MarketBook Komatsu Blog Archive

    Komatsu Introduces Non-Tier 4 PC138US-11 Excavator Version
    Posted On: May 7, 2026
    The Komatsu PC138US-11 Non-Tier 4 is a new version of the standard PC138US-11 midsize excavator that eliminates the need for DEF components such as AdBlue while retaining the same digging, lifting, and hydraulic performance. ...
    Komatsu Machines Get First Visual Overhaul In 24 Years
    Posted On: March 24, 2025
    Komatsu’s new visual identity changes the livery and technical identification of the machines while keeping the same quality engineering under the hood. ...
    Komatsu Unveils WA700-8 Quarry & Aggregate Wheel Loader
    Posted On: November 21, 2024
    Komatsu’s WA700-8 wheel loader is designed for quarry and aggregate work, and features increased power, lifting force, traction control, and load stability. ...
    Komatsu Debuts 980E-5SE Electric-Drive Mining Truck With Best-In-Class Power
    Posted On: July 12, 2023
    The diesel-powered, AC-driven haul truck can carry up to 363 tonnes of material with higher speed on grades in deep-pit mining work. ...
    Komatsu’s New 951XC Harvester Is More Compact Than The 951, Even With 2 More Wheels
    Posted On: May 26, 2023
    The manufacturer says the new final logging harvester’s compact size allows it to be used in denser stands. ...
    Komatsu’s PC210LCE Electric Excavator Cuts Carbon & Operating Costs
    Posted On: April 10, 2023
    The excavator is part of Komatsu’s goal of cutting carbon emissions in half by 2030 and achieving complete carbon neutrality by 2050. ...
    Komatsu Demonstrates Fuel-Efficient HB365LC-3 Hybrid Crawler Excavator At ConExpo
    Posted On: April 6, 2023
    Extra power is available if you need it, otherwise the hybrid excavator can deliver up to 20% greater fuel efficiency vs. a standard diesel model while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 20%. ...
    Komatsu Dozers’ intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Helps Newer Operators Up Their Game
    Posted On: April 6, 2023
    The manufacturer says that the automated dozing features of its D39PXi-24, D51PXi-24, and D71PXi-24 models can boost productivity and precision from mass excavation to finished grading. ...
    Komatsu To Showcase Machines & Technology Designed To Increase Jobsite Productivity At U.S. ConExpo Show
    Posted On: February 17, 2023
    Among the machines on display will be the PC900LC-11 excavator, the PC360LCi-11 intelligent excavator, and the D39PXi-24, D51PXi-24, and D71PXi-24 intelligent dozers. ...
    Komatsu To Highlight Connected Technologies At ConExpo
    Posted On: January 27, 2023
    The equipment company will also display several machines kitted out with its intelligent Machine Control 2.0 technologies: the PC360LCi-11 excavator and the D39PXi-24, D51PXi-25, and D71PXi-24 dozers. ...
    Komatsu’s Proprietary intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Now Available On The 359-Horsepower PC490LCi-11 Excavator
    Posted On: October 27, 2022
    The system is designed to lessen the skill gap between new and experienced operators. ...
    Komatsu Debuts Smart Construction Retrofit Kits With 3D Grade Guidance, Payload Volume Logging, Remote Monitoring For Excavators
    Posted On: July 28, 2022
    The manufacturer says the kits can be installed on most conventional Komatsu excavators by a local distributor for an affordable price. ...
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    Caterpillar Battery-Electric Haul Truck Trial With BHP & Rio Tinto Kicks Off In The Pilbara
    Posted 1/07/2026
    BHP, Rio Tinto, and Caterpillar are collaborating on a trial of the Cat 793 XE Early Learner battery-electric haul truck at BHP’s Jimblebar iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara. ...
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    Next-Gen John Deere 8 Series Tractors Offer Upgrades To Power, Manoeuvrability & Technology
    Posted 10/06/2026
    John Deere recently launched six new 8R and 8RX tractor models offering higher-horsepower options at 440, 490, and 540 HP, as well as enhanced manoeuvrability and precision ag technology. ...
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    Reach Buyers Anywhere With International Truck Sales Platforms From Sandhills
    Posted 8/06/2026
    Sandhills Global offers local platforms for selling used trucks and trailers in nearly every region in the world. ...
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    Easy Parts Searches Start With MarketBook.co.nz
    Posted 4/06/2026
    The new Parts For Sale page on MarketBook.co.nz makes finding the parts you need fast and easy. ...
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    Takeuchi Fields TB3150 & TB3150R 15-Tonne Tracked Excavators
    Posted 3/06/2026
    Takeuchi’s new 15-tonne-class, 3-Series tracked excavators are the TB3150 with a boom swing system for offset digging and the TB3150R with a reduced tail-swing radius and fixed boom. ...
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    Enhanced Hino 300 Series Range On Sale Now
    Posted 2/06/2026
    The next step in the evolution of the proven Hino 300 Series light-duty range is now on sale, with diesel Euro 6-compliant models joining the existing Euro 6 Hybrid Electric range. ...
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    ESM Resources Expands Fleet With A Robust Iveco T-Way
    Posted 14/05/2026
    Mobile plant hire and maintenance specialist ESM Resources added a T-Way 6x6 AD380 to its fleet for its durability and its suitability for heavy-duty off-road work. ...
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    2026 Renault Trafic Gains 9-Speed Automatic Transmission & Technical Upgrades
    Posted 13/05/2026
    The 2026 Renault Trafic is a midsize commercial van featuring a new 9-speed automatic transmission, enhanced fuel consumption, and an improved 2,500-kilogram towing capacity. ...
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    Bucher Municipal Selects Iveco ML160 Eurocargo For New Sweeper Platform
    Posted 11/05/2026
    Bucher Municipal recently chose the Iveco Eurocargo ML160 as the truck platform for its new MaxPowa V65t truck-mounted sweeper, citing its manoeuvrability, safety, and emissions compliance. ...
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    Volvo Trucks Announces Next-Generation Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks
    Posted 8/05/2026
    Volvo recently announced the next generation of its heavy-duty electric trucks, which have a new drivetrain to provide greater power and comfort. ...
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