The editors of Excavator Ru continue to study the features of purchasing special equipment with the prefix “used”. In this article you will learn how to increase the service life of Komatsu excavators, what breakdowns are difficult to detect, and what the situation is with the supply of spare parts. Purchasing used equipment significantly saves the company money, but is associated with certain risks. Together with the chief mechanic of the TECHNOPARTS group of companies, Dmitry Khlystov, we will help you minimize these risks. In this article we will look at purchasing a used Komatsu excavator with 10,000 operating hours. The TECHNOPARTS group of companies specializes in the sale of new and used equipment, repair of special equipment, diagnostics of used equipment and sale of spare parts. Thanks to this, the company's employees have extensive experience and become experts in their field. Is it worth buying a used Komatsu excavator with operating hours? The manufacturer has put a lot of resources into Komatsu excavators. They do not have unnecessary parts that require maintenance. This is a reliable technique that is easy to maintain and repair. Therefore, we recommend purchasing used Komatsu excavators. What should you pay attention to when purchasing equipment with 10,000 operating hours? Over many years of working with Komatsu excavators, the TECHNOPARTS group of companies has discovered that final drives and injectors on engines with a Common Rail system often fail. There may also be problems with the motor head and swing motor. When purchasing equipment with more operating hours, it may be necessary to replace the chassis, pin bushings and main pump. What problems are difficult to detect? Komatsu excavators have a complex hydraulic system, which can sometimes make it difficult to identify problems. Even experienced professionals have to carry out additional checks. Cost of maintenance and repairs. Original spare parts for Komatsu excavators are difficult to find today, so it is suggested to use high-quality analogues. The TECHNOPARTS group of companies offers analogues of original spare parts at a more affordable price. What to ask the previous owner? When purchasing used equipment, it is important to find out the service history, place of use and other details. If you do not have sufficient knowledge, it is better to entrust the diagnosis to professionals.
