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Hyundai R520

51,000 kg357 hpLimited recent data, based on 1 older listings

Side elevationHyundai R520
Hyundai R520 side elevation
Operating weight
51,000 kg
Length
12,060 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · crawler excavator
Live market

Crawler excavator market view

Crawler excavator avg.€64k

Based on 1 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.

Most asking prices land between €33k – €108k, with a market average around €64k.

NL
€77k
BE
€48k
DK
€73k
PL
€65k
IT
€27k
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Asking prices across our European network.As of 31 Jul 2026

This model sits 48% below the class average across 156 peer models.

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MakeHyundai
ModelR520
Specification · Comparison

How the R520 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
51 t
50 t
50 t
Power
Engine
Cummins QSM11
Hino J08E-VV
Isuzu 6UZ1
Power
352–357 hp
330–367 hp
362 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
51,000–52,065 kg
49,000–51,000 kg
50,255 kg
Length
12,060–12,200 mm
12,131 mm
12,100 mm
Width
3,540 mm
3,505 mm
3,640 mm
Height
3,400 mm
3,780 mm
3,330 mm
Transport length
12,060 mm
12,131 mm
12,100 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
2.15 m³
1.4–2.4 m³
2.1 m³
Max dig depth
7,590–7,600 mm
7,560–11,236 mm
7,000 mm
Max reach
11,700–14,300 mm
11,540–15,298 mm
11,500 mm
Drive
Travel speed
5.5 km/h
3.5–5.4 km/h
5.5 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€35k
€118k
Price range
€35k€35k
€107k€129k
Active listings
1
0
11
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Hyundai R520

Overview

The Hyundai R520 is a large crawler excavator in the 50-tonne class, with an operating weight of 51,000 kg and an engine output of 357 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 2.15 m3, positioning it as a high-production machine suited to demanding earthmoving and extraction work. The R520 competes directly in the upper mid-range of the heavy excavator segment alongside comparable equipment from other major manufacturers.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Large crawler excavators in the 50-tonne class are routinely deployed on major civil engineering projects, quarrying operations, and bulk earthmoving contracts where high cycle productivity and structural robustness are priorities. The R520 bucket capacity supports efficient loading of articulated dump trucks and rigid haulers in high-volume cut-and-fill or mass excavation scenarios. Port development, infrastructure groundworks, and large-scale site preparation represent further typical deployment contexts for machines of this specification.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Pre-purchase inspection of a 50-tonne class crawler excavator should include a full undercarriage assessment, as track components represent a significant portion of refurbishment expenditure on machines of this size. Structural inspection of the boom, arm, and attachment mounting points is advisable, with particular attention to weld integrity and wear in high-stress areas. Hydraulic system condition, including pump output and cylinder seal integrity, should be verified, and engine hours should be reviewed against available service documentation to establish maintenance history. Requesting full service records and, where possible, commissioning an independent mechanical inspection are recommended steps before committing to a purchase.

Current market

Price position

The European market average for the Hyundai R520 is EUR 34,500, reflecting the pricing environment for this machine at the time of assessment. Buyers evaluating the R520 should consider it alongside the Hitachi ZX470 and Kobelco SK500, which occupy a comparable weight and performance bracket in the used heavy excavator market. Relative availability, service network coverage, and parts accessibility for each brand in the buyer's region are relevant factors when comparing options at this market level.

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