Check out this week’s news which covers the operation of JCB’s Hydradig in a waste management operation, the success of a hydrogen generator for housebuilder, Wates Group and Komatsu reveal a prototype wheel excavator, the PW148-11. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister site www.farmmachinerypages.co.uk If you are looking for…

Komatsu has revealed an upgraded PW148-11 wheel loader prototype at Bauma 2025. This upgrade aligns the 14-tonne short-tail bestseller with the same features of the recently launched PW168-11 and PW198-11 models, including a new design, reduced transport height, enhanced operator comfort, and increased durability. All-wheel-steering option for better manoeuvrability Included in the upgrade is an…

Komatsu has announced that Smart Construction Remote is available as a standard, included with all purchases of Komatsu-branded guidance and control systems. This includes Intelligent Machine Control (iMC), Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance, and the newly launched PC220LCi-12, which features iMC 3.0 technology. This initiative applies for the entire lifetime of the machine, reinforcing Komatsu’s…

Komatsu is introducing the new WA170M-11 wheel loader, expanding its wheel loader series in the 9-10 tonne operating weight range. This new model, developed and produced in Hannover, Germany, will be shown for the first time to a wider audience at Bauma 2025. With an operating weight of around 10 tonnes, the WA170M-11 is a…

Need a late registration tipper in a hurry? Got to have insulation and tarmac chutes? It looks like MAC’s Truck Sales has the answer – they claim to have the largest stock of 7.5 to 18 tonne tippers in the UK. Check out the MAC’S Trucks inventory on our sister site, Truckpages. In the news…

Komatsu has announced the launch of one new 4-tonne skid steer loader and one new 5-tonne compact track loader at bauma 2025 in Munich, Germany. The new compact track loader prototype and skid steer loader prototype join the “dash 8” range to deliver unbeatable customer values to the loader sector. They are specifically focused on…

Komatsu has revealed an upgraded line of mini excavators. The updated lineup incorporates several new features designed to improve safety, operator comfort, and versatility.  “We’re excited to introduce the updated generation of our mini excavators,” said Emanuele Viel, group manager for compact line. “We listened to our customers and focused on enhancing the features that…

Komatsu Europe has revealed the details of three new demolition attachments to add to their existing range. These include an all new static pulveriser, rotating pulveriser and demolition crusher. The new demolition attachments  achieve short cycle times by using large hydraulic components for maximized oil flow and a custom-made speed valve. On the mechanical side,…

Komatsu has announced the new WA700 wheel loader, engineered with increased levels of safety and productivity, exceptional durability, and impeccable environmental credentials. Working from customers’ input, Komatsu identified that safety, cost per tonne produced, CO2 emission, maximising uptime, and operator well-being were the key concerns of customers. These insights were integral to the development process,…

New module replicates Komatsu PC490HRD with K100 boom change system Komatsu has revealed the expansion of their model range of Komatsu simulators with the new K100 High Reach Demolition Excavator Simulator. The Komatsu simulator add-on module for demolition excavators is designed based on the Komatsu PC490HRD excavator and features the company’s unique K100 boom change…

Komatsu has combined Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernise its Smart Construction Edge solution, in partnership with technology giant Sony as part of the EarthBrain joint-venture across Komatsu, NTT Communications, Sony Semiconductor and Nomura Research Institute, to champion digitalisation and advancement in drone surveying processes. The innovative Edge solution is a unique device that works to…

Komatsu has launched its latest generation of wheel loaders, the WA475-11 and WA485-11. These two new models have improved efficiency in terms of fuel consumption and payload and bucket capacity and reduced emissions. Power and Efficiency At the heart of new Dash 11 generation wheel loaders is a newly developed Komatsu diesel engine which is…

Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has invested in a new Komatsu HD605-8 rigid dumper. With its reserves of high purity calcium carbonate, the Derbyshire-based company produces over 100 critical mineral products which go into everyday essentials such as animal feeds, glass and adhesives. The dumper comes with the latest Komatsu technology and increased power. Auto engine shut…

Komatsu has introduced a significant upgrade to its crawler excavator operator cab that acknowledges that operator comfort is key to jobsite efficiency. “We already provide our customers with highly productive and efficient machines,” says Vince Porteous, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe. “With the new operator cab, we’ve taken a significant step forward by increasing operator…

Komatsu Europe has introduced a new sorting and demolition grapple range, the latest addition to the Komatsu attachments portfolio. The new grapple range includes all grapples coming as standard with a load control valve included. The main areas of focus were on low maintenance cost and a long lifetime of the attachments. This was achieved…

Komatsu has revealed three new electric mini excavators at Intermat 2024, the international exhibition for construction and infrastructure. The new models, the PC20E, PC26E, and PC33E complete with new cab specification, are especially focused on the European market, and offer customers a sustainable and powerful solution for a variety of excavation tasks. “Komatsu is committed…

Komatsu Europe has revealed the latest addition to its lineup, the HD605-10 rigid dump truck. The manufacturer claims that this ‘Large Class’ machine “sets new benchmarks in safety, productivity, durability, and environmental responsibility.” Designed to maximise productivity while minimising operational costs, the HD605-10 comes with enhanced engine power and torque, along with cutting-edge fuel-saving technologies….

The Komatsu tracked excavator is a great example of the choice available from advertiser Ridgway Rentals on page 15 of this week’s magazine. The company has excavators from 2018 to 2020 including a 2018 Komatsu PC490LC-11 with 5,100 hours, a 2019 PC360LC-11 and a 2020 PC228USLC-11. Remember, there is always a huge choice of Komatsu…

There’s a choice of Komatsu PC210 LC tracked excavators heading through the Malcolm Harrison sale at Prees, Shropshire on the 20th April. If you are keen on one of these machines, you may have to spread yourself thin, as there are some similar excavators going under the hammer at the CVA sale on the same…

Komatsu has signed a multi-year deal with Williams Racing to become the Principal Partner of the British team from the start of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship (F1) season. Komatsu was a key partner of Williams Racing in Formula One during the 1980s and 1990s, a period of abundant success for the team….