Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA450-6 ➔

Komatsu WA450-6 wheel loader is a large production machine designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading, and quarry or aggregate work. It is equipped with a Komatsu diesel engine, articulated steering, and a hydraulic loader linkage for efficient bucket control and cycle performance. The WA450-6 is commonly used in construction, mining support, and bulk material operations where durability and high breakout force are required. Typical features include a spacious operator cab, powertrain designed for heavy-duty duty cycles, and service access for routine maintenance. The model is part of Komatsu's WA series of wheel loaders.

Bucket

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	43,160.00 lbs (19,577.07 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5.50 cu yd (4.20 cu m)
Bucket Width	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Dimensions

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.40 ft (4.39 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Wheelbase	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Width Over Tires	10.00 ft (3.05 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbo-charged
Displacement	674.00 cu in (11,044.91 cu cm)
Engine Model	SAA6D123E-5
Gross Power	273.00 hp (203.58 kw)
Net Power	272.00 hp (202.83 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6

Hydraulic System

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.6 seconds
Lower Time	3.7 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	63.90 gpm (241.86 lpm)
Pump Type	Double-acting piston type
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3555 psi

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	16.10 gal (60.94 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	15.90 gal (60.18 l)
Fuel Capacity	109.10 gal (412.94 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	45.70 gal (172.97 l)
Operating Weight	49,780.00 lbs (22,579.86 kg)
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.00-6.80 cu yd (3.82-5.20 cu m)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	14.80 gal (56.02 l)
Static Tipping Weight	39,860.00 lbs (18,080.21 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	14.30 gal (54.13 l)
Turning Radius	50.20 ft (15.30 m)

Transmission

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	21.70 mph (34.92 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	22.40 mph (36.05 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Full-powershift countershaft type.

Weights

Komatsu WA450-6 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	49,780.00-50,080.00 lbs (22,579.86-22,715.93 kg)

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