- Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
- Model: ZW120-6 ➔
The Hitachi ZW120-6 is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. It is part of Hitachi's ZW-6 wheel loader series and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The machine features a fuel-efficient diesel engine, articulated steering, and a hydraulic system suited for precise bucket control and short-cycle loading tasks. Its cab is designed for operator visibility and comfort, while the loader's size supports maneuverability in confined work areas. The ZW120-6 is typically configured with general-purpose or multi-purpose buckets and is used for aggregate, soil, snow, and bulk material handling.
General Specifications
| Bucket Capacity | 2 (1.5)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Model | TCD3.6L4F
Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 96 (71)
Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 96 (71)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine type | DEUTZ
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 8.83 (2.71)*/10 (3.04)**
Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft. (m) | 8.83 (2.71)*/10 (3.04)**
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 18,585 (8,430)
Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 18,590 (8,430)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Axle and Final Drive
| Drive System | Four-wheel drive system
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| Final Drives | Heavy-duty planetary mounted inboard
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| Front | Fixed to the front frame
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| Front & rear axle | Semi-floating
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| Oscillation angle | Total 20 degrees (+10 -10)
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| Rear | Trunnion support
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| Reduction and differential gear | Two stage reduction with torque proportional differential
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Brakes
| Parking Brake | Spring applied hydraulically released wet disc type
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| Service Brakes | Inboard mounted fully hydraulic 4 wheel wet disc brakes. Front & rear independent brake circuit HST (Hydro Static Transmission) system provides additional hydraulic braking capacity
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Engine
| Aftertreatment | DOC and SCR system
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| Air Cleaner | Two element dry type with restriction indicator
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| Aspiration | Turbocharger and intercooled
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| Batteries | 2 x 12 V
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| Bore and Stroke | 3.9 in x 4.7 in (98 mm x 120 mm)
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| Emission | Complies with EU stage IV and US EPA Tier 4 Final
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| Maximum rated power ISO 14396, gross | 101 (74 kW) at 2000 min (rpm)
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| Maximum rated power ISO 9249, net | 96 (71 kW) at 2000 min (rpm)
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| Maximum Torgue | 400 NM at 1600 min (rpm)
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| No. of cylinders | 4
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| Piston Displacement | 221.00 in (561.34 cm)
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| Type | 4-cycle water-cooled direct injection
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Hydraulic System
| Arm Controls | Four position valve; Raise hold lower float Bucket controls with automatic bucket return to-dig control
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| Filters | Full-flow 10 micron return filter in reservoir
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| HST charging pump | Gear type 10.4 gal/min (39.2 L/min) at 2000 min (rpm) at 2.5 MPa (25 kgf/cm2)
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| Hydraulic cycle times - Bucket dump | 1.6 seconds
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| Hydraulic cycle times - Lift arm lower | 2.7 seconds
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| Hydraulic cycle times - Lift arm raise | 6.6 seconds
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| Hydraulic cycle times - Total | 10.9 seconds
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| Hydraulic cylinders - No. x Bore x Stroke | Arm: 2 x 4.1 in x 28.0 in (2 x 105 mm x 710 mm) Bucket: 1 x 4.9 in x 17.5 in (1 x 125 mm x 445 mm)
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| Hydraulic cylinders Type | Double acting type
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| Main pump (Load & steer) | Gear type 32.0 gal/min (121 L/min) at 2000 min-1 (rpm) at 20.6 MPa (210 kgf/cm2)
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| Relief pressure setting | 20.6 MPa (210 kgf/cm2)
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| Transmission charging pump | Gear type 5.9 gal/min (22 L/min) at 2000 min (rpm) at 1.8 MPa (18 kgf/cm2
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Power Train
| Cooling Method | Forced circulation type
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| Transmission | Electrical-controlled 1 motor hydrostatic transmission with gear box Gear box: Fixed gear ratio powershift countershaft type
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| Travel speed Forward/Reverse - 1st | 7.10 mph (11.43 kph)
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| Travel speed Forward/Reverse - 2nd | 34.50 mph (55.52 kph)
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Steering System
| Cylinders | Double-acting piston type
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| No. x Bore x Stroke | 2 x 2.4 in x 15.6 in (2 x 60 mm x 395 mm)
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| Steering Angle | Each direction 40 degrees; total 80 degrees
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| Type | Articulated frame steering
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