Why You Need the Link-Belt 170 X4S Excavator for Your Next Construction Project

Link-Belt general manager of marketing Chris Wise provides an overview of the 170 X4S and its benefits for contractors requiring heavy lifting, digging and versatility in the field.

November 22, 2023

Thanks to a new 120-hp Yanmar diesel engine, the Link-Belt 170 X4S excavator is capable of handling the toughest jobs on construction sites. The precision-grade ready machine features a 69% improvement in engine torque and more hydraulic flow.

Operators can easily view the surrounding work area from the cab via the WAVES wide-angle camera system. An optional heavy counterweight offers additional stability during use.

X4S Excavator Features

Pilot control system

Motion stability control software

Trimble software-readiness

Newly designed, full-size spacious cab

10-in. portrait positioned machine monitor

Dual-band modem

Flow control adjustability from monitor for multiple uses

Operator station ergonomics

Free swing on arm

Joystick button customization

Undercarriage, maintenance and power are unchanged from previous models

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