KAWASAKI 80ZII WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Kawasaki 80ZII wheel loader is a robust, heavy-duty machine designed for demanding construction and material handling applications. It features a 6-cylinder, turbocharged Cummins 6CT-8.3-C engine delivering 165 hp at 2,200 rpm, with a displacement of 504.5 cu in. The loader has a heaped bucket capacity of 3.7 cu yds (2 m³) and a struck capacity of 3.3 cu yds (2 m³), with a bucket width of 8.9 ft (2 m) and a breakout force of 34,840 lbs (15,803 kg). The hydraulic system provides a pump flow capacity of 46 gal/min (174 l/min) and a relief valve setting of 2,775 psi, enabling fast cycle times with a dump time of 1.4 sec, lower time of 3.2 sec, and raise time of 6.6 sec. The full powershift transmission offers three forward and three reverse gears, with a maximum forward speed of 21.8 mph (34 kph) and reverse speed of 22.7 mph (35 kph). The loader has an operating weight of 33,270 lbs (15,091 kg), a wheelbase of 9.8 ft (3 m), and a turning radius of 21.2 ft (6 m). It is equipped with 20.5-25-16PR (L-2) tires and a 24V electrical system with a 65A alternator. The machine has a ground clearance of 1.4 ft (0.4 m), a cab height of 10.9 ft (3 m), and a hinge pin height of 12.8 ft (4 m). Fluid capacities include 56.8 gal (212 l) fuel, 47.6 gal (178 l) hydraulic fluid, 13.3 gal (49 l) coolant, 6.1 gal (23 l) engine oil, and 8.8 gal (30 l) each for front and rear axle/diff.