Technical Description
The Hitachi LX80 Super is a robust wheel loader engineered for efficient material handling in demanding environments. It features a 1.9 cu yd (1 m³) heaped bucket capacity and a 1.6 cu yd (1 m³) struck capacity, with a breakout force of 19,131.3 lbs (8,678 kg) for powerful digging and loading. The loader’s dimensions include a length of 20.9 ft (6 m) with the bucket on the ground, a width of 7.7 ft (2 m) over tires, and a height of 10.3 ft (3 m) to the top of the cab, providing excellent maneuverability and visibility. Ground clearance is 1.4 ft (0.4 m), and the hinge pin reaches a maximum height of 11.6 ft (3.5 m), with a dump clearance at max raise of 8.8 ft (2.7 m). The machine is powered by a turbocharged 4-cylinder W04DT engine, delivering 108 hp (81 kW) at 2,300 rpm and peak torque at 1,700 rpm, with a displacement of 245 cu in (4,015 cc). The hydrostatic transmission offers two forward and two reverse gears, with a top speed of 21.4 mph (34 kph) in both directions. Hydraulic system performance includes a pump flow capacity of 37 gal/min (140 l/min), a relief valve setting of 3,130 psi, and fast cycle times: 5.3 seconds to raise, 3.1 seconds to lower, and 1.1 seconds to dump. The operating weight is 17,251.2 lbs (7,825 kg), with a static tipping weight of 12,963.2 lbs (5,880 kg). The LX80 Super is equipped with a 24-volt electrical system, 40-amp alternator, and 15.5x25 tires, ensuring reliable operation and stability.
