Construction Equipment Guide
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The Kawasaki 70Z7 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and stockpile work in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial applications. It is part of Kawasaki's Z7 series and is commonly used for high-production loading of trucks, hoppers, and conveyors. The 70Z7 features a articulated wheel loader configuration with a front-mounted bucket, hydraulic lift and tilt system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. Typical uses include earthmoving, bulk material transfer, and site support operations. The model is recognized for its heavy-duty frame, loader linkage, and compatibility with a range of bucket and attachment options.
| Bucket Capacity | 3.3 to 4.2 (2.5 to 3.2) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 168 (125) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cummins QSB6.7 Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 12.10 (3.9) Starting 2017 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 31,610 (14,340) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Dump Clearance at Max Raise | 12.80 ft (3.90 m) |
| Make | Cummins |
| Net Power | 168.00 hp (125.28 kw) |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 3.30-4.20 cu yd (2.52-3.21 cu m) |
| Operating Weight | 31,610.00 lbs (14,338.07 kg) |