Ashmoors RB18 Backhoe Loader
Ashmoors UK specification, preparation and support · Manufactured by RIPPA
4.2-tonne utility backhoe.
The utility contractor's everyday backhoe loader — 2.7 m dig, 1,800 kg carrying capacity.
- Operating weight
- 4,200 kg
- Max digging depth
- 2,700 mm
- Carrying capacity
- 1,800 kg
- Engine
- Yunnei diesel
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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 RB18 combines a front-end loader and a rear excavator arm on a single roadable chassis. For utility crews, smallholders and general contractors who need loader capacity and dig capability in the same machine, without paying for two.
Rear stabilisers, side-shift boom on larger variants and full auxiliary hydraulics keep the digger end productive. The loader front handles bucket work, forks and grapple attachments through a universal hitch.
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
- Utility & drainage crews
- Smallholdings
- Mixed groundworks
- Rural contractors
Specifications
The numbers, plainly.
Request the technical datasheet, weights and dimensioned drawings with your quote.
Request full spec sheetEngineered detail
Where the RB18 earns its keep.
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Two machines in one
Loader front for handling and stockpiling, backhoe rear for trenching and excavation. Fewer machines on site, fewer transport movements.
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Roadable chassis
Rubber tyres, road-legal lighting spec and sensible top speed — travel between yards and sites under your own power, without a low-loader.
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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.
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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 RB18, next to its siblings.
Side-by-side headline specifications for the nearest machines in the backhoe loaders range. Full comparison sheets and dimensioned drawings sent with any quote.
| Specification | 4,200 kg RB18 | 2,250 kg RB06 | 6,000 kg RB25 | 8,000 kg RB29 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,200 kg | 2,250 kg | 6,000 kg | 8,000 kg |
| Engine | Yunnei diesel | Diesel (build spec confirmed at order) | Kohler diesel | Cummins 4BTA3.9-C125, 93 kW (125 hp) |
| Max digging depth | 2,700 mm | — | — | 4,100 mm |
| Loader lift height | — | — | 2,500 mm | — |
| Front bucket capacity | — | — | 1.3 m³ | — |
| Aux hydraulics | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | Four-way, quick-coupler ready | Four-way, quick-coupler ready |
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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 RB18?+
The Ashmoors RB18 Backhoe Loader is fitted with a Yunnei diesel, as published in the manufacturer's specification. The full specification table on this page lists every confirmed figure for the machine.
What does the RB18 weigh, and can it be towed in the UK?+
The RB18 is quoted at 4,200 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 RB18 dig?+
Maximum digging depth for the RB18 is 2,700 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 RB18 come with?+
Every RB18 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 RB18 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 RB18 serial number and required part. We will confirm compatibility, availability and delivery before you order.
Can I finance the RB18?+
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 RB18 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 RB18?+
General purpose bucket (front), Pallet forks (front), Trenching bucket (rear), Grading bucket (rear), Hydraulic breaker (rear) — plus most common auxiliary-hydraulic attachments sized for the class.
Where can I compare the RB18 against other backhoe loaders?+
Every machine in the Backhoe Loaders range is listed at /machinery/backhoe-loaders. 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 backhoe loaders?+
Our listed range is new machinery. Contact the Ashmoors team to ask about current availability.
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RB06
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Built to order · UK delivery
- Operating weight
- 2,250 kg
- Engine
- Diesel (build spec confirmed at order)
- Loader hitch
- Universal quick-attach
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RB25
6-tonne jobsite workhorse.
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Built to order · UK delivery
- Operating weight
- 6,000 kg
- Front bucket capacity
- 1.3 m³
- Loader lift height
- 2,500 mm
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RB29
8-tonne Cummins-powered backhoe.
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Built to order · UK delivery
- Operating weight
- 8,000 kg
- Engine
- Cummins 4BTA3.9-C125, 93 kW (125 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 4,100 mm
Pre-delivery inspection
Every RB18 is PDI checked in Britain.
Your RB18 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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