X-Vac X-8 Hydro Excavator


The X-Vac X-8 Hydro Excavator delivers powerful, non-destructive excavation performance in a compact package built for utility work, municipal projects, and contractor applications. Its tandem axle design provides excellent maneuverability while maximizing legal payload, making it an ideal choice for potholing, daylighting, trenching, and other precision excavation tasks.

Despite its smaller footprint, the X-8 is engineered to handle demanding jobs with a high performance vacuum system, a 360 degree boom, and a durable water delivery system. The result is a hydro excavator that helps crews work efficiently while reducing the risk of damaging underground utilities.


  • Compact tandem axle design for outstanding maneuverability and transportability.
  • Up to 23,000 pound legal payload capacity for productive operation.
  • High performance 4,000 CFM vacuum blower rated at 27 inches Hg.
  • 360 degree top loading boom provides exceptional jobsite reach.
  • 8 inch vacuum system designed for efficient material removal.
  • 570 gallon freshwater capacity supports extended excavation time.
  • 20 GPM run dry water pump with up to 2,500 PSI operating pressure.
  • Insulated and heated enclosure for reliable all weather performance.
  • Lifetime warranty on the water tanks and debris body.
  • 400,000 BTU boiler for hot water excavation in cold conditions.
  • 200 CFM, 200 PSI air excavation package.
  • Custom paint and graphics.
  • Additional accessories and configurations to meet specific application requirements.

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