Hyundai Front End Loaders

HPE Africa is the proud supplier of Hyundai Front End Loaders across Southern Africa.

When you’re running aggregate yards, quarries, or mining operations in Africa, your Front End Loader needs to deliver consistent performance across extended shifts. Hyundai’s range—from the compact HL635VL to the heavy-duty HL780-9S—provides the bucket capacity, breakout force, and reliability that African operations require. 

The Range

Compact Models

HL635VL and HL665VL

These loaders work effectively in confined material yards. The HL635VL provides 1.7m³ bucket capacity with 96kN breakout force, while the HL665VL delivers 3.0m³ capacity with 159kN breakout force. Both feature tight turning radii for established yards with limited space. 

Mid-Range Workhorses

HL730-9S through HL760-9S 

This is where most aggregate operations find optimal capacity. The HL757-9S, with its 2.7m³ bucket and 164HP engine, handles daily loading of 25-30 ton haul trucks efficiently. The HL760-9S steps up to 3.1m³ capacity for larger operations. 

Heavy-Duty Production

HL775-9S and HL780-9S 

For loading 40+ ton trucks in open-pit mining or high-volume aggregate work, these models deliver. The HL775-9S provides 4.5m³ capacity with 285HP, while the HL780-9S tops the range at 5.1m³ bucket capacity with 331HP. Both feature Cummins QSM11 engines that maintain power at altitude. 

Built for African Conditions

Hydraulic Performance Load-sensing hydraulic systems adjust pump flow based on demand, delivering faster cycles without excessive fuel consumption. The HL780-9S completes full load cycles in approximately 11 seconds, translating to 180+ tons per hour in well-organized operations. 

Cooling and Reliability Parallel-mounted cooler configurations with aluminum bar-plate construction resist dust clogging and prevent overheating during continuous operation in 45°C temperatures—conditions common in African quarries. 

Visibility and Safety Cabs provide sightlines to bucket edges, tire positions, and surrounding work areas. Rounded front glass (17% wider than previous generations) reduces blind spots during truck spotting and stockpile work. 

Selecting the Right Model

Match to Your Haul Trucks: 

  • 20-25 ton trucks: HL730-9S or HL740-9S 

Material density affects bucket selection. High-density materials require smaller buckets than low-density aggregates for the same truck payload. 

Site Considerations Turning radius matters in confined spaces. The HL757-9S provides a 5.7m turning radius—tight enough for established quarries. The HL780-9S turns in 6.2m and works best in open operations. 

Maintenance and Support

Ground-level service access and extended intervals (hydraulic oil: 5,000 hours, transmission: 4,000 hours) reduce downtime. We stock genuine parts across our branches and provide technical support through qualified technicians.

Getting It Right

Talk to HPE Africa about your specific operation—haul truck capacity, material density, site conditions, and shift patterns. We'll recommend the model that delivers the lowest cost per ton moved in your application, without overselling capacity you don't need. Contact us to discuss which Hyundai Front End Loader configuration matches your requirements.