Used Komatsu PC138: 13 live listings, €30k–€55k

How much does a used Komatsu PC138 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Komatsu PC138 listings currently run from €29,500 to €55,000, with a market average around €39,383. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 13 active listings, refreshed daily.

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Specification · Comparison

How the PC138 lines up in its class.

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Komatsu

PC138

At a glance

Weight class

14 t

Power

Engine

Komatsu SAA4D95LE-7

Mitsubishi 4M50T

Isuzu AR-4JJ1X

Power

97 hp

99 hp

93–117 hp

Dimensions

Operating weight

14,820 kg

14,600 kg

14,101–15,400 kg

Length

8,580 mm

7,470 mm

7,780 mm

Width

2,490 mm

2,590 mm

2,490–2,590 mm

Height

2,820 mm

2,810 mm

2,860–2,890 mm

Transport length

8,580 mm

7,470 mm

7,780 mm

Working range

Bucket capacity

0.52 m³

0.7 m³

0.24–0.7 m³

Max dig depth

5,480 mm

5,820 mm

5,970–5,980 mm

Max reach

8,600 mm

8,830 mm

8,780–8,810 mm

Drive

Travel speed

5.1 km/h

5.5 km/h

5.3–5.6 km/h

Market

Market average ask · EU

€39k

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€92k

Price range

€30k – €55k

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€84k – €102k

Active listings

13

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About · Komatsu PC138

Overview

The Komatsu PC138 is a crawler excavator in the 14-tonne class, positioned between compact and mid-size categories with an operating weight of 14,820 kg and an engine output of 97 hp. It is equipped with a standard bucket capacity of 0.52 m3, making it a capable general-purpose machine suited to a wide range of earthmoving tasks. The PC138 sits within Komatsu's established excavator lineup and is built to the reliability and serviceability standards that characterize the brand's construction equipment range.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

The PC138 is well suited to foundation work, drainage and utility trenching, road construction preparation, and site clearance where a mid-range reach and digging force are required without the footprint of a larger machine. Its operating weight and bucket capacity make it a practical choice for contractors working on urban infrastructure projects, landscaping, and general civil earthworks. The class is also commonly deployed in agricultural earthmoving and smaller demolition support roles where maneuverability and lift capacity are balanced requirements.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used PC138 or comparable machine in this class, priority checks should include undercarriage wear on tracks, rollers, and sprockets, as these components represent significant replacement cost in any crawler excavator. Hydraulic system integrity should be verified across all circuits, including any auxiliary lines fitted for attachments. Engine oil and coolant condition, along with service record documentation, provide indicators of maintenance discipline. Inspect the boom, arm, and bucket pins and bushings for play, and check structural welds on the attachment for cracks or previous repairs. Cab condition and the functionality of all controls and monitoring systems are relevant to operator productivity and indicate how the machine was treated during its working life. Where possible, a pressure test of the hydraulic system and a working demonstration on a loaded cycle will reveal performance issues not apparent from a static inspection.

Current market

Price position

In its class, the PC138 is cross-shopped primarily against the New Holland E140 and the Kobelco SK140. The New Holland E140 carries a higher rated operating weight and engine output, positioning it slightly above the PC138 on raw capacity. The Kobelco SK140 is a direct segment competitor known for swing-boom configurations favored in confined urban sites, whereas the PC138 competes on the strength of Komatsu's parts network and build consistency. Within the used market for this machine class, the attributes that move a unit within its price band include recorded service hours, configuration choices such as long-arm or short-arm setup, the presence and condition of additional attachments such as hydraulic thumb or quick coupler, overall undercarriage condition, and geographic availability of service support. Machines with documented service histories and low accumulated hours command positions at the upper end of the band, while high-hour units or those requiring undercarriage attention fall toward the lower end.

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