Komatsu PW148-11E0

Used Komatsu PW148-11E0 wheeled excavator — reference specifications, condition points and export notes for this model.

The Komatsu PW148-11E0 is a wheeled digging excavator with an operating weight of 13.865 to 16.1 t, a 0.86 m3 bucket and 110 kW / 148 HP rated power. It suits trenching, utility and general earthmoving work, with a maximum dig depth of 5.4 m.

Description is a class-level reference built from the published specifications above; the exact unit's year, hours and condition are confirmed before payment.

Reference specifications

Reference specifications for Komatsu PW148-11E0
Operating weight	13.865–16.1 t
Bucket capacity	0.86 m³
Rated power	110 kW / 148 HP
Max dig depth	5.4 m

Values are a public reference for this model. Confirm the exact unit's year, hours, condition and attachments before purchase.

Buying brief: Komatsu PW148-11E0

This class of wheeled digging excavator is a mobile machine for trenching, utility work and general site excavation where road travel between jobs matters. The Komatsu PW148-11E0 has an operating weight of 13.865 to 16.1 t, a bucket capacity of 0.86 m3 and a rated power of 110 kW / 148 HP, with a maximum dig depth of 5.4 m. These figures place it in the mid-size wheeled group suited to drainage, foundations and light bulk digging. Buyers should confirm these values against the machine plate and documents, as they define the work it suits and the transport options. On site, the wheeled undercarriage gives travel speed and manoeuvrability that tracked machines lack, but stability depends on tyre condition, axle lock and outriggers where fitted.

The buyer should weigh tyre wear and type, steering play, the travel lock function and the brake system, since these affect safe road travel and working stability. Attachment choice, such as breaker or grading bucket, changes the load case and hydraulic demand. This size balances road speed with dig performance, so check that the steering and oscillation systems are in order before committing. Inspection before payment should cover the engine for smoke, blow-by and fluid leaks, and the hydraulics for response, noise and cylinder condition. Pins and bushes at the boom, stick and bucket show wear that affects accuracy and cost to repair.

Wheel hubs, bearings and brakes need checking for play, heat and fluid condition. Structural checks should include the chassis, axle mounts and boom welds for cracks or repairs. These checks apply to any used wheeled excavator and help the buyer judge condition rather than rely on appearance. Shipping this size normally uses a flat rack, RoRo or breakbulk vessel, with container loading only where dimensions and weight allow after dismantling. The loading method is decided by the unit's real dimensions with attachments removed, its operating weight, and the destination port's facilities and sailing schedules.

Flat rack suits units that fit within rack limits, RoRo suits ports with roll-on berths, and breakbulk covers larger or awkward loads. The buyer should obtain measured dimensions and weight before booking, as these determine handling and stowage.

A class-level brief: it describes this size of machine and what to check. It is not a statement of availability or price for any specific unit.

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Common questions

Is a used Komatsu PW148-11E0 available right now?

Availability changes with stock. Send us the model and destination and we confirm the units currently on hand or that can be sourced.

What does a used Komatsu PW148-11E0 cost?

Price depends on year, working hours, condition, attachments and destination. We quote per unit, FOB China or CIF your port, after confirming the exact machine.

How is a Komatsu PW148-11E0 shipped from China?

Usually by container, flat rack, RoRo or breakbulk, chosen by the unit's real dimensions and your destination port. We plan loading before the balance payment.