SK135SR-7 – Australia’s number-one selling heavy excavator for over 12 years

Australia’s number-one selling heavy excavator for over 12 years—that’s quite the headline. It’s a title that Kobelco is incredibly proud of and does not take for granted.

Kobelco has been manufacturing excavators since 1930, with a rich heritage of innovation and a passion for creating reliable, fuel-efficient equipment. The SK135SR has been a key driver of Kobelco’s success in the Australian heavy excavator market. Customers have consistently chosen the SK135SR as the machine they trust, securing its position at the top of the sales charts for 12 consecutive years.

• Advanced Air Filtration: Featuring a unique iNDr air filtration system, the SK135SR is engineered to prevent debris from entering the cooling package, making it ideal for Australia’s tough conditions.
• Unmatched Fuel Efficiency: Kobelco has long been a market leader in low fuel consumption, and the SK135SR sets the benchmark with an impressive average fuel consumption of just 7.4 litres per hour.
• Built for Durability: The SK135SR has evolved over time to include a heavy-duty boom and arm set, an upgraded heavy-duty undercarriage, and reliable Tier 3 engines—maximising uptime and productivity.
• Unrivalled Support: With a nationwide independent dealer network and a national parts distribution facility in Sydney, Kobelco ensures customers receive top-tier support and efficient backup to keep their machines running long-term.
• Low Operational Costs: The Kobelco SK135SR is powered by a robust ISUZU Tier 3 engine, eliminating the need for AdBlue™ or a DPF. With industry-leading fuel efficiency, it reduces both ownership and operating costs, directly boosting a customer’s profitability.

Paul Torrington, Managing Director of Kobelco Australia, says:

“We are incredibly proud and humbled by the success of the SK135SR. Kobelco’s reputation for legendary reliability has earned customers’ trust, allowing them to grow their businesses. Achieving the number-one selling heavy excavator status is no small feat, and we do not take this title lightly. Kobelco is driven by innovation with a customer-first focus, and the SK135SR embodies this philosophy.”

Kobelco continues to push the boundaries of technology. Torrington adds:

“With machine telematics playing a larger role in equipment management, our Kobelco GEOSCAN and K-Scan systems give customers greater insights into their equipment than ever before. We provide real-time operational data, location tracking, work mode data, and a host of other information to support equipment management. Our new K-Scan system even allows remote diagnostics to help reduce downtime.”

Kobelco isn’t resting on its laurels. Driven by a team of dedicated, passionate staff and a strong nationwide Dealer network, the SK135SR looks set to dominate the sales charts for years to come.