1987-1990 KOMATSU WR8 WHEEL LOADER

The Komatsu WR8 is a compact wheel loader designed for efficient material handling with a heaped bucket capacity of 1.1 cubic yards (1 m³) and a bucket width of 6.5 feet (2 m). It features a dump clearance at maximum raise of 9.6 feet (3 m), providing good reach and height for loading applications. The loader's dimensions include a top cab height of 9.2 feet (3 m), hinge pin max height of 11.8 feet (3 m), overall length with the bucket on the ground of 16.7 feet (5 m), and a wheelbase of 8.1 feet (2 m). Ground clearance is 1.1 feet (0 m), and the width over tires is 6.3 feet (2 m). Powered by a Komatsu 4D95L engine, the WR8 delivers 55.3 horsepower (41 kW) at 2,200 rpm from its 199 cubic inch displacement 4-cylinder engine. It has a fuel capacity of 16.7 gallons (61 liters) and an operating weight of approximately 12,566 lbs (5,700 kg). The standard tire size is 17.5/65 20-10PR. The loader boasts a top forward speed of 18.1 mph (29 kph) and a reverse speed of 18.7 mph (29 kph), supported by a transmission with 3 forward and 3 reverse gears, enabling responsive maneuverability with a turning radius of 15.5 feet (5 m). This compact wheel loader is suitable for various loading and material movement tasks, combining moderate power, maneuverability, and practical bucket capacity for construction, landscaping, and industrial applications requiring a balance of size and performance.