Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA270-8 ➔

Komatsu WA270-8 wheel loader is a mid-size articulated machine designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Komatsu's WA series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, agriculture, waste handling, and site development applications. The WA270-8 typically features a fuel-efficient diesel engine, hydrostatic or torque-converter drivetrain depending on market configuration, and a Z-bar loader linkage for strong breakout force and efficient bucket loading. Operator comfort, visibility, and service access are key design elements. The model is used with a range of buckets and attachments for versatile jobsite performance.

General Specifications

Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	2.5 - 3.5 (1.9 - 2.7) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m)	2.5 - 3.5 (1.9 - 2.7) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine Power	149 (111) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power Net hp (kW)	149 (111) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine type	SAA6D107E-3 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	9.8 (2.9) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Max Dump Height ft.( m)	9.9 (2.9) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Operating Weight	28,208 - 29,079 (12,795 kg - 13,190) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	28,208 - 29,079 (12,795 kg - 13,190) — Starting 2025 Model Year
OperatingWeight lbs. (kg)	28,208 - 29,079 (12,795 kg - 13,190) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Bucket

Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.80 ft (2.99 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Net Power	149.00 hp (111.11 kw)

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Rated Bucket Capacity	2.50-3.50 cu yd (1.91-2.68 cu m)

Weights

Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	28,208.00-29,079.00 lbs (12,794.95-13,190.03 kg)

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