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Komatsu WA500-8 Wheel Loader

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

Komatsu WA500-8 wheel loader is a large production machine designed for quarry, aggregate, mining, and heavy material handling applications. It is equipped with a Komatsu diesel engine, hydrostatic or torque-converter drivetrain depending on configuration, and a reinforced loader frame for demanding cycle work. The WA500-8 features a high-capacity bucket, articulated steering, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. Common uses include loading haul trucks, stockpiling material, and moving rock, sand, and gravel. The model is part of Komatsu's WA series of wheel loaders and is known for its balance of lifting power, durability, and fuel-efficient operation.

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General Specifications

Bucket Capacity	5.9 - 8.2 (4.5 - 6.3) Starting 2024 Model Year
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m)	5.9 - 8.2 (4.5 - 6.3) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine Power	353 (263) Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power Net hp (kW)	353 (263) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine type	SAA6D140E-7 Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height	10.8 (3.3) Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height ft.( m)	10.8 (3.3) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight	76,897 - 77,856 (34,880 - 35,315) Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	78,272 - 78,782 (35,504 - 35,735) Starting 2025 Model Year

Bucket

Dump Clearance at Max Raise

10.80 ft (3.29 m)

Engine

Net Power

353.00 hp (263.24 kw)

Operating Specifications

Rated Bucket Capacity

5.90-8.20 cu yd (4.51-6.27 cu m)

Weights

Operating Weight

76,897.00-77,856.00 lbs (34,879.94-35,314.93 kg)

Komatsu WA500-8s currently for sale

A 2016 Komatsu WA500-8 From Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. for $88,500.00 USD

A 2020 Komatsu WA500-8 From C.N. Wood Co., Inc. for $225,000.00 USD

A 2019 Komatsu WA500-8 From Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. for $139,500.00 USD

A 2022 Komatsu WA500-8 From Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. for $189,000.00 USD

A 2021 Komatsu WA500-8 From Martin Equipment for $129,900.00 USD

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