The PC650-8 Komatsu large excavator utilizes a dual-pump variable displacement piston system. The hydraulic main pump is a tandem main piston pump consisting of front and rear sections.
Common Faults & Diagnostics
Weak/Slow Movement on One Pump Side: Internal leakage from worn pistons, valve plate, or slippers in that section. Diagnose by measuring front and rear pump pressures and case drain flow separately.
Abnormal Noise/Squealing: Insufficient suction, air ingress, or contaminated oil causing internal pump wear.
Engine Lugging/Speed Drop Under Load: Seized power regulator/control spool causing pump to remain at large displacement and absorb excessive power.
High Oil Temperature: Severe internal leakage within the main pump.
Oil Leakage: Aged main shaft oil seal or worn end-cover O-rings.
Jitter/Pressure Fluctuation: Air in the system, seized regulator, or scored valve plate.
Purchasing Recommendations
Confirm the specific sub-model and original part number
Determine whether you need the complete main pump assembly or just the single pump core
Choose between new, remanufactured, or compatible parts - remanufactured units offer significant cost savings for high-value main pump assemblies
Common overhaul components include: cylinder block, valve plate, piston (slipper), retainer plate, swashplate, main shaft, bearings, and seal kit