Komatsu’s PC138US-8 Series Hydraulic Excavators have a short tail swing profile, designed specifically for work in confined areas. By reducing tail swing, the PC138US-8 is perfect for work on road ways, bridges, in urban areas, or anywhere space is limited. The PC138US-8 Series provides the performance and productivity you expect from Komatsu equipment.

Ecology and Economy Features:

Low Emission Engine

A powerful turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled Komatsu SAA4D95LE-5 provides 68.4 kW 91.7 HP. This engine is EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage 3A emissions certified without sacrificing power or machine productivity.

Low Operation Noise

The dynamic noise is reduced providing low noise operation.

High Mobility

• Large drawbar pull and steering force are evident when operating on a slope or other rough terrain.
• The machine travel speed changes automatically to Hi or Lo at optimal points according to the travel load.

High Stability

The PC138US-8 offers exceptional lifting capacity and high stability with a large counterweight.

Mode Selection

Five working modes designed to match engine speed, pump delivery and system pressure.

ROPS Cab

The machine is equipped with a ROPS cab that conforms to ISO 12117-2 for excavators as standard equipment. The ROPS cab has high shockabsorption performance, featuring excellent durability and impact strength. It also satisfies the requirements of ISO OPG top guard level 1 for falling objects. Combined with the retractable seat belt, The ROPS cab protects the operator in case of tipping over and against falling objects.

Retractable Seat Belt

Easy-to-use retractable seat belt is employed.

Tempered and Tinted Glass

The glass features high strength and blocks ultraviolet rays.

Emergency Escape Hammer

The cab is equipped with an emergency escape hammer for breaking the rear window glass in case of an emergency.

Travel Alarm

An alarm is installed as standard equipment to give other workers a warning when the machine travels in forward or reverse.

Pump/engine Room Partition

Pump/engine room partition prevents oil from spraying on the engine if a hydraulic hose should burst.

Slip-resistant Plates

Highly durable slip resistant plates maintain superior foot traction performance.

Lock Lever

When lock lever is placed in lock position all hydraulic controls (travel, swing, boom, arm and bucket) are inoperable.

Wide Visibility

The right side window pillar has been removed and the rear pillar reshaped to provide improved visibility.