bucket at the front and an excavating arm at the rear. One machine can handle two core engineering tasks, eliminating the need to switch equipment and completing all processes in one trip.
YG, as a professional engineering equipment manufacturer, specializes in small, multi-functional backhoe loaders. Their tractor-with-front-end-loader and backhoe model is suitable for farms and light engineering projects, while the hydraulic model is suitable for infrastructure construction. Currently, their equipment has been exported in batches to countries such as Thailand, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, the Philippines, and Tanzania, and is widely applicable to various scenarios such as rural infrastructure construction, farmland renovation, and municipal maintenance. It is especially suitable for small to medium-sized projects with dispersed workloads and diverse task types. If you are also interested, please contact us now for more product information and pricing.
YG Hot-sale Small Backhoe Loader Technical Parameters
| Overall Operating Weight | 8000KG |
| Transport Dimension | |
| L*W*H(mm) | 7600×2260×2890mm |
| Wheel base | 2250mm |
| Min. Ground Clearance | 300mm/ |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.5m3 |
| Breakout Force | 38KN |
| Loading Lifting Capacity | 2800KG |
| Bucket Dumping Height | 2800mm |
| Bucket Dumping Distance | 1062mm |
| Backhoe Capacity | 0.3m3 |
| Max. Digging Depth | 4100mm |
| Optional Digging Depth | 5000mm(Excavator boom with telescopic extension) |
| Swing Angle of backhoe | 190° |
| Max. Pulling Force | 39KN |
| Engine | |
| Brand/Model | Yunnei 4102 turbocharged engine |
| Type | In-line, direct injection, four-stroke, water cooling |
| Rated Power | 76KW |
| Optional Engine | YUCHAI/YCD4T33T6-115 CUMMINS 74KW 4BT3.9-C100 CUMMINS EURO3 75KW QSB3.9-C100 EURO5 81KW YUCHAI or EPA4 CUMMINS 74KW engine |
| Steering System | |
| Steering Angle | ±36° |
| Min. turning radius | 6581mm |
| Pressure of the system | 12Mpa |
| Customization supported | |
YG Mini Backhoe Loader: Exterior Structure and Key Components
- Chassis and Walking System
- 4×4 four-wheel drive, wheeled chassis, small turning radius.
- Reinforced welded frame, thickened steel plates in key areas.
- Front axle is a steering drive axle, rear axle is a solid drive axle.
- Equipped with engineering tread tires, strong grip, suitable for gravel and muddy roads.
- Front Loading System
- Composed of boom, swing arm, tie rod, and bucket.
- Bucket capacity ranges from 0.3m³ to 1.2m³, depending on the model.
- Hydraulic tilting, large unloading angle, clean unloading.
- Rear Digging System
- Three-section boom + stick structure, digging depth up to 2.5-4 meters.
- Side shift function allows the boom to move left and right, making it easier to work near walls.
- Swing angle approximately 180-200 degrees, covering most trenching needs.
- Hydraulic outriggers, providing ground support and enhanced stability during operation.
- Power and Hydraulic System
- Equipped with well-known brand diesel engines (Yuchai/Yunnei/Changchai, etc., optional).
- Power range from 25kW to 75kW, meeting different tonnage requirements.
- Gear pump/piston pump hydraulic system, providing ample flow and smooth operation.
- Multi-way valve centralized control, allowing for single-handed operation of complex actions.
- Cab and Control System
- Fully enclosed cab with sunroof, offering excellent visibility.
- Rotating seat allows for front loading and rear excavation.
- Steering wheel + joystick combination provides intuitive operation, even for beginners.
- Optional features include air conditioning, heating, and a radio for enhanced driving comfort.
What Are the Core Functions and Technical Features of a Small Backhoe Loader?
- Dual-purpose design, simultaneous front and rear operation. The front bucket can load, transport, level, and stack materials, while the rear arm can dig trenches, pits, slots, and demolish. One machine covers the entire process from earthwork excavation to backfilling, eliminating the need to wait for a second machine.
- 4×4 all-wheel drive, strong off-road capability. Four-wheel drive with differential lock provides strong climbing ability, allowing it to navigate muddy construction sites, rural dirt roads, and gravel areas. Compared to tracked equipment, it doesn’t damage road surfaces, making it more suitable for municipal roads and residential areas.
- Compact size, flexible maneuverability. The machine’s width is typically between 1.5 and 2 meters, and its height is around 2.5 meters, allowing it to navigate narrow alleys, residential courtyards, and farm sheds—places inaccessible to large excavators. Its small turning radius makes turning around in confined spaces effortless.
- Powerful hydraulic system, crisp and decisive action. Utilizing a high-quality hydraulic pump and multi-way valve, the system pressure is 20-25MPa, providing sufficient digging and lifting force. The boom lifting, bucket extension/retraction, and slewing movements are all smooth, with operating efficiency comparable to standalone excavators or loaders in the same class.
- It can be equipped with various attachments, offering strong expandability. The rear boom can be fitted with hydraulic breakers, augers, log grapples, vibratory rammers, and other attachments; the front bucket can be fitted with forks, snowplows, and sweepers. One machine equipped with different tools can perform more than a dozen types of work.
- Maintenance is simple, and parts are interchangeable. The chassis, engine, and hydraulic components all use commonly available specifications, making parts readily available and maintenance convenient. Users can perform routine maintenance themselves, eliminating the need to wait for manufacturer on-site service and minimizing downtime.
In Which Industries and Scenarios Are Small Backhoe Loaders Suitable?
- Municipal engineering and pipeline construction. Digging cable trenches, water pipe trenches, and gas pipeline trenches; after digging, the front bucket directly backfills the soil and can also remove excess soil. It’s most flexible for minor repairs and road maintenance in cities, avoiding the road blockages that large excavators can cause.
- Agriculture and farm construction. Digging irrigation ditches, building reservoirs, cleaning manure pits, transporting feed, leveling sites, digging holes for greenhouse pillars… it can handle all sorts of farm work, making it a great helper for farmers.
- Landscaping and greening projects. Planting trees, digging holes, transplanting flowers and trees, digging drainage ditches, preparing the land before laying lawns, and transporting seedlings and stones. Its small size prevents it from damaging lawns and existing landscaping.
- Rural self-built housing and small-scale infrastructure construction. Digging foundation trenches, digging septic tanks, transporting sand and gravel, backfilling and compacting, and cleaning up construction waste. In rural construction sites, where large equipment cannot enter, a double-ended loading platform comes in handy.
- Auxiliary operations in mines and quarries. Cleaning workfaces, repairing temporary roads, transporting small materials, and digging drainage ditches. Working in conjunction with main equipment for auxiliary tasks increases efficiency.
- Community property and factory maintenance. Repairing and patching, pipeline renovation, cleaning septic tanks, transporting materials, snow removal, and road clearing. Having a double-ended loading platform in the factory area allows for most routine maintenance to be handled independently, eliminating the need to rent equipment every time.
- Road maintenance and highway construction. Digging side ditches, repairing slopes, clearing culverts, transporting curb stones, and filling potholes. When working along the route, it can move forward slowly on its own, eliminating the need for frequent hoisting and transport.
- Rental business. Buying a double-ended loading platform for rental is also cost-effective because of its versatility and high demand. Small excavators can only do digging, while double-ended loading platforms can do both digging and loading, making them convenient for renters and increasing rental rates.
The Price of a Small Backhoe Loader Is Mainly Affected by These Factors:
- Tonnage and size. Larger tonnage, deeper digging depth, and greater lifting capacity result in a higher price. This is easy to understand, as it involves more steel and hydraulic components.
- Engine brand. Domestic engines (Yuchai, Yunnei, Changchai) offer high cost-performance; imported engines (Yanmar, Cummins, Perkins) offer stable performance but are significantly more expensive, with price differences ranging from several thousand to tens of thousands of yuan.
- Drive type. 4×2 (two-wheel drive) is cheaper, while 4×4 (four-wheel drive) is more expensive. However, four-wheel drive offers far superior off-road capability and work capacity, making it the preferred choice for most customers, and the price difference is worthwhile.
- Luxury features. Air-conditioned cab, enclosed cabin, shock-absorbing seat, reversing camera, side-shift function, quick-connect couplings, etc., all affect the final price.
- Optional attachments. In addition to the standard bucket, if you require a breaker, auger, log grappling hook, etc., each attachment will incur additional charges. However, in the long run, having more attachments allows you to take on more work and recoup your costs faster.
- Purchase Quantity. Bulk purchases offer better prices. We offer additional discounts for buying two or more units or purchasing them with other equipment.
As the original manufacturer, YG Machinery eliminates middlemen, offering factory prices directly. We support customized configurations; any special requirements can be discussed. For after-sales service, we provide a one-year warranty on the entire machine, lifetime technical support, and global shipping of spare parts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Small Backhoe Loader
A1: A backhoe loader has a wheeled chassis, a front bucket and a rear boom. It can both dig and load, and can drive itself on roads, but its digging depth and rotation angle are limited (approximately 180-200 degrees). An excavator has a tracked or wheeled dedicated chassis, only a boom, rotates 360 degrees, has greater digging force but a single function, and generally requires a trailer for relocation. In short, a backhoe loader is more multi-functional, while an excavator is more specialized for digging.
A2: Yes. The rear boom of a backhoe loader can be fitted with a hydraulic breaker for drilling concrete, breaking up roads, and demolishing small buildings. When choosing a breaker, pay attention to matching its tonnage and hydraulic flow to the machine; too small and it won’t be able to dig, too large and it will damage the machine. YG offers complete sets of solutions; buying the machine and breaker together is more cost-effective.
A3: Different models have different digging depths. A 1-ton small model can dig approximately 2-2.5 meters, a 2-ton standard model approximately 2.8-3.5 meters, and a 3-ton reinforced model can dig 3.5-4.2 meters. If you need to dig particularly deep, it is recommended to choose a larger model or consider a dedicated mini excavator.
A4: Backhoe excavators are construction machinery and generally do not require a driver’s license; a construction machinery operator’s certificate is sufficient (specific regulations vary by region). Operation is not difficult; it involves a steering wheel and a few control levers, just a few more actions than driving a car. A normal person can learn to work independently in 3-7 days, and it takes about 1-2 months to become proficient. YG provides operation videos and remote guidance.
A5: Four-wheel drive backhoe excavators can be used normally on ordinary mountainous and sloping terrain, with a climbing ability of approximately 20-30 degrees. However, it is not recommended to go up very steep slopes, as wheeled equipment has a high center of gravity, and there is a risk of tipping over when operating on slopes. If you’re primarily working in mountainous terrain, a tracked excavator is recommended for better traction and stability.
A6: Core wear parts are all of universal specifications and can be found in most local agricultural machinery and auto parts markets. YG also maintains a stock of spare parts for fast direct shipping.
