Ashmoors R18 Mini Excavator
Ashmoors UK specification, preparation and support · Manufactured by RIPPA
Reinforced for roots, rubble and reclamation.
Reinforced where it matters, for the jobs that break lesser diggers.
- Operating weight
- 1,933 kg
- Engine
- Kubota D902 diesel, 11.8 kW
- Max digging depth
- 2,420 mm
- Aux hydraulics
- Four-way, quick-coupler ready
Ashmoors price
From £12,250 + VAT
£14,700 inc. VAT at 20%
Included in this price
- Genuine Kubota D902 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 R18 PRO is engineered for the messy end of groundworks — root balls, rubble, stone-strewn topsoil and land reclamation. Heavier boom pins, stronger undercarriage components and a stiffer chassis than the R15 ECO, without stepping up into cab-class weight or transport hassle.
It is the machine contractors turn to when clearing overgrown plots, restoring smallholdings, lifting old tree stumps or dealing with the ground a 1.5-tonne all-rounder gave up on. Full auxiliary hydraulics keep breakers, rippers and thumbs earning their keep alongside the bucket.
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
- Land clearance
- Stump & root removal
- Reclamation & restoration
- Farm & smallholding groundworks
Specifications
The numbers, plainly.
Request the technical datasheet, weights and dimensioned drawings with your quote.
Request full spec sheetEngineered detail
Where the R18 earns its keep.
01
Heavy-duty structural spec
Uprated boom pins, thicker chassis plate and reinforced track frames shrug off the impacts that shorten the life of a standard 1.5-tonne machine.
02
Ripper and thumb ready
Hydraulic circuit and mounting spec suit hydraulic thumbs, rippers and rock buckets — the kit that turns land clearance from a slog into a proper day's work.
03
Built for British sites
Hoses, seals and electrics specified for wet winters and long days. Proven Kubota, Yanmar or Cummins power on many models, with sensible service intervals.
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 R18, 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 | 1.8T R18 | 0.6T R06 | 1.0T R10 | 1.3T R13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,933 kg | 739 kg | 1,142 kg | 1,323 kg |
| Engine | Kubota D902 diesel, 11.8 kW | Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW | Kubota Z482 diesel, 8.2 kW | Kubota D722 diesel, 10.2 kW |
| Max digging depth | 2,420 mm | 1,001 mm | 1,833 mm | 2,044 mm |
| Transport width | — | 747 mm (retractable undercarriage) | — | — |
| Aux hydraulics | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | — | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | Four-way, quick-coupler ready |
| Undercarriage | Reinforced for heavy-duty use | — | — | — |
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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 R18?+
The Ashmoors R18 Mini Excavator is fitted with a Kubota D902 diesel, 11.8 kW, as published in the manufacturer's specification. The full specification table on this page lists every confirmed figure for the machine.
What does the R18 weigh, and can it be towed in the UK?+
The R18 is quoted at 1,933 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 R18 dig?+
Maximum digging depth for the R18 is 2,420 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 R18 come with?+
Every R18 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 R18 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 R18 serial number and required part. We will confirm compatibility, availability and delivery before you order.
Can I finance the R18?+
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 R18 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 R18?+
Heavy-duty bucket, Trenching bucket, Ripper tooth, Hydraulic thumb, Hydraulic breaker, Rake — plus most common auxiliary-hydraulic attachments sized for the class.
Where can I compare the R18 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
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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 R18 is PDI checked in Britain.
Your R18 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
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Want the R18 on your yard?
From £12,250 + VAT (£14,700 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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