Komatsu’s Largest Excavator Debuts In Canada

Komatsu Germany Mining Division (KGM) and SMS Equipment have officially launched the PC9000 hydraulic mining excavator—the largest in Komatsu’s fleet—during a handover ceremony at Suncor’s Fort Hills mine in Canada on May 1.

Weighing in at 900 tonnes, the PC9000 features a larger bucket, extended reach, and increased digging force. It is designed as a five-pass match for Komatsu’s 980E ultra-class haul truck, offering improved loading efficiency and reduced cost-per-tonne.

Developed through close collaboration with SMS Equipment and Suncor, the PC9000 reflects input from Komatsu’s global customer base. The machine is expected to enhance productivity, operator safety, and site performance.

Komatsu, SMS Equipment, and Suncor have previously collaborated on mining technologies in Canada, including the introduction of the Autonomous Haulage System and ultra-class equipment such as the PC7000 and 980E.