Compact & retractable
3' 3" (39") – 4' 4" (52") hydraulic track gauge
Single lever narrows the machine for gates and side yards, widens for stability on slopes and full-reach digging.
RIPPA PRO Series
RIPPA R18 PRO Mini Excavator
2-ton class with a variable-displacement piston pump and 10-way valve. 8 ft 7" dig depth, canopy or cab.
Sold, set up and serviced in Thorold, Ontario · Delivery across Ontario
- Operating weight
- 1,933 kg / 4,262 lb
- Engine
- Kubota D902
- Max power
- 15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
- Max digging depth
- 8' 7" (103")
- Min transport width
- 3' 3" (39")
Pricing
Written quote within one business day
Configuration, attachments, warranty, delivery and financing on one page. No obligation.
2 configurations available- Engine
- Kubota D902 diesel
- Power
- 15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
- Weight
- 1,933 kg / 4,262 lb
Selected: R18 PRO · Open canopy
RIPPA R18 PRO
RIPPA R18 PRO overview
The R18 PRO adds real reach and lift for acreages, landscapers and contractors. Kubota D902 diesel, 8' 7" (103") dig depth, a hydraulically adjustable track gauge from 3' 3" (39") to 4' 4" (52"), retractable dozer blade and a 69° / 42° boom swing. PRO-series safety comes standard: explosion-proof boom valve, front ROPS bar, safety-net canopy with spotlight and warning light, and a canopy top window. Enclosed cab available.
Best for: stump removal, log moving, tree planting, driveway repair, drainage trenching, fence installation, farm construction.
Why the
R18 PRO Features
Design detail
Retractable dozer blade
Pin-adjusted blade width follows the track gauge for levelling and backfilling.
Safety
Explosion-proof boom valve
If a hydraulic line ruptures the valve locks the boom cylinder, preventing a sudden drop under load.
Work ready
Hydraulic thumb, quick coupler, four-way lines
Standard thumb and coupler, four auxiliary circuits, and a steel wire spring outside the oil pipe to prevent wear on rough terrain.
Safety
Front ROPS bar and canopy with top window
Foldable rollover bar, roof spotlight and warning light, rearview mirror, and a top window so you never lose orientation when loading. Enclosed cab optional.
Standard Equipment
Included on every unit. No surprises on delivery day.
- Hydraulic thumb
- Quick coupler
- Four-way auxiliary hydraulic lines
- Explosion-proof boom valve
- Retractable undercarriage 3' 3" (39") – 4' 4" (52")
- Retractable dozer blade
- Front ROPS bar (foldable)
- Canopy with top window and front safety net (canopy version)
- Roof spotlight, warning light and rearview mirror
- Wire-spring hose guards
- Counterweight
Specifications
Manufacturer figures in kg / lb and ft / in. Values may vary slightly by configuration and production batch.
General
| Operating weight | 1,933 kg / 4,262 lb |
|---|---|
| Bucket capacity | 1.59 ft³ |
| Travel speed (low / high) | 0–0.9 / 0–1.7 mph |
| Gradeability | 30% |
| Ground pressure | 4.4 psi |
| Machine weight | 1,840 kg / 4,057 lb |
Performance
| Max digging depth | 8' 7" (103") |
|---|---|
| Main pump flow | 10.9 gal/min |
| Rated pressure | 3,191 psi |
| Max digging force | 2,878 lbf |
| Max digging radius | 13' 1" |
| Max digging height | 10' 11" |
| Max dumping height | 6' 9" (81") |
| Boom swing (left / right) | 69° / 42° |
| Track extension range | 3' 3" (39") – 4' 4" (52") |
Engine
| Engine | Kubota D902 |
|---|---|
| Max power | 15.8 hp (11.8 kW) |
| Engine model | Kubota D902 diesel |
| Max engine speed | 2,300 rpm |
| Displacement | 0.898 L |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | Water-cooled |
Dimensions & transport
| Min transport width | 3' 3" (39") |
|---|---|
| Transport length | 8' 9" (105") |
| Transport height | 7' 11" (95") |
| Standard bucket width | 16" |
| Dozer blade width | 3' 3" (39") – 4' 4" (52") |
R18 PRO Configurations
Choose the engine, cab and undercarriage option that fits your work. Add the one you want to your quote and we price it with delivery and setup.
Open canopy
- Engine
- Kubota D902 diesel
- Power
- 15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
- Weight
- 1,933 kg / 4,262 lb
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Enclosed cab
- Engine
- Kubota D902 diesel
- Power
- 15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
- Weight
- 2,000 kg / 4,409 lb
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| Configuration | Engine | Power | Weight | Add to quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open canopy | Kubota D902 diesel | 15.8 hp (11.8 kW) | 1,933 kg / 4,262 lb | |
| Enclosed cab | Kubota D902 diesel | 15.8 hp (11.8 kW) | 2,000 kg / 4,409 lb |
Prefer a monthly payment? See financing and lease options.
Attachments for the R18 PRO
Every attachment below is listed by RIPPA for the R18 PRO. Pick the size or version, add it to your quote beside the machine, and we confirm fitment against your serial number.
Skeleton (Riddle) BucketSkeleton & Rock Buckets · 3 sizes · Fits R06 ECO – R82 PRO
Ditching / Clean-up BucketDitching & Clean-up Buckets · 10 sizes · Fits R06 ECO – R230 PRO
Tilt BucketTilt Buckets · 11 sizes · Fits R06 ECO – R82 PRO
Digging BucketBuckets · 11 sizes · Fits R06 ECO – R230 PRO
ThumbThumbs · 2 sizes · Fits R06 ECO – R230 PRO
Built for
What owners do with the R18 PRO
- Stump removal
- Log moving
- Tree planting
- Driveway repair
- Drainage trenching
- Fence installation
- Farm construction
R18 PRO FAQ
Answers to the questions we hear most about this machine. Still unsure? Call 289-271-6947.
- Will the R18 PRO fit through my gate?
- Minimum transport width is 3' 3" (39"). Retract the tracks to 3' 3" (39") for a 40-inch opening; most double gates are no problem.
- Open canopy or enclosed cab?
- The canopy version is lighter, cheaper and easier to trailer. The enclosed cab adds glass, a door, heater/wiper and keeps you working in rain and Ontario winters. Both share the same engine, hydraulics and attachments.
- Can I tow it behind my pickup?
- Operating weight is 1,933 kg (4,262 lb) plus trailer and attachments. Check your truck's rated towing capacity and use an equipment trailer with brakes. We also deliver anywhere in Ontario.
- What comes standard?
- Digging bucket, dozer blade, auxiliary hydraulic lines and quick coupler. Thumbs, extra buckets, augers, rakes and breakers are optional and listed under Attachments with sizes that fit.
- What warranty and support do I get?
- Two-year warranty backed by our service department, genuine RIPPA and Kubota parts, dealer pre-delivery inspection, and optional extended coverage in the builder.
Next step
Get a R18 PRO quote in Ontario
Tell us where the machine is going and what it needs to do. We reply with a written quote covering the configuration, attachments, warranty, delivery and financing options.
- Written quote, usually within one business day
- Attachment fitment confirmed for your model
- Financing and lease options on approved credit
- Dealer PDI and delivery scheduled for you
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