Comparison · Excavator
SANY SY500H vs Volvo EC480E
The SANY SY500H is about 6% heavier than the Volvo EC480E (52,500 vs 49,400 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.
The SANY SY500H has about 6% more engine power (298 kW (400 hp) vs 280 kW (375 hp)).
Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for SANY and Volvo Construction Equipment in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.
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| Operating weight | 52,500 kg (115,700 lb) | 49,400 kg (108,900 lb) |
| Engine power | 298 kW (400 hp) | 280 kW (375 hp) |
| Rated power | 298 kW (400 hp) at 2,100 rpm | — |
| Max. digging depth | 8.26 m (27 ft 1 in) | ≈7.82 m (25 ft 8 in) |
| Bucket breakout force | 275 kN (61,822 lbf) | — |
| Engine | Cummins QSG12, 11.8 L | Volvo D13J, 13 L, six cylinders |
| Emissions | US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (market dependent) | US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage IV–V |
| Transport length | ≈12.1 m (39 ft 10 in) | — |
| Transport width | 3.63 m (11 ft 11 in) | — |
| Transport height | ≈3.76–3.86 m (12 ft 4 in–12 ft 8 in) | — |
| Engine power | — | ≈277–283 kW (371–380 hp), by market and model year |
| Breakout force | — | ≈230 kN (51,615 lbf) |
| Fuel tank | — | ≈680 L (179.7 US gal) |
| Hydraulic tank | — | ≈270 L (71.4 US gal) |
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| Full SY500H review | Full EC480E review |
Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.