Mechanically sound · cosmetic wear disclosed. Sourced from Tianjin, China. 150-point inspection PDF + 80–120 photos available on inquiry.
Below are manufacturer-published nominal specifications. Actual measured values for this unit are in the inspection report. We verify all critical values against the machine on inspection.
We grade by measured fact, not by hope. The bars show our inspector's estimate of remaining service life per major system. Detailed wear photos and OEM-tool readouts are in the inspection report.
The timeline below traces this unit’s known service events. Where source-yard records are incomplete, we reconstruct typical service intervals based on hour count — and disclose this transparently.
First major service interval — engine oil, hydraulic filter, fuel filter replacement.
Mid-life service — coolant flush, final drive oil, swing gear lubrication.
Routine service — air filter, fuel filter, cabin filter, hydraulic oil sample analysis.
ExcaYard 150-point pre-export inspection — engine compression, hydraulic cycle test, undercarriage measurement, ECM data extraction.
The 150-point inspection report is the primary trust document for this purchase. It is shared as a PDF on inquiry — no registration, no gated download. Major findings, wear measurements, ECM screenshots, and the grading decision are all visible.
Some exporters quote low CIF then add discovery fees, doc fees, handling fees, lashing surcharges. Our CIF is the total — only port-side destination charges (controlled by your local broker, not us) are extra.
| Cost component | In CIF | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EXW yard price | Yes | Machine purchase |
| Inland trucking to port | Yes | Yard → Shanghai / Tianjin / Qingdao |
| Container loading / RoRo handling | Yes | Lashing, surveyor fees |
| Ocean freight | Yes | COSCO / MSC / Höegh |
| Marine insurance ICC(A) | Yes | PICC / Ping An · 0.4–0.6% |
| Certificate of origin (CCPIT) | Yes | English default |
| 150-point inspection PDF | Yes | Pre-shipment |
| Market PSI (SONCAP / SABER / PVoC / GSA) | Yes | Where regulation requires |
| Destination port handling | No | Buyer's broker |
| Import duty + VAT | No | Per local customs |
| Inland trucking to site | No | Local logistics |
Cross-border purchases fail when customers don’t know what’s happening. Our standard timeline below tells you the exact sequence — and what you can verify at each step.
30% TT deposit clears in 1–2 banking days. Machine is reserved against your name. We send written confirmation + final pre-shipment task list.
Final pre-shipment inspection. Buyer may engage SGS / BV / Intertek for third-party PSI at this stage (buyer's cost ~$400–700). Buyer receives full 150-point report PDF + 80–120 photos.
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CCPIT), market PSI certificate (SONCAP/SABER/PVoC/GSA) issued. Documents shared with buyer for review before shipment.
Buyer pays remaining 70% TT (or LC at sight presents documents). On payment clearance, original Bill of Lading is couriered to buyer's nominated address.
Machine loaded at Shanghai / Tianjin / Qingdao. Pre-departure photos shared. Vessel sails. Buyer receives sailing notice with ETA.
Transit varies by port: 8–12 d Vladivostok, 12–15 d Manila, 22–25 d Jebel Ali, 28–32 d Lagos, 35–40 d Callao. Live vessel tracking link provided.
Buyer's local customs broker clears the shipment. We supply any additional documentation requested by destination customs.
30-day mechanical warranty against pre-existing defects from arrival date. After this, lifetime spare parts support continues at our list price.
Covers pre-existing defects discovered after arrival. Inspection report is the reference document for claims.
We source genuine, OEM, or quality aftermarket parts at our cost + 8% margin. No mandatory dealer markup.
If your operator hits an issue, we connect live via WhatsApp video and walk through diagnosis with our master mechanic team.
Service manual, operator manual, parts catalog PDFs supplied where available — useful for your own mechanics anywhere in the world.
Engine oil + filter set, hydraulic filter set, fuel filter set, air filter set, cabin filter, common O-ring kit, bucket pin/bushing spare pair, 6-month routine consumables.
45-minute walkthrough video covering controls, daily checks, common operator errors, and basic maintenance. Subtitled English / Russian / Spanish / Arabic / French / Portuguese. Remote-only at this time.
2017 Caterpillar 330D, the 31-tonne workhorse of the D-series, sourced from a Tianjin port-area contractor with 7,800 hours of mixed earthmoving and port-cargo support work. The 330D is the global standard for the 30-tonne class — used everywhere from Lagos quarries to Manila infrastructure to Peruvian mining-support fleets.
Cat C9 ACERT engine, 1.4m³ general-purpose bucket, 31-tonne operating weight, heavy-duty undercarriage at approximately 60% remaining life. The C9 is one of Cat's most-respected mid-tier diesels, with global parts availability and a strong reliability track record.
Grade B. Mechanically sound — engine starts cold without smoke, hydraulics tested under full load with no leaks. Cosmetic wear consistent with port-area work: paint scratches on the boom and arm, one cabin door dent (functional), seat cushion shows wear. One swing motor seal replaced in 2024 (documented). Detailed condition photos in the inspection PDF.
The 330D occupies a sweet spot: heavier than the 320 class for serious earthmoving, but light enough to ship in a 40HQ container with the arm removed. Parts are available globally through any Cat dealer. For buyers stepping up from a 20-tonne machine, the 330D is the natural next purchase.
Quarry operations, port and infrastructure work, mid-scale mining-support, large foundation excavation. Strong markets: Nigeria, Kenya (Mombasa port work), Indonesia (Kalimantan coal), Peru (smaller mining operations), UAE construction.
Available FOB Shanghai or Tianjin. Container possible at 31 tonnes with boom and arm removed; RoRo is more economical at this size. Transit: Lagos 30 days, Mombasa 24 days, Jakarta 16 days, Callao 38 days.
At 60% remaining, plan for approximately $8,000-12,000 in track chains and components within the next 2,000-3,000 working hours. We can source these parts and ship with the machine on request.
Original Cat service manual (paper), inspection report PDF with photos, swing motor seal replacement invoice, and CCPIT certificate of origin. Customs documentation prepared per your destination market.
