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PC5500-6

Product catalog summary

Engine Power and Specifications
The PC 5500-6 Hydraulic Excavator is equipped with two Komatsu SDA12V159E-2 Tier 2 engines, each delivering 940 kW (1260 HP) at 1800 rpm. The operating weight varies between 533 and 552 tons, with a shovel and backhoe capacity of 29 m³ (38 yd³).

Quality and Reliability
Manufactured under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and BS OHSAS 18001:2007 standards, the excavator boasts a durable structural design aimed at reducing operating costs.

Undercarriage and Powertrain
The undercarriage features large diameter rollers, idlers, and sprockets to minimize track wear. The powertrain includes two main drives, each powering three main pumps, with an open circuit hydraulic system for efficient cooling and filtering.

Productivity and Maintenance
Designed for high productivity, the excavator offers strong digging forces and easy bucket filling. Maintenance is facilitated by easy access to components, automatic central lubrication, and the KOMTRAX Plus monitoring system.

Operator Comfort
The cab is designed for comfort with low noise levels, climate control, and a high-spec air suspension seat, along with comprehensive instrumentation and amenities like a refrigerator.

Hydraulics and Lubrication
The hydraulic system includes a load-limiting governor and pressure cut-off control, with large swing-out vertical air-to-oil hydraulic coolers. Automatic centralized lubrication systems are standard.

Attachments and Equipment
The excavator can be fitted with a front shovel or backhoe attachment, with specific boom and stick lengths. Standard equipment includes a heavy-duty undercarriage, main frame, lighting, and ergonomic operator cab features.

Optional Equipment
Options include attachment/bucket guards, different track shoe sizes, and electro drive options with various voltages.

Cold Weather Packages
Packages support operations down to -40°C and -50°C, with KIM Hotstart allowing functionality at -50°C with an external power source.

Specific Hydraulic Oil
Uses biodegradable hydraulic oil, highlighting environmental considerations.

Miscellaneous Features
Includes a fire suppression system, ISO5006 compliant camera system, impact-resistant front window, additional lighting, and cab climate control options. Service crane and special painting options are available.

Dimensions
Provides detailed machine dimensions with counterweight in both metric and imperial units.

Note: Specifications may change without notice. Komatsu is a registered trademark of Komatsu Ltd. Japan.

Catalog excerpts

ENGINE POWER 2 x 940 kW / 1260 HP @ 1800 rpm OPERATING WEIGHT 533–552 ton / 1,175,200–1,217,100 lb SHOVEL CAPACITY 29 m³ / 38 yd³ SAE 2:1 heaped BACKHOE CAPACITY 29 m³ / 38 yd³ SAE 1:1 heaped PC 5500-6 Loading Shovel PC 5500-6 Backhoe Hydraulic Exca

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Walk-AroundQuality in Manufacturing Commitment to „Quality and Reliability"’ Reliability and Durability Long life and low operating cost by design • Quality management ISO 9001 • Environmental management ISO 14001 • Occupational health and safety management system BS OHSAS 18001:2007 • Robust structural design developed from field experience and finite element analysis Undercarriage • High consistent quality through continuous investment in personnel, design and manufacturing systems and processes • Large diameter rollers, idlers and sprockets • Large surface area and extensive precision hardening...

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Productivity Designed for more tons per hour • Powerful digging forces • Ease of bucket filling • Proven attachment design • All cylinders mounted in the shadow of the attachment for protection • Various buckets and wear packages to suit all material densities and properties OPERATING WEIGHT Shovel 533–546 ton 1,175,300–1,203,900 lb Backhoe 538–552 ton 1,186,300–1,217,200 lb BUCKET CAPACITY Shovel 29 m³ / 38 yd³ Backhoe 29 m³ / 38 yd³ Advanced Hydraulics Extended reliability and precise control • Comprehensive monitored filtration • Simple open circuit hydraulic system with high efficiency swing...

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SPECIFICATIONS DIESEL DRIVE Tier 2 engine: Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x Komatsu SDA12V159E-2 Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-cycle, water-cooled, direct injection Aspiration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turbocharged and aftercooled Number of cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Rated power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 940 kW (1260 HP) @ 1800 rpm (SAE 1995/J1349) Governor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All-speed, electronic The integrated engine...

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Hydraulic Excavator The large and comfortable cab is mounted on 18 viscous damping pads and sound insulated. The cab has an automatic climate control and is pressurised. The operator’s seat is air suspended, electrically heated and has a lap seat belt and offers multiple adjustments. The trainer seat is also equipped with a lap seat belt. Low-effort joystick controls are electro-hydraulic with foot controls for front shovel clam, crawler and swing brake. Full instrumentation, KOMTRAX Plus and an AM/FM radio with MP3 ready CD player is fitted. The windshield wash wiper has two speeds and intermittent...

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*) WP 1 Light abrasive WP 2 Medium abrasive WP 3 Severe abrasive Alternative buckets on request

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Level crowd at ground level 5.600 mm 18'5" Bucket opening width 2.700 mm 8'10" *) WP 1 Light abrasive WP 2 Medium abrasive WP 3 Severe abrasive Alternative buckets on request

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT HYDRAULIC MINING SHOVEL FRONT SHOVEL ATTACHMENT • 7,6 m / 24’11“ boom • 5,6 m / 18’4“ stick • Set of cylinders • 29 m3 / 38 yd3 (SAE 2:1) shovel bucket incl. standard wear package (WP2) with hammerless GET system OR BACKHOE ATTACHMENT • 11,0 m / 36‘1“ boom • 5,1 m / 16’9“ stick • Set of cylinders • 29 m3 / 38 yd3 (SAE 1:1) bucket incl. standard wear package (WP2) with hammerless GET system CRAWLER UNDERCARRIAGE • Heavy-duty shovel type undercarriage • Centre carbody • 2 heavy box-type track frames • 7 bottom rollers and 3 top rollers each side • 1350 mm / 53” cast steel track...

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