XCMG XE215D Crawler Excavator
A 21.5-ton crawler hydraulic excavator with a 1.05 m³ standard bucket and a Cummins QSB7 135 kW engine, engineered for productive earthmoving, municipal, dredging and quarry work.
Operating Weight
21,500 kg
Bucket Capacity
1.05 m³ (standard)
Engine Power
135 kW @ 2,050 rpm
Engine Model
Cummins QSB7
Verified Data
Complete Specifications
Source: official product data
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 21,500 kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.05 m³ (standard) |
| Engine Power | 135 kW @ 2,050 rpm |
| Engine Model | Cummins QSB7 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 9,625 × 2,990 × 3,100 mm |
| Max. Digging Depth | 6,680 mm |
| Max. Digging Radius | 9,940 mm |
| Max. Digging Height | 9,620 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force | 149 kN |
| Arm Digging Force | 111 kN |
Overview
The XCMG XE215D is a 21.5-ton crawler hydraulic excavator developed by XCMG on the basis of internationally proven technology and independent innovation. It delivers more power, lower fuel consumption and stronger operating performance, making it a dependable choice for contractors who need a versatile mid-size machine that can move between earthmoving, dredging, municipal and light quarry work.

Power and Efficiency
- Cummins QSB7 six-cylinder engine rated at 135 kW @ 2,050 rpm, with maximum torque of 740 N·m @ 900–1,600 rpm, giving strong power reserve for heavy production work.
- Emissions-reduction technology combined with exhaust gas recirculation lowers nitrogen-oxide emissions — the brochure states 0.4 g/kWh — while ECO mode helps reduce daily fuel use.
- The large-diameter negative-flow main control valve cuts pressure loss by about 30% for high transmission efficiency.
- A newly developed mid-position unloading valve lowers standby pressure from 4 MPa to 0.3 MPa, saving about 2% energy.
- Removing the boom priority valve reduces throttling loss — about 1.7% energy saving in leveling work and 3.8% in loading work.
Strength and Reliability
- Upgraded undercarriage improves load-bearing performance; key stress-bearing chain-link parts are strengthened for longer track life.
- Longitudinal chassis beams are redesigned with internal and external reinforcement ribs; X-frame rib plates are thickened by 6 mm, the cross-section raised by 39 mm, and the cover plate thickened by 2 mm for better overall stiffness.
- The boom uses a swallowtail boot design to reduce stress concentration; the arm side plate is thickened by 2 mm and the front end uses an XCMG-patented T-sleeve.
- Forged axle housings on the boom and arm increase wear resistance after thermal refining.
- Turntable side beams use a D-shaped pipe structure and robotic welding for better impact resistance and structural durability.
Operator Comfort and Safety
- Automatic air-conditioning and heating adjust to indoor and outdoor temperatures; multi-position air outlets support a comfortable working environment.
- Air-suspension seat with electric heating and multi-dimensional adjustment (rated for 150 kg) isolates vibration.
- New-generation 7-inch display with clear graphics, integrated control panel and reserved video-display support for multiple formats.
- Rear and right-side cameras improve visibility around the machine.
- ROPS-certified cab can be equipped with top, front and side guards for anti-falling-object protection.
Easy Service and Support
- Central electrical box, air filter, diesel filter, oil filter and pilot filter are all accessible for maintenance, reducing maintenance time by about 10%.
- Self-lubricating bearings are used at working-device hinges, and engine oil and filter service intervals can reach 500 hours using XCMG’s proprietary technologies.
- Global after-sales service system with a quick-response support mechanism.
Versatility and Attachments
- Different boom, arm and bucket combinations adapt the machine to a wide range of working conditions.
- The multi-functional intelligent work-tool control system supports crushing, shearing, compacting, milling, transporting, grabbing, scraping, loosening and lifting — turning several operations into one machine.
- Twin-lock / double-lock hydraulic quick coupling with piping and hammer dual-direction piping are standard.
- Attachment icons below show common tools including compactor, pile driver, crusher pliers, wood grab, breaker, hydraulic shears and scrap grip.
Applications
Irrigation and water conservancy, river dredging, municipal construction, small mine development, earthwork, trenching and demolition.
Working Range
Values below apply to the standard boom (5,680 mm), standard arm (2,910 mm) and 1.05 m³ bucket.
| Ref. | Parameter | mm |
|---|---|---|
| A | Max. digging height | 9,620 |
| B | Max. dumping height | 6,780 |
| C | Max. digging depth | 6,680 |
| D | Max. digging depth at 2,240 mm (8 ft) level bottom | 6,500 |
| E | Max. vertical-wall digging depth | 5,715 |
| F | Max. digging radius | 9,940 |
| G | Min. swing radius | 3,530 |

Optional working equipment includes a 2,400 mm arm, earth buckets of 1.2/1.3 m³, heavy-duty buckets of 0.93/1.0 m³ and rock buckets of 0.9/1.0 m³.
Overall Dimensions
| Ref. | Dimension | mm |
|---|---|---|
| A | Overall length | 9,625 |
| B | Overall width | 2,990 |
| C | Overall height | 3,100 |
| D | Platform width | 2,830 |
| E | Track length | 4,255 |
| F | Overall width of chassis | 2,990 |
| G | Track shoe width | 600 (800 optional) |
| H | Crawler wheelbase | 3,462 |
| I | Track gauge | 2,390 |
| J | Counterweight clearance | 1,050 |
| K | Min. ground clearance | 486 |
| L | Min. tail swing radius | 2,844 |
| M | Track height | 942 |

Hydraulic System and Capacities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main pump | Two piston pumps |
| Main pump rated flow | 2 × 216 L/min |
| Main relief valve pressure | 34.3 / 37 MPa |
| Travel system pressure | 34.3 MPa |
| Swing system pressure | 27.5 MPa |
| Pilot system pressure | 3.9 MPa |
| Fuel tank capacity | 400 L |
| Hydraulic tank capacity | 220 L |
| Engine oil capacity | 19.5 L |
Other main performance data: ground pressure 47.2 kPa, travel speed 5.4 / 3.1 km/h, swing speed 11.8 r/min, gradeability ≤ 35°, maximum tractive force 184 kN, bucket digging force 149 kN and arm digging force 111 kN.
Lifting Performance
Rated lifting capacity (straight-ahead/back and over-side) is supplied as a full chart. Capacities marked with * are limited by hydraulic capacity rather than stability.

Brochure
Download the XE215D hydraulic excavator brochure (PDF) for the full specification tables.
Specifications above are based on the XCMG XE215D brochure and shown for reference. Configurations and figures may vary by market, engine-emission level and optional equipment. Contact us for the official datasheet and a quotation for your project.
Data Source
Specifications are taken from XCMG's published product data. Figures can vary by configuration, market and emission stage — we confirm the exact figures for your machine in the quotation, and we can send the original datasheet on request.
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