Hyundai Announces the HX19e — Its First Battery Electric Mini Excavator
Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe is entering the electric mini excavator market. The company just announced the launch of its first battery electric mini excavator — the HX19e — at bauma 2025. Hyundai’s new mini excavator weighs in at 5,062 lbs (2,296 kg) when equipped with a full cab and large capacity battery pack. According to Hyundai, the HX19e is a great option for urban utilities, landscaping and gardening, tunnel and basement excavation and for many local authority tasks, such as cemeteries and sports facilities.
Customers can choose between 32- and 40-kWh lithium-ion battery packs for the HX19e. Hyundai said the 40-kWh battery will allow customers to work for over 10 hours between charges. The mini excavator features a Type 2 connector so customers can use existing EV charging infrastructure.
Hyundai’s press release further detailed charging options:
The intelligent on-board charging unit can be used with 110V or 230V supply, offering a full recharge time of just 4.8 hours for the smaller 32-kWh battery and six hours for the 40 kWh. The HX19e is also equipped with a REMA DIN 320 connector, that permits rapid charging when 380V and 44V supply is available. In this case, a full recharge can take as little as 2 hours for the smaller battery and 2.5 hours for the larger model.
Hyundai explained that the batteries in the HX19e power a 13-kW electric motor, that in turn drives an open center hydraulic system. The new electric model boasts similar performance to Hyundai’s diesel-powered HX19A mini excavator, as well as the same 16-kN bucket breakout force. Other specs include a 9.4-kN dipper arm breakout force, maximum digging depth of 2,340 mm and maximum digging reach of 3,940 mm.
The HX19e comes standard with a five-year Hi-Mate subscription — making fleet management more effective and helping to reduce operating costs.
More on the HX19e
The X19e comes standard with biodegradable Panolin VG46 hydraulic oil. Hyundai said this reduces the risk of contamination in the event of spills. Another perk of the HX19e is reduced service and maintenance costs when compared to a diesel model.
Here are some additional features, per Hyundai’s press release:
Hyundai will offer the machine with just four selectable options. This will include a choice of cab or canopy, plus the two battery capacities. All models will have a high standard specification, including safety valves on the main boom, dipper arm and dozer blade hydraulic cylinders. Two-way auxiliary hydraulic piping allows the machine to be used with a range of attachments and there are hydraulics for an optional quick coupler. The HX19e is also equipped with LED booms lights and rotating beacon, an MP3 radio with USB connectivity and an operator’s seat with mechanical suspension.
Pam Kleineke is managing editor of Compact Equipment.
