KOMATSU WA450-6 WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Komatsu WA450-6 is a mid-sized wheel loader engineered for construction, quarry, and waste handling applications. Powered by a turbocharged SAA6D123E-5 six-cylinder engine, it delivers 272 net horsepower and 674 cubic inches of displacement, providing efficient performance for demanding material handling tasks. The machine features a 5.5 cubic yard heaped bucket capacity with a 43,160-pound breakout force, enabling productive loading of aggregates, demolition debris, and waste materials. Its full-powershift countershaft transmission with four forward and reverse gears achieves maximum speeds of 21.7 mph forward and 22.4 mph reverse, facilitating quick repositioning on site. The hydraulic system incorporates a double-acting piston pump with 63.9 gallons-per-minute flow capacity and 3,555 psi relief setting, enabling rapid cycle times: 1.6 seconds for dumping, 6 seconds for raising, and 3.7 seconds for lowering. The loader measures 29.5 feet long with bucket on ground, 10 feet wide over tires, and 11.5 feet tall to cab top, with an 11.4-foot wheelbase and 50.2-foot turning radius for maneuverability in confined spaces. Operating at approximately 49,780 pounds, the WA450-6 maintains a static tipping weight of 39,860 pounds. With 109.1-gallon fuel capacity and comprehensive fluid systems totaling over 115 gallons combined, the machine offers extended operational ranges between service intervals, making it suitable for continuous production environments.