Kobelco/REMU Amphibian Excavator Goes to Work Down Under

Our Australian friends at Brisvegas Machinery have delivered a highly specialised Kobelco SK200-10 excavator, fitted with a Remu E22 amphibious track set, to long-standing partner Ezyquip Hire. This bespoke machine is purpose-built to operate in the challenging terrain of Far North Queensland and marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two companies.

Manufactured in Finland, the Remu E22 undercarriage transforms the Kobelco SK200-10 into a purpose-built, versatile solution for swamp, wetland, and shallow water environments. The Big Float system features wide pontoons and hydraulically extendable tracks, offering superior stability and mobility in soft terrain. Remu’s amphibious undercarriages are globally recognised for their performance in dredging, environmental restoration, and waterway maintenance.

The Kobelco SK200-10 is a proven performer in civil and mining applications, known for its fuel efficiency, smooth hydraulics, and robust construction. This particular unit has been customised with an extended boom & stick, providing additional reach for aquatic work. The bucket will primarily be used to manoeuvre the machine through water, swamp, and dam environments—an innovative adaptation tailored to the conditions in Weipa.

Ezyquip Hire, established in 2008, has built a strong reputation for delivering results across Australia’s civil and mining sectors. Their extensive fleet and experienced team have enabled them to take on some of the country’s most demanding projects. This latest addition to their fleet reflects their commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

Nick Darcy, National Business Development Manager at Ezyquip, worked closely with Kane Bennett, Managing Director of Brisvegas Machinery, to bring this project to life. The successful delivery was made possible through the combined efforts of both organisations, including field staff, project managers, logistics teams, and technical support.

“This project is a great example of what can be achieved when trust, innovation, and strong relationships come together,” said Kane Bennett. “The partnership between Brisvegas and Ezyquip goes beyond business—it’s built on years of collaboration, mutual respect, delivering a machine this unique is a proud moment for our team.”

The amphibious SK200-10 is now en-route to its deployment site, where it will begin operations in terrain that demands both engineering precision and adaptability, and we hope to have more coverage of this stunning machine at work in a future post here on the Digger Man Blog.  

Checkout this video from REMU featuring an E22 amphibious undercarrige in action in its native Finland.