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Medium Excavators

Medium excavators in the 8 to 20 ton class are the backbone of commercial construction, civil engineering and mining operations.

7 models Nationwide delivery Finance available
Starting from
R 467 033 excl. VAT

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Compare Medium Excavators models

Key specifications and starting prices side by side to help you pick the right machine.

ModelEngine PowerOperating WeightDigging DepthFrom* (excl. VAT)
MCM 30DS Excavator14kW2700kg2830mmR 467 033
MCM 35DS Excavator18.2kW3800kg3208mmR 509 575
MCM 75DS Excavator52kW7500kg3898mmR 818 125
MCM 83WDT Wheel-Crawler Excavator36.8kW8300kg3438mmR 930 325
MCM 90WDT Wheel-Crawler Excavator44.4kW90003772mmR 1 168 750
MCM 120WDT Wheel-Crawler Excavator73.5kW12000kg4840mmR 1 304 325
Yuchai YC60-9 Medium Excavator35kW5700kg3720mmR 654 033

*Prices shown are “starting from” and exclude VAT. Contact your nearest branch for the latest offer — prices are subject to confirmation and change, and T's & C's apply.

Nationwide delivery

Medium Excavators for sale across South Africa

MCM Group delivers medium excavators to every town and city in South Africa from our four branches in Midrand, Cape Town, George and Bloemfontein — with road transport to all nine provinces, finance in 48–72 hours, and local parts and warranty wherever you operate.

Gauteng
Midrand · Johannesburg · Pretoria · Centurion · Sandton · Soweto · Roodepoort · Krugersdorp · Vereeniging
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban · Pietermaritzburg · Richards Bay
Western Cape
Cape Town · George · Stellenbosch · Paarl · Worcester · Mossel Bay · Knysna · Plettenberg Bay
Eastern Cape
Port Elizabeth · Gqeberha · East London · Mthatha
Free State
Bloemfontein · Welkom · Bethlehem
Mpumalanga
Nelspruit · Mbombela · Witbank · Secunda
Limpopo
Polokwane · Tzaneen · Thohoyandou
North West
Rustenburg · Mahikeng · Potchefstroom · Klerksdorp
Northern Cape
Kimberley · Upington · Kathu
About Medium Excavators from MCM Group+

Medium excavators for sale in South Africa

MCM Group stocks 7 medium excavator models for sale across South Africa, ready for collection at our branches in Cape Town, George, Bloemfontein, Midrand or for delivery to any of the nine provinces. Every medium excavator we supply is selected and specified for tough local working conditions, and backed by in-country parts and service so you are never waiting on an overseas supplier when you need to keep working.

Medium excavators are used for a wide range of construction, agricultural and industrial tasks. Whether you are a contractor, farmer, plant-hire operator or municipality, our team will help you match the right machine to your application and budget rather than over- or under-speccing the job.

How to choose the right medium excavator

Start with the work the machine will do most often. Matching engine power, operating weight and lift or dig capacity to your typical tasks keeps running costs down and avoids paying for capability you will rarely use. If you run attachments, check the hydraulic flow and coupler type up front, and think about transport — how you will move the medium excavator between sites affects which size class makes sense.

Compare the full specification of each model on its product page, then weigh up availability of parts, ease of servicing and resale value. A slightly higher purchase price often pays back through lower downtime and better support, which is exactly where buying a medium excavator with a local warranty and a national parts network has the edge over a grey import.

Medium excavator price and finance

Pricing for medium excavators at MCM Group starts from R 467 033 excl. VAT, with the final figure depending on configuration, attachments and any current specials. Request a quote on any model for an up-to-date, all-in price including VAT and delivery to your area.

Most buyers finance their medium excavator. MCM Group submits your application to several banks and asset-finance houses at once — including Nedbank, WesBank and Standard Bank — so you get competitive offers without shopping around, with approvals typically inside 48 to 72 hours. We handle the paperwork from quote to delivery.

Why buy your medium excavator from MCM Group

MCM Group has supplied construction and agricultural equipment to South African businesses since 2008. Buying your medium excavator from us means a local warranty, genuine parts through our National Parts Division, and technicians who know the machines — supported from four branches in Cape Town, George, Bloemfontein, Midrand with nationwide delivery.

Browse the medium excavators below, compare specifications side by side, and request an instant quote or finance application on any model. Prefer to talk it through? Call +27 81 885 0535 or email sales@mcmco.co.za and we will help you choose the right medium excavator for the job.

Medium excavators in the 8 to 20 ton class are the backbone of commercial construction, civil engineering and mining operations. They deliver the digging depth, reach and bucket capacity needed for bulk earthworks, foundation excavation, dam building, road construction and material loading.\\MCM Group offers medium excavators for sale in South Africa, built for high-production environments where reliability and uptime are critical. Our medium excavators combine powerful hydraulics, fuel-efficient engines and durable undercarriages to handle the demands of South African construction and mining conditions.\\All medium excavators from MCM Group are backed by local warranty, genuine parts supply and after-sales service from our branches in Cape Town, Gauteng and Free State. Browse the range below or request a quote.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medium Excavators

What size is a medium excavator?
Medium excavators typically fall in the 8 to 25 ton operating weight class. They offer the digging depth and bucket capacity needed for commercial construction, civil engineering, dam building and mining operations where mini excavators are underpowered.
What can a medium excavator do?
Medium excavators are used for bulk earthmoving, foundation excavation, trenching, dam and road construction, overburden removal in mining, demolition and material loading. They accept a wide range of hydraulic attachments including hammers, grapples and compactors.
Are medium excavators available with finance in South Africa?
Yes. MCM Group works with multiple approved finance houses to offer instalment sale and lease agreements on medium excavators. Contact our sales team to discuss deposit requirements and monthly repayment terms.
What medium excavators does MCM Group sell?
MCM Group's medium excavator range includes the MCM 75DS Excavator and Yuchai YC60-9. All machines are backed by manufacturer warranty, genuine parts and after-sales service from our branches nationwide.

In South African civil construction, medium excavators in the 10—20 tonne class are the most commonly specified machines for dam construction, bulk earthworks and road building. Their bucket capacity (typically 0.5—1.0 m³) and digging depth (5—7 metres) allow them to work efficiently in materials ranging from sandy loam to weathered rock, while their transport weight remains manageable for inter-site moves on standard low-bed trailers.

Hydraulic thumb attachments are widely used on South African medium excavators to improve versatility — the thumb allows the operator to grip and place large rocks, handle tree stumps and move demolition rubble with precision that a bucket alone cannot achieve. MCM Group can advise on thumb compatibility for the excavator models in our range.

All MCM Group medium excavators include full local warranty, genuine parts supply and professional after-sales service from our branches in Cape Town, George, Gauteng and Bloemfontein. Competitive instalment sale and operating lease finance options are available through our approved finance partners.