Wheeled Excavators

PW198-11

Performance & Innovation

The experts at Komatsu designed the PW198-11 with a drastically reduced tail swing to meet the demands of safe and productive work on all jobsites with limited space. Compact, powerful and versatile, it's the perfect machine for urbanised areas or road construction.
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Engine Power
129/173 kW/HP
Bucket Capacity
1,13 m³
Digging Depth
5,68 m
Operating Weight
17,3-19,8 t.
Powerful
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Powerful
Along with its compact size, the PW198-11 features an unrivalled lifting performance. The combination of power, weight distribution, convenient dimensions and complete control makes it the top choice for heavyduty lifting applications, simple excavating tasks in narrow alleys, and for road and sewer construction sites.
First-Class Comfort
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First-Class Comfort

The SpaceCab™ provides an ergonomic and quiet work environment, with an outstanding view of the jobsite. ROPS certified, it was specifically designed by Komatsu for hydraulic excavators, with a reinforced pipe-structured framework set up on viscous damper mounts for low vibration levels. The standard telescopic steering wheel is comfortably adjustable in height and reach.

Safety First
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Safety First
Safety features on the Komatsu PW198-11 comply with the latest industry standards and work in synergy to minimise risks to people in and around the machine. A neutral detection system for travel and work equipment levers increase jobsite safety, along with a seat belt caution indicator and an audible travel alarm. Highly durable anti-slip plates – with additional high friction covering – maintain long term traction performance.
Environmentally Friendly
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Environmentally Friendly
The Komatsu EU Stage V engine is productive, dependable and efficient. With ultra-low emissions, it provides a lower environmental impact and a superior performance to help reduce operating costs and lets the operator work in complete peace of mind.
Easy maintenance
Wheeled Excavators
Easy maintenance
Komatsu designs wheeled excavators to have easy access to service points. Access to the engine oil filter, water separator and side-by-side cooling are some of the top features that makes routine maintenance and servicing easy to be performed.
3D Machine Guidance with Payload
Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance
3D Machine Guidance with Payload

Add 2D and 3D machine Guidance functionalities together with payload metering to your excavator with Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance kit. A user-friendly system for operators of all experience levels. Avoid hazards with safety zone alert. Guaranteed reliable quality delivered and supported by Komatsu.

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KomVision
KomVision

With a series of high definition networked cameras fitted on the machine, KomVision provides a crystal clear, real-time bird’s eye view of the immediate surroundings on the widescreen cab monitor. The driver can quickly and easily check the machine’s vicinity prior to making any movements.

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KOMTRAX and Komatsu Care
Komtrax™ is Komatsu’s state of the art wireless monitoring system. It gives you an easy way to track your machines, monitor their performance and stay up to date about the status of your equipment. Knowledge gained from KOMTRAX saves you time and maximises your profits.
 
Komatsu CARE™ is a maintenance program that comes as standard with your new Komatsu machine. It covers factory-scheduled maintenance, performed with Komatsu Genuine parts by Komatsu-trained technicians.
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