Electrification meets high performance
Komatsu PC4000-11E hydraulic mining excavator merges powerful digging with sustainability goals
Komatsu’s new PC4000-11E hydraulic mining excavator made a big splash at this year’s MINExpo. Showgoers saw an electrically powered hydraulic mining excavator that merges the substantial digging force of high-performance diesel machines with sustainability goals. Built to endure tough mining operations, the PC4000-11E also features robust components designed for exceptional durability and reliability in harsh conditions.
This innovative excavator was engineered with an electric drive designed to reduce emissions from the machine. Combined with the Komatsu Trolley Truck Assist System, you can feel empowered to drive toward your sustainability goals. Plus, an electrically powered hydraulic mining excavator can help reduce operating costs by eliminating diesel fuel. This may result in up to 47% savings in the total cost of ownership compared to conventional Tier 4 diesel drives.*
Other key features and benefits:
- The fully automatic cable drum is designed for easy operation of the electrically driven excavator in a backhoe configuration
- The automatic winding of the cable makes maneuvering in the pit significantly easy to help save time
- Simplified electric machine control enables efficient troubleshooting and maintenance of the electrical system, contributing to overall availability
Komatsu Valve Adjustment Device
In addition to showcasing the PC4000-11E at MINExpo, Komatsu demonstrated one of its latest aftermarket solutions, the Komatsu Valve Adjustment Device (K-VAD). This device enables the effective adjustment of main and secondary relief valves on hydraulic mining excavators remotely from within the operator cabin, allowing service engineers to work away from high-pressure areas, which helps drive toward zero harm.
*Some Komatsu customers have realized up to 47% savings in total cost of ownership. These results are those of particular customers under their unique operational circumstances. Individual results may vary. Calculations are based on a comparison to the PC4000-11 diesel and assumes the following costs: diesel fuel: $1.20 USD/liter, electric power: $0.06 USD/kWh.
