Komatsu H255S Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: H255S ➔

The Komatsu H255S Excavator is a powerhouse in the construction industry, boasting impressive capabilities and cutting-edge technology. With a maximum cutting height of 48.3 feet and a digging depth of 28.6 feet, this excavator is designed to tackle the toughest jobs with ease. Equipped with a turbocharged engine generating 1207 horsepower, the H255S delivers exceptional performance and efficiency. From its spacious bucket capacity of 18.4 cubic yards to its hydraulic system fluid capacity of 766.1 gallons, this excavator is built to maximize productivity on the job site.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	48.30 ft (14.72 m)
Max Digging Depth	28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Max Loading Height	31.20 ft (9.51 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	49.60 ft (15.12 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	6.60 ft (2.01 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	29.90 ft (9.11 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	54.20 ft (16.52 m)

Bucket

Reference Bucket Capacity

18.40 cu yd (14.07 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Length of Track on Ground	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Length of Tracks	25.80 ft (7.86 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Tail Swing Radius	21.30 ft (6.49 m)
Upper Structure Ground Clearance	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	18.40 ft (5.61 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged
Engine Model	K1500E
Gross Power	1,207.00 hp (900.07 kw)
Net Power	1,207.00 hp (900.07 kw)
Number of Cylinders	12
Power Measured @	1800 rpm

Loading Shovel

Height to Top of Boom - shovel	24.30 ft (7.41 m)
Max Cutting Height	47.60 ft (14.51 m)
Max Dig Depth	12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Max Dig Reach	44.00 ft (13.41 m)
Max Dump Height	30.90 ft (9.42 m)
Overall Length - shovel	43.80 ft (13.35 m)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	977.50 gal (3,699.84 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	713.30 gpm (2,699.84 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	766.10 gal (2,899.69 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4495 psi
Operating Weight	529,109.50 lbs (240,000.33 kg)
Swing Speed	4.6 rpm

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

4.6 rpm

Undercarriage

Ground Pressure	32 psi
Loading Shovel Ground Pressure	32 psi
Loading Shovel Operating Weight	529,109.40 lbs (240,000.28 kg)
Loading Shovel Shoe Width	31.50 in (80.01 cm)
Max Travel Speed	1.50 mph (2.41 kph)
Shoe Size	31.50 in (80.01 cm)
Track Gauge	15.80 ft (4.82 m)

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