Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Komatsu ➔
Model: WA500-8 ➔

Komatsu WA500-8 wheel loader is a large production loader designed for quarry, aggregate, mining, and heavy material handling applications. It is part of Komatsu's WA series and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials in demanding site conditions. The WA500-8 typically features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and tilt systems, and a heavy-duty frame built for high-capacity work. Operator comfort, visibility, and fuel efficiency are key design elements. The model is used in construction, mining, and industrial material handling fleets where reliable cycle times and durability are important.

General Specifications

Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	5.9 - 8.2 — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine Power	353 (263) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power Net	353.00 hp (263.24 kw) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine type	SAA6D140E-7 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	10.90 ft (3.32 m) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Operating Weight	78,272 - 78,782 — Starting 2025 Model Year
OperatingWeight	78,273 - 78,782 — Starting 2026 Model Year

Bucket

Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.80 ft (3.29 m)

Engine

Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Net Power	353.00 hp (263.24 kw)

Operating Specifications

Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.90-8.20 cu yd (4.51-6.27 cu m)

Weights

Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	76,897.00-77,856.00 lbs (34,879.94-35,314.93 kg)

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