About · Komatsu PW160Overview
The Komatsu PW160 is a wheeled excavator, a machine class designed to combine the digging capability of a conventional excavator with road-going mobility on rubber-tyred axles. As a mid-size wheeled excavator, it is suited to contractors requiring frequent repositioning between sites without the need for a low-loader on every move. The PW160 represents Komatsu's offering in the wheeled excavator segment, competing in a category that balances digging performance with on-highway flexibility.
Typical applicationsWhere this machine is used
Wheeled excavators in this class are commonly deployed on utility and pipeline work, road construction, and municipal infrastructure projects where tracked machines would damage paved surfaces or require excessive transport time. Their mobility makes them a preferred choice for drainage, kerbing, and service-trench operations across dispersed worksite locations. Secondary applications include light demolition support and material handling tasks where the machine can reposition quickly under its own power.
Used-market inspectionWhat to check before buying
When inspecting a used wheeled excavator of this class, buyers should assess tyre condition and wear across all axles, as replacement represents a meaningful cost category. The undercarriage, axles, and wheel hub seals warrant close inspection for leaks and wear. Slew ring play, boom and stick pin wear, and hydraulic cylinder seal condition are standard checkpoints. Service history documentation, particularly evidence of regular oil and filter changes, is a key indicator of machine care. Outrigger pads and stabiliser cylinders should be tested for full extension and absence of hydraulic drift.
Current marketPrice position
The European market average for the Komatsu PW160 stands at EUR 34,000, with the current price range also centred at EUR 34,000, indicating a consistent and stable valuation point for this model in the used market. Buyers evaluating this machine should compare it against equivalent wheeled excavators from competing manufacturers to assess relative value within the broader mid-size wheeled excavator segment.
