Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.
RBT series hydraulic excavators
Mid-size excavators adapted for remote operation and automation, sold with a remote control (released May 2024).
20 t and 30 t class.
Price on request
At a glance
Specifications
The maker does not publish specifications for this model yet.
What it does
Where it works
About the maker
- Based in
- Japan
- Status
- Active
- Sold in
- Not found on the maker's site
- Rental or as a service
- Not found
Facts from the maker’s own website (hitachicm.com), last checked 2026-11-02.
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Buyer’s guide: autonomous excavators and earthmoving
How they work
Kits add GPS, lidar and a control computer to existing machines; the site plan tells the machine where to dig, push or compact.
What to check before buying
- Which machine brands it fits
- Remote supervision setup
- Safety rules for driverless machines on site