Used Komatsu 240-8 Excavator

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Komatsu PC240LC-8 Crawler Hydraulic Excavator Detailed Introduction

The Komatsu PC240LC-8 is a flagship 24-ton class medium crawler hydraulic excavator developed by Komatsu Ltd. (the global leading construction equipment manufacturer) as part of its high-reliability 8-series excavator lineup. Positioned as a versatile workhorse for medium-to-heavy duty operations, it is widely recognized for its balanced performance in fuel efficiency, durability, operational comfort and low maintenance cost, and complies with EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA emission standards.

1. Core Specifications

Item	Parameter
Operating Weight	23,900 – 25,100 kg (varies by boom/stick/bucket configuration)
Engine Model	Komatsu SAA6D107E-1 in-line 6-cylinder, 4-stroke, turbocharged & air-to-air aftercooled diesel engine
Rated Net Power	134 kW (180 HP) @ 2,000 rpm
Max. Torque	680 N·m @ 1,500 rpm
Standard Bucket Capacity	0.8 – 1.2 m³ (customizable rock bucket, narrow trench bucket available)
Fuel Tank Capacity	400 L
Hydraulic System Capacity	246 L
Max. Digging Depth (standard 2.9m stick)	6,920 mm
Max. Digging Radius	10,120 mm
Max. Dumping Height	6,510 mm
Travel Speed	3.3 km/h (low) / 5.5 km/h (high)
Gradeability	70% (35°)
Noise Level Inside Cab	≤72 dB(A)

2. Key Features

2.1 High Efficiency & Low Fuel Consumption

Equipped with Komatsu proprietary HydrauMind load-sensing hydraulic system, which delivers hydraulic flow and pressure exactly matching actual operation demand, reducing unnecessary energy loss by 12% compared to the previous 7-series model.
Three adjustable operation modes: Power (P) mode for heavy-duty digging, Economy (E) mode for 10~15% lower fuel consumption in light-to-medium duty tasks, and Lifting (L) mode for precise micro-operation for hoisting scenarios.
Auto idle and auto stop functions automatically reduce engine speed when the machine is idle for over 4 seconds, further cutting fuel waste during standby.

2.2 Superior Durability & Reliability

Boom, stick and front frame are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel with reinforced welding joints, designed to sustain long-term impact loads in quarry and mining scenarios.
Reinforced long crawler (LC) chassis with hardened track links, rollers and idlers, extending undercarriage service life by 20% under abrasive working conditions.
Parallel-mounted high-efficiency cooling system prevents overheating even in 45℃ high-temperature environments, suitable for construction in tropical and desert regions.
High-precision hydraulic filtration system ensures 5000-hour service life for hydraulic oil, greatly reducing long-term operation cost.

2.3 Operator Comfort & Safety

ROPS (Roll-over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certified cab as standard, ensuring operator safety in demolition and mining sites.
Fully adjustable air-suspension seat with integrated armrests, low-effort pilot control joysticks reduce operator fatigue during long shifts.
Large panoramic glass windows and optional rear-view camera provide 360° blind-spot-free operation vision.
High-capacity fully automatic air conditioning system with multi-position air vents, and on-board entertainment system with USB/AUX input for better working experience.
Standard travel alarm, emergency steering and emergency stop functions for accident prevention.

2.4 Easy Maintenance

All daily maintenance points (oil filters, fuel filters, air filter, grease points) are centrally arranged and accessible from ground level, eliminating the need to climb onto the upper frame for routine servicing.
Two-stage air filter with pre-separator effectively blocks large dust particles, extending main filter replacement cycle to 1000 hours in high-dust construction sites.
Large LCD monitor displays real-time operation data, fault codes and maintenance reminders, helping operators identify and resolve issues at an early stage.
Standard Komatsu KOMTRAX remote monitoring system allows fleet managers to track machine location, working hours, fuel consumption and fault information remotely, improving fleet management efficiency.

3. Application Scenarios

The PC240LC-8 is adaptable to a wide range of working conditions with optional attachments:

Earthwork, roadbed construction and residential/commercial building projects
Quarry material loading, open-pit mine stripping operations
Municipal pipeline trenching, landscaping and urban renewal works
Demolition (with hydraulic breaker), forestry log handling (with log grapple), and slope finishing (with ripper)
Wetland operations with optional wide track shoes to reduce ground pressure.

4. Optional Configurations

Extended boom/stick kits for deeper digging requirements
Quick coupler for fast attachment switching
Hydraulic breaker pipeline package
Cold-climate package (engine block heater, heated seat)
Dust protection package for mining sites
Wide swamp track shoes
Additional working lights for night operation

As one of Komatsu's best-selling medium excavator models, the PC240LC-8 has a very high global market retention rate, low after-sales maintenance cost and high residual value, making it a preferred choice for construction contractors worldwide.

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Used Komatsu 240-8 Excavator

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