In General Komatsu :
Komatsu In the absence of binding legal provisions there is no unified system of designation and placement of identification numbers and data plates!
Since nearly all manufacturers produce machines worldwide, this can, depending on the machines involved, lead to variations in these descriptions.
In case of doubt, contact the manufacturer!
Komatsu-Hanomag construction machines can be identified from the following numbers:
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The product identification number can be used to determine the power trains installed when the vehicle was first delivered. It is possible to do a reverse search.
N.B.:In the manufacturer Komatsu’s own internal database, construction machines are normally only listed under their serial numbers (the last 6 digits of the 17-character VIN) and the corresponding type designation.
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(provide the (identification) number of the corresponding component and its type designation)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) / Product Identification Number (PIN) Komatsu :
VIN breakdown Komatsu
The designation for the chassis number is not fixed due to a lack of binding provisions and a miscellany of production plants. Here, the following designations:
1. Serial number
2. VIN (Vehicle identification number)
3. PIN (Product information number)
Often used in varying lengths ( 4 – 11 digits).
1Breakdown of the 11-digit VIN/PIN Komatsu
Start of 17-digit VIN/PIN in
Wheeled loader/Wheeled excavator
from serial number
N.B.: In the manufacturer Komatsu’s own internal database, construction machines are normally only listed under their serial numbers (the last 6 digits of the 17-character VIN) and the corresponding type designation.
See also the indication under Miscellaneous.
Breakdown of the 17-digit VIN/PIN Komatsu
Form and appearance of the VIN
Regardless of the form in which the number is placed on a machine, there is always a star at both ends.
Example:
crawler dozer covered with a label at the works
Upper structure (superstructure)
crawler excavator covered with a label at the works
Location of the PIN Komatsu
Komatsu Skid steer loaders
the rear hydraulic column, on the right, as seen in the direction of travel
Wheel loaders (small, mid-sized and large wheel loaders)
The VIN/PIN is stamped on and is located on the front frame on the right, seen in the direction of travel.
Bulldozers Komatsu VIN
Komatsu Excavators VIN
Mini excavators and compact excavators
Examples
Wheeled excavators
The VIN/PIN is stamped onto two locations on wheeled excavators:
1. on the superstructure and
2. on the chassis (the position can vary)
Examples taken from the PW160 or PW180
Superstructure at the base of the hydraulic arm
On the chassis, at the front, on the left, as seen in the direction of travel
On the chassis, at the rear, on the right, as seen in the direction of travel
Crawler excavators
1. VIN/PIN at the rear, at the base of the hydraulic arm, on the right, as seen in the direction of travel
Type Plate / Production Plate Komatsu :
There is a type plate on every machine.
Location of the type plate Komatsu
Komatsu Skid steer loaders VIN
the rear hydraulic column, on the right, as seen in the direction of travel
Wheel loaders (small, mid-sized and large wheel loaders)
Examples
Komatsu Crawler dozens
Excavators
Mini excavators and compact excavators
Examples
PC14
On the left in the direction of travel
On the right in the direction of travel
Wheeled excavators
Crawler excavators
2.2 Composition of the type plate
The type plates are engraved or punched on with needle point. The script is slightly depressed.
They are riveted on. The rivets used vary depending on the country of production.
The following data appear on the type plate:
Manufacturer (name and country)
Logo
Model (vehicle type)
Production Identification Number (PIN)
Year of construction
Weight
Engine Performance
CE mark
Type plate on a WA80 wheel loader, produced at a works in Hannover, Germany
Type plate on a WA200 wheel loader, produced at a works in Hannover, Germany
Type plate on a D51 crawler dozer made in Brazil
Type plate on a PC45 mini excavator produced at a works in Vicenza, Italy
Type plate on a PC240 crawler excavator produced at a works in Durham, UK
3. Engine Number:
3.1 Location of the engine number
The engine number is only engraved onto the engine type plate. The type plate is on the engine block on the right.
3.2 Appearance of the engine number
The engine number is engraved onto a type plate fixed on with rivets. In individual cases it is possible to identify a PIN from the engine number.
3.2.1 Appearance of the engine number on wheel loaders and wheeled loaders
On Cummins engines the engine number has 7 characters and on Yanmar engines, 8.
Breakdown of the engine number on Cummins engines:
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4. Gearbox number:
The gearbox number is a consecutive serial number which cannot be used to identify a PIN. gearbox number is only engraved onto the engine type plate. The type plate is on the gearbox on the left.
5. Vehicle Keys:
Construction machines use unitary keys as there are few other locks requiring other keys. Keys cannot be used for identification purposes.
Keys with the number 747 are universal keys and should only be held by qualified persons engaged in repairs to the machines.
6. Miscellaneous:
It is possible to retrofit an optional immobiliser.
Certificate of Conformity
Owners of construction machines which are not licensed for use on public highways only have a so-called ‘Certificate of Conformity’ (confirmation that the machine conforms with European Directives) as proof of ownership. The manufacturer Komatsu also uses Certificates of Conformity in which merely the last 6 digits (serial number) of the VIN are listed, although the complete 17-character VIN may be stamped onto a given machine.
This may at times lead to a negative trace even if that particular machine has been reported as stolen.
Example
