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Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Komatsu PC490LC-11

The Komatsu PC490LC-11 is about 115% heavier than the Komatsu PC210LC-11 (49,000 vs 22,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu PC490LC-11 has about 120% more engine power (270 kW (362 hp) vs 123 kW (165 hp)).

Komatsu PC210LC crawler excavator
Komatsu Komatsu PC210LC-11
Komatsu PC490LC-11
Komatsu Komatsu PC490LC-11
Operating weight 22,750 kg (50,200 lb)49,000 kg (108,000 lb)
Engine power 123 kW (165 hp)270 kW (362 hp)
Net power ≈123 kW (165 hp)≈270 kW (362 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈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
  • + 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
  • + Heavy-duty structures
  • + Good fuel economy
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price, close to Cat
  • − iMC version is significantly more expensive
  • − Dealer quality varies by region
  • − Requires special transport
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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.