XCMG, SANY, Zoomlion or Sunward Rotary Rig — Which Should You Choose?

Choosing between XCMG, SANY, Zoomlion and Sunward rotary rigs comes down to depth class, torque, parts support and budget. For 70–100 m bored piles all four cover the range; XCMG and SANY lead on torque and resale, Zoomlion on price, Sunward on a compact footprint. Indicative EXW China prices run USD 86,000–185,000.

What Separates the Four Brands on Spec?

XCMG and SANY sit at the top of the torque band (280–360 kN·m) and hold the strongest second-hand demand in export markets. Zoomlion's ZR series trades some torque for a lower price and lighter transport weight. Sunward's SWDM line is known for a compact mast and tight-site maneuverability. All four share Cummins-style diesel power and standard kelly-bar interfaces.

How Do They Compare on Depth, Torque and Price?

Brand / model	Max depth	Torque	Engine	Indicative EXW
XCMG XR280D	80 m	280 kN·m	270 kW	US$ 118,000–145,000
SANY SR285	85 m	285 kN·m	268 kW	US$ 120,000–150,000
Zoomlion ZR220A	70 m	220 kN·m	187 kW	US$ 86,000–108,000
Sunward SWDM280	85 m	280 kN·m	268 kW	US$ 110,000–138,000

For 1.5–2.5 m bored piles the four are interchangeable; for 2.5 m+ or hard stratum, XCMG XR360 (360 kN·m) is the safer pick.

Which Brand Fits Which Job Site?

High-rise in soft soil: any of the four; Zoomlion ZR220A is the cost-efficient default.
Hard clay / cobble: XCMG XR280D or SANY SR285 for the torque margin.
Tight urban lots: Sunward SWDM280 for the smaller transport envelope.
Deep 100 m piles: XCMG XR360.
Tightest budget: Zoomlion ZR220A, then Sunward SWDM280.

Pre-Selection Checklist

Confirm the required pile depth and diameter from the geotech report.
Match torque to the hardest stratum you will drill.
Check local parts availability for the brand you choose.
Compare resale demand in your destination market.
Verify the unit's year, hours and tooling before you quote freight.

How We Evaluated These Rigs

We compared the four brands on published specifications, our own inspection files and resale activity across Africa and Southeast Asia. Each unit below is in stock and inspected; prices are indicative EXW China confirmed against the listing.

Model	Max depth / dia.	Engine / torque	Year / hours	Indicative price (EXW)
XCMG XR280D	80 m / 2.5 m	270 kW / 280 kN·m	2019 / 3,600 h	US$ 118,000–145,000
SANY SR285	85 m / 2.5 m	268 kW / 285 kN·m	2020 / 3,100 h	US$ 120,000–150,000
Zoomlion ZR220A	70 m / 2.0 m	187 kW / 220 kN·m	2018 / 4,100 h	US$ 86,000–108,000
Sunward SWDM280	85 m / 2.5 m	268 kW / 280 kN·m	2019 / 3,500 h	US$ 110,000–138,000
XCMG XR360	100 m / 3.0 m	298 kW / 360 kN·m	2018 / 4,200 h	US$ 150,000–185,000

FAQ

Is XCMG better than SANY?

On torque and resale XCMG and SANY are close; the choice is usually driven by the specific depth/torque you need and local parts support.

Why is Zoomlion cheaper?

The ZR series targets a lighter weight class with lower torque, which reduces both price and transport cost.

Are Sunward rigs reliable for export?

Yes — the SWDM line is widely used and ships in a compact envelope; confirm parts supply in your market.

Do all four share tooling?

They use standard kelly-bar interfaces, but bucket and auger sizes differ by class — match tooling to the rig.

Can I get a firm quote?

Live units, photos and firm quotes: FairTradeMachinery rig inventory.

Sources

XCMG global — rotary drilling rig specifications: https://www.xcmg.com
SANY Group — rotary drilling rig product range: https://www.sanygroup.com
Zoomlion — foundation construction equipment: https://www.zoomlion.com
Sunward — rotary drilling rig product information: https://www.sunward.com
FairTradeMachinery — used drill rig inventory (live models & specs): /rigs.html Published: 2026-11-12 · Last reviewed: 2026-11-12 · By Author: 【Pace 】Equipment Inspector, FairTradeMachinery