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Caterpillar 950 vs Komatsu WA380-8
Published specs and dimensions of two wheel loaders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 950 is 836 lb (379 kg) lighter, 4 in (105 mm) narrower, 3 in (66 mm) taller and 3 in (72 mm) shorter than the Komatsu WA380-8.
- Net power: 172 kW / 231 hp (Caterpillar 950) vs 143 kW / 192 hp (Komatsu WA380-8); Caterpillar 950 is higher.
- Wheelbase: 3,350 mm / 11 ft 0 in (Caterpillar 950) vs 3,300 mm / 10 ft 10 in (Komatsu WA380-8); Caterpillar 950 is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 2,140 mm / 7 ft 0 in (Caterpillar 950) vs 2,160 mm / 7 ft 1 in (Komatsu WA380-8); Komatsu WA380-8 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 354 mm / 13.9 in (Caterpillar 950) vs 455 mm / 17.9 in (Komatsu WA380-8); Komatsu WA380-8 is higher.
- Displacement: 7.01 L / 428 cu in (Caterpillar 950) vs 6.69 L / 408 cu in (Komatsu WA380-8); Caterpillar 950 is higher.
- Pump / aux flow: 322 L/min / 85.1 gpm (Caterpillar 950) vs 205 L/min / 54.2 gpm (Komatsu WA380-8); Caterpillar 950 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 950 specs Komatsu WA380-8 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 950 Trailer fit: Komatsu WA380-8
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 950 | Komatsu WA380-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 18,076 kg | 18,455 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 8,238 mm | 8,310 mm |
| Overall width | 2,800 mm | 2,905 mm |
| Overall height | 3,456 mm | 3,390 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,350 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 2,140 mm | 2,160 mm |
| Ground clearance | 354 mm | 455 mm |
| Turning radius | Not published | 6,320 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated | Wheeled, articulated |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | 23.5R25 | 23.5R25 L3 |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C7.1 | Komatsu SAA6D107E-3 |
| Net power | 172 kW | 143 kW |
| Gross power | 188 kW | 143 kW |
| Displacement | 7.01 L | 6.69 L |
| Rated speed | Not captured | 2,100 rpm |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 322 L/min | 205 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 27.9 MPa | 31.4 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 39.5 km/h | 37.5 km/h |
| Bucket capacity | 3.1 m³ | 3.3 m³ |
| Tipping load | 11,631 kg | 13,440 kg |
| Breakout / digging force | ≈ 152 kN | 158 kN |
| Dump height / clearance | 2,844 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Lift / hinge-pin height | 3,981 mm | 4,095 mm |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 950: Standard lift, Z-bar linkage, 3.1 m³ general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edges, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, standard counterweight, ride control; Cat C7.1 U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V.
Komatsu WA380-8: Standard boom, 3.3 m³ GP bucket with bolt-on cutting edge, 23.5R25 L3 tires