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    Volvo L180H VS Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader

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    Key Highlights Volvo L180HKomatsu WA480-6A
    Volvo L180H VS Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader
    Volvo L180H Wheel Loader Price
    Volvo L180H
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    Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader price
    Komatsu WA480-6A
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    Particulars Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Overview Summary

    Comparing the Komatsu WA480-6A and the Volvo L180H, both wheel loaders are robust and suitable for heavy-duty tasks, with distinct advantages in power, efficiency, and technology. The Komatsu WA480-6A offers a good balance of power and functionality, while the Volvo L180H leads with higher horsepower and tipping capacity.

    Komatsu WA480-6A

    Pros:

    • Engine provides 300 HP, which is adequate for various applications
    • Closed-Center Load-Sensing hydraulic system for enhanced efficiency
    • Large fuel tank capacity of 413 L
    • Operating weight still competitive for its class
    • Features such as GPS come standard

    Cons:

    • Comparatively lower tipping load (straight) at 20030 kg
    • Maximum pump flow slightly higher at 260 L/min, can indicate a higher operating cost
    • Transmission oil capacity of 65 L indicates potentially higher maintenance needs

    Volvo L180H

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power at 337 HP
    • Volvo Automatic Powershift for potentially smoother operations
    • Higher tipping load (straight) at 21270 kg showing better load management
    • Steering angle of ±37° can offer tighter turning capability
    • Operates with Stage II/Tier 3 Emission compliance, suitable for current standards

    Cons:

    • Smaller fuel tank than Komatsu at 367 L could mean more frequent refueling
    • Operating weight is slightly higher, which can affect maneuverability
    • Service brake system, while advanced, may require specialized maintenance

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    For power-intensive operations, the Volvo L180H edges ahead with higher horsepower and tipping load. If fuel capacity and hydraulic system efficiency are priorities, consider the Komatsu WA480-6A. Assessing specific work requirements will guide the best choice between these two competent machines.

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Brand Volvo Wheel Loader L&T Komatsu Wheel loader
    Type Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Showroom Price Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine Volvo 337 HP Komatsu 300 HP
    Bucket 3.7 - 16 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Weight 28400 kg 25155 kg
    Max. Forward Speed 38 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Dump Height 3050 mm 3205 mm
    Tripping Load 18900 kg 17125 kg
    Quick Overview:

    The Volvo L180H wheel loader is a strong payloader and front-end loader designed for heavy-duty construction, mining, and material-handling tasks. It is powered by a reliable Volvo D13F diesel engine that delivers up to 337 hp (250 kW) providing strong torque for consistent, fuel-efficient performance. With an operating weight of roughly 27,000 to 28,400 kg and a bucket capacity range of 3.7 to 16 m³, the L180H ensures high productivity, excellent stability, and on-site versatility.

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

    Overview Summary

    Comparing the Komatsu WA480-6A and the Volvo L180H, both wheel loaders are robust and suitable for heavy-duty tasks, with distinct advantages in power, efficiency, and technology. The Komatsu WA480-6A offers a good balance of power and functionality, while the Volvo L180H leads with higher horsepower and tipping capacity.

    Komatsu WA480-6A

    Pros:

    • Engine provides 300 HP, which is adequate for various applications
    • Closed-Center Load-Sensing hydraulic system for enhanced efficiency
    • Large fuel tank capacity of 413 L
    • Operating weight still competitive for its class
    • Features such as GPS come standard

    Cons:

    • Comparatively lower tipping load (straight) at 20030 kg
    • Maximum pump flow slightly higher at 260 L/min, can indicate a higher operating cost
    • Transmission oil capacity of 65 L indicates potentially higher maintenance needs

    Volvo L180H

    Pros:

    • Higher engine power at 337 HP
    • Volvo Automatic Powershift for potentially smoother operations
    • Higher tipping load (straight) at 21270 kg showing better load management
    • Steering angle of ±37° can offer tighter turning capability
    • Operates with Stage II/Tier 3 Emission compliance, suitable for current standards

    Cons:

    • Smaller fuel tank than Komatsu at 367 L could mean more frequent refueling
    • Operating weight is slightly higher, which can affect maneuverability
    • Service brake system, while advanced, may require specialized maintenance

    Pros:

    Cons:

    Closing Recommendation

    For power-intensive operations, the Volvo L180H edges ahead with higher horsepower and tipping load. If fuel capacity and hydraulic system efficiency are priorities, consider the Komatsu WA480-6A. Assessing specific work requirements will guide the best choice between these two competent machines.

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Price, Technical Specifications & Features

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Brand
    Volvo Wheel Loader L&T Komatsu Wheel loader
    Type
    Medium (15-30 Ton) Medium (15-30 Ton)
    Ex-Showroom Price
    Price Available Soon Price Available Soon
    Engine
    Volvo 337 HP Komatsu 300 HP
    Bucket
    3.7 - 16 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Weight
    28400 kg 25155 kg
    Fwd. Speed
    38 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Dump Height
    3050 mm 3205 mm
    Tripping Load
    18900 kg 17125 kg
    Quick Overview:

    The Volvo L180H wheel loader is a strong payloader and front-end loader designed for heavy-duty construction, mining, and material-handling tasks. It is powered by a reliable Volvo D13F diesel engine that delivers up to 337 hp (250 kW) providing strong torque for consistent, fuel-efficient performance. With an operating weight of roughly 27,000 to 28,400 kg and a bucket capacity range of 3.7 to 16 m³, the L180H ensures high productivity, excellent stability, and on-site versatility.

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

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make Volvo D13F Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Max Torque 000 rpm , 2071 Nm @1 NA
    Fuel Tank 367 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System 217 L/min 260 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance 480 mm 525 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Steering Angle ±37° ±35°
    Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase 3550 mm 3450 mm
    Tyres 26.5 R25 L3 26.5-25 tires
    Max. Breakout Force 236 kN 212 kN
    Overall Length 9080 mm 9170 mm
    Warranty 1 Yr. / 2000 hr. 1 Yr. / 3000 hr.
    AC Cabin Optional Optional
    GPS Standard Standard

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Key Highlights

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make
    Volvo D13F Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Max Torque
    000 rpm , 2071 Nm @1 NA
    Fuel Tank
    367 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System
    217 L/min 260 L/min
    Min. Ground Clearance
    480 mm 525 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Steering Angle
    ±37° ±35°
    Drive Type
    4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Wheelbase
    3550 mm 3450 mm
    Tyres
    26.5 R25 L3 26.5-25 tires
    Max. Breakout Force
    236 kN 212 kN
    Overall Length
    9080 mm 9170 mm
    Warranty
    1 Yr. / 2000 hr. 1 Yr. / 3000 hr.
    AC Cabin
    Optional Optional
    GPS
    Standard Standard

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make Volvo D13F Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Engine Type V-ACT Stage I; Straight turbocharged diesel with 4 valves per cylinder; overhead camshaft; and electronically controlled unit injectors. Water-cooled; 4-cycle
    Aspiration Turbocharged & direct injection cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled
    Emission Stage II / Tier 3 EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
    Max Torque 000 rpm , 2071 Nm @1 NA
    Max Power 337 HP (250 kW) @ 1300-1400 rpm 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm
    Piston Displacement 12.8 L 11.04 L
    No Of Cylinders 6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery 2 × 12 V/ 170 Ah 12V x 2 / 136 Ah
    Alternator 24V / 80A 24V / 50A

    Power Train

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Transmission Volvo Automatic Powershift Countershaft Transmission Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type
    Drive Type 4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Torque Converter Single‑stage 3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase

    Brakes

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Service Volvo dual-circuit system with nitrogen charged accumulators. Outboard mounted hydraulically operated; fully sealed oil circulation-cooled wet disc brakes. Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels
    Parking Dry disc brake. Applied by spring force; electro-hydraulic release with a switch on the instrument panel Wet multiple-disc brake

    Steering System

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Type Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering
    Steering-Angle ±37° ±35°

    Axles And Final Drive

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Front Axle Fixed; equipped with a 100% differential lock Fixed - semi-floating
    Rear Axle Oscillating with options for limited‑slip Center-pin support & semi-floating
    Oscillating Angle ±15° ±13°

    Speed

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Max. Forward Speed 38 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed NA 37.4 km/h

    Hydraulic System

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    System Type Load‑Sensing Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System
    Pump Type Variable Displacement Axial Piston Pump Piston pump
    Maximum Pump Flow 217 L/min 260 L/min
    System Pressure 290 bar 343 bar

    Special Refill Capacities

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Fuel Tank 367 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System NA 173 L
    Engine Oil 50 L 38 L
    Cooling System 55 L 61 L
    Rear Axle Oil 55 L 59 L
    Front Axle Oil 46 L 59 L
    Hydraulic Tank 156 L NA
    Transmission Oil 48 L 65 L
    Def Tank NA NA

    Dimensions

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Overall Length With Bucket 9080 mm 9170 mm
    Wheel Base 3550 mm 3450 mm
    Height Over Cab 3580 mm 3500 mm
    Height Over Exhaust NA NA
    Min Grond Clearance 480 mm 525 mm
    Width Over Tyres 2960 mm 3010 mm
    Wheel Tread 2280 mm 2300 mm
    Tyre Size 26.5 R25 L3 26.5-25 tires

    Performance

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Bucket Capacity 3.7 - 16 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Bucket Width 3200 mm 3170 mm
    Payload NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight 21270 kg 20030 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn 18900 kg 17125 kg
    Max. Breakout Force 236 kN 212 kN
    Operating Weight 27000 - 28400 kg 25005 - 25155 kg
    Max Dump Angle 46° 45°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height 57° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry 48° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level 44° NA
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised 3050 mm 3205 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised 1340 mm 1410 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height 4590 mm 4505 mm
    Max. Digging Depth NA 90 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres 6790 mm NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket 7630 mm NA

    Volvo L180H Vs Komatsu WA480-6A Wheel Loader Specifications

    Engine

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Engine Make
    Volvo D13F Komatsu SAA6D125E-5
    Engine Type
    V-ACT Stage I; Straight turbocharged diesel with 4 valves per cylinder; overhead camshaft; and electronically controlled unit injectors. Water-cooled; 4-cycle
    Aspiration
    Turbocharged & direct injection cooled EGR , Turbocharged; aftercooled
    Emission
    Stage II / Tier 3 EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
    Max Torque
    000 rpm , 2071 Nm @1 NA
    Max Power
    337 HP (250 kW) @ 1300-1400 rpm 300 HP (224 kW) @ 2000 rpm
    Piston Displacement
    12.8 L 11.04 L
    No Of Cylinders
    6 Cylinders 6 Cylinders
    Battery
    2 × 12 V/ 170 Ah 12V x 2 / 136 Ah
    Alternator
    24V / 80A 24V / 50A

    Power Train

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Transmission
    Volvo Automatic Powershift Countershaft Transmission Full-Powershift & Contershaft Type
    Drive Type
    4-wheel drive (4WD) 4-wheel drive (4WD)
    Torque Converter
    Single‑stage 3-element; 1-stage; 1-phase

    Brakes

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Service
    Volvo dual-circuit system with nitrogen charged accumulators. Outboard mounted hydraulically operated; fully sealed oil circulation-cooled wet disc brakes. Hydraulically actuated; wet multiple-disc brakes actuate on four wheels
    Parking
    Dry disc brake. Applied by spring force; electro-hydraulic release with a switch on the instrument panel Wet multiple-disc brake

    Steering System

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Type
    Load-Sensing Hydrostatic Articulated Steering Articulated Type - Full-Hydraulic Power Steering
    Steering-Angle
    ±37° ±35°

    Speed

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Max. Forward Speed
    38 km/h 36.3 km/h
    Max. Reverse Speed
    NA 37.4 km/h

    Axles And Final Drive

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Front Axle
    Fixed; equipped with a 100% differential lock Fixed - semi-floating
    Rear Axle
    Oscillating with options for limited‑slip Center-pin support & semi-floating
    Oscillating Angle
    ±15° ±13°

    Hydraulics System

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    System Type
    Load‑Sensing Closed-Center - Load-Sensing System
    Pump Type
    Variable Displacement Axial Piston Pump Piston pump
    Maximum Pump Flow
    217 L/min 260 L/min
    System Pressure
    290 bar 343 bar

    Tyres

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Size
    Not Available Not Available

    Special Refill Cpacities

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Fuel Tank
    367 L 413 L
    Hydraulic System
    NA 173 L
    Engine Oil
    50 L 38 L
    Cooling System
    55 L 61 L
    Rear Axle Oil
    55 L 59 L
    Front Axle Oil
    46 L 59 L
    Hydraulic Tank
    156 L NA
    Transmission Oil
    48 L 65 L
    Def Tank
    NA NA

    Dimensions

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Overall Length With Bucket
    9080 mm 9170 mm
    Wheel Base
    3550 mm 3450 mm
    Height Over Cab
    3580 mm 3500 mm
    Height Over Exhaust
    NA NA
    Min Grond Clearance
    480 mm 525 mm
    Width Over Tyres
    2960 mm 3010 mm
    Wheel Tread
    2280 mm 2300 mm
    Tyre Size
    26.5 R25 L3 26.5-25 tires

    Performance

    Volvo L180H Komatsu WA480-6A
    Bucket Capacity
    3.7 - 16 m³ 3.8 – 6.1 m³
    Bucket Width
    3200 mm 3170 mm
    Payload
    NA NA
    Tipping Load Straight
    21270 kg 20030 kg
    Tipping Load Full Turn
    18900 kg 17125 kg
    Max. Breakout Force
    236 kN 212 kN
    Operating Weight
    27000 - 28400 kg 25005 - 25155 kg
    Max Dump Angle
    46° 45°
    Bucket Roll Back Angle Full Height
    57° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Carry
    48° NA
    Bucket Roll Back At Ground Level
    44° NA
    Dumping Height, Fully Raised
    3050 mm 3205 mm
    Dumping Reach, Fully Raised
    1340 mm 1410 mm
    Max. Hinge Pin Height
    4590 mm 4505 mm
    Max. Digging Depth
    NA 90 mm
    Turning Radius Over Tyres
    6790 mm NA
    Turning Radius Over Bucket
    7630 mm NA

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