swing drive

Every excavator has a swing drive, and a swing motor. But what's the difference?

What's a Swing Drive?

The swing drive is a hydraulically-driven component on an excavator

An excavator is a versatile and important machine in the construction industry. With new, smart tools and job-specific attachments, the range of work excavators perform continues to grow. However, many of its core parts remain the same, including the essential swing