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Komatsu unveils hydrogen-powered excavator

Original equipment manufacturer Komatsu has released proof of concept (PoC) information and images for its medium-sized hydraulic excavator that combines a hydrogen fuel cell.

The new excavator also has a hydrogen tank. Photo: Komatsu

The new excavator also has a hydrogen tank. Photo: Komatsu

The concept machine was developed to achieve carbon neutrality at sites that utilise construction equipment and includes key Komatsu components. Komatsu will continue advancing its PoC test work which...

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