NORTECK SX6 Mini Excavator - 660 kg with 3 Buckets + Rake + Ripper Tooth + Quick Hitch + Mechanical Thumb

A 660 kg base with digging tools already mounted

The Norteck SX6 stands out for its factory-fitted tool package: three buckets, a rake, a ripper tooth, a quick hitch, and a mechanical thumb. From the first start-up, the operator has multiple configurations for digging, grading, grubbing, or handling blocks without switching machines. The chassis measures 2287 mm in length by 700 mm in width, with rubber tracks sized 150 × 72 × 34. The 660 kg operating weight dictates carrier choice and transport logistics.

Hydraulic circuit and kinematics of the SX6

The gear pump delivers 19 L/min at 16 MPa. This flow/pressure combination powers the arm movements and any compatible hydraulic attachments. The turret swings at 9.5 rpm, while the minimum turning radius is 1185 mm and travel speed is 1.5 km/h. These figures are reference points for planning maneuvers at the end of a plot or alongside existing structures.

Digging and dumping geometry

The SX6 arm reaches a maximum digging depth of 1091 mm, with a vertical digging depth of 1018 mm and a horizontal digging radius of 2254 mm. Maximum digging height is 2114 mm, and maximum dumping height is 1386 mm. The stated maximum digging force is 3.5 kN—a value to weigh against ground conditions: compact or stone-laden soils will require more passes than loose fill.

A Loncin 302 cm³ engine at the core

The 4-stroke petrol engine is from Loncin, with a displacement of 302 cm³. This power unit drives the hydraulic pump, without complex electronics. Access to the engine compartment and filtration elements is a routine check point during periodic maintenance, along with track tension and the condition of hydraulic hoses.

Included tools: from buckets to mechanical thumb

The machine comes with three digging buckets, a rake for leveling and sorting materials, a ripper tooth for grubbing or loosening hard ground, a quick hitch for swapping tools without prolonged downtime, and a mechanical thumb for grabbing loads. For operators looking to expand this setup, the Norteck attachment range for mini excavators of this class includes options like the hydraulic breaker or the 150 mm hydraulic auger. These tools mount on the same quick-hitch interface as the SX6, within the flow and pressure specifications provided by Norteck.

Mounting and compatibility of tool carriers

The quick hitch supplied with the SX6 uses the standard mounting pattern for the brand's compact machines. For replacement or a second hitch, the Norteck quick hitch for mini excavators is documented separately with its pin centers and locking pins. Before adapting any tool from another manufacturer, check the mounting dimensions and the auxiliary circuit flow to avoid exceeding hydraulic limits.