Ashmoors R15 Mini Excavator
Ashmoors UK specification, preparation and support · Manufactured by RIPPA
The 1.5T all-rounder.
The 1.5-tonne all-rounder for British sites.
- Operating weight
- 1,532 kg
- Machine weight
- 1,440 kg
- Max power
- 10.2 kW
- Max digging depth
- 1,807 mm
Ashmoors price
From £10,250 + VAT
£12,300 inc. VAT at 20%
Included in this price
- Genuine Kubota D722 3-cylinder engine
- Upgraded glass cab with heater
- 3 buckets included — grading, 18in digging, 12in trenching
- Hydraulic quick hitch and thumb clamp fitted
- Expanding tracks, blade extensions, 2-speed tracking
- Full UK pre-delivery inspection at our UK depot
- 12-month parts warranty, claims handled for you in the UK
- Collection from our UK depot or tracked UK delivery
Indicative price for the standard UK specification. Final quotation confirms attachments, delivery and any options.
Supplied fully assembled & UK workshop tested
No import logistics, port fees or assembly required. Backed by a 12-month UK parts warranty.
Overview
Made for the way British contractors actually work.
The R15 ECO is our go-to 1.5-tonne recommendation — for good reason. Kubota D722 power, a stable undercarriage and a work envelope big enough for domestic groundworks, garden builds and small-site trenching, yet still trailerable behind a proper 4x4.
Two-speed tracks, four-way auxiliary lines with quick couplers, and a control layout that lets a competent operator get productive in an afternoon.
Ashmoors specifies, inspects and prepares this machine for the UK market, supplies it and remains responsible for its UK warranty, parts, servicing and technical support. It is manufactured by RIPPA under its original model code.
Best for
- Landscaping
- Domestic groundworks
- Fencing, drainage, footings
Specifications
The numbers, plainly.
Request the technical datasheet, weights and dimensioned drawings with your quote.
Request full spec sheetEngineered detail
Where the R15 earns its keep.
01
Kubota D722 power
Three-cylinder, water-cooled diesel producing 10.2 kW. Proven Kubota reliability, low fuel burn and easy parts availability from any UK Kubota engine agent.
02
Two-speed travel
Switch between low-speed torque for grading and high-speed travel for site-to-site movement without leaving the seat.
03
Four-way quick-coupler hydraulics
Independent oil circuits and quick connectors for hydraulic thumb, hydraulic hitch and powered attachments. Change a breaker for a compactor in under a minute.
04
Ashmoors UK support
Ashmoors remains your UK point of contact for warranty, servicing, parts and technical support throughout ownership.
Compatible attachments
One machine, endless jobs.
Compare in class
The R15, next to its siblings.
Side-by-side headline specifications for the nearest machines in the mini excavators range. Full comparison sheets and dimensioned drawings sent with any quote.
| Specification | 1.5T R15 | 0.6T R06 | 1.0T R10 | 1.3T R13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,532 kg | 739 kg | 1,142 kg | 1,323 kg |
| Engine | Kubota D722 | Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW | Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW | Kubota D722 diesel, 10.2 kW |
| Max digging depth | 1,807 mm | 1,001 mm | 1,833 mm | 2,044 mm |
| Transport width | — | 747 mm (retractable undercarriage) | — | — |
| Aux hydraulics | 4-way with quick couplers | — | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | Four-way, quick-coupler ready |
| Machine weight | 1,440 kg | — | — | — |
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FAQs
Questions we hear a lot.
Not seeing yours? Request a callback — discuss the job directly with our UK team.
What engine is fitted to the R15?+
The Ashmoors R15 Mini Excavator is fitted with a Kubota D722, as published in the manufacturer's specification. The full specification table on this page lists every confirmed figure for the machine.
What does the R15 weigh, and can it be towed in the UK?+
The R15 is quoted at 1,532 kg. Add the tare weight of your plant trailer, typically 700-800 kg for a braked 3.5-tonne trailer, to get the towed weight, then check that total against your trailer plate, your towing vehicle's limits and your licence entitlement before travelling. Machines above roughly 8 tonnes are delivered by low-loader instead.
How deep does the R15 dig?+
Maximum digging depth for the R15 is 1,807 mm. If your job has a fixed depth requirement — drainage runs, foundations or service trenches — tell us the depth and we will confirm whether this machine reaches it or point you to the next class up.
What warranty does the R15 come with?+
Every R15 comes with a 12-month parts warranty, with warranty claims handled for you in the UK by Ashmoors. The engine also carries the engine manufacturer's own warranty, and extended cover can be quoted on request. Full terms are confirmed in writing with your order.
How quickly can the R15 be delivered?+
Machines are held in stock in the UK. Mainland UK delivery is typically 3–5 working days from cleared payment, fully insured, and we confirm a delivery day with you in advance. Highlands, islands and Northern Ireland are arranged on request.
Are spare parts held in the UK?+
Contact Ashmoors with the R15 serial number and required part. We will confirm compatibility, availability and delivery before you order.
Can I finance the R15?+
Finance options may include hire purchase and finance lease through UK-regulated funders. Terms and monthly figures depend on the machine, deposit, term and applicant status.
Do I need a CPCS ticket to operate this machine?+
Operator ticketing requirements depend on the site, insurance and duty. For most domestic and light-commercial work the R15 does not legally require CPCS, but many hire firms and main contractors will still require an appropriate ticket. Speak to your site's health & safety lead.
What attachments fit the R15?+
General purpose bucket, Grading bucket, Trenching bucket, Hydraulic breaker, Auger, Rake, Hydraulic thumb — plus most common auxiliary-hydraulic attachments sized for the class.
Where can I compare the R15 against other mini excavators?+
Every machine in the Mini Excavators range is listed at /machinery/mini-excavators. Call us and we'll walk you through the spec differences against the closest alternatives — we'd rather sell you the right machine than the biggest one.
Do you sell used mini excavators?+
Our listed range is new machinery. Contact the Ashmoors team to ask about current availability.
Also in the range
Other mini excavators
0.6T
R06
The narrow-access micro digger.
From £5,450 + VAT
£6,540 inc. VAT
- Operating weight
- 739 kg
- Engine
- Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW
- Max digging depth
- 1,001 mm
1.0T
R10
Efficient, honest, sub-tonne performer.
From £7,250 + VAT
£8,700 inc. VAT
- Operating weight
- 1,142 kg
- Engine
- Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW
- Max digging depth
- 1,833 mm
1.3T
R13
The step-up for daily driveway and drainage work.
From £9,250 + VAT
£11,100 inc. VAT
- Operating weight
- 1,323 kg
- Engine
- Kubota D722 diesel, 10.2 kW
- Max digging depth
- 2,044 mm
Pre-delivery inspection
Every R15 is PDI checked in Britain.
Your R15 is not passed straight from the container to your yard. It goes through our 20-point pre-delivery inspection at our UK workshop, and the signed checklist, operator's manual and conformity documents are supplied with the machine. Service kits and filters are held in the UK, so routine servicing never leaves you waiting on a container.
- Hydraulic pressures checked against the manufacturer's figures
- All hydraulic hoses, rams and fittings checked for weeps and chafing
- Engine oil level and condition checked
- Hydraulic oil level and cleanliness checked
- Coolant level and antifreeze strength checked
- Fuel system bled and filters checked
- Air filter and pre-cleaner inspected
- Battery charged, terminals cleaned and protected
- Track tension set and running gear bolts torqued
- Slew ring and pivot bolts torqued to specification
- Every grease point charged
- Boom, dipper and bucket pins checked for play
- Quick hitch function and safety locking tested
- Auxiliary hydraulic circuit flow tested
- Bucket and attachment fit confirmed on the machine
- All lights, horn, alarms and switches tested
- Seat, belt, controls and safety guards checked
- Cab or canopy glazing, wipers and heater checked (where fitted)
- Test run through every function, plus a short working test
- Machine washed, touched in where needed, manual and documents packed
Enquire
Want the R15 on your yard?
From £10,250 + VAT (£12,300 inc. VAT). Get a confirmed price, delivery ETA and finance quote from a British specialist. Tell us the machine, attachments and delivery postcode so we can prepare the right quotation.
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