Swing machine

PC290LL-11

  • Horsepower 147 kW 196 HP
  • Operating Weight 39 630 kg 87,370 lbs.
  • Swing torque 10 494 kg-m 75,902 lbs.-ft.

Designed for log loading and processing

Rugged front work equipment, high and wide undercarriage, powerful swing system and special cooling system deliver high performance in demanding truck loading, shovel logging, processing (available with our 398 head) and road building applications.

  • Purpose-built for demanding forestry applications
  • Rugged high and wide undercarriages
  • Komtrax and Komatsu Care for easier maintenance

Features and benefits

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High swing torque and drawbar pull

High swing torque and maximum drawbar pull deliver superior performance you’ll appreciate in tough shovel logging, truck loading and road building applications.
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Rugged forestry-specific undercarriage

Undercarriage designed with larger class-size components to perform year after year. High and wide design for excellent ground clearance in the tough forestry environments you face.
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Powerful, fuel-efficient engine

Powerful engine with a net output of 213 HP (159 kW). Proprietary Komatsu technology delivers exceptional performance with low fuel consumption.
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High performance front work equipment

Engineered to assist you in being more productive. Komatsu-designed setups for log loading, shovel logging, road building and processing.
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Modern, comfortable, quiet forestry cab

Spacious forestry-specific cab provides a comfortable, climate controlled and quiet work environment to support daylong productivity. Ergonomically designed operator’s seat is cushioned with an air suspension and heated for cool conditions.
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Forestry guarding

Robust guarding designed to help maximize uptime in your difficult forestry work environment. Thicker service undercover guards, thicker rear compartment doors, right corner guard with tree deflector, intake and exhaust screens, and much more.
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Forestry cooling system

Special cooling system helps ensure proper cooling in your high-debris environments. Robust wide-fin radiator design protected by fine screens. Variable pitch reversing fan (standard on Processor; optional on Road Builder) for improved airflow.
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Komtrax monitoring system

Continuously monitors and records machine health and operational data – such as fuel consumption and utilization – to aid in lowering owning and operating costs. Enables planning for future maintenance needs by letting you know when maintenance is due.
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Komatsu Care

Our complimentary maintenance program helps keep your machine producing at its best. For the first three years or 2,000 hours (whichever occurs first) we take care of most regular service, inspection, filter and fluid replacement, and labor.

Specifications for PC290LL-11

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US system Metric
Engine
Model Komatsu SAA6D107E-3*
Type Water-cooled, 4-cycle, direct injection
Aspiration Komatsu Variable Geometry Turbocharged, aftercooled, cooled EGR
Number of cylinders 6
Bore 107 mm
Stroke 124 mm
Piston displacement 6.69 L
Horsepower:
   ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 - Net 159 kW
   Fan at maximum speed - Net 147 kW
Rated rpm 2 050 rpm
Fan drive method for radiator cooling Mechanical with viscous fan clutch
Governor All-speed control, electronic
*EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified
Model Komatsu SAA6D107E-3*
Type Water-cooled, 4-cycle, direct injection
Aspiration Komatsu Variable Geometry Turbocharged, aftercooled, cooled EGR
Number of cylinders 6
Bore 4.21 in
Stroke 4.88 in
Piston displacement 408 in³
Horsepower:
   ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 - Net 231 HP
   Fan at maximum speed - Net 196 HP
Rated rpm 2,050 rpm
Fan drive method for radiator cooling Mechanical with viscous fan clutch
Governor All-speed control, electronic
*EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified
Hydraulics
Type: HydrauMind (Hydraulic Mechanical Intelligence New Design) system, closed-center system with load sensing valves and pressure compensated valves
Number of selectable working modes 6
Main pump:  
Type Variable displacement piston type
Pumps for Boom, arm, bucket, swing, and travel circuits
Maximum flow 475 L/min
Supply for control circuit Self-reducing valve
Hydraulic motors:  
Travel 2 x axial piston motors with parking brake
Swing 1 x axial piston motor with swing holding brake
Relief valve setting:  
Implement circuits 37.3 MPa 380 kgf/cm²
Travel circuit 37.3 MPa 380 kgf/cm²
Swing circuit 28.9 MPa 295 kgf/cm²
Pilot circuit 3.2 MPa 33 kgf/cm²
Grapple rotate circuit 9.8 MPa 100 kg/cm²
Grapple open/close circuit 29.9 MPa 305 kg/cm²
Log loader hydraulic cylinders:  
Number of cylinders Bore x Stroke x Rod Diameter
Boom / 2 150 mm x 1 247 mm x 110 mm
Arm / 1 185 mm x 1 421 mm x 120 mm
Bucket / 1 140 mm x 1 063 mm x 100 mm
Processor/Road builder:  
Number of cylinders Bore x Stroke x Rod Diameter
Boom / 2 140 mm x 1 300 mm x 100 mm
Arm / 1 150 mm x 1 635 mm x 110 mm
Bucket / 1 140 mm x 1 009 mm x 100 mm
*No bucket cylinder on Processor

Type: HydrauMind (Hydraulic Mechanical Intelligence New Design) system, closed-center system with load sensing valves and pressure compensated valves

Number of selectable working modes 6
Main pump:  
Type Variable displacement piston type
Pumps for Boom, arm, bucket, swing, and travel circuits
Maximum flow 126.5 US gpm
Supply for control circuit Self-reducing valve
Hydraulic motors:  
Travel 2 x axial piston motors with parking brake
Swing 1 x axial piston motor with swing holding brake
Relief valve setting:  
Implement circuits 5,400 psi
Travel circuit 5,400 psi
Swing circuit 4,050 psi
Pilot circuit 470 psi
Grapple rotate circuit 1,420 psi
Grapple open/close circuit 4,340 psi
Log loader hydraulic cylinders:  
Number of cylinders Bore x Stroke x Rod Diameter
Boom / 2 5.9" x 49.1" x 4.3"
Arm / 1 7.3" x 55.9" x 4.7"
Bucket / 1 5.5" x 41.9" x 3.9"
Processor/Road builder:  
Number of cylinders Bore x Stroke x Rod Diameter
Boom / 2 5.5" x 51.2" x 3.9"
Arm / 1 5.9" x 64.3" x 4.3"
Bucket / 1 5.5" x 39.7" x 3.9"

*No bucket cylinder on Processor

Drives and Breaks
Steering control Two levers with pedals
Drive method Hydrostatic
Maximum drawbar pull 287 kN 29 265 kgf
Gradeability 70%, 35°
Maximum travel speed: (Auto-Shift)
High 4.8 kph
Mid 3.6 kph
Low 2.5 kph
Service brake Hydraulic lock
Parking brake Mechanical disc brake
Steering control Two levers with pedals
Drive method Hydrostatic
Maximum drawbar pull 64,520 lbf.
Gradeability 70%, 35°
Maximum travel speed: (Auto-Shift)
High 3.0 mph
Mid 2.2 mph
Low 1.6 mph
Service brake Hydraulic lock
Parking brake Mechanical disc brake
Swing System
Drive method Hydrostatic
Swing reduction Planetary gear
Swing circle lubrication Grease-bathed
Service brake Hydraulic lock
Holding brake/Swing lock Mechanical disc brake
Swing speed 9.4 rpm
Swing torque 10 494 kg-m
Drive method Hydrostatic
Swing reduction Planetary gear
Swing circle lubrication Grease-bathed
Service brake Hydraulic lock
Holding brake/Swing lock Mechanical disc brake
Swing speed 9.4 rpm
Swing torque 75,902 ft.-lbs.
Undercarriage
Center frame X-frame
Track frame Box-section
Seal of track Sealed track
Track adjuster Hydraulic
Number of shoes 48 each side
Number of carrier rollers 2 each side
Number of track rollers 6 each side
Center frame X-frame
Track frame Box-section
Seal of track Sealed track
Track adjuster Hydraulic
Number of shoes 48 each side
Number of carrier rollers 2 each side
Number of track rollers 6 each side
Coolant & Lubricant Capacity (Refilling)
Fuel tank 400 L
Coolant 36 L
Engine 23.1 L
Final drive, each side 9.0 L
Swing drive 13.7 L
Hydraulic tank 132 L
Hydraulic system 253 L
DEF tank 23.1 L
Fuel tank 105.7 US gal
Coolant 9.5 US gal
Engine 6.1 US gal
Final drive, each side 2.4 US gal
Swing drive 3.6 US gal
Hydraulic tank 34.9 US gal
Hydraulic system 66.8 US gal
DEF tank 6.1 US gal
Operating Weight (Approximate)

Log Loader:
Includes: Forestry cab with 12 192 mm riser, 700 mm double grouser shoes, Komatsu 12 192 mm reach live heel forestry front, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment (no grapple).

Processor:
Includes: Forestry cab with 178 mm riser, 700 mm double grouser shoes, 6 150 mm one-piece processor boom, 3 500 mm processor arm, variable pitch reversing fan, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment (no head).

Road Builder:
Includes: Forestry cab with 178 mm riser, 700 mm double grouser shoes, 6 150 mm one-piece boom, 3 200 mm arm, 1 292 mm bucket, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment.

Configuration Operating Weight: Ground Pressure
Log Loader 39 630 kg 0.65 kg/cm2
Processor 37 000 kg 0.61kg/cm2
Road Builder 37 380 kg 0.61 kg/cm2

Log Loader:
Includes: Forestry cab with 48 in riser, 28 in double grouser shoes, Komatsu 40 ft. reach live heel forestry front, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment (no grapple).

Processor:
Includes: Forestry cab with 7 in riser, 28 in double grouser shoes, 20 ft. 2 in one-piece processor boom, 11 ft. 6 in processor arm, variable pitch reversing fan, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment (no head).

Road Builder:
Includes: Forestry cab with 7 in riser, 28 in double grouser shoes, 20 ft. 2 in one-piece boom, 10 ft. 6 in arm, 50.9 in bucket, heavy counterweight, rated capacity of lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, and standard equipment.

Configuration Operating Weight: Ground Pressure
Log Loader 87,370 lbs. 9.24 psi
Processor 81,571 lbs. 8.68 psi
Road Builder 82,410 lbs. 8.68 psi
  • 3 Speed travel with Auto shift
  • Alternator, 90 Ampere, 24V
  • AM/FM radio
  • Automatic engine warm-up system
  • Automatic air conditioner/heater
  • Auto idle
  • Auto Idle Shutdown (programmable)
  • Lever lock Auto-lock
  • Auxiliary input (3.5 mm jack)
  • Batteries, large capacity
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Boom and arm holding valves
  • Cab arrangement (See Optional Equipment)
  • Carrier rollers (2 each side)
  • Converter, 24V to 12V
  • Coolers, wide fin (radiator, hydraulic oil cooler, charge air cooler)
  • Counterweight, 7,000 kg
  • Doors, HD 6 mm for cooler, pump & engine compartments
  • Dry type air cleaner, double element
  • Electric horn
  • EMMS monitoring system
  • Engine hood debris screens
  • Engine, Komatsu SAA6D107E-3
  • Engine coolant to -25°C
  • Engine overheat prevention system
  • EPC joysticks, thumb-actuated sliding button controls for fine control of attachments
  • Fan guard structure
  • Fuel system pre-cleaner, 10 micron
  • Grip strut walkways (both sides)
  • Guard, HD front right corner with tree deflector and 1 LED working light
  • High back air suspension seat, with heat
  • High pressure In-line hydraulic filters
  • Hydraulic track adjusters
  • KOMTRAX® Level 5.0
  • Large LCD color monitor, high resolution
  • Lock lever
  • Mirrors, (LH and RH)
  • Operator Identification System
  • Power maximizing system
  • PPC hydraulic control system
  • Pump/engine room partition cover
  • Rear reflectors
  • Rearview monitoring system (1 camera)
  • Revolving frame undercovers, HD 9 mm
  • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm
  • Seat belt indicator
  • Secondary engine shutoff switch
  • Service valves, (2)
  • Shoes, double grouser, 700 mm
  • Skylight
  • Slip resistant foot plates
  • Spool limiters for 2 valves
  • Starter motor, 5.5 kW/24V x 1
  • Suction fan
  • Swivel guard, HD
  • Thermal and fan guards
  • Tow hooks, HD ( both ends of undercarriage)
  • Track frame, High and wide
  • Track frame undercovers, HD
  • Track rollers (8 each side)
  • Track roller guards, HD (full length)
  • Travel alarm
  • Working lights (see Optional Equipment, Fronts and Cab arrangements
  • Working mode selection system
  • 3 Speed travel with Auto shift
  • Alternator, 90 Ampere, 24V
  • AM/FM radio
  • Automatic engine warm-up system
  • Automatic air conditioner/heater
  • Auto idle
  • Auto Idle Shutdown (programmable)
  • Lever lock Auto-lock
  • Auxiliary input (3.5 mm jack)
  • Batteries, large capacity
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Boom and arm holding valves
  • Cab arrangement (See Optional Equipment)
  • Carrier rollers (2 each side)
  • Converter, 24V to 12V
  • Coolers, wide fin (radiator, hydraulic oil cooler, charge air cooler)
  • Counterweight, 15,432 lbs.
  • Doors, HD 1/4" for cooler, pump & engine compartments
  • Dry type air cleaner, double element
  • Electric horn
  • EMMS monitoring system
  • Engine hood debris screens
  • Engine, Komatsu SAA6D107E-3
  • Engine coolant to -13°F
  • Engine overheat prevention system
  • EPC joysticks, thumb-actuated sliding button controls for fine control of attachments
  • Fan guard structure
  • Fuel system pre-cleaner, 10 micron
  • Grip strut walkways (both sides)
  • Guard, HD front right corner with tree deflector and 1 LED working light
  • High back air suspension seat, with heat
  • High pressure In-line hydraulic filters
  • Hydraulic track adjusters
  • KOMTRAX® Level 5.0
  • Large LCD color monitor, high resolution
  • Lock lever
  • Mirrors, (LH and RH)
  • Operator Identification System
  • Power maximizing system
  • PPC hydraulic control system
  • Pump/engine room partition cover
  • Rear reflectors
  • Rearview monitoring system (1 camera)
  • Revolving frame undercovers, 3/8"
  • Seat belt, retractable, 3"
  • Seat belt indicator
  • Secondary engine shutoff switch
  • Service valves, (2)
  • Shoes, double grouser, 28"
  • Skylight
  • Slip resistant foot plates
  • Spool limiters for 2 valves
  • Starter motor, 5.5 kW/24V x 1
  • Suction fan
  • Swivel guard, HD
  • Thermal and fan guards
  • Tow hooks, HD ( both ends of undercarriage)
  • Track frame, High and wide
  • Track frame undercovers, HD
  • Track rollers (8 each side)
  • Track roller guards, HD (full length)
  • Travel alarm
  • Working lights (see Optional Equipment, Fronts and Cab arrangements
  • Working mode selection system
  • Arm holding valve (loose)
  • Cab arrangements
    - Forestry cab, Komatsu ROPS/OPS/FOPS/TOPS/FOG/WCB/Oregon OSHA Certified Forestry Cab with 178mm fixed riser and 7 LED working lights
    - Forestry cab, Komatsu ROPS/OPS/FOPS/TOPS/FOG/WCB/Oregon OSHA Certified Forestry Cab with 1,219 mm tilting riser and 8 LED working lights
    - Temporary shipping shell on "stilts"
  • Fan, variable pitch reversing (Road Builder only)
  • Fronts
    - Forestry, 12,192 mm reach live heel forestry boom, arm and heel with 2 LED working lights
    - Processor, 6,150 mm processor boom assembly with piping and 2 LED working lights; 3,500 mm processor arm assembly with piping; variable pitch reversing fan
    - Road Builder, 6,150 mm boom assembly with 1 actuator piping and 2 LED working lights; 3,200 mm arm assembly with 1 actuator piping
    - Boom cylinders only (excavator)
  • Grapples-Forestry 1,320 mm or 1,473 mm openings
  • Processing head, Komatsu 398 with MaxiXplorer control system and Sure Grip™ handles (ILOS EPC joysticks)*
  • Shoes, triple grouser, 700 mm
  • Soft swing system
  • Straight travel system, single pedal (1,219 mm riser only)
  • Arm holding valve (loose)
  • Cab arrangements
    - Forestry cab, Komatsu ROPS/OPS/FOPS/TOPS/FOG/WCB/Oregon OSHA Certified Forestry Cab with 7" fixed riser and 7 LED working lights
    - Forestry cab, Komatsu ROPS/OPS/FOPS/TOPS/FOG/WCB/Oregon OSHA Certified Forestry Cab with 48" tilting riser and 8 LED working lights
    - Temporary shipping shell on "stilts"
  • Fan, variable pitch reversing (Road Builder only)
  • Fronts
    - Forestry, 40' reach live heel forestry boom, arm and heel with 2 LED working lights
    - Processor, 20'2" processor boom assembly with piping and 2 LED working lights; 11'6" processor arm assembly with piping; variable pitch reversing fan
    - Road Builder, 20'2" boom assembly with 1 actuator piping and 2 LED working lights; 10'6" arm assembly with 1 actuator piping
    - Boom cylinders only (excavator)
  • Grapples-Forestry 52" or 58" openings
  • Processing head, Komatsu 398 with MaxiXplorer control system and Sure Grip™ handles (ILOS EPC joysticks)*
  • Shoes, triple grouser, 28"
  • Soft swing system
  • Straight travel system, single pedal (48" riser only)
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