Comparison · Wheel loader
Caterpillar 926 vs Komatsu WA270-8
The Caterpillar 926 and Komatsu WA270-8 are almost identical in operating weight (about 12,688 and 12,880 kg).
The Caterpillar 926 has about 11% more engine power (123 kW (165 hp) vs 111 kW (149 hp)).
Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Komatsu in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.
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| Operating weight | 12,688 kg (28,000 lb) | 12,880 kg (28,400 lb) |
| Engine power | 123 kW (165 hp) | 111 kW (149 hp) |
| Engine power | ≈123 kW (165 hp) | — |
| Bucket capacity | 1.9–5.0 m³ (2.5–6.5 yd³), incl. light-material buckets | 1.9–2.7 m³ (2.5–3.5 yd³); standard 2.3 m³ |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 | — |
| Drive | Hydrostatic | — |
| Emissions | US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V | — |
| Net power (ISO 9249) | — | 111 kW (149 hp) at 2,000 rpm |
| Breakout force | — | 131 kN (29,450 lbf) |
| Static tipping load, full turn | — | 8,930 kg (19,685 lb) |
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic (HST) |
| Engine model | — | Komatsu SAA6D107E-3, six cylinders |
| Gross power (SAE J1995) | — | 115 kW (153 hp) |
| Aftertreatment | — | KDPF + SCR |
| Loader pump | — | Piston pump, 150 L/min (39.6 US gal/min) |
| Linkage | — | PZ (parallel Z-bar) linkage |
| Fuel-saving control | — | SmartLoader Logic |
| Dump clearance at 45° | — | 2.98 m (9 ft 9 in) |
| Dump reach at 45° | — | 0.95 m (3 ft 1 in) |
| Static tipping load, straight | — | 10,330 kg (22,778 lb) |
| Steering angle | — | 38° each direction |
| Fuel tank | — | 186 L (49.2 US gal) |
| DEF tank | — | 14 L (3.7 US gal) |
| Hydraulic system | — | 80 L (21.1 US gal) |
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| Full 926 review | Full WA270-8 review |
Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.