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Komatsu WA470 Wheel Loader
The Komatsu WA470 has an operating weight of 53,350 lb and a 273 hp engine, with a 4.65 cu yd bucket.
Updated October 2026
How much is a used Komatsu WA470 worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used Komatsu WA470 at $221,000–$450,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).
Not yet checked against recent sales. Year, hours and condition decide where a unit lands.
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About the Komatsu WA470 Wheel Loader
The Komatsu WA470 Wheel Loader is a full-size wheel loader built 2008-2025.
Owners mostly put it to work on mining, quarrying, heavy aggregate loading.
Specifications
Engine & Power
- Engine
- Komatsu SAA6D125E
- Horsepower
- 273 HP
- Fuel Tank
- 100.4 gal
Dimensions & Weight
- Operating Weight
- 53350 lbs
Performance
- Bucket Capacity
- 4.65 cu yd
- Breakout Force
- 226000 lbs
- Dump Clearance
- 9.7 ft
Configuration
- Size Class
- Large
- Years Produced
- 2008-2025
Weight, power, and capacity figures checked October 2026 against WA470-7. Older or newer generations of this model may differ.
Common Applications
- Mining
- Quarrying
- Heavy aggregate loading
Popular Attachments
Common Configurations
How It Compares
| Spec | Komatsu WA470 Wheel Loader | Caterpillar 966M Wheel Loader | John Deere 644L Wheel Loader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine HP | 273 HP | 276 HP | 290 HP |
| Op. Weight | 53,350 lbs | 51,220 lbs | 41,245 lbs |
| Bucket Capacity | 4.65 | 5.5 | 4.3 |
| Est. Price Low | $221,000 | $236,000 | $192,000 |
| Est. Price High | $450,000 | $480,000 | $420,000 |
Against the CAT 966M, the Komatsu WA470 is 2,130 lb heavier, has 3 less hp and has 0.85 cu yd less bucket capacity.
Against the John Deere 644L, the Komatsu WA470 is 12,105 lb heavier, has 17 less hp and has 0.35 cu yd more bucket capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Komatsu WA470 weigh?
The Komatsu WA470 has an operating weight of 53,350 lb and a 273 hp engine. Cab, counterweight, tracks, and attachments can move the real weight of a given unit up or down from this spec figure, so check the serial plate or the OEM spec sheet for the exact build before booking transport.
How much is a used Komatsu WA470 worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used Komatsu WA470 at $221,000–$450,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).
Where can I sell my Komatsu WA470?
Send HeavyDutyYard the year, hours, and condition of your Komatsu WA470 and we reply within one business day. We make cash offers on some machines; otherwise we list yours free on the HeavyDutyYard marketplace, where we review every listing and screen buyer messages before they reach you. Transport is coordinated when we buy.
What is the Komatsu WA470 used for?
The Komatsu WA470 Wheel Loader is commonly used for mining, quarrying, heavy aggregate loading.