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Komatsu WA480-6A VS Cat 966H Wheel Loader

Komatsu WA480-6A
  • Engine
    Komatsu 300 HP
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    Bucket
    3.8 – 6.1 m³
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    Weight
    25155 kg
  • Fwd. Speed
    36.3 km/h
  • dumping height loader
    Dump Height
    3205 mm
  • tipping load
    Tripping Load
    17125 kg
Price Available Soon*
Medium (15-30 Ton)
Cat 966H
  • Engine
    Cat 281 HP
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    Bucket
    3.40-4.60 m³
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    Weight
    23125 kg
  • Fwd. Speed
    37.4 km/h
  • dumping height loader
    Dump Height
    3058 mm
  • tipping load
    Tripping Load
    14028 kg
Price Available Soon*
Medium (15-30 Ton)

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Key Highlights Komatsu WA480-6ACat 966H
Komatsu WA480-6A VS Cat 966H Wheel Loader
Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader price
Komatsu WA480-6A
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Cat 966H Wheel Loader Price in India
Cat 966H
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Particulars Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Overview Summary

Comparing the Komatsu WA480-6A and Cat 966H, the Komatsu edges out with higher engine power and larger load handling capabilities while the Cat 966H offers superior torque and transmission features. Both machines are designed to meet the heavy demands of construction and mining work with comparable wheelbases and tire sizes.

Komatsu WA480-6A

Pros:
  • Higher engine power at 300 HP
  • Slightly better top forward and reverse speeds
  • More advanced emission standards with EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
  • Larger fuel and hydraulic system capacities
  • Higher tipping load both straight and at full turn
  • Larger bucket capacity range
  • Higher maximum breakout force
  • Optional AC Cabin
Cons:
  • Lower maximum torque (NA) as compared to Cat 966H
  • Less efficient service brake system with wet multiple-disc brakes
  • Heavier operating weight

Cat 966H

Pros:
  • High torque engine with 1299 Nm
  • Advanced transmission with Cat Planetary Power Shift and a lock-up clutch
  • Fully enclosed wet-disc service brake system and spring-applied caliper parking brake
  • More efficient alternator at 115A
  • Higher steering angle for better maneuverability
  • Greater roll back angles for better material retention
  • AC Cabin comes standard
  • Slightly lighter operating weight for its configuration
Cons:
  • Lower engine power at 281 HP
  • Smaller bucket capacity range
  • Slightly lower breakout force
  • Fuel tank capacity smaller than the Komatsu model

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

The appropriate choice between Komatsu WA480-6A and Cat 966H would depend on the specific needs of your project. If engine power and load capacity are most crucial, the Komatsu WA480-6A might be more suitable. However, if torque, transmission efficiency, and standard cabin features are prioritized, the Cat 966H would be a compelling option.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Brand L&T Komatsu Caterpillar
Type Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
Ex-Showroom Price Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
Engine Komatsu 300 HP Cat 281 HP
Bucket 3.8 – 6.1 m³ 3.40-4.60 m³
Weight 25155 kg 23125 kg
Max. Forward Speed 36.3 km/h 37.4 km/h
Dump Height 3205 mm 3058 mm
Tripping Load 17125 kg 14028 kg
Quick Overview:

With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors.

With robust design, the Cat 966H Wheel Loader excels in India’s heavy-duty construction and mining operations.
Overview Summary

Comparing the Komatsu WA480-6A and Cat 966H, the Komatsu edges out with higher engine power and larger load handling capabilities while the Cat 966H offers superior torque and transmission features. Both machines are designed to meet the heavy demands of construction and mining work with comparable wheelbases and tire sizes.

Komatsu WA480-6A

Pros:
  • Higher engine power at 300 HP
  • Slightly better top forward and reverse speeds
  • More advanced emission standards with EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
  • Larger fuel and hydraulic system capacities
  • Higher tipping load both straight and at full turn
  • Larger bucket capacity range
  • Higher maximum breakout force
  • Optional AC Cabin
Cons:
  • Lower maximum torque (NA) as compared to Cat 966H
  • Less efficient service brake system with wet multiple-disc brakes
  • Heavier operating weight

Cat 966H

Pros:
  • High torque engine with 1299 Nm
  • Advanced transmission with Cat Planetary Power Shift and a lock-up clutch
  • Fully enclosed wet-disc service brake system and spring-applied caliper parking brake
  • More efficient alternator at 115A
  • Higher steering angle for better maneuverability
  • Greater roll back angles for better material retention
  • AC Cabin comes standard
  • Slightly lighter operating weight for its configuration
Cons:
  • Lower engine power at 281 HP
  • Smaller bucket capacity range
  • Slightly lower breakout force
  • Fuel tank capacity smaller than the Komatsu model

Pros:
Cons:

Closing Recommendation

The appropriate choice between Komatsu WA480-6A and Cat 966H would depend on the specific needs of your project. If engine power and load capacity are most crucial, the Komatsu WA480-6A might be more suitable. However, if torque, transmission efficiency, and standard cabin features are prioritized, the Cat 966H would be a compelling option.

Price, Technical Specifications & Features

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Brand
L&T Komatsu Caterpillar
Type
Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
Ex-Showroom Price
Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
Engine
Komatsu 300 HP Cat 281 HP
Bucket
3.8 – 6.1 m³ 3.40-4.60 m³
Weight
25155 kg 23125 kg
Fwd. Speed
36.3 km/h 37.4 km/h
Dump Height
3205 mm 3058 mm
Tripping Load
17125 kg 14028 kg
Quick Overview:

With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors.

With robust design, the Cat 966H Wheel Loader excels in India’s heavy-duty construction and mining operations.

Key Highlights

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Engine Make Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C11 ACERT™
Max Torque NA 1299 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Fuel Tank 413 L 380 L
Hydraulic System 260 L/min 320 L/min
Min. Ground Clearance 525 mm 434 mm
Payload NA NA
Steering Angle ±35° ±40°
Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
Wheelbase 3450 mm 3450 mm
Tyres 26.5-25 tires 26.5-25 tires
Max. Breakout Force 212 kN 185 KN
Overall Length 9170 mm 8693 mm
Warranty 1 Yr. / 3000 hr. 1 Year
AC Cabin Optional Standard
GPS Standard Standard

Key Highlights

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Engine Make
Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C11 ACERT™
Max Torque
NA 1299 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Fuel Tank
413 L 380 L
Hydraulic System
260 L/min 320 L/min
Min. Ground Clearance
525 mm 434 mm
Payload
NA NA
Steering Angle
±35° ±40°
Drive Type
4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
Wheelbase
3450 mm 3450 mm
Tyres
26.5-25 tires 26.5-25 tires
Max. Breakout Force
212 kN 185 KN
Overall Length
9170 mm 8693 mm
Warranty
1 Yr. / 3000 hr. 1 Year
AC Cabin
Optional Standard
GPS
Standard Standard

Specifications

Engine

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Engine Make Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C11 ACERT™
Engine Type Water-cooled; 4-cycle 4-stroke; turbocharged; air-to-air aftercooled diesel engine
Aspiration cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled Tubocharged
Emission EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA EPA Tier 3; EU Stage III
Max Torque NA 1299 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Max Power 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm 281 HP (209 kW) @ 1800 rpm
Piston Displacement 11.04 L 11.1 L
No Of Cylinders 6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
Battery 12V x 2 / 136 Ah 2 x 12V / 1400 CCA
Alternator 24V / 50A 24V / 115A

Power Train

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Transmission Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type Cat Planetary Power Shift Transmission
Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
Torque Converter 3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase Single-stage; hydrodynamic with a lock-up clutch.

Brakes

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Service Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels Hydraulic; fully enclosed wet-disc brakes
Parking Wet multiple-disc brake Spring-applied; pressure-released caliper disc brake

Steering System

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Type Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering
Steering-Angle ±35° ±40°

Axles And Final Drive

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Front Axle Fixed - semi-floating Fixed
Rear Axle Center-pin support & semi-floating Oscillating
Oscillating Angle ±13° ±13°

Speed

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Max. Forward Speed 36.3 km/h 37.4 km/h
Max. Reverse Speed 37.4 km/h 37.4 km/h

Hydraulic System

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
System Type Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System Load-Sensing Hydraulic System
Pump Type Piston pump Variable Displacement Piston
Maximum Pump Flow 260 L/min 320 L/min
System Pressure 343 bar 310 bar

Special Refill Capacities

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Fuel Tank 413 L 380 L
Hydraulic System 173 L NA
Engine Oil 38 L 35 L
Cooling System 61 L 39 L
Rear Axle Oil 59 L 64 L
Front Axle Oil 59 L 64 L
Hydraulic Tank NA 110 L
Transmission Oil 65 L 44 L
Def Tank NA NA

Dimensions

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Overall Length With Bucket 9170 mm 8693 mm
Wheel Base 3450 mm 3450 mm
Height Over Cab 3500 mm 3575 mm
Height Over Exhaust NA 3524 mm
Min Grond Clearance 525 mm 434 mm
Width Over Tyres 3010 mm 3012 mm
Wheel Tread 2300 mm 2230 mm
Tyre Size 26.5-25 tires 26.5-25 tires

Performance

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Bucket Capacity 3.8 – 6.1 m³ 3.40-4.60 m³
Bucket Width 3170 mm 3220 mm
Payload NA NA
Tipping Load Straight 20030 kg 16024 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn 17125 kg 14028 kg
Max. Breakout Force 212 kN 185 KN
Operating Weight 25005 - 25155 kg 23125 kg
Max Dump Angle 45° 48.2°
Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height NA 61°
Bucket Roll Back At Carry NA 50°
Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level NA 42°
Dumping Height, Fully Raised 3205 mm 3058 mm
Dumping Reach, Fully Raised 1410 mm 1334 mm
Max. Hinge Pin Height 4505 mm 4235 mm
Max. Digging Depth 90 mm 124 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres NA 6761 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket NA 7366 mm

Specifications

Engine

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Engine Make
Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C11 ACERT™
Engine Type
Water-cooled; 4-cycle 4-stroke; turbocharged; air-to-air aftercooled diesel engine
Aspiration
cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled Tubocharged
Emission
EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA EPA Tier 3; EU Stage III
Max Torque
NA 1299 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Max Power
300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm 281 HP (209 kW) @ 1800 rpm
Piston Displacement
11.04 L 11.1 L
No Of Cylinders
6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
Battery
12V x 2 / 136 Ah 2 x 12V / 1400 CCA
Alternator
24V / 50A 24V / 115A

Power Train

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Transmission
Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type Cat Planetary Power Shift Transmission
Drive Type
4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
Torque Converter
3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase Single-stage; hydrodynamic with a lock-up clutch.

Brakes

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Service
Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels Hydraulic; fully enclosed wet-disc brakes
Parking
Wet multiple-disc brake Spring-applied; pressure-released caliper disc brake

Steering System

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Type
Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering
Steering-Angle
±35° ±40°

Speed

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Max. Forward Speed
36.3 km/h 37.4 km/h
Max. Reverse Speed
37.4 km/h 37.4 km/h

Axles And Final Drive

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Front Axle
Fixed - semi-floating Fixed
Rear Axle
Center-pin support & semi-floating Oscillating
Oscillating Angle
±13° ±13°

Hydraulics System

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
System Type
Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System Load-Sensing Hydraulic System
Pump Type
Piston pump Variable Displacement Piston
Maximum Pump Flow
260 L/min 320 L/min
System Pressure
343 bar 310 bar

Tyres

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Size
Not Available Not Available

Special Refill Cpacities

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Fuel Tank
413 L 380 L
Hydraulic System
173 L NA
Engine Oil
38 L 35 L
Cooling System
61 L 39 L
Rear Axle Oil
59 L 64 L
Front Axle Oil
59 L 64 L
Hydraulic Tank
NA 110 L
Transmission Oil
65 L 44 L
Def Tank
NA NA

Dimensions

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Overall Length With Bucket
9170 mm 8693 mm
Wheel Base
3450 mm 3450 mm
Height Over Cab
3500 mm 3575 mm
Height Over Exhaust
NA 3524 mm
Min Grond Clearance
525 mm 434 mm
Width Over Tyres
3010 mm 3012 mm
Wheel Tread
2300 mm 2230 mm
Tyre Size
26.5-25 tires 26.5-25 tires

Performance

Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 966H
Bucket Capacity
3.8 – 6.1 m³ 3.40-4.60 m³
Bucket Width
3170 mm 3220 mm
Payload
NA NA
Tipping Load Straight
20030 kg 16024 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
17125 kg 14028 kg
Max. Breakout Force
212 kN 185 KN
Operating Weight
25005 - 25155 kg 23125 kg
Max Dump Angle
45° 48.2°
Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height
NA 61°
Bucket Roll Back At Carry
NA 50°
Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level
NA 42°
Dumping Height, Fully Raised
3205 mm 3058 mm
Dumping Reach, Fully Raised
1410 mm 1334 mm
Max. Hinge Pin Height
4505 mm 4235 mm
Max. Digging Depth
90 mm 124 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
NA 6761 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
NA 7366 mm

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