pyöräkaivukone
Pyöräkaivukone is a Finnish term for a mobile excavator that is mounted on a small wheel‑based chassis. The machine combines the excavation capabilities of a traditional backhoe or jack‑hammer with the mobility of a small tracked or wheeled vehicle. Because the entire excavator assembly is self‑propelled, the operator can reposition the unit quickly without the need for a separate truck or crane. This makes pyöräkaivukone popular for small to medium construction sites, landscaping projects, and municipal maintenance work where a full‑size excavator would be too large or costly.
The design usually includes a hydraulic arm driven by a diesel or electric engine. The arm is
Historically, the concept developed in the 1970s in response to the need for compact equipment capable of