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Komatsu PC17R-5

1,755 – 1,835 kg3,869 lb – 4,045 lbOperating weight
11.8 kW15.8 hpEngine power
2,050 – 2,300 mm6 ft 9 in – 7 ft 7 inDig depth
0.022 – 0.028 m³0.78 cu ft – 0.99 cu ftBucket capacity
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About the PC17R-5

2026 European product range, Romanian edition, page 5. The table explicitly labels operating weight in kilograms.

Specifications

Operating weight
1,755 – 1,835 kg (3,869 lb – 4,045 lb)
Rated power
11.8 kW (15.8 hp)
Max digging depth
2,050 – 2,300 mm (6 ft 9 in – 7 ft 7 in)
Bucket capacity
0.022 – 0.028 m³ (0.78 cu ft – 0.99 cu ft)
Fuel type
Diesel

Mods for the PC17R-5

All mods
Operator cooling fanAdd a 12 V fan to move engine heat and fumes away from the seat.Fuel tank relocation & extra capacityMove a hard-to-reach tank or add capacity so you refuel less often.ThumbAdd a mechanical or hydraulic thumb to pick up rocks, logs and debris.Quick hitchSwap buckets and attachments in minutes instead of driving pins.Seat upgradeSwap the thin factory seat for a padded or suspension seat with a lap belt.LED work lightsAdd work lights for early starts, late finishes and dark sheds.

Other Komatsu models

All 18 Komatsu models
PC01E-2330 kg · Battery electricPC05E-1520 kg · Battery electricPC10MR-21,050 kgKomatsu PC09-1PC09-11,080 kgPC10UU-51,080 kgPC16R-31,740 kgPC17R-51,755 kgPC18MR-31,855 kgPC18MR-51,900 kgPC20MR-51,950 kgPC20R-51,985 kgPC20UU-52,040 kgPC20E-62,190 kgPC26E-62,320 kg · Battery electricPC24MR-52,390 kgPC25MR-52,540 kgPC26MR-52,700 kgPC30UUC-62,950 kg