Komatsu’s new WA475-10 wheel loader is designed for Australian quarry operators. Image: Komatsu
Komatsu’s new WA475-10 wheel loader is set to tackle a common pain point by delivering greater fuel efficiency for Australian quarry operators.
Komatsu has introduced the WA475-10, 26-tonne wheel loader, to Australian shores with the aim of addressing a common pain point for quarry operators.
Fuel costs are one of the largest cost drivers for quarry operators and their machinery, especially in the Australian market.
The WA475-10 is up to 30 per cent more fuel efficient than the previous model and is designed for any hauling or loading jobs. It possesses a combination of fuel efficiency, productivity and ease of handling for operators.
The company says the versatile machine combines power with Komatsu’s cutting-edge loader technology to provide an efficient and productive model for quarry sites.
Komatsu Australia’s national business manager Nick Vrontas said the WA475-10’s overall upgrades make it an appealing addition to quarry fleets.
“The WA475-10 features Komatsu’s Hydraulic Mechanical Transmission (KHMT), which is a newly developed and innovative solution that makes the loader more powerful and more fuel-efficient,” he told Quarry.
“Variable speed control allows operators to adjust the machine’s top speed to meet specific site requirements, and the adjustable variable traction control also limits wheel spin on unstable and slippery ground conditions often found on quarry sites.
“We’ve also completely innovated the power control on this latest model. It’s never been easier for an operator to find the right balance between traction and lifting power, with the hydraulic speed independently controlled from the accelerator pedal, and the boom speed controlled by the hydraulic lever.”
Due to the optimised Z-bar linkage system on the WA475-10, operators can achieve a higher lift force and higher tonnes-per-hour production rate compared to previous models. The hydraulics’ response time and the dumping or lifting can be set to specific quarry site requirements.
Komatsu has developed a reputation as a leading manufacturer of technologies, equipment, and services for the construction, mining, and heavy industries including quarrying.
Frontline industries in Australia and worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, maintain forests, and create consumer products. The company’s global service and distributor networks support customer operations, focusing on enhancing safety and productivity while boosting worksite performance.
The WA475-10 wheel loader provides more fuel efficiency than previous models. Image: Komatsu
The WA475-10 wheel loader debuted in the Australian market at the National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo at Sydney Dragway earlier this year. At one of Australia’s largest construction exhibitions, attendees were able to cast their eyes over the newest addition to Komatsu’s wheel loader line-up. After the event, the new wheel loader received plenty of positive reviews from attendees about its shovel and design.
Vrontas said the WA475-10 wheel loader would be a flagship model in the Komatsu line-up for the Australian market.
“The WA475-10 engine is Tier 4 compliant, and at even low engine speeds, the engine puts out high power and delivers more engine torque and performance,” he said.
“The engine’s advanced electronic control system manages the airflow rate and the fuel injection, combustion parameters and after-treatment functions, which provide optimised performance, reduced emissions, and advanced diagnostic capabilities, making it a powerful, yet environmentally friendly machine.
“The loader can also be tailored for specific applications, whether that is the demanding nature of a waste site, or the abrasive environments of quarries. The Komatsu team will work with customers to provide a solution that is tailored the loader’s application, from enquiry to post-delivery, maintaining service checks and requirements.
“We’re beyond excited to have the loader on our shores, and we’re looking forward to introducing it to many quarry sites across the country.”•
For more information, see komatsu.com.au
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