Typical Applications
Construction Sites
For loading sand, gravel, soil, bricks, blocks and construction materials.
Road Maintenance
For rural roads, local roads and municipal maintenance, the SW388 can help with ditch cleaning, road repair, material loading, backfilling and culvert work.
Utility Projects
The rear digging arm is suitable for trenching work related to water pipes, drainage systems, cables and small utility projects. The front bucket can be used for loading and backfilling after trench work.
Farms and Rural Work
The SW388 can support farm construction, irrigation ditch digging, manure handling, soil movement, material loading and rural road maintenance.
Municipal Maintenance
Municipal teams can use the SW388 for small excavation, road repair, snow removal, drainage work, landscaping and emergency maintenance tasks.
Landscaping and Property Work
With suitable attachments, the SW388 can be used for garden construction, drainage work, land leveling, small digging jobs and property maintenance.
Rental Business
For rental companies, the SW388 is a practical machine because it can serve different customers with both loading and digging functions.
Technical Parameters
| Item | Specification |
| Model | SW388 |
| Product Type | Backhoe Loader |
| Front Bucket Capacity | 1.2 m³ |
| Rear Bucket Capacity | 0.3 m³ |
| Operating Weight | 8,200 kg |
| Engine | Yuchai Turbo, 75 kW，Euro 2 – Euro 5 (Optional Brands：Cummins, Weichai, Perkins, FPT, Kubota） |
| Certification | ISO, CE, EPA available |
| Transmission Box | Electrical gearbox |
| Axle | Heavy-duty dry axle |
| Tire Size | 14-17.5 / 19.5L24 |
| Operation Type | Hydraulic pilot |
| Driving System | Four-wheel drive |
| Maximum Speed | 32 km/h |
| Overall Dimension | 6120 × 2410 × 3760 mm |
| Main Applications | Construction, farms, road work, utility projects, municipal maintenance |
| Optional Attachments | 4-in-1 bucket, pallet fork, sweeper, hammer, auger, grapple bucket, snow blade and more |
Product Advantages
1. Two-in-one Loading and Digging Performance
The SW388 can handle both front loading and rear digging for multiple job site tasks.
2. Practical 8.2 Ton Model for General Work
With an 8.2 ton operating weight, the SW388 is suitable for small and medium construction sites, farms, road maintenance and utility projects.
3. Yuchai 75kW Engine
The Yuchai turbo engine provides reliable power for loading, digging, driving and outdoor job site movement.
4. Electrical Gearbox for Easier Operation
The electrical gearbox improves operation convenience.
5. Hydraulic Pilot Control
Hydraulic pilot control makes digging and loading smoother, reducing operator fatigue during repeated bucket movement and trenching work.
6. Broad Attachment Compatibility
Buckets, pallet forks, sweepers, snow blades, hammers, augers, grapples and other attachments are available to improve machine utilization.
Optional Attachments
| Attachment | Application |
| Standard Loader Bucket | Loading soil, sand, gravel and loose materials |
| Backhoe Bucket | Digging, trenching and ditch cleaning |
| 4-in-1 Bucket | Loading, grading, clamping and light dozing |
| Pallet Fork | Pallet handling and material transfer |
| Grass Fork | Grass, hay and agricultural material handling |
| Grapple Bucket | Branches, waste, wood and irregular materials |
| Sweeper | Road, yard and site cleaning |
| Snow Bucket | Snow loading and winter yard maintenance |
| Snow Blade | Snow pushing and winter maintenance |
| V-type Snow Blade | Efficient snow clearing for roads and yards |
| Snow Blower | Snow clearing applications |
| Grain Bucket | Feed, grain and light bulk material handling |
| Concrete Mixing Bucket | Small construction and mixing work |
| Hammer | Breaking concrete, rock and hard surfaces |
| Auger | Drilling holes for posts, trees and utility work |
| Screening Bucket | Material screening and sorting |
| Digger | Small digging and trenching work |
| Clamp | Material clamping and handling |
| Grass Grapple | Grass, branches and farm material grabbing |
FAQ
Q1: What bucket capacity does the SW388 have?
The SW388 is equipped with a 1.2 m³ front loader bucket and a 0.3 m³ rear digging bucket.
Q2: Does the SW388 use hydraulic pilot control?
Yes. The SW388 uses hydraulic pilot control, which helps make loading, digging and bucket operation smoother and easier.
Q3: What transmission does the SW388 use?
The SW388 uses an electrical gearbox, which improves operation convenience and driving control.
Q4: Can SW388 be used on farms?
Yes. The SW388 is suitable for farm construction, irrigation ditch digging, soil movement, manure handling, material loading and rural road work.
