Importing Excavators via Alibaba comparison with local purchase

.  Computation

     Unit                        Kubota                                        Sany                                       Komatsu

     $                             5,000                                         3,500                                       $8,000

    Php                    300,000                                     210,000                                     480,000

+     Shipping

 Low                        150,000                                      150,000                                       150,000

Cost                         450,000                                       360,000                                       630,000

High  shipping       200,000                                         200,000                                       200,000

                               500,000                                         410,000                                       680,000

Price at Lubao        700,000                                        xxxxxxx                                       800,000 with breaker

Their margin       200,000                                       xxxxxx                                           120,000

Is it worth the risk to get the dealers margin?

On Wed, Dec 31, 2025 at 5:22 PM Jorge Saguinsin <jorge@holygardens.ph> wrote:

It could be that we can save more.  The latest Kubota, that are compatible with our needs and we know Kubota to be reliable could only cost  say $5,000 x 60 =   P300,000

1   Excavator cost at Alibaba

       KubotA U 40 $5000

      Sany 3.5 tons $3,500

 

      Komatsu PC 30 - $8,000

 

2.  Shipping cost

For a 3.5-ton excavator shipping from 

China

 to the 

Philippines

 in 2025, the total shipping fee typically ranges from ₱80,000 to ₱230,000 ($1,400 to $4,000 USD), depending on the service level and whether customs duties are included. 

Estimated Shipping Costs (Sea Freight)

Costs vary significantly based on whether you choose a door-to-door (DDP) service or standard freight:

• All-In / DDP (Recommended for individuals): Many forwarders offer "All-In" rates that include customs duties, taxes, and documentation.
  • By Weight: For overweight cargo exceeding 400-410 kg/CBM, rates are roughly ₱22.50 to ₱25.00 per kg. For a 3,500 kg (3.5 ton) excavator, this calculates to approximately ₱78,750 to ₱87,500.
  • By Volume (CBM): If charged by volume, rates start at ₱8,000 to ₱10,000 per cubic meter.
• Full Container Load (FCL): If you rent a private 20ft container:
  • Port-to-Port Freight: Approximately $436 to $1,200 (₱25,500 to ₱70,000) for the ocean freight alone.
  • DDP FCL: A 20ft container with all taxes and duties prepaid ranges from $2,500 to $3,500 (₱145,000 to ₱205,000). 

Additional Estimated Fees

If your shipping quote is "Port-to-Port" only, you must account for these separate costs:

• Customs & Brokerage: $150 – $600 per shipment.
• Port Handling: $300 – $600 per container.
• Insurance: Generally 1% to 2% of the equipment's value.
• Packing/Crating: $300 – $800 to secure the machine for transport. 

Actionable Links for Quotes

To get a precise quote for 2025, use these tools and providers:

• CargoBoss Rate Calculator – For all-inclusive CBM or weight-based sea freight from China.
• Sino Shipping Guide – For updated monthly container and LCL rates.
• Boxed Up Logistics (FB) – Popular for machinery and bulk imports to the Philippines. 

PC 40 specs excavator to make our digging for interment faster and easier

Providing outstanding amazing values through process clarity and improvement 

We have all ready acquired an excavator for Holy Angels.   The excavator has shown its effectiveness, being able to dig a burial hole in 30 minutes.  Roberto has all ready learned how to operate the excavator.    By this week or next week, we will take delivery of  one for La Union (in lieu of HGGMP for lack of qualified staff to handle the equipment.  Lack of interest of most senior staff)

Komatsu PC 40 specs

Engine Specifications

Engine Model	Komatsu 4D84E-3FA
Engine Type	4-Cycle, Water-Cooled, Direct Injection
Displacement	2.19 liters (133.6 cubic inches)
Net Power	37.5 kW (50.2 hp) @ 2,200 rpm
Gross Power	39.1 kW (52.4 hp) @ 2,200 rpm

Operating Specifications

• Operating Weight: 4,200 kg (9,260 lbs)
• Bucket Capacity: 0.14 – 0.32 m³ (0.18 – 0.42 yd³)
• Max Digging Depth: 3,780 mm (12 ft 5 in)
• Max Dumping Height: 4,240 mm (13 ft 11 in)
• Max Digging Reach: 6,340 mm (20 ft 10 in)
• Max Digging Height: 6,370 mm (20 ft 11 in)

Performance Specifications

Travel Speed	2.7 mph (4.3 km/h)
Swing Speed	9.3 rpm
Arm Crowd Force	24.5 kN (5,507 lbf)
Bucket Digging Force	38.5 kN (8,662 lbf)
Gradeability	30°

Dimensions

• Overall Length: 5,450 mm (17 ft 11 in)
• Overall Width: 1,960 mm (6 ft 5 in) - can be loaded into mini DT for travel
• Overall Height: 2,560 mm (8 ft 5 in)
• Ground Clearance: 350 mm (1 ft 2 in)
• Track Shoe Width: 400 mm (16 in)
• Track Length on Ground: 1,980 mm (6 ft 6 in)

Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	80 liters (21.1 gallons)
Hydraulic System Capacity	70 liters (18.5 gallons)
Engine Oil Capacity	8.5 liters (2.2 gallons)
Cooling System Capacity	10 liters (2.6 gallons)

The Komatsu PC 40 is a reliable and efficient excavator that delivers impressive performance on various job sites. With its powerful engine, versatile capabilities, and robust construction, it is a valuable asset for any construction or excavation project. Whether you need to dig, lift, or load, the PC 40 is designed to handle it all with ease.

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Process: Digging with backhoe for burial training

Providing outstanding amazing values through process clarity and improvement

Basic control:

You can only operate the control if you push down the parking brake assembly

1.  Front foot and hand control:   forward, backward motion of track.  Left, the unit turns right,  right, the unit turns left

2.  Joystick right:   the nearest  arm, goes forward if pushed forward, retracts if drawn downward... Right push the bucket clams inward, left, the bucket releases

3.  Joystick left.    for the stick (farthest folding part of the arm)     Pushing the joystick pushes the stick forward, backward, the stick comes in.   Push to right, the cab turns right,  push to left, the cab turns left

4.  Foot control -  turns the arm left or right

5.  Blade   for better balance control   Blade control -  lever on right.   Push down, the blade goes down, pulls backward, the blade goes back

      Have blade in front and push a little bit down to gain stability,  This scheme protects the machine

      More power and balance if the blade is at the back...

    Reach of pc 20 is 2500 mm, digging depth is 1900 mm.   PC 35 can dig 2355 mm, and reach is 3000 mm.   PC 35 can be better.   Although costs P300

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