Technical Description
The Michigan 475C is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for demanding operations, featuring a turbocharged and intercooled Cummins VTA-28C engine with 12 cylinders, delivering a gross power of 725.5 hp (541 kW) and net power of 639.7 hp (477 kW) at 2000 rpm. It provides a breakout force of approximately 149,003 lbs (67,587 kg), enabling efficient material handling. The loader’s heaped bucket capacity is 12.1 cubic yards (9 m³), with a struck capacity of 9.9 cubic yards (7 m³), and a bucket width of 14.7 ft (4 m). The machine’s hydraulic system includes a three gear type pump with a flow capacity of 276.1 gal/min (1,045 l/min), dump time of 3.7 seconds, raise time of 10 seconds, and relief valve pressure set at 2700 psi.
Dimensions include a wheelbase of 15.2 ft (5 m), overall length with bucket on ground at 41.5 ft (13 m), height to top of cab 16.1 ft (5 m), and dump clearance at max raise of 15.8 ft (5 m). It has 2 ft (1 m) ground clearance and a turning radius of 34.1 ft (10 m). Operating weight is about 168,623 lbs (76,486 kg) with static tipping weight at 106,031 lbs (48,095 kg). The loader rides on large L-5 41.25/70-39 tires, providing traction and stability. Fuel capacity is 273 gallons (1,033 liters), and the hydraulic fluid system holds 248.1 gallons (939 liters). Transmission is a Clark turbo type with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, achieving a max speed of 18.6 mph (29 kph) in both directions. Rear axle oscillation is 20°, aiding maneuverability over uneven ground, making the 475C suitable for large-scale mining, quarrying, and heavy construction tasks.
