Category : Wheel Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Komatsu ➔ Model : WA500-6 ➔
Komatsu WA500-6 wheel loader is a large production loader used in quarrying, aggregate handling, mining support, and heavy material loading applications. It is equipped with a Komatsu diesel engine and a powertrain designed for high breakout force, efficient cycle times, and reliable operation in demanding site conditions. The WA500-6 features a rigid frame, articulated steering, and a front-mounted bucket for loading trucks, stockpiles, and hoppers. Common specifications include hydraulic lift and tilt functions, operator cab controls, and service access designed for maintenance efficiency. The model is part of Komatsu's WA series of wheel loaders.
Axles
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Drive System
Four-wheel drive
Front
Fixed, semi-floating
Rear
Center-pin support, semi-floating, 24 ? total oscillation
Brakes
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Brakes specifications
Emergency Brake
Parking brake is commonly used
Parking Brake
Wet
Service Brake
Hydraulically actuated
Capacities
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Capacities specifications
Cooling System
31.80 gal (120.36 l)
Engine Oil
11.90 gal (45.04 l)
Front Axle
5,309.10 cu in (87,000.75 cu cm)
Fuel Tank
125.00 gal (473.13 l)
Hydraulic System
89.10 gal (337.24 l)
Rear Axle
21.40 gal (81.00 l)
Torque Converter, Transmission And Retarder Cooling
20.10 gal (76.08 l)
Dimensions
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.48 ft (0.45 m)
Height
12.42 ft (3.78 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
12.42 ft (3.79 m)
Length
32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Turning Circle
50.20 ft (15.30 m)
Weight
74,010.00 lbs (33,570.41 kg)
Wheelbase
12.41 ft (3.78 m)
Width
10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Width Over Tires
10.47 ft (3.19 m)
Driveline
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Driveline specifications
Brake
Hydraulic, Wet disc
Maximum Speeds/Fwd Mph (Km/H)
34.9
Maximum Speeds/Rev Mph (Km/H)
37.5
Number Of Speeds - Forward
4
Number Of Speeds - Reverse
4
Ride Control System
Standard
Transmission
Automatic Powershift
Engine
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Air Cleaner
Dry type
Aspiration
Turbocharged, after cooled
Bore
5.60 in (14.22 cm)
Displacement
930.10 cu in (15,241.64 cu cm)
Engine Make
2238
Engine Model
SAA6D140E-5
Engine Type
Water-cooled, 4-cycle
Fan Drive Method
?Hydraulic
Filter
Full-flow type
Fuel System
Direct injection
Governor
All-speed, electronic
Horsepower, Gross-Sae J1995
356.80 hp (266.07 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Iso 9249
352.70 hp (263.01 kw)
Horsepower, Net-Sae J1349
332.60 hp (248.02 kw)
Lubrication Method
Gear pump, force-lubricatio
Number Of Cylinders
6
Piston Displacement
930.10 cu in (15,241.64 cu cm)
Stroke
6.50 in (16.51 cm)
Final Drive
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Final Drive specifications
Differential Gear
Torque proportioning
Final Reduction Gear
Planetary gear, single reduction
Reduction Gear
Spiral bevel gear
Hydraulic System
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Bore
4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Bucket Cylinde Bore
7.30 in (18.54 cm)
Bucket Cylinde Stroke
26.60 in (67.56 cm)
Control Positions Boom
Raise, hold, lower, and float
Control Positions Bucket
Tilt-back, hold, and dump
Control Valve
2-spool type
Dump Time
1.7 sec
Hydraulic Cylinders Type
Double-acting, piston type
Lift Cylinder
2
Lift Cylinder Bore
6.30 in (16.00 cm)
Lift Cylinder Stroke
35.40 in (89.92 cm)
Loader Control Capacity
84.60 gpm (320.21 lpm)
Loader Control Type
Piston Pump
Lower Time
4.2 sec
Number Of Cylinders
2
Pump Flow Capacity
31.80 gpm (120.36 lpm)
Pump Type
Piston Pump
Raise Time
7.2 sec
Relief Valve Setting
34.3 MPa 350 kgf/cm 2 4,980 ps
Steering Pump Type
Piston Pump
Stroke
19.20 in (48.77 cm)
Operational
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Breakout Force
25000 kgf
Bucket Capacity Range – Sae
4.3-5.6 m3
Bucket Description
GP Bucket, Bolt Edge
Bucket Link Type
Z-bar
Bucket Width
9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Dump Clearance, @45 Degrees Dump Angle
10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Dump Reach, @45 Degrees Dump Angle
5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Standard Bucket Capacity – Sae
7.4 cu yd
Static Tipping Load,Full Turn
50,510.20 lbs (22,911.07 kg)
Steering System
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Minimum Turning Radius At The Centre Of Outside Tire
21.10 ft (6.43 m)
Steering System Type
Articulated
Tires
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Tires specifications
Standard Fitment Size
29.5 R25 2Star VSDL L5
Transmission
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
21.70 mph (34.92 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
22.70 mph (36.53 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
4
Transmission Type
Full-power shift, planetary type
Weights
Komatsu WA500-6 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
77,161.80 lbs (35,000.05 kg)
