Komatsu PC400 vs Komatsu PC450-8
The Komatsu PC450-8 is the heavier machine, at 44.4 t against 41.7 t.
The Komatsu PC400 is ahead on: more power, digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Komatsu PC450-8 is ahead on: bigger bucket or body.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Komatsu PC400 and the Komatsu PC450-8 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 PC400 | Komatsu PC450-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 41,740 kg | 44,350 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 270 kW+3% | 263 kW |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 7.82 m+6% | 7.345 m |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 12.025 m+5% | 11.445 m |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 7.565 m+7% | 7.08 m |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 1.9 m³ | 3.5 m³+84% |
| Width of crawlerLower is better | 3.34 m+4% | 3.49 m |
| Overall height (to top of boom)Lower is better | 3.635 m+3% | 3.745 m |
| Overall length | 11.94 m | 11.995 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Weight
Engine
Digging
Swing, travel and hydraulics
Service capacities
Service intervals
Working range
Performance
Sources: Komatsu PC400-8R brochure CEN00273-05 (Komatsu Middle East) · Komatsu PC450-8 / PC450LC-8 / PC450LC-8 HD brochure, German edition (Machine.Market copy)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Komatsu PC400 vs Komatsu PC450-8: questions
Which is bigger, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
By operating weight the Komatsu PC450-8 is the biggest at 44.4 t, then the Komatsu PC400 at 41.7 t.
Which has more power, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 270 kW (362 hp), Komatsu PC450-8 263 kW (358 PS) (gross power), a 3% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 7.82 m, Komatsu PC450-8 7.345 m (max digging depth), a 6% difference.
Which reaches further, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 12.025 m, Komatsu PC450-8 11.445 m (max digging reach), a 5% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
The Komatsu PC450-8: Komatsu PC400 1.9 m³, Komatsu PC450-8 3.5 m³ (bucket capacity), a 84% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Komatsu PC400 or Komatsu PC450-8?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 3.34 m, Komatsu PC450-8 3.49 m (width of crawler), a 4% 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.
