13.5 Ton Excavator
Small Excavator With Cummins Engine
✅ Optimal Size-to-Strength Ratio:
Weighing just 13.5 tons, this excavator slips into narrow urban sites (e.g., alleyways, backyards) where larger 20t+ machines can’t operate, yet delivers 90% of their digging force.
✅ Zero-Tail Swing Design:
Operates flush against walls/fences without damage – critical for city trenching or heritage zones.
✅ Transportation Ease:
Fits standard low-bed trailers (no oversize permits needed), slashing logistics costs by 30% vs. 20t+ excavators.
CT135-9A 13.5T Small Excavator is a high-performance and versatile crawler excavator designed for demanding earthmoving, trenching, demolition, and utility applications. Built for contractors who require reliable power, flexible attachment compatibility, and stable performance, this 13.5 ton excavator combines advanced hydraulic technology, reinforced structural components, and fuel-efficient engine power to deliver outstanding productivity across construction, infrastructure, agriculture, and municipal projects.
Raw Materials
The CT135-9A 13.5T small excavator is manufactured using high-strength structural steel, wear-resistant alloy plates, and reinforced boom and arm materials to ensure long-term durability under demanding jobsite conditions. Critical load-bearing components are produced with precision welding and heat-treated steel to improve fatigue resistance and structural integrity. The undercarriage is built with durable track frames, heavy-duty rollers, and reinforced track shoes for stable travel and longer service life. Hydraulic pipelines use high-pressure sealed components to reduce leakage and improve reliability. Premium raw materials enhance the performance of this 13.5 ton excavator, making it ideal for continuous heavy-duty construction, trenching, and earthmoving operations.
Product Specifications
| Model | CT135-9A | Model | CT135-9A |
| Operating weight | 13.6 | G-Tail swing radius (mm) | 2380 |
| Bucket capacity | 0.56 | H-Track ground length(mm) | 2930 |
| Engine model | Cummins QSF3.8-C115 | J-Track length (mm) | 3630 |
| Rated power (kw/r/min) | 86/2200 | K-Track gauge (mm) | 1995 |
| Maximum torque （N*m） | 4 3/11 | L-Track width (mm) | 2495 |
| Engine displacement（L） | 3.8 | M-Track shoe width (mm) | 500 |
| Max.flow (L/min) | 126*2 | N-Turntable width (mm) | 2490 |
| Working pressure (Mpa) | 35/38 | O-Max. digging height (mm) | 8600 |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 250 | P-Max. dumping height (mm) | 6120 |
| Hydraulic oil tank capacity (L) | 165 | Q-Max. digging depth (mm) | 5455 |
| Travel speed (km/h) | 3.3/5.1 | R-Max. vertical wall digging depth (mm) | 4565 |
| Swing speed (r/min) | 11.5 | T-Max. digging reach (mm) | 8380 |
| Max. climbing degree (%) | 70 | U-Max. digging reach at ground level (mm) | 8255 |
| Arm digging force | 74 | V-Min. swing radius (mm) | 2530 |
| Bucket digging force (KN) | 98 | X-Distance between center of rotation and tail length (mm) | 2380 |
| Average grounding pressure (Kpa) | 38 | Z-Height of counterweight (mm) | 1930 |
| A-Overall length (mm) | 7910 | A1-Ground length (in transportion)(mm) | 4435 |
| B-Overall width (mm) | 2495 | Arm length (mm) | 2500 |
| C-Overall height (to top of boom)(mm) | 2820 | Boom length (mm) | 4600 |
| D-Overall height (to top of cab)(mm) | 2767 | Deflection angle left°/right° | - |
| E-Counterweight ground clearance(mm) | 920 | Maximum dozing height/depth (mm) | - |
| F-Min. ground clearance (mm) | 425 | Dozer size width/height（mm） | - |
The CT135-9A 13.5 ton excavator combines efficient hydraulic output, optimized engine performance, and well-balanced dimensions to deliver stable digging force, reduced fuel consumption, excellent maneuverability, and extended working reach. Designed for high productivity and lower operating costs, this small excavator offers outstanding stability in both confined urban worksites and open-field excavation projects, making it an ideal solution for contractors seeking versatile and reliable performance.
Product Advantages
Powerful Performance:
The CT135-9A small excavator is powered by a Cummins turbocharged engine delivering strong torque, efficient fuel combustion, and reliable output. This 13.5 ton excavator maintains stable performance under continuous heavy-duty operation.
Versatile Attachment System:
With an ISO-compliant quick coupler, this crawler excavator supports buckets, breakers, augers, grapples, rakes, and compactors. Fast attachment switching improves productivity and expands application flexibility.
Durable Structural Design:
Reinforced boom, arm, rotary platform, and undercarriage components improve durability and resistance to wear. This small excavator is built for demanding trenching, demolition, and earthmoving tasks.
Operator Comfort and Easy Maintenance:
The spacious cab with air conditioning improves operator comfort, while accessible service points reduce maintenance time. This 13.5 ton excavator helps lower downtime and improve work efficiency.
Inventory Availability
The CT135-9A 13.5T small excavator is maintained with stable inventory planning to support fast delivery for international and domestic orders. Standard stock units are available for regular export models, helping reduce lead times and improve procurement efficiency for dealers and contractors. Flexible inventory management also supports customized configuration requests, attachment matching, and OEM production needs. This 13.5 ton excavator can be shipped through container, bulk cargo, or rail transportation according to customer requirements. Reliable stock availability and efficient logistics support ensure timely delivery, reduced waiting periods, and smoother project equipment deployment for global customers.
Production Capacity
Shandong Carter Heavy Industry operates a modern manufacturing base with advanced welding systems, CNC machining centers, precision assembly lines, and strict quality inspection processes. The company has strong production capacity for crawler excavators, ensuring stable output and consistent product quality for global buyers. Each excavator is produced through standardized assembly, hydraulic testing, and full machine inspection to ensure reliable delivery performance. From raw material processing to final assembly, every CT135-9A small excavator is built under efficient production management and strict quality control. Large-scale production capability enables faster lead times, stable supply, and dependable OEM and export cooperation.
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