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2023-2025
1.2 cu m Bucket capacity
110.36 kw Gross power
6,220 mm Max digging depth
9,500 mm Max digging reach
6,520 mm Max dump height
22,200 kg Operating weight

The Hyundai R215 is a modern 22.2-ton medium excavator built for high-efficiency earthmoving, utilities, and general construction, pairing a Cummins engine with strong hydraulics and balanced digging performance. It suits contractors looking for reliable daily production without stepping into heavier operating costs.

Cummins engine 110.36 kW

bucket capacity 1.2 cu m

digging depth 6,220 mm

hydraulic flow 220 lpm

bucket digging force 152 kN

operating weight 22,200 kg

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Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 420,000

Starting from

AED 300,000

Hyundai R215 Technical specifications

Operational specifications

Arm crowding force

117.6 kN

Swing speed

11 rpm

General

Boom length

5.68 m

Bucket capacity

1.2 cu m

Bucket width

1,200 mm

Engine model

Cummins 6BTAA5.9C

Gradeability

35 º

Max digging depth

6220 mm

Max digging reach

9,500 mm

Max dump height

6520 mm

Max speed forward

5.3 kph

Operating weight

22,200 kg

Attachments

Bucket digging force

152 kN

Engine

Displacement

5880 cu cm

Gross power

110.36 kw

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull

207 kN

Track length

3.64 m

Track width

60 cm

Refill capacities

Engine oil cap

25 liter

Service refill capacities

Fuel cap

340 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

290 liter

Dimensions

Height - top of cab

3.11 m

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

220 lpm

Relief valve pressure

330 bar

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Hyundai R215 expert review

Reviewed by Rizwan R. on February 8, 2026

Overview

The Hyundai R215 is positioned as a fuel-efficient, mid-weight excavator delivering 110.36 kW of power with a balanced hydraulic setup. It’s designed for contractors who need dependable output across trenching, bulk excavation, and loading.

Pros Smooth hydraulics, good fuel efficiency, and a well-balanced chassis for daily site work.
Cons Not as powerful as heavier 30-ton machines, limited advantage in very hard rock conditions.

Efficiency

With 220 lpm hydraulic flow and optimized pressure control, the R215 maintains steady cycle times while keeping fuel consumption under control.

In Cabin

The cab offers good visibility, intuitive controls, and a comfortable working environment for long shifts.

In Comparison

Compared to the Komatsu PC300, the R215 favors lower operating costs. Against the Cat 336, it emphasizes efficiency over raw digging power.

Verdict

Rated 5 stars, the Hyundai R215 is a dependable, cost-efficient medium excavator for general construction and utility work.

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Hyundai R215 owner rating

Hyundai R215 Medium excavators [2023-2025]

2023-2025

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.7
performance

4.3

comfort

4.7

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

4.7

features

4.3

5 stars

67 %

4 stars

33 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Smooth operation and low fuel burn for daily construction work.
Cons
Lacks the extra digging muscle of heavier excavators.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
Easy to maneuver and very stable on uneven terrain.
Cons
Not ideal for extremely deep trenching compared with heavier models.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

4.0

features

4.0

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Hyundai R215 similar models

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Hyundai R215L
R215L
Komatsu PC300-8M0
PC300-8M0
Cat 336FL
Operational specifications
Arm crowding force 117.6 kN
Arm crowding force 235 kN
Arm crowding force 228 kN
Swing speed 11 rpm
Swing speed 9.5 rpm
Swing speed 5.5 rpm
Years 2023-2025
Years 2020-2025
Years 2018-2025
Market Average AED 420,000
Market Average AED 900,000
Market Average AED 1,250,000
Price AED 300,000
Price AED 450,000
Price AED 700,000
General
Boom length 5.68 m
Boom length 6.47 m
Boom length 6.7 m
Bucket capacity 1.2 cu m
Bucket capacity 2.1 cu m
Bucket capacity 1.9 cu m
Bucket width 1,200 mm
Bucket width 1,565 mm
Bucket width 1,500 mm
Engine model Cummins 6BTAA5.9C
Engine model Komatsu SAA6D114E-3
Engine model Cat C9.3B
Gradeability 35 º
Gradeability 70 º
Gradeability -
Max digging depth 6,220 mm
Max digging depth -
Max digging depth -
Max digging reach 9,500 mm
Max digging reach -
Max digging reach -
Max dump height 6,520 mm
Max dump height 6,365 mm
Max dump height 10,210 mm
Max speed forward 5.3 kph
Max speed forward 5.5 kph
Max speed forward 5.5 kph
Operating weight 22,200 kg
Operating weight 33,400 kg
Operating weight 36,500 kg
Max digging depth -
Max digging depth 6,540 mm
Max digging depth 7,430 mm
Max digging reach -
Max digging reach 10,245 mm
Max digging reach 13,240 mm
Attachments
Bucket digging force 152 kN
Bucket digging force 259 kN
Bucket digging force 259 kN
Engine
Displacement 5,880 cu cm
Displacement 8,270 cu cm
Displacement 9,300 cu cm
Gross power 110.36 kw
Gross power 186.43 kw
Gross power 223.71 kw
Undercarriage
Drawbar Pull 207 kN
Drawbar Pull 264 kN
Drawbar Pull 355 kN
Track length 3.64 m
Track length 4.03 m
Track length 4.5 m
Track width 60 cm
Track width 6 cm
Track width 6 cm
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 25 liter
Engine oil cap 37 liter
Engine oil cap 28 liter
Service refill capacities
Fuel cap 340 liter
Fuel cap 605 liter
Fuel cap 640 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 290 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 188 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 260 liter
Dimensions
Height - top of cab 3.11 m
Height - top of cab 3.14 m
Height - top of cab 3.15 m
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 220 lpm
Pump flow cap 535 lpm
Pump flow cap 424 lpm
Relief valve pressure 330 bar
Relief valve pressure 353.01 bar
Relief valve pressure 379.96 bar

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