SK500LC Dash 10 Catalog
SK500LC Dash 10 Catalog
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  ENGINE                                                                                         MIRRORS, LIGHTS & CAMERAS
    Engine, HINO P11C-VN, diesel engine with turbocharger and intercooler                           Rearview mirror                                                                    Bucket Capacity:
    Automatic engine deceleration                                                                   Three front working lights
    Auto Idle Stop (AIS)                                                                            Rear & right side camera                                                        1.4 - 3.4 m3
    Batteries (2 x 12V - 176Ah)
    Starting motor (24V - 5 kW), 60 amp alternator                                               CAB & CONTROL
    Automatic engine shut-down for low engine oil pressure                                         Two control levers, pilot-operated                                                  Engine Power:
    Engine oil pan drain cock                                                                      Horn, electric
    Double element air cleaner                                                                     Cab light (interior)                                                             271 kW / 1,850 min-1
    Refueling pump                                                                                 Luggage tray
                                                                                                   Large cup holder
  CONTROL                                                                                          Detachable two-piece floor mat                                                      Operating Weight:
    Working mode selector (H-mode, S-mode and ECO-mode)                                            Headrest
    Power Boost                                                                                    Handrails
    Heavy lift                                                                                     Intermittent windshield wiper with double-spray washer
                                                                                                                                                                                    49,900 kg - 52,800 kg
    Object Handling Kit (boom and arm safety valve + hook) without ME ver.                         Skylight
    Extra N&B piping (proportional hand control) without ME ver.                                   Tinted safety glass
                                                                                                   Pull-up type front window and removable lower front window
  SWING SYSTEM & TRAVEL SYSTEM                                                                     Easy-to-read multi-display color monitor
    Swing rebound prevention system                                                                Automatic air conditioner
    Straight propel system                                                                         Emergency escape hammer
    Two-speed travel with automatic shift down                                                     Air suspension seat with heater
    Sealed & lubricated track links                                                                Radio, AM/FM stereo with speaker
    Grease-type track adjusters                                                                    USB pin
    Automatic swing brake                                                                          TOP guard (ISO 10262:1998)
                                                                                                   Remote machine monitoring system “KOMEXS”
  HYDRAULIC                                                                                        Tow eyes
    Arm regeneration system
    Auto warm up system
    Aluminum hydraulic oil cooler
    Hydraulic fluid filter clog detector
    Quick hitch piping (without ME ver.)
  OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
      ME specification                                                                              Cab guard
      Various optional arms                                                                         Quick hitch piping (ME ver.)
      Wide range of shoes                                                                           Travel alarm
      Additional track guide                                                                        Lower Under Cover
      Two cab lights                                                                                Hydraulic pressure adjustment function for N&B piping
      Mechanical suspension seat (Optional for N&B piping specification)                            Object Handling Kit (boom and arm safety valve + hook) (ME ver.)
      Rain visor (may interfere with bucket action)
Note: Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your KOBELCO dealer for specifics.
Note: This catalog may contain attachments and optional equipment that are not available in your area. And it may contain photographs of machines with specifications that
differ from those of machines sold in your areas. Please consult your nearest KOBELCO distributor for those items you require. Specialist equipment is needed to use this machine
in demolition work. Before using it please contact your KOBELCO dealer. Due to our policy of continuous product improvements all designs and specifications are subject to
change without advance notice.
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                                                     Higher fuel                   Increase in
    Power Meets Efficiency                            efficiency
                                                       means
                                                                                  productivity
                                                                                     means
                                                     “Efficiency”                   “Power”
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Higher fuel
                    Evolution Continues, with                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        efficiency
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      means
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    “Efficiency”
                    Improved Fuel Efficiency
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The new arm interflow system more efficiently
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         controls hydraulic fluid flow, and significant
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       reduction of in-line resistance and pressure loss
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    boosts fuel efficiency.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            The engine, already well-known for its
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     environmental performance has a new SCR* system,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and its reduced NOx emissions means the engine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                now meets Stage IV Standards.
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                        Boom weight
    ECO-mode further reduces fuel consumption                                                                                                                                                   Emissions                                                                                          Engine exhaust system utilizes
    Operation Mode                                                                                                                                                                              Hino engines are renowned for fuel efficiency and environmental performance, and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to
                                                                                                                                           Pull up safety lock lever                                                                                                                               convert NOx* into harmless nitrogen
    Fuel consumption is lower in ECO-mode in comparison with the previous model                                                                                                                 KOBELCO has tuned them specifically for construction machinery.                                                                                                                               NOx
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   and water emissions. SCR combined
    (Generation 9).                                                                                                                          Engine deceleration                                The high-pressure common rail fuel injection
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
                                                                                                                                                                                                system, the variable-geometry (VG) turbocharger,
                                                                                                                      Engine rpm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Electronic control
        Obsessed with Fuel Efficiency.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Variable nozzle
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Water-cooled
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             EGR valve
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        EGR
        Over the past 10 years, Kobelco has achieved an average reduction of about 36 %                                                                                                         VG Turbo Reduces PM                                                                                EGR Cooler Reduces NOx
        in fuel consumption. And we vow to continue to lead in fuel efficiency.                                    AIS (Auto Idle Stop)                                                         The variable-geometry turbocharger adjusts air                                                     Cooled exhaust gases from the EGR cooler are mixed
            Compared to SK480LC-6 model (2006)                                                                     If the boarding/disembarking lever is left up, the engine                    intake to maximize combustion efficiency. At low                                                   with fresh air in the intake. The recirculated air lowers
                                                                                                                   and reducing CO2 emissions as well.                                          This helps lower fuel consumption.                      At low-speed     At high-speed
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Higher fuel
                    Evolution Continues, with                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        efficiency
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      means
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    “Efficiency”
                    Improved Fuel Efficiency
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The new arm interflow system more efficiently
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         controls hydraulic fluid flow, and significant
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       reduction of in-line resistance and pressure loss
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    boosts fuel efficiency.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            The engine, already well-known for its
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     environmental performance has a new SCR* system,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and its reduced NOx emissions means the engine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                now meets Stage IV Standards.
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                                                 4
                        Boom weight
    ECO-mode further reduces fuel consumption                                                                                                                                                   Emissions                                                                                          Engine exhaust system utilizes
    Operation Mode                                                                                                                                                                              Hino engines are renowned for fuel efficiency and environmental performance, and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to
                                                                                                                                           Pull up safety lock lever                                                                                                                               convert NOx* into harmless nitrogen
    Fuel consumption is lower in ECO-mode in comparison with the previous model                                                                                                                 KOBELCO has tuned them specifically for construction machinery.                                                                                                                               NOx
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   and water emissions. SCR combined
    (Generation 9).                                                                                                                          Engine deceleration                                The high-pressure common rail fuel injection
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
                                                                                                                                                                                                system, the variable-geometry (VG) turbocharger,
                                                                                                                      Engine rpm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Electronic control
        Obsessed with Fuel Efficiency.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Variable nozzle
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Water-cooled
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             EGR valve
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        EGR
        Over the past 10 years, Kobelco has achieved an average reduction of about 36 %                                                                                                         VG Turbo Reduces PM                                                                                EGR Cooler Reduces NOx
        in fuel consumption. And we vow to continue to lead in fuel efficiency.                                    AIS (Auto Idle Stop)                                                         The variable-geometry turbocharger adjusts air                                                     Cooled exhaust gases from the EGR cooler are mixed
            Compared to SK480LC-6 model (2006)                                                                     If the boarding/disembarking lever is left up, the engine                    intake to maximize combustion efficiency. At low                                                   with fresh air in the intake. The recirculated air lowers
                                                                                                                   and reducing CO2 emissions as well.                                          This helps lower fuel consumption.                      At low-speed     At high-speed
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    More Power and
    Higher Efficiency
    The highly efficient hydraulic system minimizes fuel consumption while maximizing power. With nimble movement                                                  Get More Done Faster with Superior Operability
    and ample digging power, this excavator promises to improve your job productivity.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          NE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Piping for Quick Hitch                                  A Light Touch on the Lever W
                                                                                           Digging volume/hour                      Max. Bucket Digging Force                                                                                                          (optional)                                              Means Smoother, Less Tiring Work
     Improved fuel efficiency contributes to high performance
    Improved excavating load
                                                                                        (Compared to H-mode on previous models)
                                                                                                                                  Normal:             267 kN                                                   Top-class excavating
    Digging Volume                                                                                                                With Power Boost:   292 kN                                                      reach extends
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  working range
    This excavator offers dynamic digging force even as it minimizes fuel consumption
                                                                                          About 13 increase
    rates, achieving class-leading work volume. H-mode, sometimes with an increased                                                 Max. Arm Crowding Force                                                       Max. digging reach
    torque setting, delivers about 13% greater digging volume.
                                                                                                          %                   203 kN
                                                                                                                                  Normal:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  12,070 mm
                                                                                                                              222 kN
                                                                                                                                  With Power Boost:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Max. digging depth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    7,810 mm
                                                                                              S-mode ••• About 8% improvement                                                                                     Max. vertical wall digging depth
7,120 mm A quick hitch hydraulic line, which It takes 25%* less effort to work the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Multi-Display in Color
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Brilliant colors and graphic displays are easy to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       recognize on the LCD multi-display in the console. The
                                                                                                                                                                                                              1
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       display shows fuel consumption, maintenance intervals,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and more.
                                                                                                                                                                                                              2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        1 Analog gauge provides an intuitive reading of               PM accumulation/              Fuel consumption           Maintenance
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          fuel level and engine water temperature                     Urea accumulation display
                                                                                                                                                                                                              3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         2 Green indicator light shows low fuel consumption
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           during operation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         3 PM accumulation display (left)/Urea level gauge
                                                                                                                                                                                                              4            (right)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        4 Fuel consumption/Switch indicator for rear
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          camera images
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         5 Digging mode switch
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        6 Monitor display switch                                      Breaker mode                  Nibbler mode
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       One-Touch Attachment
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Mode Switch
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       A simple flick of a switch converts the hydraulic circuit
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and flow amount to match attachment changes. Icons
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       help the operator to confirm the proper configuration
                                                                                                                                                                            5     6                                    at a glance.
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    More Power and
    Higher Efficiency
    The highly efficient hydraulic system minimizes fuel consumption while maximizing power. With nimble movement                                                  Get More Done Faster with Superior Operability
    and ample digging power, this excavator promises to improve your job productivity.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          NE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Piping for Quick Hitch                                  A Light Touch on the Lever W
                                                                                           Digging volume/hour                      Max. Bucket Digging Force                                                                                                          (optional)                                              Means Smoother, Less Tiring Work
     Improved fuel efficiency contributes to high performance
    Improved excavating load
                                                                                        (Compared to H-mode on previous models)
                                                                                                                                  Normal:             267 kN                                                   Top-class excavating
    Digging Volume                                                                                                                With Power Boost:   292 kN                                                      reach extends
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  working range
    This excavator offers dynamic digging force even as it minimizes fuel consumption
                                                                                          About 13 increase
    rates, achieving class-leading work volume. H-mode, sometimes with an increased                                                 Max. Arm Crowding Force                                                       Max. digging reach
    torque setting, delivers about 13% greater digging volume.
                                                                                                          %                   203 kN
                                                                                                                                  Normal:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  12,070 mm
                                                                                                                              222 kN
                                                                                                                                  With Power Boost:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Max. digging depth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    7,810 mm
                                                                                              S-mode ••• About 8% improvement                                                                                     Max. vertical wall digging depth
7,120 mm A quick hitch hydraulic line, which It takes 25%* less effort to work the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Multi-Display in Color
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Brilliant colors and graphic displays are easy to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       recognize on the LCD multi-display in the console. The
                                                                                                                                                                                                              1
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       display shows fuel consumption, maintenance intervals,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and more.
                                                                                                                                                                                                              2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        1 Analog gauge provides an intuitive reading of               PM accumulation/              Fuel consumption           Maintenance
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          fuel level and engine water temperature                     Urea accumulation display
                                                                                                                                                                                                              3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         2 Green indicator light shows low fuel consumption
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           during operation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         3 PM accumulation display (left)/Urea level gauge
                                                                                                                                                                                                              4            (right)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        4 Fuel consumption/Switch indicator for rear
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          camera images
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         5 Digging mode switch
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        6 Monitor display switch                                      Breaker mode                  Nibbler mode
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       One-Touch Attachment
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Mode Switch
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       A simple flick of a switch converts the hydraulic circuit
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and flow amount to match attachment changes. Icons
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       help the operator to confirm the proper configuration
                                                                                                                                                                            5     6                                    at a glance.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Increase in
                Increased Power,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        productivity
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           means
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          “Power”
                with Enhanced Durability
                to Maintain the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Structural design increases strength, while
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         eliminating hydraulic problems. Enhanced
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         durability takes productivity to a new level.
Machine's Value
    Clean, contaminant-free fuel and hydraulic fluid are essential to stable performance. The improved filtration systems reduce
    the risk of mechanical trouble and enhance longevity and durability.
                                         NEW                                                                            NEW
    Hydraulic Fluid Filter                                               Hydraulic Fluid Filter Clog                                            Pressure                     Pressure
    Recognized as the best in the industry,                              Detector                                                           detection system             detection system
    our super-fine filter separates out even
                                                                         Pressure sensors at the inlet and outlet of the hydraulic fluid
    the smallest particles. New cover
                                                                         filter monitor differences in pressure to determine the degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Increased Filtering Capacity for   NEW   Pump Drain Filter                   NEW     Pilot Filter
    prevents contamination when changing
    filters.
                                                                         of clogging If the difference in pressure exceeds a                                                                                     Hydraulic Oil                            Newly installed pump drain filter           A new cartridge-type pilot
                                                                                                                                                                                     Hydraulic fluid reservoir                                            boosts pump reliability.                    filter simplifies maintenance.
                                                                         predetermined level, a warning appears on the multi-display,                   Hydraulic fluid filter                                   Two filters are installed for
                                                                         so any contamination can be removed from the filter before it                                                                           returning hydraulic oil, to
                                                                         reaches the hydraulic fluid reservoir.                                                                                                  curb clogging and increase
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 the durability and reliability
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 of the hydraulic equipment.
                                                                                                                          NEW
                                Double-Element                                                        Fuel Filter                                                                                                Filtering capacity 1.8 times
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 greater than previous model
                                Air Cleaner                                                           The pre-filter, with built-in water                       Return       Larger-size
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 (Generation-9).
                                                                                                      separator maximizes filtering
                                The large-capacity element features a
                                                                                                      performance.
                                double-filter structure that keeps the
                                engine running clean even in
                                                                                                                                              Engine
                                industrial environments.                                                                                                       Main filter
                                                                                                                                                                                 Pre-filter      Fuel tank
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Increase in
                Increased Power,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        productivity
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           means
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          “Power”
                with Enhanced Durability
                to Maintain the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Structural design increases strength, while
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         eliminating hydraulic problems. Enhanced
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         durability takes productivity to a new level.
Machine's Value
    Clean, contaminant-free fuel and hydraulic fluid are essential to stable performance. The improved filtration systems reduce
    the risk of mechanical trouble and enhance longevity and durability.
                                         NEW                                                                            NEW
    Hydraulic Fluid Filter                                               Hydraulic Fluid Filter Clog                                            Pressure                     Pressure
    Recognized as the best in the industry,                              Detector                                                           detection system             detection system
    our super-fine filter separates out even
                                                                         Pressure sensors at the inlet and outlet of the hydraulic fluid
    the smallest particles. New cover
                                                                         filter monitor differences in pressure to determine the degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Increased Filtering Capacity for   NEW   Pump Drain Filter                   NEW     Pilot Filter
    prevents contamination when changing
    filters.
                                                                         of clogging If the difference in pressure exceeds a                                                                                     Hydraulic Oil                            Newly installed pump drain filter           A new cartridge-type pilot
                                                                                                                                                                                     Hydraulic fluid reservoir                                            boosts pump reliability.                    filter simplifies maintenance.
                                                                         predetermined level, a warning appears on the multi-display,                   Hydraulic fluid filter                                   Two filters are installed for
                                                                         so any contamination can be removed from the filter before it                                                                           returning hydraulic oil, to
                                                                         reaches the hydraulic fluid reservoir.                                                                                                  curb clogging and increase
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 the durability and reliability
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 of the hydraulic equipment.
                                                                                                                          NEW
                                Double-Element                                                        Fuel Filter                                                                                                Filtering capacity 1.8 times
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 greater than previous model
                                Air Cleaner                                                           The pre-filter, with built-in water                       Return       Larger-size
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 (Generation-9).
                                                                                                      separator maximizes filtering
                                The large-capacity element features a
                                                                                                      performance.
                                double-filter structure that keeps the
                                engine running clean even in
                                                                                                                                              Engine
                                industrial environments.                                                                                                       Main filter
                                                                                                                                                                                 Pre-filter      Fuel tank
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    Comfortable Cab Is
    Now Safer than Ever
    A work environment that is quieter and
                                                   Comfort
    more comfortable. A cab that puts the
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    operator first is key to improved safety.                                                     Air Conditioner EW
                                                Super-Airtight Cab                                Register behind the Seat                                  More Comfortable Seat Means Higher Productivity
                                                The high level of air-tightness keeps dust        The large air-conditioner has registers on the
                                                out of the cab.                                   back pillars that blow from behind and to the                   Seat suspension absorbs vibration           Seat recliner can be pushed back flat       Double slides allow adjustment for optimum comfort
                                                                                                  right and left of the operator’s seat. They can be
                                                Quiet Inside                                      adjusted to put a direct flow of cool/warm air
                                                Low Vibration
                                                Coil springs absorb small vibrations, and
                                                high suspension mounts filled with
                                                silicone oil reduce heavy vibration. The
                                                long stroke achieved by this system                                                                                                                          Bluetooth installed AM/FM stereo radio                  USB pin/24V power outlet
                                                provides excellent protection from
                                                vibration.
Safety
                                                                                                  ROPS Cab
                                                                                                  ROPS (Roll-Over-Protective Structure)-
                                                                                                  compliant cab clears ISO standards
                                                                                                  (ISO-12117-2: 2008) and ensures greater
                                                                                                  safety for the operator should the machine
                                                                                                  tip over.
                                                The high level of air-tightness keeps dust        The large air-conditioner has registers on the
                                                out of the cab.                                   back pillars that blow from behind and to the                   Seat suspension absorbs vibration           Seat recliner can be pushed back flat       Double slides allow adjustment for optimum comfort
                                                                                                  right and left of the operator’s seat. They can be
                                                Quiet Inside                                      adjusted to put a direct flow of cool/warm air
                                                Low Vibration
                                                Coil springs absorb small vibrations, and
                                                high suspension mounts filled with
                                                silicone oil reduce heavy vibration. The
                                                long stroke achieved by this system                                                                                                                          Bluetooth installed AM/FM stereo radio                  USB pin/24V power outlet
                                                provides excellent protection from
                                                vibration.
Safety
                                                                                                  ROPS Cab
                                                                                                  ROPS (Roll-Over-Protective Structure)-
                                                                                                  compliant cab clears ISO standards
                                                                                                  (ISO-12117-2: 2008) and ensures greater
                                                                                                  safety for the operator should the machine
                                                                                                  tip over.
          Customer                             KOBELCO office                           KOBELCO service personnel   Remote Monitoring for Peace of Mind                                   Alarm Information Can Be Received                                                                                                    Daily/Monthly Reports
                                                                                                                    KOMEXS (Kobelco Monitoring Excavator System) uses satellite           through E-mail                                                                                                                       Operational data downloaded onto a computer helps in
                                                                                                                    communication and internet to relay data, and therefore can be                                                                                                                                             formulating daily and monthly reports.
                                                                                                                                                                                          Alarm information or maintenance notice can be received
                                                                                                                    deployed in areas where other forms of communication are difficult.
                                                                                                                                                                                          through E-mail, using a computer or cell phone.
                                                                                                                    When a hydraulic excavator is fitted with this system, data on the
                                                                                                                    machine’s operation, such as operating hours, location, fuel
                                                                                                                    consumption, and maintenance status can be obtained remotely.
     Latest location                                                 Location records                                        Work data                                                                                   Engine start alarm outside prescribed work time                                                                  Alarm for outside of reset area
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                                                   GPS
                                                                                                                                                                                          Operating Hours                                                             Fuel Consumption Data                                               Graph of Work Content
                                                                                                                                                                                          • A comparison of operating times of machines at multiple                   Data on fuel consumption and idling times can be used to            The graph shows how working hours are divided among
                                                                                                                                                                                            locations shows which locations are busier and more                       indicate improvements in fuel consumption.                          different operating categories, including digging, idling,
                                                                                                                                                                                            profitable.                                                                                                                                   traveling and optional operations.
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Operating hours on site can be accurately recorded, for
                                                                                                                                                                                            running time calculations needed for rental machines, etc.
          Customer                             KOBELCO office                           KOBELCO service personnel   Remote Monitoring for Peace of Mind                                   Alarm Information Can Be Received                                                                                                    Daily/Monthly Reports
                                                                                                                    KOMEXS (Kobelco Monitoring Excavator System) uses satellite           through E-mail                                                                                                                       Operational data downloaded onto a computer helps in
                                                                                                                    communication and internet to relay data, and therefore can be                                                                                                                                             formulating daily and monthly reports.
                                                                                                                                                                                          Alarm information or maintenance notice can be received
                                                                                                                    deployed in areas where other forms of communication are difficult.
                                                                                                                                                                                          through E-mail, using a computer or cell phone.
                                                                                                                    When a hydraulic excavator is fitted with this system, data on the
                                                                                                                    machine’s operation, such as operating hours, location, fuel
                                                                                                                    consumption, and maintenance status can be obtained remotely.
     Latest location                                                 Location records                                        Work data                                                                                   Engine start alarm outside prescribed work time                                                                  Alarm for outside of reset area
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Efficient Maintenance Keeps the Machine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 in Peak Operating Condition
Self-diagnostic function provides early-warning detection and display of electrical system malfunctions
Record function for previous breakdowns including irregular and transient malfunction
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              More finely differentiated fuses make it easier Internal and external air conditioner filters       If the monitor warning goes off, the filter
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              to locate malfunctions.                         can be easily removed without tools for             should be reactivated manually using a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              cleaning.                                           switch.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Easy Cleaning
                    Step/Hand rail                          DEF/Urea tank                   Double-element air cleaner                                                    Left side
     Maintenance Work, Daily Checks, Etc., Can Be Done from Ground Level
     The layout allows for easy access from the ground for many daily checks and regular maintenance tasks.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Special sloped crawler side frame design is easily cleaned of        Detachable two-piece floor mat with handles Engine oil pan equipped with drain valve.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          mud.                                                                 for easy removal. A floor drain is located
                                                                                                                2                                                                                                                                                                                              under the floor mat.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Long-life
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Long-Interval Maintenance                                    Replacement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Highly Durable Super-fine Filter
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                 hydraulic oil:   Long-life hydraulic oil reduces cost and labor.                 cycle:         The high-capacity hydraulic oil filter incorporates glass fiber
             Engine oil filter               Pilot filter               Pump drain filter                                          Right side
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  5,000                                                                            1,000         with superior cleaning power and durability.
                                                                                                                                                                               Pre-filter with water separator       hours                                                                          hours
                                                                                                1 Engine oil filter           2 Pilot filter
                                                                                                3 Pump drain filter           4 Pre-filter with water separator
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Efficient Maintenance Keeps the Machine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 in Peak Operating Condition
Self-diagnostic function provides early-warning detection and display of electrical system malfunctions
Record function for previous breakdowns including irregular and transient malfunction
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              More finely differentiated fuses make it easier Internal and external air conditioner filters       If the monitor warning goes off, the filter
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              to locate malfunctions.                         can be easily removed without tools for             should be reactivated manually using a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              cleaning.                                           switch.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Easy Cleaning
                    Step/Hand rail                          DEF/Urea tank                   Double-element air cleaner                                                    Left side
     Maintenance Work, Daily Checks, Etc., Can Be Done from Ground Level
     The layout allows for easy access from the ground for many daily checks and regular maintenance tasks.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Special sloped crawler side frame design is easily cleaned of        Detachable two-piece floor mat with handles Engine oil pan equipped with drain valve.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          mud.                                                                 for easy removal. A floor drain is located
                                                                                                                2                                                                                                                                                                                              under the floor mat.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Long-life
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Long-Interval Maintenance                                    Replacement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Highly Durable Super-fine Filter
                                                                                                                      1
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 hydraulic oil:   Long-life hydraulic oil reduces cost and labor.                 cycle:         The high-capacity hydraulic oil filter incorporates glass fiber
             Engine oil filter               Pilot filter               Pump drain filter                                          Right side
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  5,000                                                                            1,000         with superior cleaning power and durability.
                                                                                                                                                                               Pre-filter with water separator       hours                                                                          hours
                                                                                                1 Engine oil filter           2 Pilot filter
                                                                                                3 Pump drain filter           4 Pre-filter with water separator
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     Specifications                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         SK500LC-10
     Swing circuit                     25.8 Mpa                                                         Boom, Arm & Bucket                                                                Arm length                                                ME (MVLC)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      2.4 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Short
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    3.0 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Standard
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                3.45 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Long
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             4.04 m                                                    A
     Pilot control circuit             5.0 Mpa                                                                                                                                            A Overall length                                           11,910         12,170      12,140       12,190
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     G, G’
     Pilot control pump                Gear type                                               Boom cylinders                     170 mm x 1,590 mm                                       B Overall height (to top of boom)                           4,240         3,780        3,570        3,720
     Main control valve                8-spool                                                 Arm cylinder                       190 mm x 1,970 mm                                                                                Rigid type                             3,350
                                                                                                                                                                                          C Overall width of crawler
     Oil cooler                        Air cooled type                                         Bucket cylinder                    160 mm x 1,410 mm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   MVLC type                          3,490 (2,990)
                                                                                                                                                                                         D  Overall height (to top of cab)                                                3,380                                B
     Swing torque                      183 kN.m                                                Swing reduction gear               2x5L                                                    K Shoe width                                                                     600
                                                                                                                                                                                          L Overall width of upperstructure                                               2,980                                                                                                          F
     Tail swing radius                 3,800 mm                                                                                   370.8 L tank oil level
                                                                                               Hydraulic oil tank                                                                                                                                                *Without including height of shoe lug.                                                    K
     Min front swing radius            5,140 mm                                                                                   631 L hydraulic system                                                                                                                                                                                                               J
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       C
                                                                                               DEF/Urea tank                      83 L                                                   Operating Weight & Ground Pressure
                                                                                                                                                                                         In standard trim, with standard boom, 3.45 m arm, and 1.9 m3 ISO heaped bucket
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Double grouser
                                                                                                                                                                                          Shaped                                                                                                                              Triple grouser shoes (even height)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        shoes (even height)
                  Attachments                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   HD                                                           Standard
                                                                                                                                                                                          Shoe width                                                          mm                                           600                                                  800                                900
     Backhoe bucket and combination                                                                                                                                                                                                      Rigid type           mm                                          3,350                                                3,550                              3,650
                                                                                                                                                                                          Overall width of crawler
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type            mm                                      3,490 (2,990)                                        3,690 (3,190)                            –
                                                                                                                 Backhoe bucket
                               Use                                                                                                                                                                                                       Rigid type           kPa                 86                        86                         86                        66                                59
                                                                                 Normal digging                                       Light-duty                  Mass excavating         Ground pressure
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type            kPa                 89                        89                         88                        68                                 –
      Bucket capacity     ISO heaped                        m3         1.4              1.6                    1.9             2.1                  2.4                  3.4
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Rigid type            kg               50,200                   50,300                      49,900                   51,300                             51,900
                          Struck                            m3         1.0             1.15                    1.4             1.5                  1.7                  2.5              Operating weight
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type             kg               51,700                   51,800                      51,400                   52,800                                –
                          With side cutter                 mm         1,225            1,375                  1,670           1,750                1,980                1,990
      Opening width
                          Without side cutter              mm         1,100            1,250                  1,550           1,620                1,850                1,870            In standard trim, MVLC type with 6.3 m ME boom, 2.4 m ME arm , and 3.4 m3 ISO heaped bucket
      No. of teeth                                                      4                4                      5               5                    5                    6                                                                                               Double grouser
      Bucket weight                                         kg        1,250            1,330                  1,510           1,560                1,690                2,190             Shaped                                                                                                                                Triple grouser shoes (even height)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        shoes (even height)
                          3.0 m short arm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       HD                                                                 Standard
                          3.45 m standard arm                                                                                                                                             Shoe width                                                          mm                                                 600                                                                 800
      Combination
                          4.04 m long arm                                                                                                                                                 Overall width of crawler                                            mm                                             3,490 (2,990)                                                       3,690 (3,190)
                          6.3 m ME boom and 2.4 ME arm                                                                                                                       *            Ground pressure                                                     kPa                  90                             90                               88                                 68
       Standard       Recommended     Loading only       Not recommended                                                               *ME arm specs should be used for light-digging.    Operating weight                                                     kg                52,300                         52,400                           51,300                             52,800
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     Specifications                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         SK500LC-10
     Swing circuit                     25.8 Mpa                                                         Boom, Arm & Bucket                                                                Arm length                                                ME (MVLC)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      2.4 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Short
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    3.0 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Standard
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                3.45 m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Long
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             4.04 m                                                    A
     Pilot control circuit             5.0 Mpa                                                                                                                                            A Overall length                                           11,910         12,170      12,140       12,190
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     G, G’
     Pilot control pump                Gear type                                               Boom cylinders                     170 mm x 1,590 mm                                       B Overall height (to top of boom)                           4,240         3,780        3,570        3,720
     Main control valve                8-spool                                                 Arm cylinder                       190 mm x 1,970 mm                                                                                Rigid type                             3,350
                                                                                                                                                                                          C Overall width of crawler
     Oil cooler                        Air cooled type                                         Bucket cylinder                    160 mm x 1,410 mm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   MVLC type                          3,490 (2,990)
                                                                                                                                                                                         D  Overall height (to top of cab)                                                3,380                                B
     Swing torque                      183 kN.m                                                Swing reduction gear               2x5L                                                    K Shoe width                                                                     600
                                                                                                                                                                                          L Overall width of upperstructure                                               2,980                                                                                                          F
     Tail swing radius                 3,800 mm                                                                                   370.8 L tank oil level
                                                                                               Hydraulic oil tank                                                                                                                                                *Without including height of shoe lug.                                                    K
     Min front swing radius            5,140 mm                                                                                   631 L hydraulic system                                                                                                                                                                                                               J
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       C
                                                                                               DEF/Urea tank                      83 L                                                   Operating Weight & Ground Pressure
                                                                                                                                                                                         In standard trim, with standard boom, 3.45 m arm, and 1.9 m3 ISO heaped bucket
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Double grouser
                                                                                                                                                                                          Shaped                                                                                                                              Triple grouser shoes (even height)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        shoes (even height)
                  Attachments                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   HD                                                           Standard
                                                                                                                                                                                          Shoe width                                                          mm                                           600                                                  800                                900
     Backhoe bucket and combination                                                                                                                                                                                                      Rigid type           mm                                          3,350                                                3,550                              3,650
                                                                                                                                                                                          Overall width of crawler
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type            mm                                      3,490 (2,990)                                        3,690 (3,190)                            –
                                                                                                                 Backhoe bucket
                               Use                                                                                                                                                                                                       Rigid type           kPa                 86                        86                         86                        66                                59
                                                                                 Normal digging                                       Light-duty                  Mass excavating         Ground pressure
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type            kPa                 89                        89                         88                        68                                 –
      Bucket capacity     ISO heaped                        m3         1.4              1.6                    1.9             2.1                  2.4                  3.4
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Rigid type            kg               50,200                   50,300                      49,900                   51,300                             51,900
                          Struck                            m3         1.0             1.15                    1.4             1.5                  1.7                  2.5              Operating weight
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MVLC type             kg               51,700                   51,800                      51,400                   52,800                                –
                          With side cutter                 mm         1,225            1,375                  1,670           1,750                1,980                1,990
      Opening width
                          Without side cutter              mm         1,100            1,250                  1,550           1,620                1,850                1,870            In standard trim, MVLC type with 6.3 m ME boom, 2.4 m ME arm , and 3.4 m3 ISO heaped bucket
      No. of teeth                                                      4                4                      5               5                    5                    6                                                                                               Double grouser
      Bucket weight                                         kg        1,250            1,330                  1,510           1,560                1,690                2,190             Shaped                                                                                                                                Triple grouser shoes (even height)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        shoes (even height)
                          3.0 m short arm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       HD                                                                 Standard
                          3.45 m standard arm                                                                                                                                             Shoe width                                                          mm                                                 600                                                                 800
      Combination
                          4.04 m long arm                                                                                                                                                 Overall width of crawler                                            mm                                             3,490 (2,990)                                                       3,690 (3,190)
                          6.3 m ME boom and 2.4 ME arm                                                                                                                       *            Ground pressure                                                     kPa                  90                             90                               88                                 68
       Standard       Recommended     Loading only       Not recommended                                                               *ME arm specs should be used for light-digging.    Operating weight                                                     kg                52,300                         52,400                           51,300                             52,800
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     Lifting Capacities                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       SK500LC-10
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     Lifting Capacities                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       SK500LC-10
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                                                                                                                                                                                                       SK500LC-10
  STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  ENGINE                                                                                         MIRRORS, LIGHTS & CAMERAS
    Engine, HINO P11C-VN, diesel engine with turbocharger and intercooler                           Rearview mirror                                                                    Bucket Capacity:
    Automatic engine deceleration                                                                   Three front working lights
    Auto Idle Stop (AIS)                                                                            Rear & right side camera                                                        1.4 - 3.4 m3
    Batteries (2 x 12V - 176Ah)
    Starting motor (24V - 5 kW), 60 amp alternator                                               CAB & CONTROL
    Automatic engine shut-down for low engine oil pressure                                         Two control levers, pilot-operated                                                  Engine Power:
    Engine oil pan drain cock                                                                      Horn, electric
    Double element air cleaner                                                                     Cab light (interior)                                                             271 kW / 1,850 min-1
    Refueling pump                                                                                 Luggage tray
                                                                                                   Large cup holder
  CONTROL                                                                                          Detachable two-piece floor mat                                                      Operating Weight:
    Working mode selector (H-mode, S-mode and ECO-mode)                                            Headrest
    Power Boost                                                                                    Handrails
    Heavy lift                                                                                     Intermittent windshield wiper with double-spray washer
                                                                                                                                                                                    49,900 kg - 52,800 kg
    Object Handling Kit (boom and arm safety valve + hook) without ME ver.                         Skylight
    Extra N&B piping (proportional hand control) without ME ver.                                   Tinted safety glass
                                                                                                   Pull-up type front window and removable lower front window
  SWING SYSTEM & TRAVEL SYSTEM                                                                     Easy-to-read multi-display color monitor
    Swing rebound prevention system                                                                Automatic air conditioner
    Straight propel system                                                                         Emergency escape hammer
    Two-speed travel with automatic shift down                                                     Air suspension seat with heater
    Sealed & lubricated track links                                                                Radio, AM/FM stereo with speaker
    Grease-type track adjusters                                                                    USB pin
    Automatic swing brake                                                                          TOP guard (ISO 10262:1998)
                                                                                                   Remote machine monitoring system “KOMEXS”
  HYDRAULIC                                                                                        Tow eyes
    Arm regeneration system
    Auto warm up system
    Aluminum hydraulic oil cooler
    Hydraulic fluid filter clog detector
    Quick hitch piping (without ME ver.)
  OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
      ME specification                                                                              Cab guard
      Various optional arms                                                                         Quick hitch piping (ME ver.)
      Wide range of shoes                                                                           Travel alarm
      Additional track guide                                                                        Lower Under Cover
      Two cab lights                                                                                Hydraulic pressure adjustment function for N&B piping
      Mechanical suspension seat (Optional for N&B piping specification)                            Object Handling Kit (boom and arm safety valve + hook) (ME ver.)
      Rain visor (may interfere with bucket action)
Note: Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your KOBELCO dealer for specifics.
Note: This catalog may contain attachments and optional equipment that are not available in your area. And it may contain photographs of machines with specifications that
differ from those of machines sold in your areas. Please consult your nearest KOBELCO distributor for those items you require. Specialist equipment is needed to use this machine
in demolition work. Before using it please contact your KOBELCO dealer. Due to our policy of continuous product improvements all designs and specifications are subject to
change without advance notice.
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