When you work smaller jobs — the type that typically take only a few hours to complete — the ability to schedule several jobs a day is important. That means time is money.
For contractors looking for an excavator that can help complete jobs faster, Komatsu’s upgraded PC130LC-11 with a longer undercarriage design increases lifting capacity by up to 20% compared to the previous model. This durable, reliable and productive 97.2 hp small conventional tail-swing excavator is easily transportable, and according to Andrew Earing, director of tracked products for Komatsu, it offers a unique combination of lightweight power and agility in a small package.
“The upgraded PC130LC-11 excavator can easily handle a wide variety of utility work or small construction jobs,” Earing says. “It provides a versatile workhorse for you as your business expands and grows.”
Engineered for efficiency, the PC130LC-11 uses up to 12% less fuel than Komatsu’s previous similar-sized model, the PC130-8. Fuel consumption on this excavator can also be reduced with an auto idle shutdown feature that can be set to automatically stop the engine after a preset amount of idle time. The Komatsu diesel oxidation catalyst helps reduce particulate matter by using passive regeneration over 98% of the time. An equipment management monitoring system continuously monitors machine operation and vital systems to identify machine issues and assist with troubleshooting.
Komatsu excavators benefit from fast cycle times, seamless multifunction motions, exacting bucket movements and exceptional lifting capabilities. On the updated PC130LC-11, high hydraulic pressures help optimize high arm and bucket digging forces. For long-term durability, steel castings in the boom foot, boom nose and arm tip help spread working loads away from high-stress areas. In addition, a longer undercarriage design increases track length by 8%, improving lifting capacity by 20% versus the previous model. This new design also increases stability and can help to boost overall productivity. A variable-flow turbocharger improves engine response and provides optimum airflow under all speed and load conditions. The large one-piece hood, ground-level grease points, engine oil and fuel filters provide quick-and-easy service access for this upgraded excavator.
“A powerful engine and heavy-duty work equipment provide exceptional performance in an easy to transport package,” says Earing. “A conventional cab provides a quiet, comfortable and spacious work environment.”
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