Kobelco amphibious excavator to tame FNQ wetlands
The purpose-built excavator has been manufactured by Brisvegas Machinery for Ezyquip Hire, complete with a hulking Finnish undercarriageBrisvegas Machinery has delivered a highly specialised Kobelco SK200-10 excavator, fitted with a Remu E22 amphibious track set, to long-standing partner Ezyquip Hire.
The purpose-built machine will be tasked with operating in the challenging terrain of Weipa in Far North Queensland, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two companies.
Manufactured in Finland, the Remu E22 undercarriage transforms the Kobelco SK200-10 into versatile solution for swamp, wetland and shallow water environments.
The Big Float system features wide pontoons and hydraulically extendable tracks, offering superior stability and mobility in soft terrain. Remu’s amphibious undercarriages are globally recognised for their performance in dredging, environmental restoration and waterway maintenance.
The SK200-10, which is now en route to its deployment site, has been customised with an extended boom and stick, providing additional reach for aquatic work. The bucket will primarily be used to manoeuvre the machine through water, swamp, and dam environments – an innovative adaptation tailored to the conditions in Weipa.
Nick Darcy, the National Business Development Manager at Ezyquip, worked closely with Kane Bennett, Managing Director of Brisvegas Machinery, to bring the SK200-10 amphibious project to life.
“This project is a great example of what can be achieved when trust, innovation, and strong relationships come together,” said Bennett. “The partnership between Brisvegas and Ezyquip goes beyond business – it’s built on years of collaboration, mutual respect, delivering a machine this unique is a proud moment for our team.”
Ezyquip Hire has been a part of Australia’s civil and mining sectors since 2008 with its plant and equipment hire solutions.
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