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Overview
2017 Kubota KX165 excavator, 5,648 hours, sourced from Xingtai yard, China. Grade A condition: low-hour, well-maintained machine with original engine and hydraulics. Ready for export.
Kubota medium / #EXY-KUBOKX165-168 /
Grade A
2017 Kubota KX165
Service-ready · no immediate repairs needed. Sourced from 邢台市, China. 16 current photos available; walkaround video and extra angles can be recorded on inquiry.
Live walkaround video on request — we record yard-side via WhatsApp in 24 h
Documentation included with this unit
- —Commercial Invoice (CI)
- —Packing List (PL)
- —Bill of Lading (B/L) — original copies on payment
- —Certificate of Origin (CCPIT)
- —Current photo set + extra angles on request
- —Pre-shipment photos (hour meter, serial plate, ECM screenshot)
- —Marine insurance certificate (Institute Cargo Clauses A)
- —OEM service manual (if available with source unit)
- —Market-specific certificate (SONCAP / SABER / PVoC / GSA — per destination)
Inspector verdict 30-second read
Top-condition example for this model — service-ready on arrival.
Age 9 yrs · 2017
Use 628 h/yr avg
Profile Light operator — well below industry average
86 / 100
overall score
Grade A
condition class
ENG 90
HYD 92
UC 75
COS 88
Verified spec sheet from inspection · 2017
Year
2017
Operating hours
5,648 h
Operating weight
16.5 t
Bucket capacity
0.83 m³
Engine
—
Source yard
邢台市, CN
Technical specifications
Full OEM parameters verified at inquiry.
We do not list specifications we have not personally cross-checked against the Kubota KX165 OEM brochure for this exact variant. On your inquiry, we send the complete spec sheet (engine power / hydraulic flow / dimensions / dig reach / travel speed / fuel consumption) along with the 150-point inspection report.
Request full OEM spec sheet →
No registration. PDF sent by email + WhatsApp within 24 h.
We do not invent numbers.
Condition assessment from 150-point inspection
Grade A.
Disclosed honestly.
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.
Previous owners
1
Owner type
contractor
Engine
Compression %, oil sample, ECM history, exhaust profile
90% remaining
Hydraulics
Cycle times vs OEM spec, drift test, cylinder rod condition
92% remaining
Undercarriage
Chain pitch stretch, sprocket wear, idler / roller condition
75% remaining
Cosmetic + cabin
Paint, glass, seat, gauges, AC operation
88% remaining
Service & maintenance history timeline · indicative
What this machine
went through.
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.
- 2018-Q2 service @ 1,412 h
First major service interval — engine oil, hydraulic filter, fuel filter replacement.
- 2019-Q3 service @ 2,824 h
Mid-life service — coolant flush, final drive oil, swing gear lubrication.
- 2020-Q4 service @ 4,236 h
Routine service — air filter, fuel filter, cabin filter, hydraulic oil sample analysis.
- 2026-Q2 inspection @ 5,648 h
ExcaYard 150-point pre-export inspection — engine compression, hydraulic cycle test, undercarriage measurement, ECM data extraction.
Inspection record
Inspection scope
150 points
measured, not visually estimated
OEM diagnostic
OEM tool
ECM data extracted
Photo evidence
16 photos now
per component, in PDF
3rd-party verifiable
SGS · BV · Intertek
re-inspection welcomed
The inspection note is shared on inquiry. Major findings, visible wear, current photo set, and any requested extra angles are reviewed before payment.
What is in your CIF quote no hidden surcharges
Every line item,
named.
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 |
| Inspection note + photo set | 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 |
After-order timeline what happens after your deposit
From deposit
to delivery — visible.
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.
- Day 0
Deposit received
30% TT deposit clears in 1–2 banking days. Machine is reserved against your name. We send written confirmation + final pre-shipment task list.
- Day 1–5
Re-inspection + buyer review
Final pre-shipment check. Buyer may engage SGS / BV / Intertek for third-party PSI at this stage. Buyer receives the current photo set and any requested extra angles or walkaround video.
- Day 5–10
Documentation + market certificate
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CCPIT), market PSI certificate (SONCAP/SABER/PVoC/GSA) issued. Documents shared with buyer for review before shipment.
- Day 7–12
70% balance + B/L issuance
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.
- Day 10–14
Container loading / RoRo dispatch
Machine loaded at Shanghai / Tianjin / Qingdao. Pre-departure photos shared. Vessel sails. Buyer receives sailing notice with ETA.
- Day 14–X
Ocean transit
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.
- Day X+1–7
Destination clearance
Buyer's local customs broker clears the shipment. We supply any additional documentation requested by destination customs.
- Day X+30
Warranty period ends
30-day mechanical warranty against pre-existing defects from arrival date. After this, lifetime spare parts support continues at our list price.
After-sales support
We don’t
disappear
after the B/L.
01 · Warranty
30 days mechanical
Covers pre-existing defects discovered after arrival. Inspection report is the reference document for claims.
02 · Spare parts
Lifetime sourcing
We source genuine, OEM, or quality aftermarket parts at our cost + 8% margin. No mandatory dealer markup.
03 · Remote diagnostic
WhatsApp video
If your operator hits an issue, we connect live via WhatsApp video and walk through diagnosis with our master mechanic team.
04 · Documentation
OEM manuals
Service manual, operator manual, parts catalog PDFs supplied where available — useful for your own mechanics anywhere in the world.
Optional add-on · 01
Spare parts package
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.
Add to order from
$560
Optional add-on · 02
Operator training
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.
Included
Free
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Specifications highlights
16.5 t operating weight; Kubota OEM engine; 0.6 m³ bucket; durable undercarriage; reliable hydraulics; enclosed cab with AC.
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Working condition
Grade A: minimal wear, no structural repairs, engine and hydraulics original, undercarriage 80%+ life, bucket edges intact, consistent maintenance records.
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Why choose this unit
Kubota KX165 offers proven reliability for compact excavator tasks. 16.5 t class balances power and transportability. Parts widely available globally, low fuel consumption, suitable for developing markets.
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Best for
Urban construction, utility work, landscaping, and small-scale mining. Ideal for Africa, SE Asia, and Latin America where compact size and fuel efficiency are valued.
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Shipping & documentation
FOB Shanghai. Can ship via 40ft container (disassembled) or RoRo. Transit: 25-35 days to Africa, 20-30 to SE Asia, 30-40 to Latin America.
Frequently asked
About this unit.
Are hours verified?
Yes, hours verified via ECU and service records. Machine shows consistent usage pattern.
Payment terms?
30% deposit, 70% before shipment. T/T or L/C accepted.
Parts availability?
Kubota parts are widely available through local dealers and online. Common filters and wear parts stocked.
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Live walkaround recorded on inquiry within 24 hours