Komatsu has announced the launch of one new 4-tonne skid steer loader and one new 5-tonne compact track loader at bauma 2025 in Munich, Germany. The new compact track loader prototype and skid steer loader prototype join the “dash 8” range to deliver unbeatable customer values to the loader sector. They are specifically focused on…

Komatsu has revealed an upgraded line of mini excavators. The updated lineup incorporates several new features designed to improve safety, operator comfort, and versatility.  “We’re excited to introduce the updated generation of our mini excavators,” said Emanuele Viel, group manager for compact line. “We listened to our customers and focused on enhancing the features that…

Komatsu Europe has revealed the details of three new demolition attachments to add to their existing range. These include an all new static pulveriser, rotating pulveriser and demolition crusher. The new demolition attachments  achieve short cycle times by using large hydraulic components for maximized oil flow and a custom-made speed valve. On the mechanical side,…

Komatsu has announced the new WA700 wheel loader, engineered with increased levels of safety and productivity, exceptional durability, and impeccable environmental credentials. Working from customers’ input, Komatsu identified that safety, cost per tonne produced, CO2 emission, maximising uptime, and operator well-being were the key concerns of customers. These insights were integral to the development process,…

New module replicates Komatsu PC490HRD with K100 boom change system Komatsu has revealed the expansion of their model range of Komatsu simulators with the new K100 High Reach Demolition Excavator Simulator. The Komatsu simulator add-on module for demolition excavators is designed based on the Komatsu PC490HRD excavator and features the company’s unique K100 boom change…

Komatsu has combined Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernise its Smart Construction Edge solution, in partnership with technology giant Sony as part of the EarthBrain joint-venture across Komatsu, NTT Communications, Sony Semiconductor and Nomura Research Institute, to champion digitalisation and advancement in drone surveying processes. The innovative Edge solution is a unique device that works to…

Komatsu has launched its latest generation of wheel loaders, the WA475-11 and WA485-11. These two new models have improved efficiency in terms of fuel consumption and payload and bucket capacity and reduced emissions. Power and Efficiency At the heart of new Dash 11 generation wheel loaders is a newly developed Komatsu diesel engine which is…

Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has invested in a new Komatsu HD605-8 rigid dumper. With its reserves of high purity calcium carbonate, the Derbyshire-based company produces over 100 critical mineral products which go into everyday essentials such as animal feeds, glass and adhesives. The dumper comes with the latest Komatsu technology and increased power. Auto engine shut…

Komatsu has introduced a significant upgrade to its crawler excavator operator cab that acknowledges that operator comfort is key to jobsite efficiency. “We already provide our customers with highly productive and efficient machines,” says Vince Porteous, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe. “With the new operator cab, we’ve taken a significant step forward by increasing operator…

Komatsu Europe has introduced a new sorting and demolition grapple range, the latest addition to the Komatsu attachments portfolio. The new grapple range includes all grapples coming as standard with a load control valve included. The main areas of focus were on low maintenance cost and a long lifetime of the attachments. This was achieved…

Komatsu has revealed three new electric mini excavators at Intermat 2024, the international exhibition for construction and infrastructure. The new models, the PC20E, PC26E, and PC33E complete with new cab specification, are especially focused on the European market, and offer customers a sustainable and powerful solution for a variety of excavation tasks. “Komatsu is committed…

Komatsu Europe has revealed the latest addition to its lineup, the HD605-10 rigid dump truck. The manufacturer claims that this ‘Large Class’ machine “sets new benchmarks in safety, productivity, durability, and environmental responsibility.” Designed to maximise productivity while minimising operational costs, the HD605-10 comes with enhanced engine power and torque, along with cutting-edge fuel-saving technologies….

The Komatsu tracked excavator is a great example of the choice available from advertiser Ridgway Rentals on page 15 of this week’s magazine. The company has excavators from 2018 to 2020 including a 2018 Komatsu PC490LC-11 with 5,100 hours, a 2019 PC360LC-11 and a 2020 PC228USLC-11. Remember, there is always a huge choice of Komatsu…

There’s a choice of Komatsu PC210 LC tracked excavators heading through the Malcolm Harrison sale at Prees, Shropshire on the 20th April. If you are keen on one of these machines, you may have to spread yourself thin, as there are some similar excavators going under the hammer at the CVA sale on the same…

Komatsu has signed a multi-year deal with Williams Racing to become the Principal Partner of the British team from the start of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship (F1) season. Komatsu was a key partner of Williams Racing in Formula One during the 1980s and 1990s, a period of abundant success for the team….

Komatsu plans to introduce the 13-ton class PC138E-11 electric excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery to the domestic Japanese market as a rental machine in January 2024 or later. Komatsu also plans to introduce it to European markets, following Japan. As a market for electrified construction equipment has not yet been established, Komatsu is working…

With the PW168-11 and PW198-11 wheeled excavators Komatsu expands its product range of short-tail models, rounding up the operating weights of these popular machines up to 20 tonnes. The new machines are compact and easy to transport, powerful, comfortable, versatile, reliable and durable, as per the most frequently expressed customer requests, which led to their…

Komatsu now offers Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance kit as a technological enhancement for a broad range of standard Komatsu machines as well as mixed fleets. This launch hopes to provide Komatsu customers with technological solutions that improve safety, enhance productivity and efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions in construction operations. Jim Venerus, Product Marketing General…

Komatsu have launched Smart Quarry Site, a tool that they claim can improve the productivity and fuel efficiency of a quarry. The tool allows operators to monitor and improve workplace safety in real time while reducing overall emissions on site. The system is scheduled to be released by Komatsu at the end of 2023, following…

Komatsu has revealed the details of its latest mini digger for sale, the PC33E-6 a new 3-ton class electric mini excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery. Designed to set new standards in emission-free operation, with exceptional performance and unrivalled safety features, this cutting-edge new machine leads the way to a future of clean and caring…