- Imported engine, motor adopted to keep its quality stable.
- Small batch customization service is welcome.
- Complete machine warranty as long as 2 years.
- Multi-channel delivery of after-sales service via Youtube, Facebook and our global distributors.
- All excavators are fixed by wood strip in shipping in order not lead to any damage.
S490 Mini Small Skid Steer Loader Electric wheel loader
S490 Mini Small Skid Steer Loader Electric wheel loader
The S490 Skid Steer Loader is a compact, versatile machine with an 8kW electric or 15-19.2kW gasoline engine, offering 250kg rated (350kg max) operating capacity. It features a 0.12m³ bucket, 6km/h max speed, and 450KN breakout force. Dimensions include a 1300mm height, 1100mm width, and 2700mm length (with bucket). Key specs: 17-21bar system pressure, 9s cycle time, 180mm ground clearance, and 114° bucket flip angle. Ideal for tight spaces, it has EURO5/EPA emissions compliance and 1200kg operating weight, ensuring efficiency in construction, agriculture, and material handling.
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S490 Skid Steer Loader Features and Application Value
The S490 skid steer loader is a compact and efficient construction machine suitable for confined space operations, such as construction sites, agricultural sheds, warehouse loading and unloading scenarios. Its flexible steering and multifunctional attachment compatibility (e.g. bucket, forklift, etc.) enable it to perform a wide range of tasks such as digging, handling and leveling. With a rated load of 250kg (max. 350kg) and a powerful breakout force of 450KN, it can easily cope with hard soil, sand and gravel, improving construction efficiency and reducing labor costs, making it an ideal choice for small and medium-sized projects and municipal maintenance.
Diverse Powertrain Options
The YZ-S490 offers a variety of powertrain options to meet the specific needs of different users:
Electric Version: 8kW, 72V, 200Ah battery configuration, zero emissions, low noise, suitable for indoor operation and areas with strict environmental requirements.
Gasoline Version: Optional Runtong, Koop, or B&S brand engines, power range 15-19.2kW, ample power, suitable for various working conditions.
Emission Standards: Fully compliant with EURO 5/EPA standards, environmentally friendly and energy-saving.
High Efficiency Operation
The YZ-S490 features an optimized bucket system with a 1050mm wide bucket and a tilt angle range of 27°-114°, ensuring efficient loading and unloading in various positions. Its powerful hydraulic system provides up to 450KN of digging force, easily handling various harsh operating conditions.
Quick Attachment Change System
Utilizing an innovative quick-connect device, the YZ-S490 can change between different attachments in minutes. In addition to the standard bucket, a variety of specialized attachments are available as options, greatly expanding the equipment’s application range, achieving multi-functionality and improving equipment utilization.
Operational Comfort and Safety
Ergonomic Control System: A rationally laid-out control device for easy and responsive operation.
Excellent Visibility Design: Provides the operator with a full-range working view, ensuring operational safety.
Reliable Braking System: Equipped with a safe and reliable parking brake.
Low Noise Design: Specially optimized overall machine noise control provides a comfortable working environment.
S490 Parameter Comparison and Market Positioning
S490 Key Parameters:
Dimensions (L×W×H): 2700×1100×1300mm
Rated load: 250kg (max. 350kg)
Engine: 8kW electric/15-19.2kW fuel oil
Travel mode: wheeled (23×8.5-12 tires)
Hydraulic pressure: 17-21bar
Comparison with competitors (e.g. Bobcat S450):
Bobcat S450: 18kW diesel, 340kg load, but 30% more expensive and bigger (1520mm wide).
Wacker Neuson 803: electric version 7.5kW, 250kg load, but shorter range.
S490 advantage:
Cost-effective: dual electric/fuel option for those on a budget.
Compact and flexible: 1100mm width to pass through narrow aisles, suitable for sheds and warehouses.
Low maintenance cost: wheeled structure is more economical than tracked.
Suitable for people:
Small and medium-sized contractors, farmers, logistics centers users who need flexible loading and unloading.
Areas with high environmental requirements (e.g. indoors, municipalities) prioritize the electric version.
Working conditions that require versatile attachment compatibility.
Conclusion: The S490 dominates the market segment with moderate load, compact size and low cost, making it the preferred choice for economical skid steer loaders.
The YZ-S490 skid steer loader has a wide range of applications
Construction: Site clearing, material handling, small-scale earthmoving
Agriculture and Livestock: Feed handling, livestock shed cleaning, site leveling
Municipal Engineering: Street maintenance, landscaping, snow removal
Industrial Sector: Warehouse material handling, workshop cleaning
Landscaping: Tree transplanting, site preparation
Product Parameters
| Item name | Parameters | Item name | Parameters |
| Engine brand | Electric/koop/Runtong/B&S | Vehicle height | 1300mm |
| Rated power | 8kw、72v、200ah/15/19.2/17kw | Length with standard bucket | 2700mm |
| Number of cylinders | 2 | Vehicle width(standard tire） | 1100mm |
| Air intake way | Naturally Aspirated | Length without standard bucket | 2300mm |
| Emissions standards | EURO5/EPA | Bucket width | 1050mm |
| Rated operating capacity | 250Kg | Tail length | 500mm |
| Maximum operating capacity | 350Kg | Height at maximum extension | 2530mm |
| Maximum breakout force | 450KN | Height to the bucket pin | 1933mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.12m³ | Maximum height as lay the bucket flat | 1740mm |
| Driving speed | 0-6km/h | Dumping height | 1400mm |
| Total cycling time | 9s | Discharge distance | 595mm |
| System operating pressure | 17-21bar | Wheelbase | 940mm |
| Fuel tank capcity | 10L | Ground clearance | 180mm |
| Operating weight | 1200KG | The flip angle of the bucket on the ground | 27° |
| Wheel size | 23*8.5-12 | Bucket flip angle at highest position | 114° |
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Frequently Asked Questions
A: Compact or mini excavators are built for digging in confined jobsites. Most models feature a hydraulic-powered arm attached to a track-mounted chassis.
Construction, landscaping and farm & orchard professionals rely on mini excavators to work where larger machines can’t fit. They can maneuver between buildings and around obstacles with minimal or zero tail swing, giving them an advantage over large excavators.
A: ACE compact (mini) excavators range in operating weights:
The smallest ACE mini excavator model, the CX10T, weighs 1020 kgs.
The heaviest ACE mini excavator, the CX36, weighs 3800 kgs.
Additional factors that affect compact excavator weight:
- Attachments for your excavator can add hundreds of kilo grams.
- Steel tracks increase weight compared to rubber tracks.
- Other features like enclosed cabs or add-on counterweights also contribute to overall weight.
A: Operating a mini excavator isn’t hard, but it requires proper training. With ACE operator training courses, you can quickly learn what you need to know:
- Safe and efficient operation
- Understanding of key components and safety features
- Detailed explanations of controls and functions
- Maneuvering, traveling and working safely
Courses are available online to learn at your own pace. They make learning easy with interactive videos, graphics, quizzes and more.
A: Excavator prices vary based on features, options, location and other factors. Contact ACE Sales Engineer +86 191 5798 3137 or local distributors for accurate pricing, or use our Build & Quote tool to customize your own machine and receive a quote from us.
A: ACE compact excavators are exclusively available from ACE ASOK and our authorized distributors. Contact us to get industry-leading sales, service and support.
A: Absolutely yes, we provide customization service range including: logo, color and accessories, etc. for some special requirement in its functionality, you are more than welcome to contact our sale engineer for further help.
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