Komatsu has returned once again to bauma 2025, one of the world’s largest trade fairs for construction machinery, showcasing its electric and innovative machinery solutions of tomorrow.
A century of innovation. That’s Komatsu’s commitment to the market and the world.
With 211 sales, service and distributor companies across 151 countries, Komatsu has a firm grasp on the global market, with each location and representative able to deliver optimal outcomes for local markets. This is especially important in a market like Australia, where conditions, applications, and geographies each present unique challenges on a daily basis.
Despite its well-established global presence, Komatsu continues to look for opportunities to grow. After all, it’s this ambition that has transformed the company, from its Japanese roots and foundation in 1917, to becoming one of the largest manufacturers on Earth.
Few trade shows and conferences enable companies to showcase their solutions to a truly global audience, all at once. Enter, bauma 2025.
Komatsu has long been an exhibitor and partner of bauma, one of – if not the world’s largest trade fairs for construction, building material and mining machines, construction vehicles and construction equipment.
Komatsu returned with a bang this year, showcasing 34 machines across a dedicated exhibition area of more than 7500 square metres. Of the 34 on show, 13 were brand new machines, with each debuting to the global market.
Charles Wheeldon, General Manager, Construction and Utility says the trade show lifted the curtain on what’s next for Komatsu, while also celebrating the company’s progress in the electric machinery market, as well as its advances in intelligent machine control (iMC).
“bauma 2025 highlighted Komatsu’s latest advancements in construction equipment, showcasing intelligent machine control and electric solutions designed to elevate project efficiency and sustainability,” he says.
The all-new Komatsu PC220LC-12 and PC220LCi-12 excavators made their highly anticipated international debut at bauma 2025.
Visitors witnessed the machines’ capabilities first-hand through dynamic, live outdoor demonstrations and a static indoor exhibit, which enabled attendees to jump in the operator cab and check out the machine’s most innovative features.
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Both machines are powered by a 129-kilowatt, high torque Komatsu next generation engine, paired with the new high efficiency electronically controlled hydraulic system, which translates to an 18 per cent reduction in average fuel consumption.
Advanced technologies provided as standard include an integrated payload meter, integrated 2D machine control designed for simple depth and slope grading, and a 2D virtual safety wall.
Wheeldon says it’s features and capabilities such as these that will make the PC220LC-12 and PC220LCi-12 excavator models highly sought-after across Europe and Australasia.
“The new PC220LCi-12 excavator featuring iMC 3.0 technology is set to deliver enhanced precision and operational control, aligning with our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for Australian construction and utility projects,” he says.
iMC 3.0 represents the continual growth and success of Komatsu’s intelligent machine control platform, a major differentiator for Komatsu’s patented machinery and technology.
iMC 3.0 offers advanced features, such as 3D boundary control and automated steer-to-line. Advancing towards autonomous operation, iMC 3.0 introduces auto swing, enabling semi-automatic truck loading.
Features such as swing-to-line and travel-along-line functionalities further simplify trenching operations for operators of any skill level. All of this and more can be viewed on a new, 10-inch iMC 3.0 monitor.
bauma provided just a small taste of iMC 3.0, with more information to come on the newest iteration in Komatsu’s well-established iMC software line.
Greatness comes in threes
Komatsu also presented three new electric mini excavators – the PC20E, PC26E, and PC33E – as part of an additional live demonstration.
All three models offer a range of benefits to operators, including zero-emission operation, powerful performance, extended runtime, reduced maintenance, and versatility.
With no exhaust fumes, high torque and instant power, on top of high-capacity batteries, the PC20E, PC26E, and PC33E are capable of working on a wide range of applications, including indoor or built-up areas where conventionally fuelled machinery may not be suitable.
Partnership focus
Another key aspect of Komatsu’s bauma presentation was recognising and celebrating its principal partnerships, including the ongoing affiliation with the Williams Racing Formula 1 team.
With both organisations sharing a rich history of pioneering mechanical and machinery excellence, Komatsu sought to honour its partnership with a specially liveried HB365LC Hybrid excavator, adorned in the Williams Racing colour scheme.
Wheeldon says that bauma 2025 was a great success, providing plenty of opportunity to learn and engage with industry to further grow Komatsu’s product range, while also giving the company time to reflect on its achievements and partnerships thus far.
“With a focus on reducing rework and maximising productivity, these innovations reflect our ongoing dedication to helping customers complete projects faster, safer, and more efficiently,” he says.
This article was originally published in the June edition of our magazine. To read the magazine, click here.
