Category : Excavators ➔ Manufacturer : Komatsu ➔ Model : PC160LC-8 ➔
Komatsu PC160LC-8 is a hydraulic crawler excavator in the 16-ton class, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, utility work, and site preparation. It features a long crawler undercarriage for improved stability and reduced ground pressure, making it suitable for soft or uneven terrain. The PC160LC-8 is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient Komatsu diesel engine, hydraulic system, and a standard boom-and-arm configuration for digging and loading applications. Common attachments include buckets, hydraulic breakers, and thumbs. This model is used in construction, civil engineering, landscaping, and material handling applications where compact size and reliable digging performance are required.
Brakes
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Brakes specifications
Parking Brake
Mechanical disc brake
Service Brake
Hydraulic lock
Capacities
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Capacities specifications
Coolant (Engine)
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Oil
3.10 gal (11.73 l)
Final Drive
0.60 gal (2.27 l)
Fuel Tank
65.30 gal (247.16 l)
Hydraulic
23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Swing Drive
0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Dimensions
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.45 ft (0.44 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
9.95 ft (3.03 m)
Overall Height
9.93 ft (3.03 m)
Overall Length
28.11 ft (8.57 m)
Overall Track Width
8.17 ft (2.49 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance
3.47 ft (1.06 m)
Tail Swing Radius
7.99 ft (2.44 m)
Track Gauge
6.53 ft (1.99 m)
Track Length On Ground
10.41 ft (3.17 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks
8.17 ft (2.49 m)
Driveline
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Driveline specifications
Drawbar Pull, Maximum (Kg)
15950
Gradeability
70 %
Travel Speed
3.4/5.5
Electrical System
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Electrical System specifications
Alternator
24V, 60 Ampere
Batteries
standard, 2 x 12 V/64 Ah
Starter
24V/4.5 kW
Voltage Reducer
24v to 12v, in cabin with socket
Engine
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged, aftercooled
Bore
4.30 in (10.92 cm)
Displacement
272.20 cu in (4,460.57 cu cm)
Engine Make
2238
Engine Model
SAA4D107E-1
Engine Type
Water-cooled, 4-cycle, direct injection
Fan Drive Type
Mechanical
Governor
All-speed control, electronic
Horsepower, Gross-Sae J1995
120.70 hp (90.01 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Iso 9249
115.40 hp (86.06 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Sae J1349
115.40 hp (86.06 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Stroke
4.90 in (12.45 cm)
Hydraulic System
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Economy Sub-Mode Selections
4
Hydraulic Motor (Swing)
1 x axial piston motor with swing holding brake
Hydraulic Motor (Travel)
2 x axial piston motor with parking brake
Hydraulic System Type
HydrauMind System
Main Pump Type
Variable displacement, axial piston
Maximum Flow Rate
82.50 gpm (312.26 lpm)
Selectable Work Modes
5
Operational
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Operational specifications
Arm Crowd Force – Iso
8800
Arm Size
8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Arm Type
Standard
Boom Size
18.10 ft (5.52 m)
Boom Type
Standard
Bucket Crowd Force – Iso
12500
Bucket Size – Kga Standard Gp
1.1 cu yd
Digging Depth – Maximum
19.60 ft (5.97 m)
Digging Reach – Maximum
29.40 ft (8.96 m)
Maximum Reach @ Ground Level
28.90 ft (8.81 m)
Swing Radius
8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Swing System
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Swing System specifications
Driven By
Hydrostatic
Swing Circle Lubrication
Grease-bathed
Swing Lock
Mechanical disc brake
Swing Reduction
Planetary gear
Undercarriage
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Centre Frame
X-frame
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side
2
Number Of Shoes (Each Side)
44
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
7
Seal Of Track
Sealed track
Shoe Size
19.69 in (50.01 cm)
Shoe Type
triple grouser
Track Adjuster
Hydraulic
Track Frame
Box-section
Weights
Komatsu PC160LC-8 Excavator Weights specifications
Bucket Weight - Kga Gp
1,245.70 lbs (565.04 kg)
Operating Weight
36,773.20 lbs (16,680.06 kg)
Quick Hitch Weight – Kga
674.70 lbs (306.04 kg)
