Key Advantages of the All-New Hyundai HX340HD (33-ton Class, China IV Emission Standard Heavy-Duty Excavator)
The HX340HD is a 34-ton model in the Hyundai HX series, primarily designed for earthmoving, rock loading, mining, and heavy-duty earthmoving. The “HD” designation represents a domestically enhanced heavy-duty version. Compared to the older R335/340-9S, and competitors like the Sany 335 and Komatsu 330, its advantages lie in five key areas: power and fuel efficiency, structural durability, maintenance costs, handling comfort, and emission compliance.
I. Ample Power, High Torque at Low Speeds, High Loading Efficiency and Fuel Savings
Self-developed HM8.3 Six-Cylinder Diesel Engine (China IV Emission Standard)
Rated power 194kW (260 hp), peak torque of 1150 N·m available at 1300 rpm, providing strong low-speed power. For digging hard soil, rocks, and heavy-duty lifting, high speeds are unnecessary, ensuring ample power.
Three adjustable power modes (P Heavy Load / S Standard / E Economy)
P Mode: Full power output for mining hammering and hard rock excavation;
E Mode: For earthmoving work, fuel consumption is reduced by up to 9% compared to the older 9S series, with hourly fuel consumption of 22-26L for earthmoving loading, ranking among the best fuel-efficient Japanese and Korean engines of the same tonnage;
Faster loading cycle, shorter time to fill a truck with earth, and higher daily earthmoving output.
Equipped with a complete Euro IV after-treatment system (DOC+DPF+SCR), allowing operation at all construction sites and mines nationwide without environmental restrictions.





