Category : Excavators ➔ Manufacturer : Komatsu ➔ Model : PC270LC-8 ➔
Komatsu PC270LC-8 excavator is a hydraulic crawler excavator in the 27-ton class, designed for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and general construction work. The PC270LC-8 features a long crawler undercarriage for improved stability and reduced ground pressure, making it suitable for soft or uneven terrain. It is commonly equipped with a Komatsu diesel engine, hydraulic system, and operator cab designed for productivity and control. Typical applications include utility work, road building, demolition support, and material handling. The PC270LC-8 is part of Komatsu's medium excavator lineup and is used in construction, quarry, and infrastructure projects.
Capacities
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Capacities specifications
Engine Coolant
5.50 gal (20.82 l)
Engine Oil
6.20 gal (23.47 l)
Final Drive
2.30 gal (8.71 l)
Fuel Tank
105.70 gal (400.07 l)
Hydraulic Tank
34.90 gal (132.10 l)
Swing Drive
2.20 gal (8.33 l)
Dimensions
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Distance, Swing Center To Rear End
9.54 ft (2.91 m)
Ground Clearance
1.64 ft (0.50 m)
Ground Clearance (Minimum)
1.64 ft (0.50 m)
Ground Clearance, Counterweight
3.99 ft (1.22 m)
Grouser Height
0.12 ft (0.04 m)
Height
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Length
32.33 ft (9.86 m)
Machine Cab Height
7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Machine Cab Width
8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Overall Height
10.52 ft (3.21 m)
Overall Length
32.35 ft (9.86 m)
Overall Track Width
10.47 ft (3.19 m)
Shoe Width
2.30 ft (0.70 m)
Tail Swing Radius
9.65 ft (2.94 m)
Track Gauge
8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Track Length
16.26 in (41.30 cm)
Track Length On Ground
13.23 ft (4.03 m)
Weight
66,028.00 lbs (29,949.83 kg)
Width
11.17 ft (3.40 m)
Width Of Crawler
10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Driveline
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Driveline specifications
Drawbar Pull, Maximum
55,997.50 lbs (25,400.07 kg)
Gradeability
70 %
Travel Speeds
3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Engine
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged, aftercooled
Bore
4.30 in (10.92 cm)
Displacement
408.30 cu in (6,690.85 cu cm)
Engine Model
Komatsu SAA6D107E-1
Engine Type
Water-cooled, 4-cycle, direct injection
Fan Drive Method
Mechanical
Filter
Full flow
Fuel System
Direct injection
Governor
All-speed control, electronic
Horsepower, Gross-Sae J1995
199.90 hp (149.07 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Iso 9249
187.80 hp (140.04 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Sae J1349
187.80 hp (140.04 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2050 rpm
Stroke
4.90 in (12.45 cm)
Hydraulic System
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Economy Sub-Mode Selections
5
Hydraulic System Type
?HydrauMind System
Main Pump Type
Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow Rate
118.90 gpm (450.04 lpm)
Selectable Work Modes
4
Operational
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Operational specifications
Arm Crowd Force – Iso
14100 kgf
Arm Size
9,842.60 ft (3,000.02 m)
Arm Type
Heavy Duty
Boom Size
19,357.00 ft (5,900.01 m)
Boom Type
Heavy Duty
Bucket Crowd Force – Iso
20200 kgf
Bucket Size – Kga Standard Gp
1.9 cu yd
Digging Depth – Maximum
21.20 ft (6.46 m)
Digging Reach – Maximum
33.20 ft (10.12 m)
Maximum Reach @ Ground Level
32.80 ft (10.00 m)
Swing Radius
9.70 ft (2.96 m)
Swing Mechanism
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
10.5 rpm
Undercarriage
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side
2
Number Of Shoes (Each Side)
48
Number Of Track Rollers(Each Side)
8
Shoe Size
23.63 in (60.02 cm)
Shoe Type
triple grouser
Track Adjuster
Hydraulic
Weights
Komatsu PC270LC-8 Excavator Weights specifications
Bucket Weight - Kga Gp
2,535.40 lbs (1,150.04 kg)
Quick Hitch Weight – Kga
674.70 lbs (306.04 kg)
Total Operating Weight
61,817.70 lbs (28,040.07 kg)
