2004 Heavy Equipment Parts & Accessories for Komatsu

Tend Your Land With Komatsu Heavy Equipment

There are a lot of brands manufacturing heavy equipment for construction to use when the warm weather comes. One such brand is Komatsu. If you are in construction, you must have come across machines such as excavators manufactured by this brand. Note that the use of machines is not limited to construction activities only. Sometimes, you need excavating equipment for landscaping purposes. Read on for more useful information.

There are several models of Komatsu excavators available. Listed below are a few examples of these excavators.

1. Model PC88MR-8: This model is large and has a tight tail swing. It also comes with a swing boom, three-track options and a backfill blade similar to a mini excavator. Whether in spring or winter, this machine is reliable and can withstand all weather conditions.
2. Model PC200-8: This turbocharged model is more advanced than those mentioned above. It uses a powerful engine with an air-to-air aftercooled mechanism. Additionally, this machine has very low fuel consumption and, therefore, economical to use. It is also comfortable to use since the cab is low noise with soft vibration cap damper mounting.
3. Model PC220-8: This model has considerable similarity to the 200-8 model. The only variation is that this one has a bigger engine capacity. Additionally, it has enough safety features to ensure comfortable and safe operation. Its sturdy frame structure, together with greased sealed tracks, make this machine reliable to work with.
4. Model PC450-8: piping: This model's main distinguishing feature is that it has large ROPS cabins, quick hitches, emergency stops, and attachment piping. It uses a Komatsu 5AA6D125-E engine with an overheat prevention system.

Heavy equipment tends to break down frequently, especially on hot sunny days. The heat makes their engines overheat. When this happens, it is wise to quickly repair the damage or ask for a replacement as soon as possible. That said, you have to have a clear understanding of the aftermarket Komatsu parts available in the market. Below is a list.

• Aftermarket Komatsu turbocharges these turbos charges come with compressor wheels made from cast aluminum alloy.
• Aftermarket Komatsu rubber tracks, there are three types of rubber tracks: mini-excavator rubber tracks, compact track loader rubber tracks, and mini-dozer rubber tracks. All of these models are of premium quality and guarantee optimal performance.
• Aftermarket Komatsu gear pumps: Machinery cannot work without gear pumps. At Komatsu, there is a wide selection of aftermarket gear pumps. You need not worry about getting a replacement when your machine breaks down.
• Aftermarket Komatsu blades and ends Komatsu has high-quality blades and ends made from boron steel. During manufacture, the blades are heat-treated, tempered and quenched to ensure optimal performance.

An excavator has three major sections. These sections include:

• The undercarriage: This part contains the track frame, track, gearing and hydraulic motor. Note that any form of dozer attachment or blade is considered as part of the undercarriage. The undercarriage provides much-needed support for the excavator. A Faulty undercarriage may lead to a breakdown.
• The house: This part Komatsu can also be referred to as the excavator's cab. The house contains counterweights and base frames. Additionally, this part holds the engine, fuel, hydraulic oils and any other fluid used by the excavator.
• Boom: An excavator has two types of a boom on it. The first one is the mono boom, whereby the arm bends in one single direction only. Secondly, an excavator has knuckle booms that are capable of alternative rotation.