ZGLOADER / MYZG 388 Backhoe Loader for Practical Digging and Loading Projects

A task-focused guide to a dual-purpose loader backhoe with 8360 kg operating weight, 75 kW / 102 HP Yuchai power, 2500 kg front-loader capacity and 4085 mm maximum digging depth.

A two-function machine for sites that cannot justify two separate units

The ZGLOADER / MYZG 388 is a backhoe loader built for contractors, farms, road crews and utility teams that need to excavate, load, backfill and grade without moving two machines between jobs. It is manufactured by Shandong Zhuogong Machinery equipment Co.,Ltd and can be compared with the company’s broader All Products range when a buyer is deciding between a loader, excavator and combined machine.

The practical value is task switching. The rear excavator arm opens drainage, cable, water and foundation trenches; the front 1.0 m³ bucket handles spoil, gravel, soil and site-cleanup material. A single operator can dig, reposition, load a truck, backfill and finish the work area, reducing transport coordination and idle equipment where job volumes are moderate.

Customer problems the 388 is intended to solve

Buyers often face narrow project schedules, mixed ground conditions, limited transport capacity and crews that must change from excavation to loading several times per shift. The 388 combines a 0.3 m³ rear bucket and 4085 mm digging depth with 2500 kg front capacity and 2760 mm front dumping height. Its 8360 kg chassis, 2300 mm wheelbase, YJ290 torque converter and WZZD75D drive axle provide a documented basis for comparing traction, stability and service requirements.

Verified 388 factory specification reference

These values are taken from the existing 388 source record and are kept identical across all four language pages. Buyers can also review the established MYZG 388 backhoe loader product before requesting a final configuration. Bucket choice, tyres, auxiliary hydraulics, cab equipment, emission package and destination documents must be confirmed in the written quotation.

Engineering advantages in real work

1. Digging and loading without changing the base machine

The rear 0.3 m³ bucket reaches a documented maximum depth of 4085 mm and a dumping height of 3795 mm. At the front, the 1.0 m³ bucket provides 2500 kg loader capacity and 2760 mm dumping height. This combination supports trenching, spoil handling, backfilling, aggregate loading and rough grading in one work sequence.

2. Yuchai power and mechanical driveline

The Yuchai YC4A105Z-T20 engine is listed at 75 kW / 102 HP. Power is transferred through a YJ290 hydraulic torque converter and WZZD75D drive axle. Buyers should match the selected engine, fuel quality, altitude, temperature range and local emission rules to the destination before production.

3. Dimensions that support transport and site planning

Overall dimensions are 6050 × 2465 × 3152 mm, with a 2300 mm wheelbase and a 6581 mm minimum turning radius. These figures help contractors check gate width, road access, trailer or container planning, turning space, overhead clearance and the safe operating envelope around stabilizers and the rear boom.

4. Tyres and operating discipline for mixed surfaces

The reference tyre sizes are 14-17.5 at the front and 19.5L-24 at the rear. Traction still depends on tread, pressure, surface condition and operator technique. On slopes, soft shoulders or excavation edges, the site must be assessed, the machine kept within the approved operating limits and stabilizers placed on firm support.

Application scenarios and job matching

Typical uses include utility trenches, roadside drainage, rural water lines, small foundations, farm tracks, estate maintenance, aggregate loading, demolition cleanup and municipal repair. The related guide on what a backhoe loader is primarily used for explains why this machine type is valuable when frequent task switching matters more than the peak output of a dedicated excavator or wheel loader.

Utility and drainage work

Open controlled trenches for water, drainage, electrical or communications routes, place spoil away from the edge, load excess material and backfill after approved installation and inspection procedures.

Farm and rural infrastructure

Maintain tracks, clean ditches, prepare culverts, move soil or gravel and support yard improvements. Attachment and hydraulic requirements should be defined before ordering rather than assumed after delivery.

Road, municipal and small construction projects

Support shoulder repair, light site preparation, foundation excavation, debris handling and truck loading where mobility between nearby tasks and two-function utilization can lower fleet complexity.

388 backhoe loader selection and purchasing guide

A useful inquiry should include soil type, trench width and depth, material density, truck side height, daily cycle hours, travel distance, gradients, road rules, climate, attachments, auxiliary hydraulic demand, delivery port and service capability. Confirm whether 4085 mm digging depth, 2500 kg loader capacity and the standard bucket sizes match the real job. Request a written configuration sheet, final load and transport dimensions, engine and emission details, included tools, spare-parts list, manuals and warranty terms.

Maintenance planning and total cost of ownership

Daily inspection should cover engine fluids, cooling, filters, hoses, cylinders, pins, bushings, tyres, wheel fasteners, brakes, steering, lights, buckets, cutting edges, stabilizers and visible leaks. Planned service intervals must follow the supplied manual. Compare fuel, filters, wear parts, tyre life, attachment maintenance, operator training, planned downtime, transport and local technician access—not only the purchase price.

Parts, dealers and repeat-business support

Distributors and rental fleets can position the 388 around verified applications instead of presenting only a specification table. A stronger local offer combines site qualification, a digging and loading demonstration, operator handover, preventive-maintenance planning and identified fast-moving parts. For configuration, service and dealer discussions, contact the MYZG export team with the intended market and job profile.

CE, EPA, export service and buyer confidence

CE-related evidence, engine-emission documents and destination compliance depend on the final configuration and market, so they should be requested and checked in writing. EPA applies only where the selected engine and destination require it; this page does not assume a certificate number. MYZG can support configuration review, pre-shipment inspection, export packing, manuals, shipping documents, parts identification and after-sales communication. Cooperation references should be shared only when permission and verifiable facts are available.

Frequently asked questions

How deep can the 388 backhoe loader dig?

The verified source specification lists a maximum digging depth of 4085 mm, a 0.3 m³ rear bucket and a 3795 mm backhoe dumping height. Actual productivity depends on soil, bucket, operator and setup.

What can the front loader handle?

The reference lists 2500 kg front-loader capacity, a 1.0 m³ bucket and 2760 mm dumping height. Material density and the final attachment must be considered before confirming safe performance.

How should I request a quotation?

Send the job, material, trench, load, height, climate, attachment, emission, transport and service requirements. MYZG can then prepare a written job-matched proposal instead of an incomplete price-only answer.

Get a job-matched 388 quotation

Share your application, destination port and required attachments. The export team will review configuration, documentation, packing and parts support before issuing the quotation.

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