Name: HUAYEE HY480D Mini Skid Steer
SKU: HY480D
Price: 7999 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (43 reviews)

23 HP

B&S V-Twin Engine

1,764 lbs

Max Lift Capacity

100 L/min

Triple-Pump Flow

43"

Working Width

$3,300

Savings vs. List

Free

Freight Included

Product Overview

HUAYEE HY480D Mini Skid Steer

The HUAYEE HY480D is the machine that changes the economics of small-site work. At $7,999 with free freight, it delivers a ride-on, sit-down operating experience, a 1,764 lb max lift capacity, and a triple-pump hydraulic system — features you'd expect to pay $14,000+ for in the traditional dealer channel.

The sit-down configuration is a genuine differentiator. Stand-on compact loaders accumulate operator fatigue fast — on a full day of material handling, back and leg fatigue limit productivity. The HY480D's suspension seat reduces operator fatigue and enables longer, more productive shifts. The full canopy provides protection from sun, light rain, and falling debris.

The 3-pump, 3-valve hydraulic system delivers 100 L/min of combined flow, enabling simultaneous boom lift, tilt, and drive without lag or power drop. Most sub-$10,000 compact loaders run a single pump, which forces you to choose between driving and tilting simultaneously. The HY480D runs both at full speed.

At 43 inches wide, the HY480D fits through standard residential gates and barn doorways while delivering a 1,235 lb rated load capacity (800 kg) with a 1,764 lb max lift (tipping load). The universal quick-attach plate is compatible with over 20 attachment types — buckets, pallet forks, augers, brush cutters, snow blades, and more — making this machine as versatile as machines twice its price.

Key Features

Built For Working Contractors

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Ride-On Sit-Down Operation

Suspension seat eliminates the lower-back and leg fatigue that accumulates on stand-on machines. Operators are more productive at hour 6 than they'd be on a stand-on machine.

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Triple-Pump Hydraulic System

3-pump, 3-valve hydraulic system delivering 100 L/min enables simultaneous boom lift, tilt, and drive at full speed — no lag, no slowdown when running multiple functions.

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23HP Briggs & Stratton Engine

Commercial-grade V-Twin gasoline engine. Wide dealer network for parts and service. Proven in thousands of commercial applications across North America.

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1,764 lbs Max Lift Capacity

Substantial lift capacity above the 1,235 lb rated load provides a proper safety margin and the muscle needed for heavy material handling — gravel, pallets, logs, and more.

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Full Canopy Standard

Protective canopy included with every machine — not an upgrade. Provides protection from sun, light rain, and falling debris for all-day comfort.

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43" Working Width

Narrow enough to fit through standard residential and agricultural gate openings while maintaining full lift and breakout force on the job site.

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Universal Quick-Attach

Compatible with over 20 attachment types from all major manufacturers — buckets, forks, augers, brush cutters, snow blades, grapples — without adapter plates.

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LED Work Lighting

Front-facing LED lights for early morning and late evening operations. Included standard, not as an added-cost option.

Use Cases

What This Machine Is Built For

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Landscaping & Lawn Care

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Material Handling

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Farm & Ranch Work

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Pallet & Load Moving

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Snow Removal

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Brush Cutting

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Construction Site Cleanup

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Gravel & Mulch Spreading

Technical Data

Complete Specifications

All specifications are factory-verified. Contact us if you need data for a specific application.

Performance
Rated Load Capacity	1,235 lbs (560 kg)
Max Lift Capacity	1,764 lbs (800 kg)
Max Lifting Height	2,450 mm (96 in)
Max Dump Height	1,470–1,870 mm
Travel Speed	0–5 km/h (0–3.1 mph)
Max Grade Ability	30%
Engine & Hydraulics
Engine	Briggs & Stratton V-Twin, 23 HP
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Hydraulic System	3-pump, 3-valve
Hydraulic Flow Rate	100 L/min
System Pressure	17 MPa
Fuel Tank	25 L (6.6 gal)
Hydraulic Oil Tank	25 L (6.6 gal)
Dimensions & Weight
Operating Weight	~2,050 lbs (930 kg)
Overall Length	2,344 mm (92 in)
Overall Width	1,087 mm (42.8 in)
Overall Height	1,290 mm (50.8 in)
Wheel Track	907.5 mm (35.7 in)
Wheel Base	710 mm (27.9 in)
Ground Clearance	110 mm (4.3 in)
Min. Turning Radius	1,354 mm (53 in)
Bucket & Attachments
Bucket Volume	0.15 m³
Bucket Width	1,140 mm (44.9 in)
Bucket Rotation Angle	33°
Attachment System	Universal quick-attach
Certifications	CE, EPA

Specifications subject to change without notice. Contact us to confirm specs for your specific configuration.

In The Box

Everything Included At No Extra Charge

Every machine ships with the complete package described below. No hidden extras to source separately.

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Standard Bucket

1,140mm wide, 0.15m³

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Suspension Seat

Adjustable with seatbelt

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Full Canopy

Sun, rain, and debris protection

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LED Work Lights

Front-facing LED lighting

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Keys & Manuals

Operator manual, keys, warranty card

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Tool Kit

Basic maintenance tools and spares

All items above ship with the machine on a single freight delivery. Free freight is included to the lower 48 contiguous states. Delivery typically arrives within 15–30 business days. Our carrier will contact you to schedule a delivery window.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers from our technical team. Call us if your question isn't here.

What engine does the HY480D come with?+

The US market version ships with a 23 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin gasoline engine. A Honda engine variant is also available. Both are commercially rated and widely supported by dealers across the US.

What is the difference between rated load and max lift capacity?+

The rated load capacity (1,235 lbs / 560 kg) is the load the machine is designed to carry safely in normal operation. The max lift capacity (1,764 lbs / 800 kg) is the tipping load — the maximum the machine can physically lift before tipping. Working at rated load provides the proper safety margin.

What attachments are compatible?+

The HY480D uses a universal quick-attach plate compatible with standard skid steer attachments from all major manufacturers. This includes buckets, pallet forks, augers, brush cutters, snow blades, grapples, and box blades.

How wide is the machine — will it fit through my gate?+

The machine is 1,087 mm (42.8 inches) wide. Most standard residential and agricultural gates are 48 inches or wider, so the HY480D fits through the majority of gate openings.

Is this a ride-on or stand-on machine?+

Ride-on, sit-down with a suspension seat. This is a key differentiator vs. stand-on compact loaders in the same price range — significantly more comfortable for full-day operation.

What are the US warehouse locations?+

We stock machines in Corona, CA (Los Angeles area) and Pennsauken, NJ (Philadelphia area), enabling faster delivery across most of the continental US.

Customer Reviews

HUAYEE HY480D Mini Skid Steer — Owner Reviews

4.7

★★★★★

43 reviews

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Kevin B.

Orlando, FL

February 20, 2026

★★★★★

Best Compact Loader Under $10K — Period

I compared this to a tracked mini loader from a competitor at $14,200 and a stand-on wheel loader at $11,800. Neither had a sit-down seat, neither had triple-pump hydraulics, and neither came with a canopy standard. The HY480D outspecced both at $7,999. After 3 months of landscaping and mulch work in Central Florida heat, the sit-down configuration is genuinely less fatiguing. My operator is more productive at hour 6 than he was on the stand-on machine.

✓ Verified Purchase

Maria S.

Boise, ID

April 5, 2026

★★★★★

The Ride-On Difference Is Real — I Won't Go Back

Came from a stand-on machine I ran for 4 years. The suspension seat on the HY480D changes full-day work completely. No lower back fatigue by 3pm. The triple pump is the other revelation — I can drive while tilting the bucket simultaneously at full speed. On the stand-on machine, doing both at once meant one or both functions slowed. For farm work — moving hay bales, gravel, loading feeders — this machine is exceptional.

✓ Verified Purchase

Derrick H.

Charlotte, NC

May 18, 2026

★★★★☆

Triple Pump Handles Simultaneous Functions Without Lag

The hydraulic system is the real story on this machine. I do commercial landscaping — moving pallets, spreading mulch, cleaning up job sites. The ability to drive full speed while curling the bucket without any lag or slowdown is a genuine productivity gain over single-pump machines I've used. Also, 43 inches wide means it fits through almost every residential fence gate I encounter. Docking one star for delivery time — took 22 business days to California, though the machine arrived in perfect condition.

✓ Verified Purchase

Tom P.

Sacramento, CA

July 14, 2026

★★★★★

Paid For Itself In 14 Weeks Versus Renting

I was renting a comparable loader 3 days a week at $385/day — $1,155/week. At that rate, the HY480D paid for itself in about 7 weeks of my rental schedule. The machine has now been running 5 months with zero issues. The B&S engine is serviced at any small engine shop. The universal attachment system means I can use all my existing bucket and fork attachments without buying new tooling. Should have bought this two years ago.

✓ Verified Purchase

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