2015-2020 KOMATSU WA70-6 WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Komatsu WA70-6 is a compact articulated wheel loader designed for versatile material handling and efficient operation in confined spaces. It features a hydrostatic transmission with two forward and two reverse gears, enabling a maximum speed of 3.2 mph forward and 12.5 mph in reverse. Powered by a Komatsu 4D95LWE-5 four-cylinder diesel engine, the loader delivers 60.3 hp at 2,400 rpm and a torque of 154.9 lb-ft at 1,600 rpm. The hydraulic system supports a pump flow capacity of 14.1 gallons per minute and rapid cycle times, including a bucket dump time of 1.1 seconds and raise and lower times of 5.3 and 3 seconds respectively, facilitating productive load cycles. The WA70-6 has a heaped bucket capacity of 1.2 cubic yards, with a maximum hinge pin height of 10.4 feet, allowing effective stacking and loading operations. Key dimensions include a ground clearance of 1.1 feet, overall length with bucket on the ground of 17.9 feet, height to the top of the cab at 8.1 feet, a wheelbase of 6.8 feet, and a width over tires of 5.4 feet. The operating weight is approximately 11,155 lbs, with a fuel capacity of 34.9 gallons, hydraulic fluid capacity of 13.3 gallons, and other fluid capacities supporting reliable and sustained field operation. The cab is spacious and equipped with ROPS/FOPS Level 2 protection, enhancing operator safety and comfort during use in various material handling tasks. This model balances power, maneuverability, and operator ergonomics for efficient performance in diverse construction and industrial settings.