Komatsu PC400 vs SANY SY215C
The Komatsu PC400 is the heavier machine, at 41.7 t against 21.9 t.
The Komatsu PC400 is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, bigger fuel tank. The SANY SY215C is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Komatsu PC400 and the SANY SY215C 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 | SANY SY215C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 41,740 kg | 21,900 kg |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 7.82 m+18% | 6.6 m |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 12.025 m+17% | 10.28 m |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 7.565 m+12% | 6.73 m |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 1.9 m³+104% | 0.93 m³ |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 275 kN+99% | 138 kN |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 650 L+91% | 340 L |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 3.645 m | 2.9 m+20% |
| Overall widthLower is better | 3.43 m | 2.98 m+13% |
| Overall height (to top of boom)Lower is better | 3.635 m | 3.44 m+5% |
| Overall length | 11.94 m | 9.68 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
Performance
Undercarriage and front
Sources: Komatsu PC400-8R brochure CEN00273-05 (Komatsu Middle East) · SANY SY215C brochure 'Classic Succession, Value leader' (sanyglobal.com, 2022)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Komatsu PC400 vs SANY SY215C: questions
Which is bigger, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
By operating weight the Komatsu PC400 is the biggest at 41.7 t, then the SANY SY215C at 21.9 t.
Which digs deeper, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 7.82 m, SANY SY215C 6.6 m (max digging depth), a 18% difference.
Which reaches further, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 12.025 m, SANY SY215C 10.28 m (max digging reach), a 17% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 1.9 m³, SANY SY215C 0.93 m³ (bucket capacity), a 104% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The Komatsu PC400: Komatsu PC400 650 L, SANY SY215C 340 L (fuel tank), a 91% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The SANY SY215C: Komatsu PC400 3.645 m, SANY SY215C 2.9 m (tail swing radius), a 20% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Komatsu PC400 or SANY SY215C?
The SANY SY215C: Komatsu PC400 3.43 m, SANY SY215C 2.98 m (overall width), a 13% 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.
