Another powerhouse has rolled into the Vikfin yard — a machine that needs no introduction. We’re currently stripping a Caterpillar 323D , one of the most dependable 23-ton excavators ever built. Known for its balance of power, precision, and reliability, the CAT 323D is a legend on South African job sites. And now, its genuine CAT components are up for grabs — fully inspected, tested, and ready to keep your fleet running strong. From its rugged C6.4 Acert engine to its smooth

Another powerhouse has entered the Vikfin yard — and it’s one every operator knows and respects. We’re currently stripping a JCB JS220 , one of the UK’s most reliable and best-selling 22-ton excavators. Known for its balance of power, precision, and durability, the JS220’s components are in high demand — and we’re making them available to you, fully tested and ready for work. From the proven JCB Dieselmax engine to its smooth hydraulic system and heavy-duty undercarriage, eve

Another heavy-duty legend has made its way into the Vikfin yard — and we’re giving it a second life. We’re currently stripping a Daewoo Solar 220LC-V , one of the most popular 22-ton class excavators ever produced. Its parts are now available for purchase, fully inspected and ready for action. From the trusted Doosan DB58T engine to its robust hydraulic system and undercarriage, every component from this workhorse is being recovered, cleaned, and tested for reliability. Wheth

When it comes to the anatomy of an excavator, most operators and mechanics immediately think about the boom, bucket, or hydraulic pump. But deep inside the undercarriage and swing frame lies one of the most critical — yet least appreciated — structural components of the whole machine: the X-frame . It doesn’t move oil or lift dirt, but the X-frame  forms the structural spine  of your excavator’s lower body. It’s what keeps the tracks properly aligned, the upper structure stab

When you think about an excavator’s hydraulic system, the first parts that come to mind are usually the pump, the cylinders, and the control valves. These are the muscle and the brains of the machine’s movement. But sitting quietly between the engine and the hydraulic pump is an often-overlooked hero — the pump bell housing . It may look like a simple chunk of cast metal, but the bell housing plays a critical structural, alignment, and vibration-damping role  that directly im

Excavators are built to work hard—but even the toughest machines wear down. Whether it’s a worn final drive, a leaking hydraulic pump, or...

Let’s set the stage: You’re halfway through a dig, swinging that boom around like a pro, and then it happens. A strange sound. A shudder....

Your excavator is a beast. It digs, lifts, crushes, and conquers. But just like a bodybuilder with a weak heart, it’s only as strong as...

Your excavator is a war machine. A dirt-chomping, trench-digging, rock-smashing monster. But at the core of this steel beast lies its...

You’re deep in the dirt, operating your excavator like a maestro. The boom lifts, the arm stretches, the bucket curls... and then, out of...

Let’s be honest: excavators are the heavy metal rockstars of the construction world. They’re big, badass, and when they’re on point, they...

Your excavator’s cooling system is like your machine’s therapist — it keeps all that pent-up rage from boiling over. Without it, the...

At Vikfin, we’re proud to announce that we are currently stripping two Caterpillar excavators—the CAT320D and CAT329D—to provide...

In South Africa's competitive earthmoving industry, downtime is the enemy of profitability. Every second an excavator sits idle means...