1,780 kg15 hpLimited recent data, based on 2 older listings
Based on 2 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.
Most asking prices land between €13k – €49k, with a market average around €25k.
This model sits 9% below the class average across 212 peer models.
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The Komatsu PC18 is a mini-excavator in the sub-2-tonne class, with an operating weight of 1780 kg and an engine output of 15 hp. It has been in continuous production since 2008, reflecting a stable and mature platform. Bucket capacity is rated at 0.036 m3, positioning the machine as a compact tool for precision earthmoving tasks.
Mini-excavators in this weight class are well suited to confined-site work including utility trenching, landscaping, and foundation preparation in areas inaccessible to larger equipment. Their compact footprint makes them a common choice for indoor demolition, garden construction, and work in urban environments where ground disturbance must be minimised. Contractors in rental fleets also deploy machines of this class for short-duration residential and light civil projects.
When inspecting a used PC18 or any machine of this class, prioritise examination of the undercarriage, including track condition, rollers, and drive motors, as these components accumulate significant wear on compact excavators used in abrasive or stony ground conditions. Check the condition of the boom, arm, and bucket pins and bushings for excessive play, and inspect hydraulic cylinders and hoses for seepage or damage. Verify that all auxiliary hydraulic circuits function correctly, confirm service history documentation where available, and assess the cab and controls for evidence of heavy-use or improper operation.
The European market average for the Komatsu PC18 is EUR 22900, with the current observed price range also sitting at EUR 22900, indicating a narrow and consistent pricing band in the available market data. Direct competitor models in the same size class include the JCB 16C-1 and the Takeuchi TB216, both of which contest the sub-2-tonne segment and should be evaluated alongside the PC18 when assessing value and parts support availability in a given region.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€23k).
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