Introducing demolition excavators
Four new Komatsu excavators boost reach and are easily customizable to a variety of demolition applications
Komatsu has four new demolition excavators in the North American market with the launch of its PC490HRD-11 high-reach demolition model and its PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 models with straight booms. The excavators have been successfully operating in the European market for more than 20 years, providing customers the opportunity to increase job site efficiency.
The PC490HRD-11 demolition excavator features the K100 boom change system that allows operators to quickly change the configuration from within the cab and without manually disconnecting either the hydraulic or electric lines, enabling operators to begin working within minutes of arriving at the job site and minimizing time for boom changes as the job progresses. The machine can reach up to 104 feet and includes a full demolition guarding package, excellent visibility from a 45-degree tilting cab, and an informative human/machine interface panel.
The PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 straight boom excavators boost reach, providing 22% to 26% more reach than standard excavators, with easy customization that allows users to program up to 15 different tools. The machines come with factory-installed plus-two hydraulic attachment piping.
Heavy-duty guarding
The demolition excavators 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 excavators to further increase machine versatility. All attachments are distributed by the Komatsu Attachment Group.
“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. “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.”
To learn more about Komatsu’s four new demolition excavators, visit https://www.komatsu.com/en/newsroom/2024/komatsu-introduces-demolition-excavators-to-north-america/.
