Komastu had a large presence at bauma 2022 last year with a clear focus on smart construction and electric machinery
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| Komatsu’s new PC210E 20-tonne battery electric excavator |
Among the 40 pieces of equipment on its stand was its new 20-tonne PC210E all-electric hydraulic excavator that uses a lithium-ion battery from US-based Proterra – the first time Proterra tech has been used in an off-road vehicle.
A prototype for a fully electric wheel loader was also on display. This new connected and automation-ready construction machine is battery-powered and in advanced stages of testing.
Attendees were also able to get a look in at the PC4000-11 electric drive excavator, with zero emissions, KomVision 360° bird’s eye view and Argus PLM payload meter to identify the bucket payload.
Komatsu Australia executive general manager construction Dean Gaedtke says that while electrification is a big forward focus for the industry, Komatsu’s track record in the space stretches back decades.
“We were excited to showcase our latest innovations at bauma, but many people were surprised to be reminded that we’ve had electric machines in market for over 20 years,” he says.
“It’s truly exciting to see industry really picking up the pace now on adoption of electric equipment, and to be able to continue to expand the range of machines we offer with electric power, without compromising on productivity.”
The new PC950-11 hydraulic excavator was also on show for the first time at bauma, with the machine scheduled to be introduced to the Japanese and European markets in the 2023 financial year.
The D71PXi-24 dozer was also on show and is an all-new model in Komatsu’s dozer line-up.