Used Demolition Excavators for Sale
Demolition excavators are purpose-built machines engineered to tear down structures safely, break reinforced concrete, and process debris on tight, high-risk sites. Whether you’re handling interior strip-outs, structural teardown, or high-reach demolition, the right machine balances reach, stability, and hydraulic power to run breakers, pulverizers, shears, and grapples. Every used demolition excavator listed below is inspected and comes with verified working hours, production year, engine data, and transport dimensions — so you can match the machine to your project scope and jobsite access before you buy. Use the Compare button to shortlist machines side by side.- ✔ Reinforced booms & guarding for heavy attachment work
- ✔ High auxiliary hydraulic flow for breakers, shears & crushers
- ✔ Verified hours, year & price — no hidden surprises
- ✔ Global inspection & transport support
| Used Excavator Image | Excavator Title | Excavator Brand | Excavator Class | Operating Weight | Engine Model & Net Power | Max Dig Depth | Bucket Capacity | Transport Dimensions: Length, Width, Height | Applications | Working Hours | Production Year | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Used Caterpillar Excavator CAT 330D2 Yong Gong | Caterpillar | Large | 33 T | CAT C7.1 275 HP | 7.2 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 3158 H | 2018 | $43,000 | |
 | Used Caterpillar Excavators CAT323 | Caterpillar | Large | 32.3 T | CAT C7.1 164 HP | 6.7 m | 1.2 m³ | 9.5 x 2.9 x 3.1 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 500 H | 2023 | $58,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar Excavators CAT330 2024 | Caterpillar | Large | 33 T | CAT C7.1 275 HP | 7.2 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 1100 H | 2024 | $85,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar Excavators CAT320 C7.1 2023 | Caterpillar | Large | 32 T | CAT C7.1 145 HP | 6.7 m | 1.0 m³ | 9.5 x 2.9 x 3.0 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 1200 H | 2023 | $58,000 | |
 | Used CAT323 Excavator | Caterpillar | Large | 32.3 T | CAT C7.1 164 HP | 6.7 m | 1.2 m³ | 9.5 x 2.9 x 3.1 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 421 H | 2023 | $58,000 | |
 | Used CAT330 Excavator | Caterpillar | Large | 30 T | CAT C7.1 275 HP | 7.2 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 1213 H | 2023 | $85,000 | |
 | Used Caterpillar Excavator CAT330 | Caterpillar | Large | 33 T | CAT C7.1 275 HP | 7.2 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 742 H | 2024 | $95,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar Excavator CAT336 | Caterpillar | Large | 33.6 T | CAT C9 268 HP | 7.5 m | 1.5 m³ | 11.1 x 3.2 x 3.3 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 652 H | 2022 | $105,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar Excavators 329D | Caterpillar | Large | 32.9 T | CAT C7 204 HP | 7.1 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 468 H | 2022 | $53,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar 323GC Excavators | Caterpillar | Large | 32.3 T | CAT C7.1 164 HP | 6.7 m | 1.2 m³ | 9.5 x 2.9 x 3.1 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 588 H | 2022 | $63,000 | |
 | Used Catepillar 306 Excavators | Caterpillar | Large | 30.6 T | CAT C2.4 55 HP | 3.9 m | 0.15 m³ | 5.3 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 583 H | 2022 | $29,000 | |
 | Used Hitachi ZX350 Excavator | Hitachi | Large | 35 T | Isuzu AH-6HK1X 271 HP | 7.3 m | 1.4 m³ | 11.0 x 3.1 x 3.1 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2200 H | 2020 | $60,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC350-8 Excavator | Komatsu | Large | 35 T | Komatsu SAA6D114E 246 HP | 7.3 m | 1.4 m³ | 11.1 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 1700 H | 2020 | $68,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC350-7 Excavator | Komatsu | Large | 35 T | Komatsu SAA6D114E 246 HP | 7.3 m | 1.4 m³ | 11.1 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2300 H | 2019 | $60,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC300-7 Excavator | Komatsu | Large | 30 T | Komatsu SAA6D114E 246 HP | 7.3 m | 1.4 m³ | 11.1 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2400 H | 2019 | $47,000 | |
 | Used CAT330D Excavator | Caterpillar | Large | 30 T | CAT C7.1 275 HP | 7.2 m | 1.5 m³ | 10.4 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2100 H | 2020 | $70,000 | |
 | Used Volvo EC460 Excavator | Volvo | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 345 HP | 8.5 m | 2.07 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1500 H | 2020 | $40,000 | |
 | Used Volvo EC250D Excavator | Volvo | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 188 HP | 7.7 m | 1.13 m³ | 10.5 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1500 H | 2020 | $40,000 | |
 | Used Volvo EC240D Excavator | Volvo | Medium | 24 T | Diesel Engine 180 HP | 7.5 m | 1.08 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 2000 H | 2019 | $34,000 | |
 | Used Sany SY335H-9 Excavator | Sany | Large | 33 T | Diesel Engine 251 HP | 8.5 m | 1.51 m³ | 10.5 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 600 H | 2021 | $55,000 | |
 | Used Sany SY245 Excavator | Sany | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 184 HP | 7.6 m | 1.1 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1000 H | 2021 | $42,000 | |
 | Used Sany SY235-9 Excavator | Sany | Medium | 24 T | Diesel Engine 176 HP | 7.5 m | 1.06 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 900 H | 2021 | $41,000 | |
 | Used Kobelco SK380D Excavator | Kobelco | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 285 HP | 8.5 m | 1.71 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1700 H | 2020 | $42,000 | |
 | Used Kobelco SK350 Excavator | Kobelco | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 263 HP | 8.5 m | 1.58 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1700 H | 2020 | $42,000 | |
 | Used Kobelco SK250D Excavator | Kobelco | Medium | 25 T | Diesel Engine 188 HP | 7.7 m | 1.13 m³ | 10.5 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1700 H | 2020 | $42,000 | |
 | Used Hyundai 350-9 Excavator | Hyundai | Large | 35 T | Diesel Engine 150 HP | 6.9 m | 0.9 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2500 H | 2019 | $60,000 | |
 | Used Hitachi ZX240-3 Excavators | Hitachi | Medium | 24 T | Diesel Engine 180 HP | 7.5 m | 1.08 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1900 H | 2020 | $36,000 | |
 | Used Doosan DH300LC-7 Excavator | Doosan | Large | 30 T | Diesel Engine 225 HP | 8.3 m | 1.35 m³ | 10.5 x 3.1 x 3.2 m | Demolition – Demolition & Waste Removal | 2200 H | 2019 | $35,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC240-8 Excavator | Komatsu | Medium | 24 T | Diesel Engine 180 HP | 7.5 m | 1.08 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Construction – Storm Detention Vaults Demolition – Scrap Yard Material Handling | 1800 H | 2020 | $33,000 |
How to Choose the Right Demolition Excavator
The correct machine depends on structure height, material hardness, and site access. Undersized machines stall under attachment load; oversized ones can’t maneuver on confined urban sites. Use the class guide below to narrow your selection.
Demolition Excavator Class Guide
| Class | Operating Weight | Best For | Typical Attachments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini (1–6 t) | 1,000–6,000 kg | Interior demolition, indoor strip-out, low headroom | Compact breaker, small grapple |
| Midi (6–10 t) | 6,000–10,000 kg | Residential teardown, light concrete | Breaker, pulverizer |
| Standard (10–30 t) | 10,000–30,000 kg | Commercial buildings, road & bridge demo | Hydraulic shear, crusher, breaker |
| High-Reach (30 t+) | 30,000 kg+ | Multi-storey & tall structure demolition | Long-front boom, shear, pulverizer |
Standard vs. High-Reach Demolition Excavators
| Factor | Standard Demolition | High-Reach Demolition |
|---|---|---|
| Max Working Height | Up to ~10 m | 18–40 m+ |
| Best Use | Low-rise, ground-level teardown | Multi-storey structures |
| Boom Type | Standard / mono boom | Extended straight boom |
| Cab | Standard, often guarded | Tilting cab + FOPS guarding |
| Counterweight | Standard | Extra to offset reach load |
Key Demolition Attachments
| Attachment | Primary Use |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Breaker | Breaking concrete, rock & foundations |
| Concrete Pulverizer | Crushing concrete & separating rebar |
| Demolition Shear | Cutting steel beams, rebar & metal frames |
| Grapple | Sorting, loading & handling debris |
| Crusher Jaw | Primary structural demolition |
Buying Checklist for a Used Demolition Excavator
- Match reach to structure height — never operate at the machine’s absolute limit.
- Confirm auxiliary hydraulic flow supports your breaker or shear.
- Inspect boom, stick & pins for cracks or heavy wear from attachment loads.
- Check guarding — FOPS cab guards, belly plates and cylinder protection.
- Review working hours vs. year to judge remaining service life.
- Verify transport dimensions against your jobsite access and haul route.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size excavator is best for demolition?
For most commercial demolition, a 20–30 tonne standard excavator offers the best balance of power and stability. Interior and residential work suits mini to midi (3–10 t) machines, while multi-storey teardown requires a high-reach (30 t+) unit.
Can a standard excavator be used for demolition?
Yes, with the right attachments and guarding. However, purpose-built demolition machines add reinforced structures, cab protection, and higher hydraulic flow for safer, faster attachment work.
How many hours is too many on a used demolition excavator?
Demolition is high-stress work. Machines under 6,000–8,000 hours with documented maintenance are generally a safe buy; anything higher demands a thorough boom, pin and hydraulic inspection.
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