Home › Head-to-head › Wheel loaders
Komatsu WA270-8 vs Caterpillar 926
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 Komatsu WA270-8 is 423 lb (192 kg) heavier, 10 mm (under 1 in) wider, 6 in (140 mm) lower and 1 in (28 mm) shorter than the Caterpillar 926.
- Net power: 111 kW / 149 hp (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 123 kW / 165 hp (Caterpillar 926); Caterpillar 926 is higher.
- Wheelbase: 2,900 mm / 9 ft 6 in (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 3,000 mm / 9 ft 10 in (Caterpillar 926); Caterpillar 926 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 465 mm / 18.3 in (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 397 mm / 15.6 in (Caterpillar 926); Komatsu WA270-8 is higher.
- Turning radius: 5,175 mm / 17 ft 0 in (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 5,402 mm / 17 ft 9 in (Caterpillar 926); Caterpillar 926 is higher.
- Displacement: 6.69 L / 408 cu in (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 7.01 L / 428 cu in (Caterpillar 926); Caterpillar 926 is higher.
- System / relief pressure: 31.4 MPa / 4,554 psi (Komatsu WA270-8) vs 26 MPa / 3,771 psi (Caterpillar 926); Komatsu WA270-8 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.
Komatsu WA270-8 specs Caterpillar 926 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Komatsu WA270-8 Trailer fit: Caterpillar 926
Side-by-side specs
Use the Metric / Imperial switch at the top to change units. Highlighted rows differ.
| Spec | Komatsu WA270-8 | Caterpillar 926 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 12,880 kg | 12,688 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 7,360 mm | 7,388 mm |
| Overall width | 2,550 mm | 2,540 mm |
| Overall height | 3,200 mm | 3,340 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 1,930 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Ground clearance | 465 mm | 397 mm |
| Turning radius | 5,175 mm | 5,402 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated | Wheeled, articulated |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | 20.5-R25 L3 | 20.5 R25 radial (L-3) |
| 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 | Komatsu SAA6D107E-3 | Cat C7.1 |
| Net power | 111 kW | 123 kW |
| Gross power | 115 kW | 127 kW |
| Displacement | 6.69 L | 7.01 L |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpm | 1,800 rpm |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 150 L/min | 150 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | 31.4 MPa | ≈ 26 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 38 km/h | 40 km/h |
| Bucket capacity | 2.3 m³ | 1.9 m³ |
| Tipping load | 8,930 kg | 7,567 kg |
| Breakout / digging force | 131 kN | ≈ 113 kN |
| Dump height / clearance | 2,975 mm | 2,881 mm |
| Lift / hinge-pin height | 3,965 mm | 3,903 mm |
Configurations.
Komatsu WA270-8: Standard boom, 2.3 m³ GP pin-on bucket with bolt-on cutting edge, 20.5-R25 L3 tires
Caterpillar 926: Build 14A, standard lift linkage, 1.9 m³ (2.5 yd³) general purpose Fusion bucket with bolt-on cutting edge, standard counterweights, additional guarding, 20.5 R25 (L-3) XHA2 tires, 80 kg operator; Cat C7.1, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V.