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Komatsu PC490LC-11 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: PC490LC-11 ➔

Komatsu PC490LC-11 is a hydraulic crawler excavator in the 49-ton class, designed for heavy earthmoving, mass excavation, trenching, and site development. It is part of Komatsu's PC-11 series and uses a long undercarriage configuration for stability and digging performance. The machine is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient Komatsu diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a spacious operator cab with monitoring systems. Common applications include quarry work, road construction, utility projects, and large-scale material handling. The PC490LC-11 is known for its balance of digging force, reach, and productivity in demanding construction and mining environments.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	30.2 (9.19) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	43.8 (13.37) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	359 (268) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	107,850 (48,920) Starting 2025 Model Year

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	34.10 ft (10.39 m)
Max Loading Height	23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.20 ft (5.24 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	12.80 ft (3.90 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39.10 ft (11.92 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	34.00 ft (10.36 m)
Max Digging Depth	23.90 ft (7.28 m)
Max Loading Height	23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	36.80 ft (11.22 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	12.40 ft (3.78 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39.40 ft (12.01 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	36.10 ft (11.00 m)
Max Digging Depth	25.50 ft (7.77 m)
Max Loading Height	25.10 ft (7.65 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	38.80 ft (11.83 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	22.40 ft (6.83 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39.20 ft (11.95 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	36.40 ft (11.09 m)
Max Digging Depth	27.50 ft (8.38 m)
Max Loading Height	25.60 ft (7.80 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	40.60 ft (12.37 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	23.70 ft (7.22 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39.30 ft (11.98 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 5

Max Cutting Height	37.90 ft (11.55 m)
Max Digging Depth	30.20 ft (9.20 m)
Max Loading Height	27.00 ft (8.23 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	43.30 ft (13.20 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	26.60 ft (8.11 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	14.60 ft (4.45 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	38.80 ft (11.83 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2.30 ft (0.70 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Length of Track on Ground	17.70 ft (5.39 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4.60 ft (1.40 m)
Tail Swing Radius	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9.90 ft (3.02 m)

Engine

Bore	5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Displacement	673.80 cu in (11,041.63 cu cm)
Engine Make	Komatsu
Engine Model	SAA6D125E-7
Gross Power	362.10 hp (270.02 kw)
Power Measured @	1900 rpm
Stroke	6.00 in (15.24 cm)

Operating Specifications

Engine Oil Capacity	9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Fuel Capacity	171.80 gal (650.26 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	182.30 gpm (690.01 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	65.60 gal (248.30 l)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	5.30 gal (20.06 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

9.1 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	75.00 lbs (34.02 kg)
Max Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	2
Number of Shoes per Side	49
Number of Track Rollers per Side	8
Shoe Size	23.70 in (60.20 cm)
Track Gauge	9.50 ft (2.90 m)

Komatsu PC490LC-11s currently for sale

A 2018 Komatsu PC490LC-11 From Roland Machinery Co. for $159,500.00 USD

A 2017 Komatsu PC490LC-11 From Roland Machinery Co. for $129,500.00 USD

A 2020 Komatsu PC490LC-11 From T-Quip Sales & Rentals, Inc. for $149,000.00 USD

A 2020 Komatsu PC490LC-11 From Brandeis Machinery for $212,000.00 USD

A 2023 Komatsu PC490LC-11 From Linder Industrial Machinery Co. for $313,500.00 USD

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