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Caterpillar 926 vs Komatsu WA600-8

The Komatsu WA600-8 is about 333% heavier than the Caterpillar 926 (55,000 vs 12,688 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu WA600-8 has about 220% more engine power (393 kW (527 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 WA600-8
Komatsu Komatsu WA600-8
Operating weight 12,688 kg (28,000 lb)55,000 kg (121,300 lb)
Engine power 123 kW (165 hp)393 kW (527 hp)
Engine power ≈123 kW (165 hp)—
Bucket capacity 1.9–5.0 m³ (2.5–6.5 yd³), incl. light-material buckets≈6.4–7.6 m³ (8.4–9.9 yd³)
Engine Cat C7.1—
Drive Hydrostatic—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Net power —≈393 kW (527 hp)
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
  • + High productivity
  • + Dual-mode operation
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price for the class
  • − Spec data for the new generation still emerging
  • − Large fuel consumption
Full 926 reviewFull WA600-8 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.