The Komatsu wa 450 1 Wheel Loader (1987-1994) stands out for above-average engine power at 237 hp (177 kW), while typical weight comes in at 42,384 lb (19.2 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1987-1994
Weight: 42,384 lb (19.2 t)Engine power: 237 hp (177 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
42,384 lb (19.2 t)Weight
237 hp (177 kW)Engine power
4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
3.92 yd³ (3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
21.1 mph (34 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
9.3 ft (2.83 m)Transport width
10 ft (3.05 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
237 hp (177 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Average
42,384 lb (19.2 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.
Maximum bucket capacity
Below average
4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Average
3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
21.1 mph (34 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 close to the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
9.3 ft (2.83 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 close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
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 | wa 450 1 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1987-1994 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power237 hp (177 kW)
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed21.1 mph (34 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10 ft (3.05 m)
Maximum discharge height10.1 ft (3.06 m)
Transport height11.4 ft (3.48 m)
Transport length27.7 ft (8.43 m)
Transport width9.3 ft (2.83 m)
Outside turning radius20.6 ft (6.27 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
Weight42,384 lb (19.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement2.91 US gal (11 L)
Engine manufacturerKomatsu
Engine typeS6D125
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres23.5-25-16 PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesWA
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