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Wed November 18, 2009

Komatsu Adds WA470-6 Wheel Loader to Its Fleet

Komatsu America Corp.’s WA470-6 wheel loader features a large capacity torque converter and a net horsepower of 272 hp (203 kW). The WA470-6 has an operating weight between 51,850 to 52,150 lbs. (23,519 and 23,655 kg) and a dump clearance of 10 ft....

Wed November 11, 2009

Komatsu Introduces Hybrid PC200LC-8 Excavator

Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the hybrid PC200LC-8 excavator into the North American market. Komatsu’s goal is to meet increasing global environmental concerns through the development of equipment designed to reduce environmental impact, including CO2 reduction....

Fri September 04, 2009

Komatsu Introduces D375A-6 Dozer

Komatsu America Corp.’s D375A-6 crawler dozer, for use in mining and heavy construction applications, is powered by a highly efficient Komatsu SAA6D170E-5 engine with an operating weight of 157,940 lbs....

Wed August 19, 2009

Komatsu Makes Splash at Chicago’s “Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby”

For the fourth year in a row, Komatsu America Corp. helped launch more than 20,000 rubber ducks into the Chicago River in the annual “Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby” to benefit the Special Olympics....

Fri July 03, 2009

Komatsu D65 Crawler Dozers Driven by Versatility

Komatsu America Corp.’s series of D65 crawler dozers, which includes the D65EX-15, D65PX-15 and D65WX-15, are developed for both heavy dozing and grading applications. All major components, including hydraulics, powertrain, mainframe and operator cab, are engineered by Komatsu....

Fri June 26, 2009

Komatsu Introduces Parallel Link Undercarriage System for Mid-Size Dozers

Komatsu America Corp.’s parallel link undercarriage system (PLUS) on its D51EX/PX-22, D61EX/PX-15 and D65EX/PX/WX-15 crawler dozers can increase wear life, reduce machine downtime and lower repair and maintenance costs, according to the manufacturer....

Fri June 19, 2009

Komatsu D65EX-15, D65PX-15, D65WX-15 Driven by Reliability, Versatility

Komatsu America Corp.’s series of D65 crawler dozers, which includes the D65EX-15, D65PX-15 and D65WX-15, are developed for both heavy dozing and grading applications. All major components, including hydraulics, power train, mainframe and operator cab, are engineered by Komatsu....

Sun June 21, 2009

Modern Machinery’s New Spokane Facility to Be Ready by July

The employees at the original Modern Machinery branch in Spokane are set to receive a new building this summer. The new 35,000-sq.-ft. facility will allow Modern to better meet the needs of its customers by expanding its parts storage and shop space....

Wed April 08, 2009

Komatsu Introduces the WA150-6 Wheel Loader

With increased loading power and performance for the construction, utility, government, sewer, waste and agricultural markets, the Komatsu WA150-6 wheel loader includes significant technological enhancements over the Dash 5 model to deliver greater performance, operator comfort and efficiency....

Tue March 17, 2009

Komatsu’s SK1020-5 Skid Steer Loader Offers Longer Wheel Base

The Komatsu SK1020-5 skid steer loader has one of the longest wheel bases in its class, 45.7 in. (116 cm), giving the operator a more stable ride and a better platform for operating high flow attachments....