Steelwrist X26 Tiltrotator
18–26 tonnes
The Steelwrist X26 is a tiltrotator for excavators from 18 to 26 tonnes, with ±45° tilt and a choice of S and SQ couplers and Direct Fit mounting, from 695 kg.
- ±45° tilt angle, weighing from 695 kg
- Building height from 615 mm
- Machine interfaces: S70, SQ70, SQ70/55 and Direct Fit (DF)
- Tool coupler safety: Front Pin Lock (FPL) or LockSense
- SQ automatic oil connection available
Technical data
| Machine weight range | 18–26 tonnes |
|---|---|
| Weight (from) | 695 kg |
| Gripper cassette weight | 140 kg |
| Max tilt angle | ±45° |
| Tilt torque | 61 kNm |
| Rotational torque | 8.8 kNm |
| Max breakout torque | 240 kNm |
| Oil flow | 113 l/min |
| Max pressure | 210 bar |
| Max pressure, separate AUX | 350 bar |
| Hydraulic AUX (without gripper) | 2 |
| Hydraulic AUX (with gripper) | 1 |
| Building height | 615–640 mm |
| Length | 823–891 mm |
| Cylinder width | 845–1042 mm |
| Machine interface | S70, SQ70, SQ70/55, Direct Fit (DF) |
| Tiltrotator quick coupler | S70, SQ70, SQ70/55 |
| Safety solution | Front Pin Lock (FPL) / LockSense |
| Direct Fit pin diameter | 60–90 mm |
| Direct Fit pin distance (centre to centre) | 380–485 mm |
| Direct Fit max dipper arm width | 350 mm |
| Direct Fit lifting hook | 8 tonnes |
| Note | Dimensions vary by coupler and mounting; the product sheet lists every configuration. |
Overview
The Steelwrist X26 is a tiltrotator for excavators between 18 and 26 tonnes. It is designed for power and durability at this size, with a low building height, a high tilt angle and a strong strength-to-weight ratio thanks to steel cast components. Exc@v8 supplies it in the UK.
Where the X26 fits
The X26 suits heavy-duty work in road building, foundation digging, earthmoving and demolition on large construction projects. It lets the excavator rotate a work tool 360° and tilt it 45° in each direction, with precise control.
A sandwich configuration is often chosen at this excavator size: a quick coupler is mounted on the excavator arm, so the tiltrotator can be disconnected and a work tool picked up and connected directly.
Couplers and mounting
The X26 connects to the excavator through an S70, SQ70 or SQ70/55 top, or Direct Fit (DF). The tool side takes S70, SQ70 and SQ70/55 quick couplers, following Steelwrist’s symmetrical S-standard. Steelwrist SQ is its automatic oil connection technology for changing and connecting hydraulic work tools.
S-type tiltrotators from S50 upwards can be upgraded to SQ-type at a later stage.
A Direct Fit unit takes pin diameters of 60–90 mm at pin distances of 380–485 mm, fits a dipper arm up to 350 mm wide and includes an 8-tonne lifting hook.
The X26 is also available with Verachtert (CW) or Lehnhoff (HS) coupler interface. With Verachtert (CW) the tiltrotator always has a Direct Fit configuration.
Building height, length and cylinder width differ between these configurations, so those figures in the technical data are ranges. The product sheet lists every combination.
Work tool safety
The tool-side safety solution depends on the coupler: Front Pin Lock (FPL), a mechanical lock of the front shaft that significantly limits the risk of an unintended work tool drop on the S70 and SQ70; LockSense, a patented wireless sensor system for secure work tool locking that keeps cables and connectors out of the harsh environment on the SQ70/55.
Hydraulics and control
The X26 runs on an oil flow of 113 l/min at up to 210 bar. A tiltrotator with high flow hydraulics lets the excavator run more fuel-efficiently and make efficient use of high flow work tools, and the Absolute Rotation sensor in the high flow swivel gives accurate data to machine control systems.
The tiltrotator is delivered with a control system that fits the excavator, whether it needs a two or four hose solution. Steelwrist supplies two types: Quantum, an advanced system built around ergonomics, easy installation, fuel efficiency, remote support and automatic tool recognition, and the more basic four hose proportional machine control.
Options
A gripper cassette with a finger gripper can be fitted to give the excavator more flexibility when handling objects, and can be retrofitted. Steelwrist also offers central lubrication fitted at the factory, compatible with all central lubrication systems on the market.
Quick answers
What size excavator is the X26 for? Excavators from 18 to 26 tonnes.
How much does it weigh? From 695 kg.
How far does it tilt? Up to ±45°, which is 45° each way.
Can I buy the X26 in the UK? Yes. Exc@v8 is the UK dealer for Steelwrist. Use the form below or call us for pricing and availability.