L&T and Komatsu Launch Compact Hydraulic Excavator in India

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery
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L&T Construction & Mining Machinery, in collaboration with Komatsu, introduced the Komatsu PC35MR-3 Mini Hydraulic Excavator at BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2024. Designed to meet the evolving demands of urban infrastructure and agricultural land development, this compact machine combines power, efficiency, and sustainability.

The PC35MR-3 stands out as a versatile and fuel-efficient compact excavator, perfectly suited for operations in confined spaces. Its design delivers exceptional lifting and digging forces, paired with impressive reach capabilities. The wide-angle swing boom enhances excavation precision, particularly in corners and edges, while enabling straight-line digging for foundations and trenches.

Designed to maximize productivity and minimize operational costs, the PC35MR-3 significantly reduces reliance on manual labor. Its low-maintenance design ensures reduced overall ownership costs, making it ideal for a broad range of applications, including foundation digging, trenching, demolition, utility installations, farming, and other agricultural tasks. With low noise and emission levels, the machine underscores L&T and Komatsu’s shared commitment to sustainable solutions.

Speaking about the launch, Arvind K Garg, Senior Vice President and Head of L&T’s Construction & Mining Machinery Business, highlighted the increasing demand for compact and versatile equipment amidst India’s rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion. He stated, “The Komatsu PC35MR-3 exemplifies L&T’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support sustainable development.”

As a business vertical of Larsen & Toubro, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery brings nearly eight decades of expertise to the industry. Renowned for pioneering Hydraulic Excavators and Vibratory Compactors in India, its extensive portfolio includes Hydraulic Excavators (3 to 300 tonnes), Motor Graders, Crawler Dozers, Material Handling Machinery, Road Machinery, Dump Trucks, Surface Miners, and Crushers.

L&T’s strategic partnership with global leaders like Komatsu of Japan has been instrumental in offering world-class products that prioritize quality, safety, and reliability. Leveraging its deep understanding of the Indian construction and mining machinery market, L&T continues to deliver next-generation, energy-efficient equipment that aligns with global standards and ensures high productivity for its customers.