1.5 Ton Mini Excavator
The RT15 is a top-tier mini excavator engineered to maximize your productivity through advanced hydraulic mastery. By inte-grating a sophisticated Variable Piston Pump and a Load-Sensing Valve system, the RT15 delivers silky-smooth simultaneous movements and exceptional operator comfort. Whether for landscaping, trenching, or urban construction, this compact powerhouse intelligently optimizes flow and pressure to cut fuel costs while boosting breakout force—ensuring the fastest cycle times and the highest return on your investment.
Derette RT15 is a 1.5 ton compact mini excavator built for tight-space construction, landscaping and renovation jobs. It comes with boom side swing and hydraulic retractable undercarriage. Buyers can choose Kubota D902 or Yanmar 374F engine. Equipped with variable piston pump hydraulic system, ergonomic operator cabin and quick attachment coupler. This small digger delivers reliable performance and great flexibility for contractors and rental businesses.
Product Advantages
1. Boom Side Swing
The boom side swing design is optimized for confined sites. It supports parallel digging close to walls and building foundations, boosting versatility in tight working environments.
2. Ergonomic Cabin Design
Spacious cabin with adjustable seat and intuitive control layout. It greatly reduces operator fatigue during long hours of continuous operation.
3. Retractable Undercarriage
Hydraulic retractable tracks shrink to 1020mm width to pass narrow 1.1-meter gates, and extend to 1270mm. The widened track base provides solid stability during high-reach digging work.
4. Hidden 2-Speed Travel Motor
Dual speed travel motors deliver 2.2 km/h and 4.3 km/h travel speed. The hidden structure protects motors from rocks and debris, minimizing downtime on rough terrains.
5. Quick Attachment Change
Fitted with quick coupler for fast switching between buckets, breakers, augers and other attachments. Easily convert this single machine into a multi-purpose workhorse.
Product Parameters
| Key Specifications | Metric | U.S. |
Operating Weight | 1500 Kg | 3307 Lb |
Bucket Capacity | 0.04 m³ | 1.413 ft³ |
Dimensions(ADE) | 3350*1020(1270)*3330 mm | 131.9*40.2(50)*131.1 in |
Wheelbase | 1180 mm | 46.5 in |
Travel Speed | 2.2 / 4.3 km/h | 1.37 / 2.67 mph |
Bucket Digging Force | 16 kN | 3596.93 lbf |
Arm Digging Force | 9.5 kN | 2135.68 lbf |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 5.02 gal |
Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity | 20 L | 5.28 gal |
Engine | ||
Engine Model | Kubota D902 or Yanmar 374F | Kubota D902 or Yanmar 374F |
Rated Power | 11.8 kW | 16 Hp |
Rated Speed | 2300 rpm | 2300 rpm |
Displacement | 0.898 L | 0.237 gal |
Type | Three-cylinder direct injection | Three-cylinder direct injection |
Dimensions | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 5.9 in |
Tail Swing Radius | 650 mm | 25.6 in |
Bucket Width | 430 mm | 16.3 in |
Counterweight Ground Clearance | 420 mm | 16.5 in |
Working Range | ||
Maximum Digging Height | 2900 mm | 114.2 in |
Maximum Dumping Height | 1950 mm | 76.8 in |
Maximum Digging Depth | 2200 mm | 86.6 in |
Maximum Digging Radius | 3650 mm | 143.7 in |
Minimum Swing Radius Of Working Device | 1600 mm | 63 in |
Max Lifting Height Of Bulldozer | 150 mm | 5.9 in |
Hydraulic System | ||
Rated Working Flow | 41.4 L/min | 10.94 gpm |
Type | Variable Piston Pump | Variable Piston Pump |
Product Applications
Residential Construction & Foundation Trenching
Ideal for small foundation works, backfilling and site preparation. Retractable tracks can easily go through narrow gates and driveways.
Landscaping & Garden Renovation
Perfect for tree pit digging, yard grading, pond building and garden reshaping. Boom side swing works neatly beside walls and fences.
Utility Pipeline Installation
Suitable for water pipe, cable and sewer trenching in residential areas and compact job sites.
Indoor & Small Demolition Projects
Pair with hydraulic breaker for concrete demolition, patio removal and building renovation work.
Farm & Orchard Maintenance
Great for irrigation channel digging, land leveling and farm road repair. Compact size moves freely between fruit trees.




