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    Komatsu WA480-6A VS Cat 980L Wheel Loader

    Komatsu WA480-6A
    Price Available Soon*

    Komatsu WA480-6A

    • Engine

      Komatsu 300 HP

    • Bucket

      3.8 – 6.1 m³

    • Weight

      25155 kg

    • Fwd. Speed

      36.3 km/h

    • Dump Height

      3205 mm

    • Tripping Load

      17125 kg
    Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Cat 980L
    Price Available Soon*

    Cat 980L

    • Engine

      Cat 412 HP

    • Bucket

      4.2-12.2 m³

    • Weight

      30090 kg

    • Fwd. Speed

      39.5 km/h

    • Dump Height

      3273 mm

    • Tripping Load

      19565 kg
    Medium (15-30 Ton)

    Add Equipment

    The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before making any final decision.

    Key Highlights Komatsu WA480-6ACat 980L
    Komatsu WA480-6A VS Cat 980L Wheel Loader
    Komatsu WA480 Specs
    Komatsu WA480-6A

    Price Available Soon

    CAT 980 Loader Price
    Cat 980L

    Price Available Soon

    Particulars Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L

    Cat 980L vs Komatsu WA480-6A: Which One Should You Buy?

    Both are big wheel loaders. Both load trucks fast and work hard all day. The tables below give you all the numbers. The real question is which one is right for your work. The Cat 980L has more engine power and takes a bigger bucket. It fills a large truck in fewer passes. This helps if you load many trucks every day, like in a big quarry, a port, or a large mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and easier to turn. It uses less fuel. It is a good choice for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you move a lot but not the heaviest loads.

    Before you buy, think about a few simple things. How near is the service centre? How fast can you get parts when the machine stops? How much fuel will it burn each month? Will it be easy to sell after some years? For a fleet or an EPC company, these things decide your real cost, not just the HP number. You can see both machines and more in the full wheel loader range, and read our wheel loader buying guide to pick the right size.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Equipped with a 300 HP Komatsu engine suitable for construction and mining
    • Engine meets EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA emission standards
    • Articulated steering with a 35° steering angle for better maneuverability
    • Hydraulically actuated wet multiple-disc brakes on four wheels for effective stopping power
    • Provides options for bucket capacity ranging from 3.8 to 6.1 cubic meters

    Cons:

    • Less horsepower compared to the Cat 980L
    • Lower tipping load capacities both straight and full turn
    • AC cabin is optional, which could be a downside for operators seeking comfort in standard features

    Cat 980L Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power with 412 HP from a Cat C13 ACERT engine
    • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards
    • Larger bucket capacity options up to 12.2 cubic meters
    • Higher tipping load capacities indicating potentially higher productivity
    • AC cabin comes as a standard feature

    Cons:

    • Heavier operating weight could affect fuel consumption and mobility
    • Requires a higher capacity to handle the maximum bucket size offered
    • Greater width over tires might reduce maneuverability in tighter spaces

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    Think about the work your machine will do most days. The Cat 980L has more power and takes a bigger bucket, so it fills large trucks in fewer passes and keeps up in a busy quarry, port, or mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and turns easily and sips less fuel, so it fits tight yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work. Also check how near the service centre is, how fast you can get parts, how easy each is for your drivers, and how well it will sell later. So match the machine to your work: Cat 980L for heavy, high-volume truck loading, Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter, mixed jobs with lighter loads.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Brand L&T Komatsu Wheel loader Caterpillar Wheel loader
    Type Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Factory Price (GST incl.) Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine Komatsu 300 HP Cat 412 HP
    Bucket 3.8 – 6.1 m³ 4.2-12.2 m³
    Weight 25155 kg 30090 kg
    Max. Forward Speed 36.3 km/h 39.5 km/h
    Dump Height 3205 mm 3273 mm
    Tripping Load 17125 kg 19565 kg
    Quick Overview:

    With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors, making this wheel loader ideal for heavy-duty material handling applications.

    Designed for heavy-duty tasks, the Cat 980L wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and industrial sectors, positioning the wheel loader as a dependable solution for high-performance operations.

    Cat 980L vs Komatsu WA480-6A: Which One Should You Buy?

    Both are big wheel loaders. Both load trucks fast and work hard all day. The tables below give you all the numbers. The real question is which one is right for your work. The Cat 980L has more engine power and takes a bigger bucket. It fills a large truck in fewer passes. This helps if you load many trucks every day, like in a big quarry, a port, or a large mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and easier to turn. It uses less fuel. It is a good choice for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you move a lot but not the heaviest loads.

    Before you buy, think about a few simple things. How near is the service centre? How fast can you get parts when the machine stops? How much fuel will it burn each month? Will it be easy to sell after some years? For a fleet or an EPC company, these things decide your real cost, not just the HP number. You can see both machines and more in the full wheel loader range, and read our wheel loader buying guide to pick the right size.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Equipped with a 300 HP Komatsu engine suitable for construction and mining
    • Engine meets EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA emission standards
    • Articulated steering with a 35° steering angle for better maneuverability
    • Hydraulically actuated wet multiple-disc brakes on four wheels for effective stopping power
    • Provides options for bucket capacity ranging from 3.8 to 6.1 cubic meters

    Cons:

    • Less horsepower compared to the Cat 980L
    • Lower tipping load capacities both straight and full turn
    • AC cabin is optional, which could be a downside for operators seeking comfort in standard features

    Cat 980L Wheel Loader

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power with 412 HP from a Cat C13 ACERT engine
    • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards
    • Larger bucket capacity options up to 12.2 cubic meters
    • Higher tipping load capacities indicating potentially higher productivity
    • AC cabin comes as a standard feature

    Cons:

    • Heavier operating weight could affect fuel consumption and mobility
    • Requires a higher capacity to handle the maximum bucket size offered
    • Greater width over tires might reduce maneuverability in tighter spaces

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    Think about the work your machine will do most days. The Cat 980L has more power and takes a bigger bucket, so it fills large trucks in fewer passes and keeps up in a busy quarry, port, or mine. The Komatsu WA480-6A is lighter and turns easily and sips less fuel, so it fits tight yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work. Also check how near the service centre is, how fast you can get parts, how easy each is for your drivers, and how well it will sell later. So match the machine to your work: Cat 980L for heavy, high-volume truck loading, Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter, mixed jobs with lighter loads.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Brand
    L&T Komatsu Wheel loader Caterpillar Wheel loader
    Type
    Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Factory Price (GST incl.)
    Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine
    Komatsu 300 HP Cat 412 HP
    Bucket
    3.8 – 6.1 m³ 4.2-12.2 m³
    Weight
    25155 kg 30090 kg
    Fwd. Speed
    36.3 km/h 39.5 km/h
    Dump Height
    3205 mm 3273 mm
    Tripping Load
    17125 kg 19565 kg
    Quick Overview:

    With enhanced load capacity, the Komatsu WA480-6A wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and mining sectors, making this wheel loader ideal for heavy-duty material handling applications.

    Designed for heavy-duty tasks, the Cat 980L wheel loader meets the rigorous demands of India’s construction and industrial sectors, positioning the wheel loader as a dependable solution for high-performance operations.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Engine Make Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C13 ACERT
    Max Torque NA 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm
    Fuel Tank 413 L 426 L
    Hydraulic System 260 L/min 449 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance 525 mm 453 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Steering Angle ±35° ±40°
    Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase 3450 mm 3800 mm
    Tyres 26.5-25 tires 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4
    Max. Breakout Force 212 kN 226 kN
    Overall Length 9170 mm 9493 mm
    Warranty 1 Yr. / 3000 hr. 1 Year
    AC Cabin Optional Standard
    GPS Standard Standard

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Engine Make
    Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C13 ACERT
    Max Torque
    NA 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm
    Fuel Tank
    413 L 426 L
    Hydraulic System
    260 L/min 449 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance
    525 mm 453 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Steering Angle
    ±35° ±40°
    Drive Type
    4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase
    3450 mm 3800 mm
    Tyres
    26.5-25 tires 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4
    Max. Breakout Force
    212 kN 226 kN
    Overall Length
    9170 mm 9493 mm
    Warranty
    1 Yr. / 3000 hr. 1 Year
    AC Cabin
    Optional Standard
    GPS
    Standard Standard

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Engine Make Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C13 ACERT
    Engine Type Water-cooled; 4-cycle 4-stroke; turbocharged; inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with ACERT™ technology
    Aspiration cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled Tubocharged
    Emission EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV
    Max Torque NA 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm
    Max Power 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm 412 HP (303 kW) @ 1800 rpm
    Piston Displacement 11.04 L 12.5 L
    No Of Cylinders 6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery 12V x 2 / 136 Ah 2 x 12V / 1400 CCA
    Alternator 24V / 50A 24V / 145A

    Power Train

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    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 torque converter with lock-up clutch

    Brakes

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Service Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels Wet; multi-disc; hydraulic-actuated; oil-cooled brakes on both axles.
    Parking Wet multiple-disc brake Spring-applied; hydraulically released; external caliper disc brake.

    Steering System

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Type Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering
    Steering-Angle ±35° ±40°

    Axles And Final Drive

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Front Axle Fixed - semi-floating Fixed
    Rear Axle Center-pin support & semi-floating Oscillating
    Oscillating Angle ±13° ±13°

    Speed

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Max. Forward Speed 36.3 km/h 39.5 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed 37.4 km/h 39.5 km/h

    Hydraulic System

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    System Type Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System Load-Sensing Hydraulic System
    Pump Type Piston pump Variable Displacement Piston
    Maximum Pump Flow 260 L/min 449 L/min
    System Pressure 343 bar 343 bar

    Special Refill Capacities

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Fuel Tank 413 L 426 L
    Hydraulic System 173 L NA
    Engine Oil 38 L 37 L
    Cooling System 61 L 45 L
    Rear Axle Oil 59 L 84 L
    Front Axle Oil 59 L 84 L
    Hydraulic Tank NA 153 L
    Transmission Oil 65 L 77 L
    Def Tank NA NA

    Dimensions

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Overall Length With Bucket 9170 mm 9493 mm
    Wheel Base 3450 mm 3800 mm
    Height Over Cab 3500 mm 3813 mm
    Height Over Exhaust NA 3746 mm
    Min Grond Clearance 525 mm 453 mm
    Width Over Tyres 3010 mm 3296 mm
    Wheel Tread 2300 mm 2440 mm
    Tyre Size 26.5-25 tires 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4

    Performance

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Bucket Capacity 3.8 – 6.1 m³ 4.2-12.2 m³
    Bucket Width 3170 mm 3447 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight 20030 kg 22639 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn 17125 kg 19565 kg
    Max. Breakout Force 212 kN 226 kN
    Operating Weight 25005 - 25155 kg 30090 kg
    Max Dump Angle 45° 52°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height NA 61°
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry NA 48°
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level NA 40°
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised 3205 mm 3273 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised 1410 mm 1481 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height 4505 mm 4539 mm
    Max. Digging Depth 90 mm 103 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres NA NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket NA NA

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Engine Make
    Komatsu SAA6D125E-5 Cat® C13 ACERT
    Engine Type
    Water-cooled; 4-cycle 4-stroke; turbocharged; inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with ACERT™ technology
    Aspiration
    cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled Tubocharged
    Emission
    EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV
    Max Torque
    NA 2040 Nm @ 1000 rpm
    Max Power
    300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm 412 HP (303 kW) @ 1800 rpm
    Piston Displacement
    11.04 L 12.5 L
    No Of Cylinders
    6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery
    12V x 2 / 136 Ah 2 x 12V / 1400 CCA
    Alternator
    24V / 50A 24V / 145A

    Power Train

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    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 torque converter with lock-up clutch

    Brakes

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Service
    Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels Wet; multi-disc; hydraulic-actuated; oil-cooled brakes on both axles.
    Parking
    Wet multiple-disc brake Spring-applied; hydraulically released; external caliper disc brake.

    Steering System

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Type
    Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering
    Steering-Angle
    ±35° ±40°

    Speed

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Max. Forward Speed
    36.3 km/h 39.5 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed
    37.4 km/h 39.5 km/h

    Axles And Final Drive

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Front Axle
    Fixed - semi-floating Fixed
    Rear Axle
    Center-pin support & semi-floating Oscillating
    Oscillating Angle
    ±13° ±13°

    Hydraulics System

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    System Type
    Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System Load-Sensing Hydraulic System
    Pump Type
    Piston pump Variable Displacement Piston
    Maximum Pump Flow
    260 L/min 449 L/min
    System Pressure
    343 bar 343 bar

    Tyres

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Size
    Not Available Not Available

    Special Refill Cpacities

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Fuel Tank
    413 L 426 L
    Hydraulic System
    173 L NA
    Engine Oil
    38 L 37 L
    Cooling System
    61 L 45 L
    Rear Axle Oil
    59 L 84 L
    Front Axle Oil
    59 L 84 L
    Hydraulic Tank
    NA 153 L
    Transmission Oil
    65 L 77 L
    Def Tank
    NA NA

    Dimensions

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Overall Length With Bucket
    9170 mm 9493 mm
    Wheel Base
    3450 mm 3800 mm
    Height Over Cab
    3500 mm 3813 mm
    Height Over Exhaust
    NA 3746 mm
    Min Grond Clearance
    525 mm 453 mm
    Width Over Tyres
    3010 mm 3296 mm
    Wheel Tread
    2300 mm 2440 mm
    Tyre Size
    26.5-25 tires 29.5R25 XLDD1 L4

    Performance

    Komatsu WA480-6A Cat 980L
    Bucket Capacity
    3.8 – 6.1 m³ 4.2-12.2 m³
    Bucket Width
    3170 mm 3447 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight
    20030 kg 22639 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn
    17125 kg 19565 kg
    Max. Breakout Force
    212 kN 226 kN
    Operating Weight
    25005 - 25155 kg 30090 kg
    Max Dump Angle
    45° 52°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height
    NA 61°
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry
    NA 48°
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level
    NA 40°
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised
    3205 mm 3273 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised
    1410 mm 1481 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height
    4505 mm 4539 mm
    Max. Digging Depth
    90 mm 103 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres
    NA NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket
    NA NA

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    Frequently Asked Question

    Ans.

    The Komatsu WA480-6A usually uses less fuel. It has a smaller engine and weighs less, so it burns less diesel to do the same moving work. The Cat 980L has more power, so it drinks more fuel, but it also fills a bigger bucket in one pass. If you count fuel by the tonne of material moved, the two get closer. For lighter, mixed work the Komatsu will cost you less at the pump.

    Ans.

    Both sell well, because Cat and Komatsu are trusted names in India. A clean, well-serviced machine with full papers always sells faster. The Cat 980L has a strong buyer base in quarries and mines. The Komatsu WA480-6A is wanted by contractors who like lower running cost. Keep your service records and the machine in good shape, and either one will sell at a fair price.

    Ans.

    Both brands have wide dealer networks in India, so parts and service are not a problem in most areas. The real question is which dealer is nearer to your site. Call the Cat dealer and the Komatsu dealer close to you. Ask how fast they send a service man and how quickly common parts arrive. For a big machine, one day of waiting for a part can stop a lot of work. Pick the brand whose support is closer and faster for you.

    Ans.

    Pick the Cat 980L if you load heavy material into big trucks all day, like in a large quarry, mine, or port. Its extra power and bigger bucket finish more loads in a day. Pick the Komatsu WA480-6A for tighter yards, ready-mix plants, and mixed site work where you turn a lot and want lower fuel cost. Match the machine to your daily job, not just to the highest number on paper.

    Ans.

    Yes, very easily. Banks, finance companies, and the brand dealers all give loans for big wheel loaders. Many also offer lease plans, which suit EPC companies and fleet owners who want the machine only for one project. How much you pay each month depends on your down payment and your loan record. Ask two or three lenders and compare before you decide.

    Ans.

    It depends on your sites and your service support. Many fleet and EPC buyers keep both. They use the Cat 980L on the big, heavy jobs and the Komatsu WA480-6A on lighter, tighter sites to save fuel. If you must pick one brand for the whole fleet, choose the one with the nearer dealer and faster parts, so downtime stays low across all your machines.

    Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L - Compare Price & Availability Across 600+ Locations in India

    Compare Komatsu WA480-6A Vs Cat 980L price and availability across all major cities in India including Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Indore, Jaipur, Guwahati, and 600+ more locations.

    Maharashtra
    26 cities

    • Mumbai

    • Pune

    • Nagpur

    • Navi Mumbai

    • Thane

    • Nashik

    • Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)

    • Solapur

    • Kolhapur

    • Amravati

    • Chandrapur

    • Yavatmal

    • Latur

    • Dhule

    • Ahmednagar

    • Jalgaon

    • Raigad

    • Beed

    • Wardha

    • Palghar

    • Sangli

    • Ratnagiri

    • Satara

    • Nanded

    • Akola

    • Buldhana

    Gujarat
    21 cities

    • Ahmedabad

    • Gandhinagar

    • Surat

    • Vadodara

    • Rajkot

    • Bhavnagar

    • Jamnagar

    • Mundra

    • Kutch

    • Vapi

    • Anand

    • Mehsana

    • Morbi

    • Surendranagar

    • Amreli

    • Bharuch

    • Navsari

    • Dahej

    • Alang

    • Dholera

    • Gandhidham

    Goa
    5 cities

    • Panaji

    • Vasco da Gama

    • Margao

    • Calangute

    • Mormugao

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