Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA470-8 ➔

Komatsu WA470-8 wheel loader is a medium-size articulated loader designed for material handling, aggregate, construction, and quarry applications. It is powered by a Komatsu diesel engine and uses a hydrostatic or torque-converter drivetrain depending on market configuration. The WA470-8 features a Z-bar loader linkage, automatic transmission, and a spacious operator cab with ergonomic controls. Typical uses include loading trucks, stockpiling, site preparation, and general earthmoving. Known for fuel efficiency, durability, and service accessibility, the WA470-8 is part of Komatsu's WA series of wheel loaders and is commonly specified for demanding production environments.

General Specifications

Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	5.0 - 5.8 (3.8 - 4.4) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power	272 (203) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine type	SAA6D125E-7 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	10.4 (3.2) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight	53,352 - 55,579 (24,200 - 25,210) — Starting 2019 Model Year

Bucket

Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Net Power	272.00 hp (202.83 kw)

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.00-5.80 cu yd (3.82-4.43 cu m)

Weights

Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	53,351.00-55,579.00 lbs (24,199.64-25,210.24 kg)

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