Key specifications for the Komatsu wa480 5 Wheel Loader (2001-2005) include high engine power at 271 hp (202 kW) together with high weight at 56,549 lb (25.6 t). Another useful figure is bucket capacity at 5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2001-2005
Weight: 56,549 lb (25.6 t)Engine power: 271 hp (202 kW)Bucket capacity: 5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)
56,549 lb (25.6 t)Weight
271 hp (202 kW)Engine power
5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)Bucket capacity
8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
607 lbf (2.7 kN)Lifting Force
22.2 mph (35.8 km/h)Travel speed
2,000 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
271 hp (202 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
56,549 lb (25.6 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
High
5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Low
607 lbf (2.7 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
22.2 mph (35.8 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
Above average
9.75 ft (2.97 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.
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 conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Komatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | wa480 5 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2001-2005 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power271 hp (202 kW)
Lifting Force607 lbf (2.7 kN)
Engine speed at max torque2,000 rpm
Travel speed22.2 mph (35.8 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.4 ft (3.17 m)
Maximum discharge height10.4 ft (3.17 m)
Transport height11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Transport length29.8 ft (9.08 m)
Transport width9.75 ft (2.97 m)
Outside turning radius22.9 ft (6.98 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity5.49 yd³ (4.2 m³)
Weight56,549 lb (25.6 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement2.92 US gal (11 L)
Engine manufacturerKomatsu
Engine typeSAA6D114E-3
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5 R 25 L 3
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesWA
Steering modeKL
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