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Wheel loaders
WA480-8
Large wheel loaders
- Horsepower (HP) 299 HP @ 2,000 rpm
- Horsepower (kW) 223 kW @ 2 000 rpm
- Operating weight (kg) 25 960 - 27 810
- Operating weight (lbs) 57,232 - 61,311
- Bucket Capacity (m^3) 4.6 - 5.5
- Bucket Capacity (yd^3) 6.0 - 7.2
Make every pass count
If you are looking for multiple-application versatility, the WA480-8 combines production, fuel efficiency, comfort and serviceability, making it an ideal three-pass loader for on-highway trucks and hoppers.
- Optimized bucket load
- Enhanced operator comfort
- Increased productivity*
- Reduced fuel costs*
Note: *compared to the prior model
Features and benefits
High performance powertrain
Large-capacity torque converter, combined with Komatsu Smart Loader Logic engine control system, automatically creates enough torque for each work phase, reducing fuel consumption with no decrease in production.
Brake cooling system
Efficient performance and added confidence in load and carry situations with front and rear brake cooling system.
Low fuel consumption
Reduce idle time and save fuel with auto idle shutdown. Smart Loader Logic acquires data from various sensors in the loader and controls engine torque based on job requirements.
Comfortable operator environment
A more comfortable ride with a new standard, heated, air-suspension seat that provides enhanced support on rough roads. A large, quiet, pressurized cab provides excellent visibility.
Ease of access
Efficient maintenance with ease of access with large, gull-wing-type engine doors and large steps on each side of the frame and front of the cab.
Advanced joystick steering system (AJSS)
Designed to reduce operator fatigue, the Advanced Joystick Steering System (AJSS) allows wrist and finger control of steering and directional travel.
Specifications
- Full specs
- Standard equipment
- Optional equipment
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Steering System
- Hydraulic pump for steering system: Piston pump
- Capacity for steering system (at rated rpm) (US gpm): 51.5
- Capacity for steering system (at rated rpm) (L/min): 195
- Relief valve setting (psi): 3555
- Relief valve setting (kgf/cm^2): 250
- Hydraulic cylinders type for steering system: Double-acting, piston type
- Relief valve setting (MPa): 24.5
- Number of cylinders in hydraulic cylinders: 2
- Bore x stroke (in): 3.5 x 17.3
- Bore x stroke (mm): 90 x 441
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Loader control
- Hydraulic cylinder type for loader control: Double-acting, piston type
- Hydraulic pump: Piston pump
- Capacity (at rated rpm) (US gpm): 68.7
- Relief valve setting (psi): 4980
- Capacity (at rated rpm) (L/min): 260
- Relief valve setting (Mpa / kgf/cm^2): 34.3 MPa / 350 kgf/cm²
- Number of cylinders: Bore x Stroke:
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Cylinders
- Lift cylinder - 2 (mm): 140 x 881
- Lift cylinder - 2 (in): 5.5 x 34.7
- Bucket cylinder - 1 (mm): 180 x 572
- Bucket cylinder - 1 (in): 7.1 x 22.5
- Control valve: 2-spool type
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Control positions
- Boom: Raise, hold, lower, and float
- Bucket: Tilt-back, hold, and dump
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Hydraulic cycle time (rated load in bucket)
- Raise (s): 6.4
- Dump (s): 1.9
- Lower (Empty) (s): 3.8
- Torque converter: 3-elements, 1-stage, 2-phase
- Type of hydrostatic: Automatic full-powershift, countershaft type
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Travel speed
- Travel speed: Measured with 26.5-R25 tires
- 1st, forward (kph): 7.3
- 1st, forward (mph): 4.5
- 1st, reverse (mph): 4.7
- 1st, reverse (kph): 7.5
- 2nd, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 8.3
- 2nd, forward (kph): 12.7
- 2nd, forward (mph): 7.9
- 2nd, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 13.3
- 2nd, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 8.6
- 2nd, reverse (kph): 13.1
- 2nd, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 13.8
- 2nd, reverse (mph): 8.1
- 3rd, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 14.8
- 3rd, forward (kph): 22.2
- 3rd, forward (mph): 13.8
- 3rd, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 23.8
- 3rd, reverse (kph): 22.9
- 3rd, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 15.2
- 3rd, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 24.5
- 3rd, reverse (mph): 14.2
- 4th, forward (kph): 35.4
- 4th, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 24
- 4th, forward (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 38.5
- 4th, forward (mph): 22
- 4th, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (mph): 24.2
- 4th, reverse (kph): 36.6
- 4th, reverse (mph): 22.7
- 4th, reverse (lock-up clutch ON) (kph): 39
- Cooling system (US gal): 21.4
- Cooling system (L): 81
- Fuel tank (L): 380
- Fuel tank (US gal): 100.4
- Engine (L): 38
- Engine (US gal): 10
- Hydraulic system (US gal): 45.7
- Hydraulic system (L): 173
- Axle front (L): 59
- Axle front (US gal): 15.6
- Axle rear (L): 59
- Axle rear (US gal): 15.6
- Torque converter and transmission (US gal): 17.2
- Torque converter and transmission (L): 65
- DEF tank (US gal): 9.5
- DEF tank (L): 36
- Service brake: Hydraulically actuated, wet disc brakes actuate on four wheels
- Parking brake: Wet disc brake
- Emergency brake: Parking brake is commonly used
- Engine Model: Komatsu SAA6D125E-7*
- Cooling Type: Water-cooled, 4-cycle
- Aspiration: Turbo-charged, after-cooled, cooled EGR
- Number of cylinders in engine: 6
- Bore x stroke of engine (in): 4.9 x 5.9
- Bore x stroke of engine (mm): 125 x 150
- Piston displacement (L): 11.04
- Piston displacement (in^3): 674
- Governor: All-speed, electronic
- Model footnote: *EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified
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Lubrication system
- Method: Gear pump, force-lubrication
- Filter: Full-flow type
- Air cleaner: Dry type with double elements and dust evacuator, plus dust indicator
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Horsepower
- SAEJ1995 - Gross (HP): 301
- SAEJ1995 - Gross (kW): 244
- ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 - Net (HP): 299
- ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 - Net (kW): 223
- Rated RPM: 2 000
- Fan drive method for radiator cooling: Hydraulic
- Fuel system: Direct injection
- Drive System: Four-wheel drive
- Front Axle: Fixed, semi-floating
- Axle Rear: Center-pin support, semi-floating, 26° total oscillation
- Final reduction gear: Planetary gear, single reduction
- Differential gear: Conventional type
- Reduction gear: Spiral bevel gear
- Steering system type: Articulated type, full-hydraulic power steering
- Steering angle: 35° each direction (40° to max end stop)
- Minimum turning radius at the center of outside tire (ft , in): 21 ft. 9 in
- Minimum turning radius at the center of outside tire (mm): 6 630
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Imperial (US)
- 2-spool valve for boom and bucket control
- Alternator, 90 A
- Auto shift transmission with mode select system
- Automatic Digging System
- Automatic hydraulic-driven fan with automatic reverse rotation
- Back-up alarm
- Batteries, 140 Ah/12V (2), 930 CCA
- Battery disconnect with lockout
- Boom Kick-out, in-Cab adjustable
- Bucket Positioner, in-Cab adjustable, 3 positions
- Color rear view camera and monitor
- Counterweight, standard and additional
- Electronically Controlled Suspension System (ECSS)
- Engine, Komatsu SAA6D125E-7 diesel
- Engine shut-off system, electric
- EPC fingertip controls with F-N-R switch, two levers
- Equipment Management Monitoring System (EMMS)
- Lights (central warning, brake oil pressure, Engine oil pressure, parking brake, cooling fan reverse, KDPF restriction, seat belt caution, Komtrax message)
- Gauges (Engine water temperature, ecology, fuel level, DEF level, hydraulic oil temperature, speedometer/tachometer) - Front fenders
- Fuel pre-filter with water separator
- Horn, electric
- Integrated Load Meter (2 lever only)
- Komatsu SmartLoader Logic
- Komatsu Auto Idle Shutdown
- KOMTRAX® Level 5
- Lift cylinders and bucket cylinder
- Lights
- Back-up light, LED
- Stop and tail light, LED
- Turn signal lamps, 2 front and 2 rear with hazard switch
- Working lights, halogen, 2 front Cab mount
- Working lights, halogen, 2 front fender mount
- Working lights, halogen, 2 rear grill mount - Loader linkage with standard lift arm
- Lock-up torque converter
- Parking brake, electric
- Radiator, wider core
- Radiator mask, swing out
- Rear full fenders
- Rear view mirrors, outside (2) inside (2)
- Rims for 26.5-25 Tires
- ROPS/FOPS Cab Level 2
- 2 x DC12V electrical outlets
- Ashtray
- Auto air conditioner
- Cigarette lighter, 24V
- Color LCD/TFT multi-monitor
- Cup holder
- Floor mat
- Operator seat, reclining, air suspension type, heated
- Radio, AM/FM with AUX input jack
- Rear defroster, electric
- Seatbelt, 2-point retractable, 76mm 3" width
- Space for Lunch box
- Steering wheel, tilt and telescopic
- Sun visor, front window
- Windshield washer and wiper, front with intermittent
- Windshield washer and wiper, rear - Service brakes, wet disc type
- Starting motor, 7.5 kW
- Transmission, 4 forward and 4 reverse
- Vandalism protection kit, padlocks for battery box (2)
- 2-spool valve for boom and bucket control
- Alternator, 90 A
- Auto shift transmission with mode select system
- Automatic Digging System
- Automatic hydraulic-driven fan with automatic reverse rotation
- Back-up alarm
- Batteries, 140 Ah/12V (2), 930 CCA
- Battery disconnect with lockout
- Boom Kick-out, in-Cab adjustable
- Bucket Positioner, in-Cab adjustable, 3 positions
- Color rear view camera and monitor
- Counterweight, standard and additional
- Electronically Controlled Suspension System (ECSS)
- Engine, Komatsu SAA6D125E-7 diesel
- Engine shut-off system, electric
- EPC fingertip controls with F-N-R switch, two levers
- Equipment Management Monitoring System (EMMS)
- Lights (central warning, brake oil pressure, Engine oil pressure, parking brake, cooling fan reverse, KDPF restriction, seat belt caution, Komtrax message)
- Gauges (Engine water temperature, ecology, fuel level, DEF level, hydraulic oil temperature, speedometer/tachometer) - Front fenders
- Fuel pre-filter with water separator
- Horn, electric
- Integrated Load Meter (2 lever only)
- Komatsu SmartLoader Logic
- Komatsu Auto Idle Shutdown
- KOMTRAX® Level 5
- Lift cylinders and bucket cylinder
- Lights
- Back-up light, LED
- Stop and tail light, LED
- Turn signal lamps, 2 front and 2 rear with hazard switch
- Working lights, halogen, 2 front Cab mount
- Working lights, halogen, 2 front fender mount
- Working lights, halogen, 2 rear grill mount - Loader linkage with standard lift arm
- Lock-up torque converter
- Parking brake, electric
- Radiator, wider core
- Radiator mask, swing out
- Rear full fenders
- Rear view mirrors, outside (2) inside (2)
- Rims for 26.5-25 Tires
- ROPS/FOPS Cab Level 2
- 2 x DC12V electrical outlets
- Ashtray
- Auto air conditioner
- Cigarette lighter, 24V
- Color LCD/TFT multi-monitor
- Cup holder
- Floor mat
- Operator seat, reclining, air suspension type, heated
- Radio, AM/FM with AUX input jack
- Rear defroster, electric
- Seatbelt, 2-point retractable, 76mm 3" width
- Space for Lunch box
- Steering wheel, tilt and telescopic
- Sun visor, front window
- Windshield washer and wiper, front with intermittent
- Windshield washer and wiper, rear - Service brakes, wet disc type
- Starting motor, 7.5 kW
- Transmission, 4 forward and 4 reverse
- Vandalism protection kit, padlocks for battery box (2)
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- Advanced Joystick Steering System (AJSS)
- Auto Lube System
- Auxiliary steering (SAE)
- Block heater and oil pan heater
- Cutting edge (bolt-on type)
- Engine pre-cleaner with extension
- Limited slip differential (F&R)
- Load Meter Printer (2 lever only)
- Monolever loader control with transmission F-N-R switch (not compatible with AJSS)
- Various tire options, radial and bias
- Various bucket options
- Advanced Joystick Steering System (AJSS)
- Auto Lube System
- Auxiliary steering (SAE)
- Block heater and oil pan heater
- Cutting edge (bolt-on type)
- Engine pre-cleaner with extension
- Limited slip differential (F&R)
- Load Meter Printer (2 lever only)
- Monolever loader control with transmission F-N-R switch (not compatible with AJSS)
- Various tire options, radial and bias
- Various bucket options
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