You can now tackle demanding forestry processing environments with the Komatsu PC230F-1, which is a powerful and manoeuvrable processor that can delimb, cut and stack felled timber. Source: Timberbiz
According to Komatsu you can now control downtime and drive productivity with its robust, dependable and fuel-efficient Komatsu PC230F-11 processor. Delimb, cut and stack timber with this powerful and manoeuvrable processor, designed specifically to meet the demands of forestry work.
Large trees can be moved more easily thanks to a powerful swing system and a large swing circle. With exceptional reach of up to 29 feet (8,951 mm), the excellent manoeuvrability of the PC230F-11 helps drive productivity.
Designed with a high and wide undercarriage, powerful swing motor and ability to withstand high-debris conditions, the PC230F-11 is backed by service, easy access to parts and an industry-leading warranty.
Built to tackle demanding forestry processing environments, the PC230F-11 has exceptional reach, a high and wide rugged undercarriage and a powerful swing system.
The PC230F-11 has:
- Net horsepower of 147kW @ 2,050 rpm
- Operating weight of 30,625 kg
- Swing torque of 8,065 kgm.
When operators are working in high-debris conditions, the robust wide-fin radiator is protected by heavy-duty forestry screens and a variable pitch reversing fan helps improve airflow.
Offering excellent ground clearance, the PC230F-11, provides reliable manoeuvrability in tough forestry environments thanks to a high and wide undercarriage designed with larger class-size components.
Operators can adjust quickly to a sudden change in load weight without losing productivity with the Auto Power Max feature. It automatically senses the difference and reacts with a seven-second burst of additional horsepower to help pull the trees through, during the delimbing process.
To reduce operator fatigue, the PC230F-11 provides a quiet, comfortable work environment. Cabs are climate-controlled and equipped with Bluetooth technology. The cushioned air-suspension seat can be heated or cooled.
An extra-rugged exterior protects against falling limbs with a 1.26 inch-thick (32 mm) polycarbonate front window and metal designed to withstand demanding environments. The PC230F-11 features heavy-duty service undercover guards and rear compartment doors, and a right corner guard with a standard tree deflector.
The Komatsu SAA6D107E-3 Tier 4 Final engine is more fuel efficient than the prior Tier 4 interim engines. Thanks to proprietary Komatsu engine technology, the larger size-class (PC290LL-11) factory-installed engine also powers performance.
So operators can spend more time on the job and less time refuelling with the additional fuel storage on the PC230F-11. The tank is in the rear of the carrier and built into the counterweight, delivering double the fuel capacity. Because the fuel tank was moved to the rear, there is a large tool storage area on the side for the operator to store an extra five-gallon bucket of oil, extra chains and other tools.
