Komatsu PC200 vs Komatsu PC400
The Komatsu PC400 is the heavier machine, at 41.7 t against 21.2 t, and the Komatsu PC400 has more power (257 kW against 103 kW).
The Komatsu PC200 is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Komatsu PC400 is ahead on: more power, digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Komatsu PC200 and the Komatsu PC400 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Komatsu PC200 | Komatsu PC400 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,200 kg | 41,740 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 110 kW | 270 kW+145% |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 6.62 m | 7.82 m+18% |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 9.875 m | 12.025 m+22% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 7.11 m | 7.565 m+6% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 0.8 m³ | 1.9 m³+137% |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 138 kN | 275 kN+99% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 439 L/min | 690 L/min+57% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 400 L | 650 L+63% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 2.75 m+25% | 3.645 m |
| Overall widthLower is better | 2.8 m+18% | 3.43 m |
| Overall height (to top of boom)Lower is better | 2.97 m+18% | 3.635 m |
| Overall length | 9.425 m | 11.94 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Working range
Performance
Weight
Engine
Hydraulics
Service capacities
Service intervals
Swing, travel and hydraulics
Sources: Komatsu PC200/LC-8M0, PC220/LC-8M0 brochure ZESS003200-01 (Komatsu Australia, 2015) · Komatsu PC400-8R brochure CEN00273-05 (Komatsu Middle East)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Komatsu PC200 vs Komatsu PC400: questions
Which is bigger, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
By operating weight the Komatsu PC400 is the biggest at 41.7 t, then the Komatsu PC200 at 21.2 t.
Which has more power, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC200 110 kW (147 HP), Komatsu PC400 270 kW (362 hp) (gross power), a 145% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC200 6.62 m, Komatsu PC400 7.82 m (max digging depth), a 18% difference.
Which reaches further, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC200 9.875 m, Komatsu PC400 12.025 m (max digging reach), a 22% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC200 0.8 m³, Komatsu PC400 1.9 m³ (bucket capacity), a 137% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC200 400 L, Komatsu PC400 650 L (fuel tank), a 63% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC200: Komatsu PC200 2.75 m, Komatsu PC400 3.645 m (tail swing radius), a 25% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Komatsu PC200 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC200: Komatsu PC200 2.8 m, Komatsu PC400 3.43 m (overall width), a 18% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
