HYUNDAI is introducing the HX210L excavator to its Next Generation line-up.
The 22-tonne machine has been designed to complement the HX230 and tailored to appeal directly to the UK plant hire and rental markets.
The HX210L is built on the same platform as the HX230L. It features a standard 4,200kg counterweight – 10% higher than the A-Series model – to maximise stability and lifting capacity. The counterweight has the ‘Tiger Eye’ rear design, already seen on other Next Generation machines.
The upper structure has been reinforced, with increased channel height and a revised counterweight mounting design. The swing bearing has also been upgraded, with a design that Hyundai said delivers increased dynamic thrust and static thrust capacities. Higher swing torque provides improved rotating performance and increased productivity.
Powered by the same Hyundai DX05 diesel engine, the machine uses a wastegate turbocharger in place of the larger model’s twin-turbo configuration. This results in 830Nm of torque, a 6% increase on the previous HX210A L. The engine employs an engine-mounted cooling fan clutch.
Pilot-controlled hydraulics have been chosen as the ‘optimum’ solution for the rental business. The system includes virtual bleed-off (VBO), an energy control system that combines an electronically-controlled main control valve and a central processing unit to optimise real-time output flow and eliminate energy losses in the hydraulic system.
All Next Generation machines feature a new cab design, with improved ventilation, redesigned control levers, and enhanced interior lighting. The excavator is equipped with Hyundai’s latest 12.8” full HD touchscreen monitor. The advanced climate control system incorporates a Discharge Air Temperature (DAT) sensor and dual solar sensors to optimise internal cab temperatures.
The HX210L has 1,000-hour service intervals. A revised Urea tank design is said to deliver an 18.8% boost in AdBlue capacity, while standard integrated grease feed lines improve pin lubrication. Side service access aims to improve safety for technicians during upper structure inspection and maintenance.
The machine was unveiled at Hillhead 2026.
