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Komatsu WA480-6 Wheel Loader

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.

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Bucket

Breakout Force	47,660 lbs (21,618 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	6 cu yd (5 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	5 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	11 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	15 ft (5 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	31 ft (9 m)
Wheelbase	11 ft (3 m)
Width Over Tires	10 ft (3 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbo-charged
Displacement	674 cu in (11,045 cu cm)
Engine Model	SAA6D125E-5
Gross Power	300 hp (224 kw)
Net Power	299 hp (223 kw)
Number of Cylinders	12
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	1.9 seconds
Lower Time	3.8 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	64 gpm (242 lpm)
Pump Type	Double-acting piston type
Raise Time	7 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	3555 psi

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	16 gal (61 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	10 gal (38 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	16 gal (59 l)
Fuel Capacity	109 gal (413 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	46 gal (173 l)
Operating Weight	54,510 lbs (24,725 kg)
Rated Bucket Capacity	5.4-8 cu yd (4-6 cu m)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	16 gal (59 l)
Static Tipping Weight	45,020 lbs (20,421 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	14 gal (54 l)
Turning Radius	51 ft (15 m)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	21 mph (34 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	22 mph (36 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	full-powershift countershaft type

Weights

Operating Weight

54420-54,840 lbs (24,685-24,875 kg)

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