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Published dimensions and weight

Komatsu WA480-6A

The Komatsu WA480-6A is a wheel loader of about 25.4 t, built around the Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 engine.

01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Wheel Loader category illustration
Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight56008.5 lb25405 kg
03Selected published values80
Published highlights
  • Ground Clearance: 1.73 ft / 525 mm
  • Height To Top Of Cab: 11.49 ft / 3500 mm
  • Wheelbase: 135.83 in / 3450 mm
  • Length: 9155 mm
Typical use

Wheel loaders are commonly used to load, carry and stockpile loose material on prepared surfaces. Published rows for Komatsu WA480-6A include published breakout force of 21600, published operating weight of 56008.5 lb / 25405 kg, the published “Ground Clearance” field of 1.73 ft / 525 mm. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes
  • Compare the published “Ground Clearance” field (1.73 ft / 525 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Height To Top Of Cab” field (11.49 ft / 3500 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Wheelbase” field (135.83 in / 3450 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.

01

Dimensions

Ground Clearance1.73 ft525 mm
Height To Top Of Cab11.49 ft3500 mm
Wheelbase135.83 in3450 mm
Length9155 mm9155 mm
Turning Circle50.53 ft15400 mm
Width Over Tyres118.51 in3010 mm
02

Tyres

Standard Fitment Size26.5 R25 L326.5 R25 L3
03

Steering System

Steering System TypeArticulated type, full-hydraulic power steeringArticulated type, full-hydraulic power steering
Minimum Turning Radius At The Centre Of Outside Tire21.8 ft6630 mm
Steering Angle35 degrees35 degrees
04

Engine

Horsepower, Gross-Sae J1995300.4 hp224 kw
Horsepower, Net-Iso 9249299.1 hp223 kw
Horsepower, Net-Sae J1349283 hp211 kw
Fan Drive MethodHydraulicHydraulic
Lubrication MethodGear pump, force-lubricationGear pump, force-lubrication
FilterFull-flow typeFull-flow type
Number Of Cylinders66
Engine ModelKomatsu SAA6D125E-5Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
Engine TypeWater-cooled, 4-cycleWater-cooled, 4-cycle
Air CleanerDry type with double elements and dust evacuator, plus dust indicatorDry type with double elements and dust evacuator, plus dust indicator
GovernorAll-speed, electronicAll-speed, electronic
Rated Power​2000​2000
Displacement673.8 cu in11.1 L
AspirationTurbocharged, aftercooledTurbocharged, aftercooled
Fuel TypeDirect injectionDirect injection
Bore5 in125 mm
Stroke6 in150 mm
05

Driveline

BrakeHydraulic, Wet discHydraulic, Wet disc
Ride Control SystemStandardStandard
Maximum Speeds Fwd22.6 mph36.3 km/h
Maximum Speeds Rev23.3 mph37.4 km/h
Number Of Speeds - Forward44
Number Of Speeds - Reverse44
Transmission TypeAutomatic PowershiftAutomatic Powershift
06

Capacities

Front Axle3600.5 cu in59 L
Fuel Tank109.2 gal413 L
Cooling System16.2 gal61 L
Rear Axle15.6 gal59 L
Hydraulic System45.8 gal173 L
Engine Oil10.1 gal38 L
Torque Converter, Transmission And Retarder Cooling17.2 gal65 L
07

Operational

Bucket Capacity Range – Sae3.8 - 6.13.8 - 6.1
Standard Bucket Capacity – Sae5.05.0
Bucket DescriptionGP Bucket, bolt on edgeGP Bucket, bolt on edge
Static Tipping Load,Full Turn39628.1 lb17975 kg
Breakout Force2160021600
Dump Clearance, @45 Degrees Dump Angle10.6 ft3205 mm
Dump Reach, @45 Degrees Dump Angle4.7 ft1410 mm
Bucket Width10.5 ft3170 mm
Bucket Link TypeZ-BarZ-Bar
08

Transmission

Transmission TypeFull-powershifFull-powershif
09

Weights

Operating Weight56008.5 lb25405 kg
10

Hydraulic System

Steering Pump TypePiston PumpPiston Pump
Loader Control TypePiston PumpPiston Pump
Number Of Cylinders22
Bore3.6 in90 mm
Hydraulic PumpPiston pumpPiston pump
Steering System Relief Valve Setting3555 psi24510.9 kPa
Loader Control Relief Valve Setting4980 psi34335.9 kPa
Steering System Capacity51.6 gal/min195 L/min
Loader Control Capacity68.7 gal/min260 L/min
Control Valve2-spool type2-spool type
Control Positions BoomRaise, hold, lower, and floatRaise, hold, lower, and float
Control Positions BucketTilt-back, hold, and dumpTilt-back, hold, and dump
Hydraulic Cylinders TypeDouble-acting, piston typeDouble-acting, piston type
BoomRaise, hold, lower, and floatRaise, hold, lower, and float
BucketTilt-back, hold, and dumpTilt-back, hold, and dump
Stroke441 mm441 mm
Raise Time6.1 sec6.1 sec
Dump Time1.6 sec1.6 sec
Lower Time3.8 sec3.8 sec
11

Final Drive

Reduction GearSpiral bevel gearSpiral bevel gear
Differential GearConventional typeConventional type
Final Reduction GearPlanetary gear, single reductionPlanetary gear, single reduction
Drive SystemFour-wheel driveFour-wheel drive
FrontFixed, semi-floatingFixed, semi-floating
RearCenter-pin support, semi-floating, 26˚ total oscillationCenter-pin support, semi-floating, 26˚ total oscillation
12

Brakes

Parking BrakeWet disc brakeWet disc brake
Service BrakeHydraulically actuated, wet disc brakes actuate on four wheelsHydraulically actuated, wet disc brakes actuate on four wheels
Emergency BrakeParking brake is commonly usedParking brake is commonly used
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