Kobelco SK350LC-11 vs Komatsu PC400
The Komatsu PC400 is the heavier machine, at 41.7 t against 38.2 t, and the Komatsu PC400 has more power (257 kW against 198 kW).
The Kobelco SK350LC-11 is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport. The Komatsu PC400 is ahead on: more power, digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, more digging or pushing force, bigger fuel tank, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Kobelco SK350LC-11 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 | Kobelco SK350LC-11 | Komatsu PC400 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 38,200 kg | 41,740 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 210 kW | 270 kW+29% |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 7.35 m | 7.82 m+6% |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 11.26 m | 12.025 m+7% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 7.55 m | 7.565 m |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 250 kN | 275 kN+10% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 503 L | 650 L+29% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 3.6 m+1% | 3.645 m |
| Overall widthLower is better | 3.39 m+1% | 3.43 m |
| Overall height (to top of boom)Lower is better | 3.69 m | 3.635 m+1% |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Performance
Weight
Engine
Digging
Swing, travel and hydraulics
Service capacities
Service intervals
Sources: Kobelco USA SK350LC-11 product page, specification table · 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.
Kobelco SK350LC-11 vs Komatsu PC400: questions
Which is bigger, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
By operating weight the Komatsu PC400 is the biggest at 41.7 t, then the Kobelco SK350LC-11 at 38.2 t.
Which has more power, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Kobelco SK350LC-11 210 kW (282 hp), Komatsu PC400 270 kW (362 hp) (gross power), a 29% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Kobelco SK350LC-11 7.35 m, Komatsu PC400 7.82 m (max digging depth), a 6% difference.
Which reaches further, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Kobelco SK350LC-11 11.26 m, Komatsu PC400 12.025 m (max digging reach), a 7% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Komatsu PC400: Kobelco SK350LC-11 503 L, Komatsu PC400 650 L (fuel tank), a 29% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Kobelco SK350LC-11: Kobelco SK350LC-11 3.6 m, Komatsu PC400 3.645 m (tail swing radius), a 1% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Kobelco SK350LC-11 or Komatsu PC400?
The Kobelco SK350LC-11: Kobelco SK350LC-11 3.39 m, Komatsu PC400 3.43 m (overall width), a 1% 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.
