Carter South Africa excavators are distributed exclusively by MCM Group — giving contractors and farmers access to a premium Chinese-built excavator range with Yanmar engines and Japanese KYB hydraulics. Carter machines are available from MCM branches in Cape Town, George, Gauteng, and Bloemfontein.
Carter South Africa is part of an established international excavator brand with over 60 years of manufacturing history. The Carter range covers machines from 850kg mini excavators up to 46-tonne heavy-duty units — with every model supplied through MCM Group’s nationwide distribution and service network.
Looking for a Carter excavator quote? Contact MCM Group for expert advice and competitive pricing on the full range.
Why MCM Partnered with Carter
“We are proud to take hands with Carter, an established international brand of high quality excavators with over 60 years of manufacturing experience, ranging from 850kg to 46 tonnes. The Carter brand and philosophy runs alongside that of MCM, as we build the future together.”
Johannes van Niekerk, Managing Director of MCM Group
In short, the partnership gives Southern African clients the choice of entry-level MCM excavators and higher-calibre Carter machines. As a result, buyers can pick the right tool for the job — from compact residential work through to heavy civil and mining applications. Every Carter South Africa machine comes with Yanmar engines, Japanese KYB hydraulic systems, and the attention to detail that defines the brand.

About Carter Excavators
Carter South Africa machines are manufactured at Carter’s production centre in Linyi — a state-level development zone and one of China’s national construction machinery manufacturing bases. In practice, this means every Carter excavator is built on a mature production line with strict quality control, before it ships to Southern Africa.
Carter has professional after-sales service networks across Europe, the USA, Australia, and now South Africa. Specifically, Carter Africa’s head office is based in Cape Town, with an additional branch in Midrand, Gauteng — both operated through MCM Group. As a result, local parts and technical support are available to customers nationwide.
The Carter Excavator Range in South Africa
MCM stocks the Carter range from compact mini excavators through to mid-size machines suited to commercial construction and earthmoving. For example, the Carter CT60 is a popular 6-tonne model delivered to South African contractors through MCM branches. Browse the full MCM excavator range for current models and specifications.
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Written by the MCM Marketing Team
Published: 14 August 2023
The MCM Marketing Team works closely with MCM Group’s sales, parts and service teams to develop practical equipment ownership guides for South African contractors and farmers.
Find Carter South Africa Nationwide
MCM Group distributes Carter excavators from branches in Cape Town, George, Gauteng (Midrand), and Bloemfontein. Walk in, call, or get in touch online for product advice, quotes, and after-sales support.
Browse the MCM excavator range for more information, or contact MCM Group for a quote. Carter equipment aligns with South African construction standards — for more on industry compliance, see SAFCEC.



