KAWASAKI 85ZIV-2 WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Kawasaki 85ZIV-2 is a mid-size wheel loader engineered for demanding construction and material handling applications. Powered by a turbocharged Cummins M11-C engine producing 226 horsepower at 2100 rpm with 723 lb-ft of torque, this machine delivers robust performance on job sites. The loader features a 4.4 cubic yard heaped bucket capacity with a breakout force of 41,225 pounds, enabling efficient loading and transport of aggregate materials. Its full powershift transmission with four forward and reverse gears provides seamless speed transitions, with maximum speeds of 21.1 mph forward and 21.6 mph reverse. The hydraulic system incorporates a gear-type pump with 21.1 gallons per minute flow capacity and 3000 psi relief setting, delivering responsive bucket control with raise, lower, and dump cycle times of 6.3, 3.5, and 1.4 seconds respectively. Operationally, the 85ZIV-2 weighs 43,761.8 pounds and features a 79.3-gallon fuel capacity with a 55.5-gallon hydraulic system reservoir. Its compact dimensions include a 26.3-foot length, 11.6-foot cab height, and 9.7-foot width over tires, with a 21.8-foot turning radius for improved maneuverability. The machine operates on 26.5x25-20PR tires and maintains a static tipping load of 31,989.1 pounds, demonstrating stable load handling capabilities. This wheel loader suits quarry operations, recycling facilities, and general construction work requiring reliable mid-sized loading capacity.