Komatsu 931XC-3 Is 8 Wheels Of Harvesting Power

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With its eight-wheel drive and high clearance, the 931XC-3 harvester is equipped to work in challenging conditions and sloping terrain. (Photo courtesy of Komatsu.)

Komatsu’s 931XC-3 harvester is built for extreme conditions with an eight-wheel-drive powertrain, enhanced traction, and high ground clearance. Komatsu equips the harvester with its Comfort Bogie system to closely follow uneven terrain and reduce rear ground pressure. The 931XC-3 is also designed for maximum stability, thanks to a double suspension featuring a fixed rear axle. The harvester’s high clearance gives it the freedom to maneuver through rugged forests, and is aided by a 7.4-liter, 251-horsepower (187-kilowatt) engine that delivers 738 pounds-foot (1,000 newton-meters) of torque at 1,500 rpm.

Large Hydraulic Capacity

Komatsu says the harvester’s total hydraulic capacity of 736 liters is the largest in the market. The 931XC-3 uses Komatsu’s 3PS three-pump hydraulic system, with one pump dedicated to the transmission (ideal for maneuvering), and the other two pumps serve hydraulic working flow. These pumps are split into two circuits the 931X3-3 can operate together or separately, or even at different pressures, to optimize working function. Komatsu’s in-cab control and information system make it easy for operators to monitor and manage the hydraulic system. The 3PS design lets the 931XC-3 simultaneously slew, feed, and maneuver for increased productivity.

Productivity No Matter The Slope

The boom of the 931XC-3 extends on a parallel path, and operators use a single control level to extend the boom. The crane and cab are both on a horizontal, 180-degree rotating platform that features automatic four-way cab and crane leveling. The spacious cab’s visibility and level perspective put operators in the ideal working position, and its four-season climate control and ergonomic design also help keep operators comfortable.

Source: Komatsu