2021 Sany SY265LR Diesel

Hours: 2890 | Year: 2021 | Make: Sany | Model: SY265LR | Category: Excavator

Overview

This 2021 Sany SY265LR long reach crawler Excavator offers the reach, stability, and reliability serious earthmoving and waterway contractors demand, with only 2,890 hours and a proven diesel powerplant. Listed under NLEQ inventory number 146988 and priced at $129,875, it represents a compelling opportunity to add a long arm excavator to your fleet without the cost and lead time of buying new. Every machine NLEQ sells is carefully inspected and tested before listing, so you can move forward with confidence knowing you are reviewing accurate, honest, and practical information tailored to real jobsite needs.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Sany
• Model: SY265LR
• Year: 2021
• Category: Excavator
• Hours: 2890
• NLEQ Inventory #: 146988
• Price: $129,875
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Drive: Crawler
• Configuration: Long Reach (Long Arm)

Condition

NLEQ’s process means this Sany SY265LR has been inspected and tested prior to being offered for sale. The hour meter reads 2,890, reflecting active service consistent with a 2021 unit and leaving ample working life ahead when maintained correctly. As with all used heavy equipment, buyers are encouraged to review photos, request a walk-around video, and schedule an on-site or third‑party inspection to confirm cosmetics and operational details specific to your standards and application. Our team will provide an accurate, straightforward condition brief and answer technical questions to help you make a confident purchasing decision.

Advantages

• Long reach capability: The SY265LR’s long arm configuration allows you to work from a safer, more stable position while reaching farther into waterways, behind obstacles, or across slopes. Fewer machine repositionings translate into faster cycle times, lower ground disturbance, and reduced site prep. For ditch cleaning, pond and lagoon work, canal maintenance, and shoreline protection, a long reach excavator often accomplishes tasks that standard boom machines simply cannot.
• Diesel efficiency and torque: Diesel power delivers the low-end torque excavators need for controlled digging, smooth lifting, and steady hydraulic performance. It also aligns with refueling logistics already on most jobsites, simplifying fleet operations and ensuring consistent uptime. The broad availability of ultra-low sulfur diesel and established service expertise make diesel a practical, long-term choice for high-duty-cycle earthmoving.
• Crawler undercarriage stability: A crawler drive distributes machine weight for excellent flotation and traction, particularly on soft, saturated, or uneven terrain. The wide footprint enhances stability when operating a long arm, helping maintain precise control at reach while minimizing ground pressure and protecting sensitive substrates such as levees, shorelines, and marsh edges.
• Modern 2021 build: A recent model year means contemporary design, refined hydraulics, and improved operator ergonomics compared to older fleets. This can translate to smoother metering, better fuel utilization, and a more predictable operating experience—key for productivity and operator satisfaction across long shifts.
• Balanced hours: With 2,890 hours, this excavator has meaningful field time yet remains well within the expected service envelope for a machine of this class and age. It is a practical balance for buyers seeking proven reliability without the premium of near-zero-hour units.
• Brand credibility: Sany has established itself globally with heavy equipment built for productivity and straightforward serviceability. The SY265LR reflects that approach, delivering the long reach specialization contractors need while retaining familiar excavator controls and maintenance routines.

Applications

Long reach excavators expand what’s possible on projects where access, reach, and ground conditions are challenging. The 2021 Sany SY265LR is purpose-built for tasks where a standard excavator can’t physically reach or would require extensive temporary works. Typical applications include:

• Ditch cleaning and drainage improvement where long reach reduces the need to enter the channel, preserving banks and minimizing restoration work.
• Canal and levee maintenance, enabling operators to shape slopes, clear vegetation, or remove sediment while working from safe distances.
• Ponds, lagoons, and retention basins, where the machine can perform dredging, desilting, or liner touch-ups without compromising embankments.
• Shoreline protection and riprap placement, allowing accurate placement from stable ground and better control over material distribution.
• Bridge and culvert approaches, clearing debris and restoring flow without placing the machine in hazardous positions.
• Pipeline and utility trench work across difficult terrain, reducing the need to build pads or access roads in environmentally sensitive areas.
• Industrial and site development applications such as slope grading, settling pond maintenance, and stockpile management when reach is a limiting factor.

Because the machine is a crawler excavator with a long arm, it is especially effective where underfoot conditions are uncertain and where working from the edge is more efficient and safer than moving closer to the work area.

Ownership Value

For many contractors, a used long reach excavator offers the best balance of capability and cost. New long arm machines can require significant capital and long lead times. By acquiring a 2021 Sany SY265LR at $129,875, you sidestep early depreciation, reduce your cost per productive hour, and place specialized capability into service immediately. Diesel power simplifies fueling and service across mixed fleets, and crawler architecture helps protect jobsites while delivering consistent traction and control. Over the life of the machine, these fundamentals support predictable ownership costs and competitive bid pricing.

Serviceability and parts access are practical considerations as well. Sany’s growing OEM presence means parts and support channels continue to mature, and the SY265 platform’s straightforward design philosophy is a plus for maintenance teams. NLEQ’s inspection-first approach further supports ownership value by aligning expectations before purchase, saving time and preventing surprises once the unit arrives at your yard.

Why this SY265LR

Choosing the right long reach excavator comes down to real-world productivity. This 2021 Sany SY265LR combines the reach needed for waterways and slope work with the stability of a crawler undercarriage and the predictable power delivery of diesel hydraulics. The hour count—2,890—signals a machine that has been utilized yet remains well positioned for continued frontline service when maintained properly. By pairing the LR configuration with a modern build year, operators gain smoother controls and enhanced comfort compared to older machines, which can directly impact cycle consistency and job pacing.

Beyond the specs, this unit’s value lies in the tasks it unlocks. It reduces the need for temporary road building, cofferdams, and repeated repositioning. It can allow crews to work from the high side of slopes or shorelines, improving safety margins and minimizing ground disturbance. For contractors who routinely bid drainage, environmental, municipal, or industrial work with limited access, the SY265LR is a force multiplier—capable, practical, and ready for tasks a standard boom cannot touch.

Why Buy from NLEQ

NLEQ is a trusted leader in used heavy construction equipment, known for accurate listings and a deep understanding of contractor needs. Every excavator we offer is tested and inspected prior to sale so you can evaluate a unit with clarity. We focus on delivering machines that are work-ready for real jobsites, backed by transparent information and responsive communication. Our team speaks the language of field productivity and can help you match this Sany SY265LR to your intended application, discuss transport options, and coordinate inspections promptly.

When you purchase from NLEQ, you are working with a partner invested in your uptime and long-term success. We earn repeat business by giving buyers the facts they need, pricing fairly, and standing behind the representations we make about our equipment. For specialized machines like long reach excavators, that experience matters.

Next Steps

If this 2021 Sany SY265LR long reach crawler Excavator aligns with your scope of work, reference NLEQ inventory number 146988 when you contact us. We will provide a current condition brief, additional photos or video on request, and a delivery quote to your jobsite or yard. At $129,875, this is a strong value for a diesel, crawler, long arm excavator with 2,890 hours—ready to go to work on waterways, slopes, and hard-to-reach excavation tasks.

• Request a detailed condition report and walk-around video
• Schedule an on-site or third‑party inspection
• Discuss delivery logistics and timing for your location
• Secure the machine to align with your project schedule

Contact NLEQ today to move forward on this Sany SY265LR and put long reach capability to work for your next project.