Used Komatsu 360-7 Excavator

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Komatsu PC360-7 Crawler Hydraulic Excavator Detailed Introduction

The Komatsu PC360-7 is a 36-ton class heavy-duty crawler hydraulic excavator developed and manufactured by Komatsu Ltd., the world-leading construction equipment manufacturer. As a classic model in Komatsu's 7th-generation PC excavator lineup, it is widely recognized for its outstanding durability, fuel efficiency, and operational reliability, and has been a top-selling product in the medium-to-heavy excavator segment since its launch. It adapts to various high-intensity construction scenarios, and its low operating cost and easy maintenance features make it popular among construction contractors, mining operators and fleet owners worldwide.

Key Specifications

Item	Parameter
Operating Weight	33,000 – 36,500 kg (varies by bucket configuration, track type and attached tools)
Engine Model	Komatsu SAA6D114E-2 turbocharged, air-to-air aftercooled 6-cylinder diesel engine
Gross Rated Power	180 kW (242 HP) @ 2,000 rpm
Emission Standard	Tier 2 / EU Stage II
Bucket Capacity	1.6 – 2.3 m³ (standard general-purpose bucket: 1.8 m³)
Maximum Digging Depth (standard arm)	7,380 mm
Maximum Digging Reach	10,920 mm
Maximum Dumping Height	7,110 mm
Swing Speed	10 rpm
Travel Speed (High/Low)	5.5 km/h / 3.2 km/h
Maximum Traction Force	287 kN
Gradeability	70% (35°)

Core Performance Advantages

1. High Efficiency & Low Fuel Consumption

The PC360-7 is equipped with Komatsu’s proprietary Closed Load-sensing Hydraulic System (CLSS), which automatically adjusts hydraulic oil flow according to actual load demand, greatly reducing unnecessary hydraulic power loss. It provides two selectable operating modes:

H (Heavy) Mode: Delivers full power for high-intensity operations such as hard rock excavation and heavy loading.
E (Economy) Mode: Optimizes fuel injection and hydraulic output for light-to-medium earthwork, cutting fuel consumption by 10~15% compared to competitor models in the same tonnage class, without obvious compromise on working efficiency.

2. Extreme Durability & Reliability

All key structural components (boom, arm, undercarriage) are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel, and are reinforced with extra welding seams at stress-concentrated positions, adapting to long-term harsh working conditions in mines and quarries:

The reinforced track chassis adopts high-manganese steel track shoes, and supporting rollers, idlers and sprockets are coated with wear-resistant layers, extending service life by 20% compared to ordinary configurations.
The parallel cooling system ensures stable operating temperature even in 45°C high ambient temperature or 3000m high-altitude working environments, avoiding overheating failures.
All core components are developed and produced by Komatsu with strong matching performance, and the average trouble-free working time exceeds 8,000 hours under standard maintenance.

3. Operator Comfort & Safety

The cab meets global ROPS (Roll-over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) safety certification standards:

The sealed and pressurized cab reduces internal noise to only 72 dB(A), and blocks dust and exhaust from entering during operation.
The multi-adjustable air suspension seat, low-force pilot control joysticks and fully automatic air conditioning system greatly reduce operator fatigue during long shifts.
The large-area panoramic glass provides a wide field of view, minimizing blind spots during operation. The high-definition LCD monitor displays real-time operating data including fuel level, water temperature, hydraulic oil pressure and fault codes.

4. Easy Maintenance & Fleet Management

All daily maintenance points (oil filters, fuel filters, air filter, hydraulic oil drain port) are arranged at ground-accessible positions, eliminating the need to climb onto the upper frame for routine maintenance, cutting maintenance time by 30%.
Long service intervals: 500 hours for engine oil replacement, 5,000 hours for hydraulic oil replacement, 2 years/4,000 hours for long-acting antifreeze replacement.
Equipped with Komatsu's exclusive KOMTRAX remote monitoring system as standard, which supports real-time tracking of equipment location, operating hours, fuel consumption and fault alarms, helping fleet managers arrange maintenance and scheduling scientifically, reducing unplanned downtime.

Typical Application Scenarios

The PC360-7 can be equipped with various attachments (rock bucket, crushing hammer, log grab, ripper) to adapt to different working needs:

Large-scale infrastructure construction: Subgrade excavation for highways and railways, bridge and tunnel construction
Mining and quarry operations: Overburden stripping, ore and aggregate loading
Water conservancy projects: Reservoir construction, river dredging, embankment building
Urban renewal: Large-scale foundation excavation, demolition works with hydraulic breaker
Forestry and land development: Site clearing, land leveling

Additional Note

While the PC360-7 has been officially replaced by the newer PC360-8M0 and PC360-10 series with higher emission standards, it still has a very high circulation rate in the global second-hand construction equipment market due to its low purchase cost, abundant and cheap spare parts supply, and extremely low maintenance difficulty. It is still the main working equipment for many small and medium-sized construction teams in emerging markets.

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