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Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Komatsu PC290LC-11

The Komatsu PC290LC-11 is about 34% heavier than the Komatsu PC210LC-11 (30,500 vs 22,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu PC290LC-11 has about 20% more engine power (147 kW (197 hp) vs 123 kW (165 hp)).

Komatsu PC210LC crawler excavator
Komatsu Komatsu PC210LC-11
Komatsu machine similar to the Komatsu PC290LC-11 (related model may be pictured)
Komatsu Komatsu PC290LC-11
Operating weight 22,750 kg (50,200 lb)30,500 kg (67,200 lb)
Engine power 123 kW (165 hp)147 kW (197 hp)
Net power ≈123 kW (165 hp)≈147 kW (197 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)≈7.4 m (24 ft 3 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
  • + 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
  • + Good balance of size and production
  • + Smooth hydraulics
  • + iMC version available
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price, close to Cat
  • − iMC version is significantly more expensive
  • − Dealer quality varies by region
  • − Heavier transport than 20–25 t machines
Full PC210LC-11 reviewFull PC290LC-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.