2010
As use of ICT for construction equipment became more common, things like crewless dump trucks, IT execution, and KOMTRAX were further developed. Hybrid equipment that decreased both fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emission was introduced and marked a new generation of construction machines.
Complies with the standards of the 2014 Non-Road Regulations.
Adopting a high-capacity torque converter with an advanced wide-range lockup, and reducing fuel consumption with Komatsu Smart Loader Logic that optimally controls the engine, powertrain, and hydraulic system according to the work load, realize high levels of both productivity and fuel efficiency.
Work efficiency has been improved by reviewing the shape of the bucket in consideration of scooping, fullness, and load retention. The automatic drilling function equipped as a standard feature detects the load on the machine and automatically controls it accordingly. As the excavation to scooping may be operated with the accelerator alone, it ensures a stable load regardless of the skill of the operator, therefore contributes to improved productivity and reduced fatigue.
The latest KOMTRAX (Komatsu Machine Operation Tracking System) enables operation management for each operator, as well as confirming the remaining amount of AdBlue®(*1) required for the exhaust gas aftertreatment system.
*1. Registered trademark of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). A high-grade urea solution exclusively used in the urea SCR system.
Wheel loader
It was 1949 when the first wheel loader was manufactured in Japan, however, it was not until mid 1960's when Komatsu entered the wheel loader market aligning with International Harvester. From JH series in the beginning, to the 500 series, to Komatsu's original WA series, our wheel loaders have met the needs of construction sites by scaling up, coping with the environment and adopting advanced technology such as mechatronics and IT.
