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Komatsu PC138
Used Komatsu PC138 excavator for sale. 13.8 ton short-tail crawler excavator, estimated FOB reference US$30,000-50,000, with model specs, inspection notes and export quote support.
Year, working hours, attachments and final condition are confirmed against the actual available unit before quotation.
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Why Buyers Compare the Komatsu PC138
Search results for the Komatsu PC138 show buyers comparing size class, FOB range, condition evidence and shipment risk before they ask for a firm quote. This page uses that intent to position the machine around short-tail mid-size work where buyers need stability without a long rear overhang. Cheap listings still need careful checking because one hidden hydraulic or undercarriage repair can erase the saving.
Compared with adjacent Komatsu models, this choice comes down to working weight, digging depth, transport cost and the buyer’s tolerance for repair risk. Buyers often compare it with Komatsu PC130 for the lighter option and Komatsu PC200 when a bigger Komatsu class may fit the work better. Export buyers should ask for condition proof before treating any listing price as final.
Best-Fit Jobs for the Komatsu PC138
Use the Komatsu PC138 for urban foundations, trenching near buildings, road shoulder work and confined construction sites. Bucket size, attachment set and transport limits should be checked before the model is selected. Fleet buyers often compare nearby Komatsu models because one size step can change freight cost, resale value and jobsite stability.
Contractors with mixed trenching, loading and site clean-up work should request operating videos instead of relying on still photos. Dealer buyers should also check whether common buckets, breakers or quick couplers are included in the quote.
Used-Machine Inspection Focus
Inspection should focus on counterweight damage, boom base cracks, swing bearing, cooling system, hydraulic pump and cab/door condition. Cold-start video, engine smoke, pump response, boom movement, swing behavior and travel speed deserve separate footage. Close photos of the track chain, sprockets, rollers, bucket linkage and cylinder rods help avoid a quote based only on paint.
A small excavator needs proof of access, attachment fit and stable movement in tight work areas. Larger crawlers need more attention on transport width, loading method, frame condition and high-cost hydraulic parts. Do not skip this check. Service records and oil condition are useful when available, but recent footage of the real machine is still the practical minimum for a B2B export purchase. Procurement teams comparing several listings should separate machine price from repainting, bucket replacement, inland trucking, port loading, bank charges, marine insurance and ocean freight because a machine that looks cheaper on the first invoice can become more expensive after the buyer calculates the real landed cost.
Reference Specifications
The table below keeps model data separate from live stock details. Year, hours, attachment package and cosmetic condition are confirmed from the actual available unit.
| Model | Komatsu PC138 Excavator |
|---|---|
| Machine class | 13.8 ton short-tail crawler excavator |
| Operating weight | 13,800 kg |
| Engine power | 66 kW |
| Maximum dig depth | 5.48 m |
| Bucket capacity reference | 0.45-0.72 m3 |
| Estimated FOB reference | US$30,000-50,000 |
| FOB port | China main port |
Price and Export Quote Notes
Estimated FOB reference: US$30,000-50,000. Final pricing depends on year, working hours, dash generation, undercarriage percentage, bucket and attachment set, repainting request, stock status and destination port.
Liehuang can send exact-machine photos, walkaround video, inspection notes and FOB or CIF shipping options. Send the destination country, budget range and preferred year or hour limit, and we will quote from real available stock. For wider stock options, review the Used Komatsu Excavators category or request the current yard list.
| Brand | Komatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | Komatsu PC138 |
| Machine Class | 13.8 ton short-tail crawler excavator |
| Operating Weight | 13,800 kg |
| Engine Power | 66 kW |
| Maximum Dig Depth | 5.48 m |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.45-0.72 m3 |
| Estimated FOB Price | US$30,000-50,000 |
| FOB Port | China main port |
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