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Komatsu PC138USLC-11 vs Komatsu PC210LC-11

The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is about 57% heavier than the Komatsu PC138USLC-11 (22,750 vs 14,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu PC210LC-11 has about 71% more engine power (123 kW (165 hp) vs 72 kW (97 hp)).

Komatsu machine similar to the Komatsu PC138USLC-11 (related model may be pictured)
Komatsu Komatsu PC138USLC-11
Komatsu PC210LC crawler excavator
Komatsu Komatsu PC210LC-11
Operating weight 14,500 kg (32,000 lb)22,750 kg (50,200 lb)
Engine power 72 kW (97 hp)123 kW (165 hp)
Net power ≈72 kW (97 hp)≈123 kW (165 hp)
Tail swing Tight (ultra-short)—
Max. digging depth ≈5.5 m (18 ft)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine —Komatsu SAA4D107E-3
Bucket capacity —0.8–1.4 m³ (1.0–1.8 yd³)
Max. reach at ground level —≈9.9 m (32 ft 6 in)
Emissions —EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (by market)
Strengths
  • + Works in a single traffic lane
  • + Good lifting for a short-tail machine
  • + KOMTRAX standard
  • + Very low fuel consumption in Economy mode
  • + Smooth, precise controls favoured by operators
  • + KOMTRAX telematics fitted as standard
  • + PC210LCi version has fully integrated iMC 3D grade control
Watch-outs
  • − Less stable over the side than conventional machines
  • − Premium price, close to Cat
  • − iMC version is significantly more expensive
  • − Dealer quality varies by region
Full PC138USLC-11 reviewFull PC210LC-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.