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Amphibious Pontoon For 12-15 Ton Excavators | AUP140 Undercarriage

Amphibious Pontoon for 12-15 Ton Excavators | AUP140 Undercarriage Admin Edit

Trade Term: FOB,CFR,CIF,DAT
Payment Terms: Paypal, D/A, T/T
Place of Origin: Anhui, China (Mainland)
Means of Transport: Ocean, Land
Delivery Date: within 50 days after...
Brand Name: HEKING
Compatible Excavator Class: Suitable for 12-15 ton crawler excavator
Pontoon Length: 9.258 m heavy-duty floating pontoon structure Pontoon Width: 1.466 m optimized for flotation and stability
Pontoon Height: 1.797 m sealed buoyancy chamber design Platform Ground Clearance: 1.880 m for wetland obstacle crossing
Hull Plate Thickness: 6 mm top, side, and bottom steel construction Drive System: Four hydraulic travel motors for reliable propulsion
Track Gauge Range: 2612 mm to 3412 mm adjustable configuration Optional Deep-Water Kit: Additional side pontoons and spud system available
Application Environment: Swamps, wetlands, rivers, lakes, marshes, dredging zones, and soft terrain construction

The AUP140 Amphibious Pontoon is a professional pontoon undercarriage developed for converting standard 12-15 ton excavators into highly capable amphibious machines. Designed for operation in wetlands, swamps, marshes, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and other soft terrain environments, the AUP140 provides the flotation and stability necessary for safe and efficient excavation where conventional tracked excavators cannot operate.

Many construction, environmental restoration, dredging, and flood-control projects require equipment capable of moving across unstable ground conditions. Traditional excavators often experience sinking, reduced productivity, and increased operational risks when working in waterlogged or soft soil areas. The AUP140 amphibious pontoon solves these challenges by transforming a standard excavator into a floating work platform capable of operating both on land and in shallow water.

Engineered for Wetland and Soft Ground Applications

The AUP140 pontoon undercarriage is specifically designed to reduce ground pressure while maximizing machine stability. Its sealed steel pontoons provide excellent buoyancy and support the excavator during operations in swampy and water-saturated conditions.

The 9.258-meter pontoon length delivers a large flotation footprint, enabling the excavator to distribute its weight over a wider surface area. This significantly reduces the risk of sinking and allows operators to maintain productivity in terrain that would normally be inaccessible to conventional construction equipment.

Common applications include:

  • River dredging projects

  • Wetland restoration

  • Environmental protection works

  • Flood control construction

  • Coastal engineering

  • Marshland infrastructure projects

  • Pipeline installation in wetlands

  • Reservoir maintenance

  • Lake rehabilitation

  • Waterway management

Heavy-Duty Structural Construction

Durability is critical in demanding aquatic environments. The AUP140 utilizes high-strength steel construction throughout the pontoon body. The top plate, side plate, and bottom plate all feature 6 mm steel thickness to withstand harsh operating conditions.

The fully sealed buoyancy chambers are designed to resist corrosion and structural fatigue caused by continuous exposure to water, mud, and abrasive materials. This robust design helps reduce maintenance requirements while extending equipment service life.

The undercarriage incorporates four hydraulic travel motors, ensuring dependable movement through difficult terrain. Whether operating in mud, shallow water, or soft ground, the drive system delivers the traction necessary for stable machine positioning.

Enhanced Stability and Mobility

One of the most important advantages of the AUP140 amphibious pontoon is its ability to improve excavator mobility in challenging environments.

The wide undercarriage configuration provides excellent lateral stability during digging operations. With an adjustable track gauge and optional side pontoons, operators can configure the machine according to project requirements.

For deep-water operations, optional additional pontoons and spud systems can be installed. The spud system helps anchor the machine during dredging activities, improving precision and operational safety.

The AUP140 also supports excellent working reach, allowing excavators to achieve:

  • Maximum digging radius of 10,778 mm

  • Maximum digging depth of 7,033 mm

  • Maximum digging height of 11,860 mm

  • Maximum dumping height of 9,057 mm

These capabilities make it suitable for large-scale dredging, excavation, and environmental engineering projects.

Cost-Effective Excavator Conversion Solution

Purchasing a dedicated amphibious excavator can require significant investment. The AUP140 offers an economical alternative by allowing contractors to convert existing 12-15 ton excavators into amphibious machines.

This conversion approach provides several benefits:

  • Lower capital investment

  • Faster equipment deployment

  • Flexible machine utilization

  • Reduced project costs

  • Improved fleet efficiency

  • Easy maintenance and spare parts management

For contractors serving wetland construction and dredging markets, the AUP140 represents a practical and scalable solution.

Designed for Global Contractors

The AUP140 amphibious pontoon is suitable for contractors, equipment rental companies, government agencies, dredging operators, and environmental engineering firms throughout Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa, and other international markets.

Manufactured under strict quality control systems, the pontoon is designed to meet demanding operational requirements while delivering long-term reliability. Combined with optional customization services, the AUP140 can be adapted to different excavator brands and project specifications.

Whether your project involves wetland reclamation, river maintenance, flood prevention, or ecological restoration, the AUP140 provides a dependable amphibious undercarriage platform capable of maximizing equipment productivity in challenging environments.

Product Advantages

  • Designed for 12-15 ton excavators

  • Large flotation capacity for soft terrain

  • Four hydraulic travel motors

  • Heavy-duty 6 mm steel pontoon construction

  • Excellent stability in wetlands and swamps

  • Optional side pontoons for deep water work

  • Optional spud system for dredging projects

  • Reduced ground pressure and sinking risk

  • Cost-effective excavator conversion solution

Product Specifications

General Configuration

ItemSpecification
ModelAUP140
Excavator Class12-15 Ton
Travel Motors4 Units
Optional EquipmentAdditional Pontoon, Spud System

Pontoon Dimensions

ItemValue
Pontoon Length9258 mm
Pontoon Width1466 mm
Pontoon Height1797 mm
Platform Ground Clearance1880 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance1167.5 mm

Machine Dimensions

ItemValue
Overall Length11240 mm
Overall Height3714 mm
Boom Transport Height3423 mm
Upper Structure Width2470 mm
Rear Slew Radius2319 mm

Undercarriage Dimensions

ItemValue
Track Gauge2612 / 3412 mm
Undercarriage Width4064 / 4864 mm
Total Width with Side Pontoons6950 mm
Ground Contact Length4110 mm
Spud Length6212 mm

Working Range

ItemValue
Maximum Digging Radius10778 mm
Maximum Digging Radius at Ground10510 mm
Maximum Digging Depth7033 mm
Maximum Vertical Digging Depth5610 mm
Maximum Digging Height11860 mm
Maximum Dumping Height9057 mm
Minimum Front Slew Radius2870 mm

Hull Structure

ItemSpecification
Top Plate Thickness6 mm
Side Plate Thickness6 mm
Bottom Plate Thickness6 mm

Amphibious Excavator Certifications

Amphibious Excavator Packaging & Shipping

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What excavator size is compatible with the AUP140 amphibious pontoon?

A: The AUP140 is designed for 12-15 ton crawler excavators and can be adapted to various mainstream excavator brands.

Q2: Can the AUP140 operate in water?

A: Yes. The pontoon undercarriage provides flotation for operation in shallow water, marshes, swamps, and wetland environments.

Q3: Is a spud system available?

A: Yes. An optional spud system can be installed for enhanced positioning stability during dredging and deep-water projects.

Q4: What industries commonly use amphibious pontoons?

A: River dredging, wetland restoration, flood control, environmental protection, coastal engineering, and infrastructure construction.

Q5: Does the AUP140 reduce ground pressure?

A: Yes. The large pontoon footprint distributes machine weight effectively, reducing ground pressure and minimizing sinking risk.

Q6: Can additional pontoons be installed?

A: Yes. Optional side pontoons are available for increased buoyancy and deep-water operation requirements.

Q7: Is the AUP140 suitable for European and Middle Eastern projects?

A: Yes. The system is widely applicable for wetland maintenance, irrigation projects, dredging operations, and environmental engineering projects.

Q8: What are the main benefits compared with a standard excavator?

A: The AUP140 enables operation in soft ground and waterlogged environments where standard excavators cannot work efficiently.



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