340DL Vs Komatsu PC400 Side by Side Comparison - Update May 11

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Side by Side comparison

Cat 340DL Komatsu PC400-7
Model name: 340DL Model name: PC400-7

S/N: JTN00196 S/N: KMTPC086Vo20552167
SMU: 17 hrs SMU: 3846 hrs
Boom: 6.5 m Boom: 7.06 m
Stick: 3.2 m Stick: 3.38m
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Table of Contents
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION page 3

DURABILITY page 4
PERFORMANCE page 15
MAINTENANCE . page 19
SAFETY . page 25
Written by Jerome Claret, HEX Product Specialist

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Technical Specifications
CAT 340DL KOMATSU PC400-7
Operating weight 38,1t to 38,6t 41.4t to 42.2t

Engine model Cat C9 ACERTTM SAA6D125E-3
ENGINE Net Engine power
209 kW 246 kW
(ISO14396)
Length to center of rollers 4040 mm 4020 mm
STRUCTURE Track gauge 2920 mm 2740 mm
Ground clearance 743 mm 555 mm
Max Recommended Bucket
WORK TOOL 2.6m3 2.2 m3
size
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Main hydraulic return filter
Capsule filter with bottom valve prevents Canister filter are located in the tank. When
contaminating the oil tank. Sensor detects removing it, tank is fully opened to
plugging of the filter and displays this info contamination and filter leaks. There is no
on the monitor. plugging sensor.
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Electrical wiring
The wires are color coded and numbered to Wires are only color coded. The harness is
facilitate troubleshooting in case of issue. automotive type, retains water and doesnt
The navy-type electrical braiding over the prevent the wire from moving which may
wiring is flame resistant, adding extra cause wear and create shortcuts.
protection to the electrical system.
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Stress relieving process
Boom and stick are put in an oven for more Front parts arent stress relieved.
than 7 hours to be warmed up to 620 and
then slowly cooled down. This process
removes constraints created during the
welding process and significantly increases
the life of the structure (estimated to be
between 2 and 7 times).
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Counterweight ground clearance
Ground clearance = 1500 mm Ground clearance = 1320 mm

The higher ground clearance prevents to
damage the structure when swinging.
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Upper frame
Ground clearance = 742 mm Ground clearance = 550 mm

The higher ground clearance prevents
damage to the structure when traveling in
uneven ground.
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Track roller frame
Multiple reinforcement (additional plate, There are no specific reinforcements.

reinforcement on both sides on the idler)
ensures the structure supports higher stress.
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Upper frame
Upper frame / track clearance = around 280 Upper frame / track clearance = around 200
mm mm
The higher clearance prevents damage to the
structure with material laying on the tracks
when swinging.
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Carrier rollers
Dual support carrier roller prevents Shaft of the roller is only maintained on
bending the shaft of the roller and creates one side (cantilever design) what is more
leaks in severe application. sensitive to bending (which creates leak).
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Upper frame skirt
The skirt has a U-shape design with The skirt has a U-shape design without
additional reinforcement plate that closes the additional reinforcement plate.
U to ensure superior stiffness and durability.
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Swing bearing mounting
The inner ring is assembled using spacer in There is no spacers to maintain the inner ring.
order to use longer bolts. Longer bolts allow Bolts are shorter, so they can carry less
lower load for same retention force. stresses.
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Front windshield
Front windshield is using laminated glass. Front windshield is using a tempered glass.
Such glass is made of a layers of glass and Such glass break into very small pieces
resin that helps to prevent the glass from instead of big shards but is sensitive to
being broken apart, better resisting impact. impact.
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Track Gauge
Track Gauge = 2920 mm Track Gauge = 2740 mm

The wider track gauge allow to enhance the
stability over the side and takes full benefit
of the hydraulics of the machine when
swinging over the side.
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Cab height
Floor cab height = 1650 mm Floor cab height = 1650 mm

The operator is positioned higher. This
enhances his overall visibility on the job site
to optimize his efficiency.
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Fan
The hydraulically drive fan adjusts the speed The fan is driven by a belt. Speed cant be
of the fan depending of the needs. adjusted to limit the power taken by the fan.
This allows saving power to work when it
isnt required to cool the engine down.
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Visibility
The right window offers a larger view in The window doesnt go down and the
between the tracks; the monitor is hidden monitor creates a large blind spot on the
behind the cab post to limit blind spots and right-hand side, which affects operator
optimize operator efficiency. efficiency.
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Maintenance intervals
Hydraulic return filter 1000 hrs 1000 hrs

Hydraulic oil change up to 6000 hrs up to 5000 hrs
Engine oil & filter 500 hrs 500 hrs
Boom & Stick lubrication 1000 hrs 100 hrs
Linkage lubrication 100hrs 50 hrs
Swing bearing lubrication 250 hrs 250 hrs
Greasing interval (10 times longer for boom

and stick) and hydraulic oil change interval
are longer, which prevents needing to stop
the machines as much for maintenance.
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Sample ports
There are pressure ports for hydraulic oil, There are no sample ports. Taking samples
engine oil, and coolant in order to easily can generate contamination.
control the quality of the fluids and extend
their life without generating contamination.
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Pressure ports
There are multiple pressure ports to facilitate There are no pressure ports. If some pressure
troubleshooting in case of issues. has to be measured, the hydraulic circuit has
to be opened to install pressure ports that
may generate contamination.
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Radiator screen
The radiator screen is positioned on the door. The screen is positioned on the radiator. It
It can easily been cleaned once the door is must be completely removed from the top
opened. to be cleaned.
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Batteries
Batteries dont require any maintenance. Batteries require controlling the level of
electrolyte periodically.
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Swing bearing greasing ports
Greasing ports inside hole can hardly be Greasing ports are exposed to damage.
damaged. Once damaged they require tooling to be
replaced. In the meantime greasing of the
swing bearing cant be done.
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Anti-slip surface
Nipple stamped in the plate prevents Sand paper is used to prevent slipping. The
slipping; this solution provides a durable paper is wearing out and requires
anti-slip surface. replacement often to avoid slipping.
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Fire wall
The full fire wall prevents oil from There is no fire wall on the lower part of the
contacting the engine in case of leaks. pump compartment. In case of hydraulic
leak in the pump compartment, the
hydraulic oil can contact with the hot
surface of the engine, which may create a
fire.
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Cab lights
In addition to the two lights on the boom and The machine has two lights on the boom
the light in the toolbox, the 340DL has two and one in the tool box but hasnt any on
lights on the operator station to be able to the cab. The machine doesnt generate
work at night. enough light to work at night (can only
move).
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Steps
Step #1 height = 300 mm Step height = 460 mm

Step #2 height = 300 mm
The limited step height prevents the operator
from being unbalanced.
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Emergency engine shut down
The emergency switch located below the seat There is no emergency switch. To switch
suspension allows you to switch off the down the engine it is required to climb in the
engine from ground in case of any issue. cab and use the contact key. The extra time
taken may be critical in case of emergency.
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Mirror
The right-hand side mirror can easily be The right-hand side mirror requires tools to
folded without the need of using any tool. It be turned. If the operator hasnt the tools
is positioned high on the machine to avoid required, the mirror can be easily damaged
easily damaging it. during transportation. In addition it is
positioned lower on the machine, exposing it
more to damage.
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Takeaways
DURABILITY MAINTENANCE
Capsule main return filter Extended maintenance interval
Electrical wiring and harness SOSSM ports and pressure ports
Stress-relieved boom and stick Radiator screen on the door
U/C and skirt reinforcement Maintenance-free batteries
Counterweight and carbody ground clearance Protected Swing bearing ports
Swing bearing bolts spacer
Laminated windshield
PERFORMANCE SAFETY
Wider Track gauge Durable anti-slip surface
Higher operator station Full firewall
On-demand fan Cab lights
Enhanced visibility Limited step height
Emergency shut down switch
Retractable right-hand side mirror
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Side by Side comparison

Model name: 340DL Model name: PC400-7

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION page 3

Written by Jerome Claret, HEX Product Specialist

CAT 340DL KOMATSU PC400-7

Operating weight 38,1t to 38,6t 41.4t to 42.2t

Ground clearance = 1500 mm Ground clearance = 1320 mm

Ground clearance = 742 mm Ground clearance = 550 mm

Multiple reinforcement (additional plate, There are no specific reinforcements.

Track Gauge = 2920 mm Track Gauge = 2740 mm

Floor cab height = 1650 mm Floor cab height = 1650 mm

Hydraulic return filter 1000 hrs 1000 hrs

Greasing interval (10 times longer for boom

Step #1 height = 300 mm Step height = 460 mm

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