Biggest ever Komatsu PC9000-12 electric excavator goes global

Electrek
2026.04.04 13:14
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Komatsu has launched the PC9000-12, its largest electric-drive hydraulic excavator, capable of moving 80 tons of material per pass and over 8,000 tons per hour. Following its successful deployment at Suncor’s Fort Hills mine, the excavator is now available globally. Designed for tough mining environments, it offers configurations for electric and diesel drive, aiming to enhance productivity and reduce emissions. Komatsu's Vice President, Peter Buhles, emphasizes its versatility and integration with autonomous systems, setting a new benchmark for surface mining operations.