Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
Model: ZW180 ➔

The Hitachi ZW180 is a medium-size wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Hitachi's ZW series and is commonly used in construction, aggregate, waste, and industrial site operations. The machine is typically equipped with a diesel engine, articulated steering, and a front-mounted loader bucket for efficient cycle times and maneuverability. The ZW180 is known for balanced performance, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of attachments and bucket options. It is used in tasks requiring reliable loading capacity, transport of loose materials, and efficient operation in confined or high-production work environments.

Bucket

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	26,752.27 lbs (12,134.64 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	3.67 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3.14 cu yd
Bucket Width	8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.16 ft (2.79 m)

Dimensions

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Height	10.92 ft (3.33 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	10.77 ft (3.28 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.87 ft (3.92 m)
Length	26.33 ft (8.03 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground	24.97 ft (7.61 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.52 ft (1.07 m)
Weight	32,100.00 lbs (14,560.33 kg)
Wheelbase	10.01 ft (3.05 m)
Width	8.58 ft (2.62 m)
Width Over Tires	8.57 ft (2.61 m)

Engine

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharger & charge air cooled
Displacement	408.30 cu in (6,690.85 cu cm)
Engine Make	2347
Engine Model	QSB6.7
Gross Power	171.00 hp (127.52 kw)

Hydraulic System

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.2 sec
Lower Time	2.9 sec
Pump Type	variable displacement axial plunger
Raise Time	5.7 sec

Operational

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	65 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Fuel Capacity	60.80 gal (230.13 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	26.50 gal (100.30 l)
Operating Voltage	24 V
Operating Weight	31,482.10 lbs (14,280.06 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Static Tipping Weight	25,309.10 lbs (11,480.03 kg)
Tire Size	20.5-25-12PR (L3)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Turning Radius	17.20 ft (5.24 m)

Transmission

Hitachi ZW180 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	23.70 mph (38.14 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	23.70 mph (38.14 kph)
Transmission Type	Torque converter, countershaft type powershit with computer controlled automatic shift and manual shift features included

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