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Komatsu, a leading construction equipment manufacturer, has launched the PC130LC-11, a longer undercarriage version of its midsize PC130-11 excavator that was unveiled in 2020. This new LC (Long Carriage) model boasts an 8% increase in track length, resulting in a remarkable 20% boost in lifting capacity compared to its predecessor, the PC130-8, which was discontinued in the U.S. market in 2011.
The PC130LC-11 shares many similarities with the standard PC130-11 model in terms of specifications. However, the longer tracks of the LC version are specifically designed to enhance stability and lifting capabilities. Notable improvements include an increase from 43 to 46 shoes on each side, two carrier rollers on each side instead of one, and eight track rollers on each side compared to seven.
Andrew Earing, Director of Tracked Products at Komatsu, highlights the versatility and adaptability of the upgraded PC130LC-11 excavator, stating, "It can easily handle a wide variety of utility work or small construction jobs. It provides a versatile workhorse for you as your business expands and grows."
In addition to the increased lifting capacity, the PC130LC-11 model is slightly heavier than the
Smart managers are always thinking about the conditions of their dozers' undercarriages. It is said that half of a dozers' maintenance cost is related to the undercarraige. Most service requirements
Whether you have an excavator, bulldozer, or other machine with tracks, maintaining your undercarriage is important to keeping your machine moving along the ground nicely. Here are some tips to keeping your undercarriage working right. It begins with your operator. The way the machine is moved can make a difference in how much punishment the undercarriage
- Tracked excavators:
- Better for squishy, muddy places and uneven ground
- Superior stability on hills
- Tracks handle dirt and gravel well
- Wheeled excavators:
- Compensate for uneven ground with stability arms
- More versatile
The way you inspect and run your track machine can dramatically improve overall wear on the undercarriage. Here are five useful tips to get the most out of your tracks.
