Komatsu Europe showcases HB215LC-3 hybrid excavator

First published in bauma Preview - March 12, 2019

Komatsu Europe’s HB215LC-3 hybrid excavator

Komatsu Europe’s HB215LC-3 hybrid crawler excavator comes with an EU Stage IV emissions-compliant engine and Komatsu’s most advanced hybrid and powertrain technologies to date.

Together with the claimed highest level of standard specifications, the HB215LC-3 offers drastic fuel savings and reduced CO² emissions, increased production, improved control, first class operator comfort, intelligent safety initiatives, the latest KOMTRAX telematics, advanced Komatsu hydraulics and the new Komatsu Integrated Attachment Control system.

KOMTRAX telematics and Komatsu CARE, a Komatsu maintenance program for customers, offer top fleet management and support, protect the machine against misuse and guarantee maximum efficiency and uptime.

The HB215LC-3‘s EU Stage IV certified Komatsu SAA4D107E-3 engine offers 110kW of power. A Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system using AdBlue reduces NOx emissions to meet regulations.

Komatsu’s innovative hybrid system uses an electric swing motor/generator. The hydraulic power normally needed by the swing system is instead available to power the boom, arm and bucket, helping to improve production. The energy from swing deceleration, which would normally go unused, is captured and stored in an ultra-capacitor for use by the electric swing motor or engine mounted motor/generator to assist engine acceleration.

The new viscous fan clutch system controls optimal fan speed, reduces fuel consumption and contributes to lower in-cab noise. A comfortable work environment further helps operators’ productivity. The proportional control joysticks, which are standard, allow precise operation of attachments with comfort and ease. With the addition of the new Neutral Detection System, the risk of inadvertent operation is reduced.

The ROPS certified cab, specifically designed for hydraulic excavators, gains strength from a reinforced box structure. The cab is mounted on viscous isolation dampers for low vibration levels. A standard heated high back air suspension seat comes with newly designed fully adjustable armrests for improved comfort.