Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA480-6 ➔

The Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader is a powerful and reliable piece of machinery designed for efficiency and productivity on construction sites. With a bucket breakout force of 47660 lbs and a heaped bucket capacity of 6 cubic yards, this loader can handle heavy-duty tasks with ease. Equipped with a turbo-charged engine model SAA6D125E-5, producing 300 hp of gross power, the WA480-6 ensures optimal performance. Its hydraulic system features quick dump, lower, and raise times, as well as a high pump flow capacity of 63.9 gpm. Operating at an operational weight of 54510 lbs, this wheel loader is a versatile and dependable choice for various applications.

Bucket

Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	47,660.00 lbs (21,618.24 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	6.00 cu yd (4.59 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	5.20 cu yd (3.98 cu m)
Bucket Width	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Dimensions

Komatsu WA480-6 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	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	30.70 ft (9.36 m)
Wheelbase	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Width Over Tires	10.00 ft (3.05 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbo-charged
Displacement	674.00 cu in (11,044.91 cu cm)
Engine Model	SAA6D125E-5
Gross Power	300.00 hp (223.71 kw)
Net Power	299.00 hp (222.97 kw)
Number of Cylinders	12
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.9 seconds
Lower Time	3.8 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	63.90 gpm (241.86 lpm)
Pump Type	Double-acting piston type
Raise Time	7 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3555 psi

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA480-6 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	15.60 gal (59.05 l)
Fuel Capacity	109.10 gal (412.94 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	45.70 gal (172.97 l)
Operating Weight	54,510.00 lbs (24,725.35 kg)
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.40-8.00 cu yd (4.13-6.12 cu m)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	15.60 gal (59.05 l)
Static Tipping Weight	45,020.00 lbs (20,420.75 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	14.30 gal (54.13 l)
Turning Radius	50.50 ft (15.39 m)

Transmission

Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	21.40 mph (34.44 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	22.10 mph (35.57 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	full-powershift countershaft type

Weights

Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	54,420.00-54,840.00 lbs (24,684.53-24,875.04 kg)

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