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Caterpillar 926 vs Komatsu WA470-8

The Komatsu WA470-8 is about 94% heavier than the Caterpillar 926 (24,670 vs 12,688 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu WA470-8 has about 65% more engine power (203 kW (272 hp) vs 123 kW (165 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.

Caterpillar 926
Caterpillar Caterpillar 926
Komatsu WA470-8
Komatsu Komatsu WA470-8
Operating weight 12,688 kg (28,000 lb)24,670 kg (54,400 lb)
Engine power 123 kW (165 hp)203 kW (272 hp)
Engine power ≈123 kW (165 hp)—
Bucket capacity 1.9–5.0 m³ (2.5–6.5 yd³), incl. light-material buckets3.8–4.65 m³ (5.0–6.1 yd³)
Engine Cat C7.1—
Drive Hydrostatic—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Net power (ISO 9249) —203 kW (272 hp) at 2,000 rpm
Breakout force —168 kN (37,770 lbf)
Static tipping load, full turn —17,280 kg (38,103 lb)
Dump clearance at 45° —3.06 m (10 ft)
Engine model —Komatsu SAA6D125E-7, six cylinders, 11.04 L
Gross power (SAE J1995) —204 kW (273 hp)
Aftertreatment —KDPF + SCR
Transmission —Powershift with lock-up torque converter
Steering angle —35° each direction
Dump reach at 45° —1.37 m (4 ft 6 in)
Static tipping load, straight —20,090 kg (44,292 lb)
DEF tank —36 L (9.5 US gal)
Hydraulic system —173 L (45.7 US gal)
Strengths
  • + Versatile small loader with quick coupler and tool range
  • + Hydrostatic drive for smooth control and good fuel efficiency
  • + Next Gen cab updates
  • + Cat dealer support and resale
  • + Big 11-litre engine for production work
  • + High 3.06 m dump clearance
  • + Lock-up torque converter and SmartLoader Logic
  • + Komtrax standard
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price for the class
  • − Spec data for the new generation still emerging
  • − Breakout lower than some rivals (e.g., Volvo L150H 201 kN)
  • − KDPF + SCR maintenance
Full 926 reviewFull WA470-8 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.