Key specifications for the Komatsu W 170 Wheel Loader (1979-1981) include typical weight at 42,064 lb (19.1 t) together with above-average bucket capacity at 4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³). Its published engine power is 239 hp (178 kW).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1979-1981
Weight: 42,064 lb (19.1 t)Engine power: 239 hp (178 kW)Bucket capacity: 4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)Travel speed: 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
42,064 lb (19.1 t)Weight
239 hp (178 kW)Engine power
4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)Bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
2,500 rpmEngine speed at max torque
9.48 ft (2.89 m)Transport width
10.2 ft (3.1 m)Bucket width
10.6 ft (3.24 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Weight
Average
42,064 lb (19.1 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is close to the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Above average
4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Transport width
Above average
9.48 ft (2.89 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is above the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
10.6 ft (3.24 m)
Low 7.71 ft (2.35 m)Typical 11.1 ft (3.38 m)High 18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Transport length
Average
24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Low 14.9 ft (4.55 m)Typical 25.2 ft (7.69 m)High 49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Transport length is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Komatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | W 170 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1979-1981 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power239 hp (178 kW)
Engine speed at max torque2,500 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.2 ft (3.1 m)
Transport height10.6 ft (3.24 m)
Transport length24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Transport width9.48 ft (2.89 m)
Outside turning radius23.6 ft (7.18 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
Weight42,064 lb (19.1 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Engine manufacturerKomatsu
Engine typeZU 8MAI
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres23.5-25-20 PR (L3)
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesW
