Thomas 15S

Series: Thomas Mini Excavator

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The Thomas 15S belongs to the Thomas Mini Excavator series. The engine delivers 17 hp (12.5 kW), with a displacement of 952.1 cm³. Rated speed is 2,400 rpm. The unladen weight is 1,500 kg. The tank holds 23.8 litres. The pump delivers 46.6 l/min. Working pressure is 558.9 bar. The engine fitted is the L3E. The Thomas Mini Excavator series covers 5 models. Rated output within it ranges from 17 to 45.4 hp; the 15S sits at the bottom of that range with 17 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 25 above it with 26.4 hp. 21 Thomas models across 6 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model	L3Ecorrect
Power	17 hp (12.5 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,400 rpmcorrect
Displacement	952.1 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight	1,500 kgcorrect

Working data

Pump flow	46.6 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic pressure	558.9 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity	23.8 lcorrect

Other data

Height	2,231.1correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.3 kW/t (12 kW / 1.5 t)

Stronger than 23% of the mini excavators in the register — out of 400 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Thomas 15S have?

The Thomas 15S delivers 17 hp.

How much does the Thomas 15S weigh?

The unladen weight is 1,500 kg.

What engine does the Thomas 15S have?

952 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
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