Komatsu is importing a new portfolio of demolition excavators to the North American market.
For more than two decades, the Komatsu PC490HRD-11, PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 demolition excavators have been successfully operating in the European market.
Now, the machines are available to the North American demolition industry.
“Komatsu understands that the demolition industry is a fast growing and evolving segment that demands new product innovation,” said Bruce Boebel, Director of Products and Services at Komatsu.
“We are excited to be able to now provide this family of demolition excavator solutions in support of the industry, offering the ability to quickly customize for different working environments and provide versatility and efficiency at the job site.”
K100 boom change system
The PC490HRD-11 demolition excavator features the K100 boom change system, which enabling operators to start working within minutes of arriving at a job site. The boom change system also minimizes the time required to change booms as the job progresses. The machine can reach up to 31.7 metres and includes a full demolition guarding package, excellent visibility from a 45-degree tilting cab and an informative human/machine interface panel.
Equipped with a 362-hp engine, the PC490HRD-11 features an operating weight of 55,200 kg to 75,830 kg and a 5,000-kg maximum attachment weight.
The PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 straight boom excavators boost reach, providing 22 per cent to 26 per cent more reach than standard excavators with customization that allows users to program up to 15 different tools.
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The operating weight of the three straight boom machines ranges from 30,445 kg to 48,760 kg and engine power of 196 hp to 359 hp.
The machines are built to tackle tough demolition jobs with robust protection elements like heavy-duty revolving frame and under guards, bucket cylinder guard, boom light protection guards and reinforced attachment linkage.
Komatsu’s additional product line of Lehnhoff quick couplers and Montabert demolition attachments can be paired with the demolition excavators to further increase the versatility of these machines.
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