Quality Aftermarket Final Drives for Airman Excavators

Airman mini excavators combine reliable Japanese engineering with smooth hydraulic performance and a compact footprint. Built in partnership with Hitachi and sharing key components with the proven ZX series, Airman machines deliver premium performance in a tight, efficient package.

Across New Zealand, Airman mini excavators are trusted by builders, landscapers, councils, utility crews, and hire fleets. Compact models from 1.7T to 3.5T handle residential earthworks, driveway preparation, post drilling, and retaining wall construction. Their zero‑tail swing design makes them ideal for urban infrastructure work, trenching along footpaths and laying fibre or water lines without disrupting traffic. Farmers and lifestyle block owners rely on Airman machines for drain cleaning, track maintenance, and general property upkeep.

Need a replacement final drive for your Airman?

A worn or failed final drive can stop work fast, even on a machine known for reliability. Choosing a quality replacement can help reduce downtime and avoid unnecessary expense.

At NZ Final Drives, we supply quality new aftermarket final drives for Airman excavators. Our drives are sourced from a carefully selected manufacturer, independently assessed by a New Zealand-qualified metallurgist, and backed by a two-year unlimited-hour warranty.

If you need a reliable replacement final drive, technical advice on fitment, or help identifying the right drive for your model, we are here to help keep your machine running smoothly.

Airman Excavator Models We Supply Final Drives For

We supply replacement final drives for airman excavators in the AX Mini Series including both current NZ‑present machines and legacy variants that may still appear in contractor fleets, auctions, or older imports.

Before we supply your Airman final drive, we check the important specifications and let you know why the recommended drive is a suitable match for your machine.

Your drive is sent in a plywood box with practical installation details, including port layout and thread sizes, to help make fitting straightforward.

If you need an adaptor, we can also suggest local supplier options.

    • AX 08

    • AX 12

    • AX 12‑2

    • AX 15

    • AX 15‑2

    • AX 16

    • AX 16‑2N

    • AX 17

    • AX 17‑2

    • AX 17‑2N

    • AX 17‑U4 (legacy / older import)

    • AX 18

    • AX 18‑2

    • AX 18‑3

    • AX 22

    • AX 22‑2

    • AX 22‑U4

    • AX 25

    • AX 25‑2

    • AX 25‑3 (legacy / older import)

    • AX 27U

    • AX 27U‑5F

    • AX 29UE

    • AX 30

    • AX 30‑2

    • AX 30UR

    • AX 30UR‑2 (legacy / older import)

    • AX 30U‑3

    • AX 30U‑4

    • AX 30U‑5F

    • AX 32

    • AX 33MU

    • AX 35‑2

    • AX 35U‑4

    • AX 35U‑5F

    • AX 36U

    • AX 40

    • AX 40U

    • AX 45‑2

    • AX 48

    • AX 50

    • AX 55

    • AX 55‑U6

Our range within each Airman model continues to grow as additional Airman models become available.

Can't Find Your Airman Model?

If your Airman excavator isn't listed above, don't worry. We can source final drives for many additional Airman models. Simply get in touch with your excavator model and, if available, the serial number or details from your existing final drive. We'll help identify the correct replacement before you place your order.

Why Choose NZ Final Drives?

When you choose NZ Final Drives, you're dealing with a New Zealand business that specialises exclusively in replacement excavator final drives.

  • Quality new aftermarket final drives for Airman excavators

  • Two-year unlimited-hour warranty

  • Independently verified product quality

  • Competitive New Zealand pricing

  • Expert advice before you buy

  • Friendly, personalised customer service

  • Fast delivery throughout New Zealand

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Need Help Finding the Right Airman Final Drive?

Need Help Finding the Right Airman Final Drive?

If you're unsure which Komatsu final drive is right for your excavator, we're here to help.

Give us a call, send us an email or complete the enquiry form below. We'll help identify the correct replacement final drive for your machine and answer any questions before you buy.

Contact NZ Final Drives

Sales:
Caron
027 201 3452

Technical Advice:
Jeremy
027 611 6053

Email:
nzfinaldrives@gmail.com

Monday - Friday:
8AM—6PM

Saturday:
10AM — 2PM