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Brand comparisons, country-specific import procedures, inspection checklists, shipping and customs — practical writing from our daily export operations. No fluff, only what matters before you transfer a deposit.

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Used Excavator Attachments from China: What to Bundle Before Shipping a Machine
02 · Guide excavator-attachments
Jun 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Used Excavator Attachments from China: What to Bundle Before Shipping a Machine

Buyers importing used excavators from China often forget attachments. This guide explains hydraulic breakers, buckets, quick couplers, thumbs, spare parts and why bundling before shipment can improve resale and job readiness.

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Used Hitachi ZX200-5A from China: Export Checklist for 20-Ton Excavator Buyers
03 · Guide hitachi-zx200
Jun 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Used Hitachi ZX200-5A from China: Export Checklist for 20-Ton Excavator Buyers

Used Hitachi ZX200-5A from China for contractors and machinery importers: hydraulic pump checks, hour verification, undercarriage wear, spare parts and CIF quote keywords for 20-ton excavator buyers.

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Used Komatsu PC60 from China: Mini Excavator Export Guide for Dealers and Rental Fleets
04 · Guide komatsu-pc60
Jun 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Used Komatsu PC60 from China: Mini Excavator Export Guide for Dealers and Rental Fleets

A buyer-focused guide to used Komatsu PC60 excavators from China: mini excavator search keywords, inspection points, spare parts, container loading and CIF quote logic for dealers and rental fleets.

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Used Volvo EC480DL from China: Heavy Excavator Export Guide for Quarry and Mining Buyers
05 · Guide volvo-ec480dl
Jun 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Used Volvo EC480DL from China: Heavy Excavator Export Guide for Quarry and Mining Buyers

A practical guide for buyers searching used Volvo EC480DL from China: 45-50 ton excavator applications, quarry work, engine and hydraulic checks, flat-rack/RoRo shipping and CIF quote logic.

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20-Ton vs 30-Ton Used Excavator: Which Class Should You Buy?
06 · Guide buying-guide
Jun 6, 2026 · 8 min read

20-Ton vs 30-Ton Used Excavator: Which Class Should You Buy?

20-ton (Cat 320, Komatsu PC200) vs 30-ton (Cat 330, Komatsu PC300) — payload, fuel cost, transport cost, ROI per job class. Which makes more money for export buyers?

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Cat vs Volvo Used Excavator: Honest Comparison for Export Buyers (2026)
07 · Guide comparison
Jun 6, 2026 · 11 min read

Cat vs Volvo Used Excavator: Honest Comparison for Export Buyers (2026)

Caterpillar vs Volvo used excavators — fuel economy, parts availability, resale value, and operating cost compared. Which to buy for African or Southeast Asian markets?

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How to Import a Used Excavator to Indonesia: 2026 Complete Guide
08 · Guide indonesia
Jun 6, 2026 · 9 min read

How to Import a Used Excavator to Indonesia: 2026 Complete Guide

Indonesia import procedure for used excavators from China — Tanjung Priok, SNI standard, B2B import license, customs duty, total landed cost with real numbers.

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How to Check if Excavator Operating Hours Are Genuine (Anti-Fraud Guide)
09 · Guide inspection
Jun 6, 2026 · 9 min read

How to Check if Excavator Operating Hours Are Genuine (Anti-Fraud Guide)

Used excavator hour meter fraud is common. Step-by-step guide to verify operating hours: ECM cross-check, undercarriage wear, hydraulic stamps, photo evidence.

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How to Import a Used Excavator to Kenya: 2026 Complete Guide
10 · Guide kenya
Jun 6, 2026 · 9 min read

How to Import a Used Excavator to Kenya: 2026 Complete Guide

Step-by-step Kenya import guide for used excavators from China — Mombasa port, KEBS PVoC, duty/VAT, age limits, total landed cost. Real shipment numbers.

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Sany vs XCMG Used Excavators: Chinese-Brand Comparison Guide
11 · Guide comparison
Jun 6, 2026 · 10 min read

Sany vs XCMG Used Excavators: Chinese-Brand Comparison Guide

Sany vs XCMG used excavator comparison — quality, parts availability, dealer network, resale value. Honest take on the two largest Chinese OEMs for export buyers.

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Mini Excavator Buying Guide: 1 to 8 Ton (Used Export Edition)
12 · Guide mini-excavator
Jun 6, 2026 · 9 min read

Mini Excavator Buying Guide: 1 to 8 Ton (Used Export Edition)

Mini excavator buying guide for 1-8 ton class — Kubota / Yanmar vs Doosan / Sany, hours / hydraulic check, container shipping, popular markets, price ranges.

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Used Excavator Shipping: FOB vs CIF vs DDP Explained (with Real Numbers)
13 · Guide shipping
Jun 6, 2026 · 8 min read

Used Excavator Shipping: FOB vs CIF vs DDP Explained (with Real Numbers)

FOB vs CIF vs DDP for used excavator shipping from China — what each Incoterm includes, hidden costs, when to use each, real freight numbers to common destinations.

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Cat 320 vs Komatsu PC200: Honest Comparison for Used Buyers (2026)
14 · Guide comparison
Jun 5, 2026 · 4 min read

Cat 320 vs Komatsu PC200: Honest Comparison for Used Buyers (2026)

Choosing between a used Cat 320 and a used Komatsu PC200? Real-world differences in fuel economy, parts availability, resale value, and operating cost for export buyers.

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Used Excavator Inspection Checklist: 50-Point Field Guide for International Buyers
15 · Guide inspection
Jun 5, 2026 · 9 min read

Used Excavator Inspection Checklist: 50-Point Field Guide for International Buyers

A practical 50-point inspection checklist for buying a used excavator from China or any export market. Engine, hydraulics, undercarriage, cab — what to actually check, common red flags, when to walk away.

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How to Import a Used Excavator to the Philippines: 2026 Complete Guide
16 · Guide philippines
Jun 5, 2026 · 9 min read

How to Import a Used Excavator to the Philippines: 2026 Complete Guide

Step-by-step guide to importing a used excavator from China to the Philippines — port choice (Manila / Cebu / Davao), BoC clearance, customs duty, payment terms, and total landed cost worked example.

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How to Import a Used Excavator to Nigeria: 2026 Complete Guide
17 · Guide nigeria
Jun 5, 2026 · 5 min read

How to Import a Used Excavator to Nigeria: 2026 Complete Guide

Step-by-step guide to importing a used excavator from China to Nigeria — SONCAP, Form M, customs duties, port choice, total landed cost. Real numbers from real shipments.

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