1994-2023 KAWASAKI 65ZIII WHEEL LOADER

The Kawasaki 65ZIII wheel loader is a robust and versatile machine designed for demanding material handling tasks. It features a 6-cylinder, naturally aspirated 6 BG 1 engine delivering 120 hp at 2,350 rpm and peak torque at 1,500 rpm, providing reliable power for heavy-duty operations. The loader has a heaped bucket capacity of 2.7 cu yds (2 m³) and a struck capacity of 2.3 cu yds (2 m³), with a bucket width of 8.1 ft (2 m) and a breakout force of 21,400 lbs (9,707 kg). Maximum dump clearance reaches 8.9 ft (2 m), and the hinge pin height is 11.9 ft (3 m). The machine measures 22.5 ft (7 m) in length with the bucket on the ground, has a wheelbase of 9.6 ft (3 m), and a width over tires of 7.8 ft (2 m). The hydraulic system includes a gear-type pump with a flow capacity of 14.5 gal/min (53 l/min), a relief valve setting of 2,770 psi, and fast cycle times: 5.8 sec for raising, 2.9 sec for lowering, and 1.2 sec for dumping. The full power shift transmission offers four forward and four reverse gears, with a maximum speed of 23.1 mph (37 kph) in both directions. The loader operates on 24V electrical system with a 40A alternator and features a rear axle oscillation of 24° for improved stability. Standard tire size is 17.5-25-12PR (L-2), and the operating weight is 22,046.3 lbs (10,000 kg). Fluid capacities include 47.6 gal (178 l) fuel, 25.1 gal (95 l) hydraulic fluid, and 6.9 gal (23 l) cooling system fluid.