Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA470-5 ➔

The Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader is a powerhouse of a machine, equipped with a bucket breakout force of 41364.9 lbs and a heaped bucket capacity of 5.4 cu yd. Its turbocharged engine model SAA6D125E-3 delivers a gross power of 271 hp, while the hydraulic system boasts a pump flow capacity of 108.4 gpm. With operating weight of 50221.3 lbs and a maximum speed of 24.7 mph, the WA470-5 is a reliable and efficient solution for heavy-duty loading tasks.

Bucket

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	41,364.90 lbs (18,762.83 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5.40 cu yd (4.13 cu m)
Bucket Width	9.90 ft (3.02 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.20 ft (3.11 m)

Dimensions

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.30 ft (4.36 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4.30 ft (1.31 m)
Wheelbase	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Width Over Tires	9.60 ft (2.93 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharger
Displacement	673.80 cu in (11,041.63 cu cm)
Engine Model	SAA6D125E-3
Gross Power	271.00 hp (202.09 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

Hydraulic System

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.4 seconds
Lower Time	3.7 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	108.40 gpm (410.29 lpm)
Pump Type	gear pump
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3045.8 psi

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	13.30 gal (50.34 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Fuel Capacity	103.10 gal (390.23 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	49.20 gal (186.22 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	50,221.30 lbs (22,780.03 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation	30 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Static Tipping Weight	41,678.40 lbs (18,905.03 kg)
Tire Size	26.5 R25
Transmission Fluid Capacity	49.20 gal (186.22 l)
Turning Radius	20.40 ft (6.22 m)

Transmission

Komatsu WA470-5 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	24.70 mph (39.75 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	25.50 mph (41.04 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	automatic powershift transmission

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