Variable-width undercarriage, reduced-tail-swing design, and independent swing boom allow the 17G to navigate narrow openings and work in tight quarters with ease.  Rubber tracks’ unique steel cores resist cracking. Large-diameter drive sprockets and track idlers further increase undercarriage durability.  Go from backhoe- to excavator-style controls with just a twist of your wrist. Control pattern selector valve is conveniently located in a compartment beneath the seat and includes a sight glass that displays the selected pattern.  High-torque fuel-efficient diesels meet EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV emission standards without after treatment devices — reducing maintenance and expense.  Heavy-duty side-by-side coolers enhance efficiency in high-ambient or -altitude working conditions.  Nearly unobstructed visibility provides a commanding view of the surrounding jobsite.

• Net Power: 10.8 kW (14.5 hp) @ 2,400 rpm
• Max. Digging Depth: 2.19 m (7 ft. 2 in.)
• Operating Weight: 1720 kg (3,790 lb.)