

When dozens of tons of scrap steel need to be quickly dismantled, or when an entire car must be taken apart and sorted within minutes, traditional manual work becomes far from sufficient. At this moment, an excavator equipped with YG hydraulic demolition shears transforms into an unstoppable “steel beast,” effortlessly biting through various metal materials with its astonishing cutting force. These highly efficient excavator demolition shears are demonstrating impressive performance at construction sites and scrapyards across the world.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 13837122632
Hydraulic Demolition Shears Type 1: Eagle Shears
Eagle shears are designed for heavy-duty demolition tasks. Made with high-strength materials, they easily handle large steel dismantling jobs such as bridge demolition and industrial structure disassembly. The following points highlight their key advantages:
- Strong adaptability: Eagle shears are compatible with multiple excavator models, from small to large equipment, ensuring operational flexibility.
- High operational efficiency: As a professional hydraulic shear, it features high working pressure and flow, allowing fast cutting and reduced downtime.
- Durability and safety: The design focuses on long service life and stable operation. This hydraulic scrap shear performs exceptionally in scrap processing, effectively reducing the volume of metal waste.

Parameter Table:
| Item/Model | Unit | YG180RT | YG280RT | YG330RT | YG380RT | YG430RT | YG480RT | YG580RT | YG780RT | YG980RT |
| Arm Installation | ton | 13-17 | 18-27 | 25-35 | 28-39 | 40-50 | 42-50 | 51-65 | 68-90 | 91-110 |
| Boom Installation | ton | 10-12 | 14-18 | 20-28 | 20-28 | 28-39 | 28-39 | 40-50 | 51-65 | 66-90 |
| Working Pressure | bar | 250-300 | 250-300 | 300-320 | 320-350 | 320-350 | 320-350 | 320-350 | 320-350 | 320-350 |
| Working Flow | lpm | 90-110 | 180-220 | 200-250 | 200-250 | 250-300 | 250-300 | 275-375 | 500-600 | 600-700 |
| Weight | kg | 1100 | 2100 | 3000 | 3500 | 4500 | 4600 | 5800 | 7800 | 9800 |
| Rotating Flow | lpm | 30-40 | 30-40 | 30-40 | 30-40 | 30-40 | 30-40 | 30-40 | 50-60 | 55-65 |
| Rotating Pressure | bar | 90-100 | 100-115 | 100-115 | 100-115 | 100-115 | 100-115 | 100-115 | 140-150 | 170-190 |
| Opening | mm | 375 | 485 | 595 | 620 | 700 | 740 | 780 | 860 | 950 |
| Cutting Depth | mm | 395 | 525 | 630 | 600 | 720 | 750 | 780 | 850 | 940 |
| Full Length | mm | 2100 | 2700 | 3200 | 3280 | 3700 | 3800 | 4000 | 4300 | 4600 |
Hydraulic Demolition Shears Type 2: Single-Cylinder Hydraulic Shears
Single-cylinder hydraulic shears are known for their compact design and versatility, making them an ideal tool for small to medium-sized projects. They are suitable for vehicle dismantling and light demolition tasks. The points below describe their features:
- Wide application scenarios: Suitable for dismantling motorcycles, vans, and agricultural machinery, as well as wheel–hub separation.
- Easy installation and operation: As a hydraulic shear attachment for excavator, it is lightweight, compatible with various excavators, and simple to operate, making it ideal for quick deployment.
- Precise cutting capability: The blade length and opening design allow outstanding performance in building demolition and steel cutting, achieving compression and volume reduction to save waste-storage space.

Parameter Table:
| Item/Model | Unit | YGS550 | YGS80 | YGS180 | YGS280 | YGS380 |
| Suitable Excavator | ton | 3-5 | 6-10 | 12-18 | 22-27 | 28-36 |
| Weight | kg | 200 | 365 | 1000 | 2000 | 3020 |
| Opening | mm | 250 | 376 | 480 | 600 | 650 |
| Blade Length | mm | 4*120 | 6*110 | 6*140 | 2*210 | 2*210 |
| Driving Pressure | bar | 200 | 250 | 300 | 340 | 340 |
| Driving Flow | lpm | 40-60 | 80-150 | 150-200 | 200-250 | 250-300 |
| Cutting Force | ton | 30 | 80 | 150 | 240 | 300 |
Hydraulic Demolition Shears Type 3: Double-Cylinder Hydraulic Shears
Double-cylinder hydraulic shears are built for high-strength tasks and are ideal for cutting steel structures and vehicle frames. Their dual-cylinder design provides extra power. The following points explain their advantages:
- Exceptional cutting force: As a professional excavator demolition shear, it offers cutting force up to 2940 kN, easily handling thick and heavy metals.
- Stable structural design: With moderate weight, long blades, and deep cutting depth, it enhances operational precision. This hydraulic shear attachment for excavator is compatible with large excavators.
- Efficient scrap processing: In dismantling scrap cars and metal products, these hydraulic demolition shears can rapidly complete crushing tasks, reducing manual intervention.

Parameter Table:
| Item/Model | Unit | YGD280 | YGD380 | YGD480 |
| Suitable Excavator | ton | 22-27 | 28-36 | 37-45 |
| Weight | kg | 2650 | 3850 | 4540 |
| Blade Length | mm | 400+260 | 350+360 | 350+360 |
| Working Pressure | bar | 320 | 330 | 330 |
| Length | mm | 2380 | 2700 | 3655 |
| Opening | mm | 855 | 780 | 780 |
| Cut Depth | mm | 685 | 650 | 650 |
| Shear Force | kN | 1360 | 2940 | 2940 |
How to Choose the Right Excavator Demolition Shear
When selecting excavator demolition shears, you need to consider job requirements, excavator model, and budget. The following points offer practical advice:
- Match according to task type: Eagle shears are ideal for large steel dismantling; single-cylinder hydraulic shears are suited for light vehicle handling; double-cylinder hydraulic shears are recommended for high-intensity structural cutting.
- Focus on compatibility: Check the installation requirements of the hydraulic shear attachment for excavator to avoid efficiency loss caused by mismatching.
- Evaluate long-term benefits: Investing in high-quality hydraulic scrap shear can lower maintenance costs and achieve better ROI.

YG’s hydraulic demolition shears series offers diversity and high performance to meet different project needs. Whether it is eagle shears, single-cylinder shears, or double-cylinder shears, each model represents a blend of innovation and practicality. As a reliable hydraulic shear attachment for excavator, they not only enhance operational efficiency but also support sustainable development. If you are looking for an efficient hydraulic scrap shear, YG products will be your ideal partner.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 13837122632



