Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 – Which one is better? The 78 and 88 are two very similar wheeled loaders capable of performing significant work on construction sites. If you do not know what wheeled loaders are, a wheeled loader is basically a big jacked up pickup truck designed to carry around a bucket. These two models are probably two of the best rated machines by their users, whether they are pros or amateurs.Which one is better?

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Dipper

Dipper

The dipper arm is the most important part of an excavator because it carries the bucket. The PC78 and PC88 have a dipper length of 1.85m.

These dimensions are the same.

Bucket

The standard bucket size for these models is 0.17 m3, which is ideal for digging holes for fence posts or planting trees. For transferring gravel or loading sand, you might want to consider a bigger bucket like 0.29 m3.

Blade

The blade on a conventional excavator can be used to maintain balance during operation as well as level ground during grading or backfilling jobs. The Komatsu PC78 and PC88 have a blade width of 1,550mm, which is the same for both machines.

Contrapeso

The counterweight allows the machine to be stable and to lift heavy loads. A good counterweight should not be too heavy because this will increase fuel consumption and put extra stress on the engine and mechanical components. The counterweight of Komatsu PC78 has a weight of 3,230kg while that of Komatsu PC88 has 4,280 kg; which means that this machine has an advantage over its counterpart in terms of stability when lifting heavy loads.

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC88
Comprimento da caçamba - Mínimopés/pol.	7 ft 4 in
Comprimento da caçamba - Máximopés/pol.		6 ft 11 in

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Driveline

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88. Komatsu PC78-6. The Komatsu PC78US-6 is equipped with a 3.8 liter engine, which produces less emissions and fuel consumption than the previous model. The new engine has a power output of 65 horsepower and draws in more air for better combustion to allow for a smoother running engine.

Komatsu PC88-8. With its increased productivity, the Komatsu PC88MR-8 is perfect for general construction, demolition and earthmoving applications. This machine is powered by an Isuzu turbocharged diesel engine rated at 67 horsepower and meets EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards.

differences that could make one a better choice for your project than the other.

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC88
Classificação de Emissão	Nível 4	Nível 4
Fabricante do motor	Komatsu	Komatsu
Numero de cilindros	3	3
Polegadas de deslocamento³	149.5	149.5
Potência do motor - HP líquido	67.9	67.9
Largura da sapata da esteira polegadas	18	18

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Dimensions

The Komatsu PC78MR-6 is a compact track excavator that is the perfect balance between power and size. This machine can work easily in tight spaces, but still has the strength to get the job done. The PC 78 has a slightly smaller operating weight than the PC 88 (21,196 lbs to 23,377 lbs), but its fuel tank is slightly smaller as well. The PC78 also has a lower maximum operating pressure of 3,349 psi compared to the 3,937 psi for the PC 88.

Since these machines are so similar and are frequently compared with each other, here is a breakdown of their specifications to help you make an informed decision when purchasing your next mini excavator.

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC88
Altura de Transporte - Máximo de pés/pol.	9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Altura do Transporte - Sobre a Lança pés/pol.	9 ft 8 in
Comprimento total do material rodante pés/pol.	9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Zero Tailswing	Yes	NÃO
Lâmina dozer	Padrão	Padrão
Largura sobre trilhos fixos	7 ft 8 in	7 ft 8 in
Medidor de Pista pés/pol.	6 ft 2 in	6 ft 2 in
Profundidade de escavação - 2,24 m/8 pés de fundo plano ft/in	14 ft 4 in	13 ft 9 in
Raio de giro dianteiro - Lança mono ft/in	6 ft 9 in	6 ft 9 in

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Capacities

Comparing PC78 and PC88, both of them come with a wide variety of capacities and bucket sizes. For instance, the PC78 comes in a maximum operating weight of anywhere between 16,100 lb. to 17,200 lb. These weights are dependent on whether you use rubber tracks or steel tracks for the excavator.

The PC78 also has a maximum digging depth of anywhere between 160 inches and 190 inches, depending on your choice of bucket size and capacity. The PC88 has a maximum digging depth of anywhere from 175 inches to 205 inches.

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC88
Galões do tanque de combustível (EUA)	33	33
Galões do tanque hidráulico (EUA)	14.8	14.8

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Performance

Both PC78 and PC88 are small excavators in the 7 to 10 metric ton range. The Komatsu PC88 is a few years older than the PC78, but they both have been manufactured for a while, so they’re both well-established in the market at this point. You can buy either of these machines used or new today, depending on your preferences.

The main difference between the two machines is their size and fuel efficiency. The Komatsu PC88 is larger than the Komatsu PC78, but it also uses more fuel per hour of operation.

Komatsu has manufactured many different sizes of excavators over the years, but this article will focus on these two because they’re comparable in size.

The Komatsu PC88 is a hydraulic excavator with a Komatsu SAA6D107E-1 engine that runs at 123 horsepower. This machine has an operating weight of 21,650 pounds and a dig depth of 15 feet, 4 inches. It has a travel speed of 2 miles per hour and an arm digging force of 17,463 pounds. It also has an arm crowd force of 14,752 pounds.

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC78
Pressão de Mancal de Terra PSI	5.2	5.44
Velocidade de giro rpm	10	10
Força de tração lbf	15309	15040
Dipper Tearout lbf	7756	8161
Quebra de Balde lbf	13781	13781
Elevador – Cotado com Balde?	Yes	Yes
Fluxo total galões (EUA) / min	40.1	40.1

Komatsu PC78 VS PC88 |Weights

Weights

PC78 has an operating weight of 19,840 lb (8,990 kg) to 22,580 lb (10,240 kg), while the PC88 has an operating weight of 24,420 lb (11,070 kg) to 27,500 lb (12,470 kg).

Horsepower and Torque

The PC78 has a net horsepower of 50.5 hp (37.7 kW) and a bucket digging force of 11,490 lbf (50.98 kN), while the PC88 has a net horsepower of 66 hp (49 kW) and a bucket digging force of 14,520 lbf (64.4 kN).

	Komatsu PC78	Komatsu PC88
Peso operacional	17483	19224
Contrapeso	1775	7826

Chose Komatsu PC78 or PC88 Which one is better?

With a net power of 52 hp, the Komatsu PC78UU-6 has an engine that produces less horsepower than the Komatsu PC88MR-10, which is rated at 68 hp.

The Komatsu PC78UU-6 has an operating weight of 17,502 lbs. This unit has an operating weight that is 6,588 lbs more than the Komatsu PC88MR-10.

The dimensions of the Komatsu PC78UU-6 are 5’4″ x 10’5″ x 9’8″. This unit has dimensions that are 6″ shorter in length, 1’8″ less in width and 9″ less in height than the Komatsu PC88MR-10.

Depending on various factors like the condition of the model and the mileage of a particular unit, the average price of a pre-owned excavator ranges from $30,000 to $40,000. If you want to save money on your purchase, you should buy a used model instead of a new one as it will cost you about 20% less than its brand new counterpart.