HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has unveiled plans to introduce three new machines at Plantworx 2025 in September, including the UK debut of the HX360L Next Generation crawler excavator.
Other new model on display will be Hyundai’s first dozer, the HD130A, and first battery electric mini-excavator – the HX19e.
Powered by Hyundai’s Stage V DX08 diesel engine, the HX360L is the first of a new range of Next Generation machines. These excavators feature full electro-hydraulic (FEH) controls that send an electrical signal to the main control valves, rather than using pilot hydraulics. FEH is said to deliver increased operator control, faster reaction times, and reduced fuel consumption.
Built on a completely new structure, the cab offers the availability of cooled and heated leather seating, new 12.8” high-definition touchscreen monitors, and options including smart digital keys and single lever tracking and steering functions.
Hyundai’s Advanced Around View Monitoring (AAVM) safety system has been upgraded to AAVM+. There are now six cameras positioned around the machine, using AI to detect human presence within a pre-set working area. A Radar Detection Warning System, with three wide-angled radars, is also offered, capable of detection people and objects within the operating zone. This can be linked to an E-Stop function, which can control deceleration and even halt the machine if the operator fails to react to warnings in the cab.
Engine oil and filter changes are now doubled to 1,000 hours, with coolant changes at 6,000 hours and DPF ash cleaning set for up to 8,000 hours.
The HX19e, meanwhile, is Hyundai’s first battery-powered mini-excavator. The two-tonne machine is described as the only mini in its class offered with a choice of battery packs. A 32kWh battery will deliver around six hours of continuous operation, however an optional 40kWh battery is available, allowing up to 10 hours of operation.
The machine can be recharged using an automotive Type 2 AC connector, offering a recharge time of 4.8-6 hours, depending on battery size. Alternatively, the model comes with a DIN 320 DC connector, allowing DC rapid charging that will top up the battery in 2-2.5 hours.
Hyundai explained the battery drives a 13kW electric motor, which powers the standard HX19A hydraulic system. The machine delivers the same breakout forces and digging capabilities as the diesel model. The HX19e is offered with a canopy or a fully-glazed cab and can be carried to site on a 3.5-tonne trailer behind a van or 4×4.
Also on the stand at Plantworx will be the HD130A dozer. Powered by a 117kW diesel engine and driving through a two-speed hydrostatic transmission, customers can choose between standard XL tracks or wider LGP running gear, with blade sizes of 3.54m3 and 4.18m3 respectively.
In both cases the power-tilt angle blade has six-way adjustability. A standard 2D Blade Dozing Assist Function is standard.
Among other equipment on show will be Hyundai’s HX25Az mini-excavator, launched last year as one of a range of A-Series compact machines. The 2.6-tonne model boasts a zero-tailswing design and can be towed to site on a 3.5-tonne trailer. It is powered by an 18.5kW engine.
