Comparison · Excavator
CASE CX210E vs Komatsu PC490LC-11
The Komatsu PC490LC-11 is about 123% heavier than the CASE CX210E (49,000 vs 21,970 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.
The Komatsu PC490LC-11 has about 125% more engine power (270 kW (362 hp) vs 120 kW (161 hp)).
Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Case and Komatsu in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.
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| Operating weight | 21,970 kg (48,400 lb) | 49,000 kg (108,000 lb) |
| Engine power | 120 kW (161 hp) | 270 kW (362 hp) |
| Net power (ISO 9249) | 120.4 kW (161 hp) at 1,800 rpm | — |
| Max. digging depth | 6.64 m (21 ft 9 in) with 2.94 m arm; 6.11 m (20 ft 1 in) with 2.40 m arm | — |
| Max. reach at ground level | 9.73 m (31 ft 11 in), 2.94 m arm | — |
| Bucket digging force (ISO 6015) | 142 kN (31,920 lbf); 154 kN (34,620 lbf) with auto power boost | — |
| Fuel tank | 410 L (108 US gal) LC; 320 L NLC | — |
| Engine model | FPT NEF6 (F4HGE613Z*V), 6 cylinders, common rail | — |
| Displacement | 6.7 L | — |
| Power (ISO 14396) | 124.0 kW (166 hp) at 1,800 rpm | — |
| Max. torque (ISO 9249) | 644 N·m (475 lbf·ft) at 1,600 rpm | — |
| Aftertreatment | SCRoF (SCR on filter), EGR-free | — |
| Emissions | EU Stage V | — |
| Main pumps | 2 variable-displacement axial piston pumps | — |
| Max. oil flow | 2 × 211 L/min (2 × 55.7 US gal/min) | — |
| Working pressure | 34.3 MPa; 37.3 MPa with auto power boost (4,975 / 5,410 psi) | — |
| Arm digging force (ISO 6015) | 123 kN (2.40 m arm) / 103 kN (2.94 m arm); 133 / 112 kN with boost | — |
| Swing speed | 11.5 rpm (LC/NLC) | — |
| Swing torque | 64,000 N·m (47,200 lbf·ft) | — |
| Travel speed (low / high) | 3.4 / 5.6 km/h (2.1 / 3.5 mph) | — |
| Drawbar pull | 188 kN (42,260 lbf) | — |
| Gradeability | 70% (35°) | — |
| Max. digging height | 9.61 m (31 ft 6 in), 2.94 m arm | — |
| Max. dumping height | 6.81 m (22 ft 4 in), 2.94 m arm | — |
| Overall length with attachment | 9.47–9.55 m (31 ft 1 in–31 ft 4 in) | — |
| Undercarriage width | 2.99 m (9 ft 10 in) LC with 600 mm shoes; 2.49 m (8 ft 2 in) NLC | — |
| Cab height | 3.07 m (10 ft 1 in) | — |
| Tail swing radius | 2.83 m (9 ft 3 in) | — |
| Track gauge | 2.39 m (7 ft 10 in) LC; 1.99 m (6 ft 6 in) NLC | — |
| Counterweight | 3,800 kg (+500 kg optional) LC; 4,600 kg NLC | — |
| Hydraulic tank / system | 162 L / 280 L (LC) | — |
| AdBlue tank | 84 L (LC); 60 L (NLC) | — |
| Sound in cab (ISO 6396) | 68 dB(A) | — |
| Net power | — | ≈270 kW (362 hp) |
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| Full CX210E review | Full PC490LC-11 review |
Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.