Komatsu has unveiled the new WA700-8, a more powerful and efficient addition to wheel loader range for quarry operations and aggregate producers.
Equipped with a 12 cubic yard bucket, the 97,000-kg WA700-8 is powered by a 773 hp Komatsu SAA6D170E-7 engine.
The wheel loader is an ideal four-pass match with 70-ton haul trucks such as Komatsu’s new HD605-10.
“The new WA700-8 can help quarry operations hit that sweet spot for 70-ton truck loading, making every pass count,” said Sebastian Witkowski, Komatsu Product Manager. “With a heavier operating weight, greater static tipping load and larger breakout force than the previous model, the WA700-8 is a productive and efficient wheel loader that is ideal for quarry operations.”
The WA700-8 also offers substantial improvements in performance, efficiency and operator comfort compared to its predecessor, the WA700-3.
Compared to the previous model, the WA700-8 delivers up to 8 per cent more gross power and 15 per cent more torque, making it ideal for demanding work environments.
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As well, the new loader delivers a 6 per cent increase in lifting force and rated load, allowing operators to handle larger volumes of material with greater ease.
For fuel consumption, Komatsu’s WA700-8 is up to 8 per cent more efficient, which helps reduce operating costs while maintaining productivity.
The WA700-8 features a comfortable cab with tech designed to help reduce operator fatigue on long shifts, including a new advanced joystick steering system and electronic pilot control levers for precision and ease of operation.
Automation features such as an automatic digging system, semi-automatic approach, and semi-auto dump systems simplify repetitive tasks, helping operators optimize load cycles. These systems are beneficial for less experienced operators, helping to close skills gaps and enhance overall operational efficiency.
On tough terrain, the variable traction control system helps prevent tire slippage, prolonging tire life and improving safety in wet or slippery conditions.
The wheel loader’s modulated clutch system offers precise control for smooth transitions between forward and reverse, which is critical during truck-loading operations.
An available KomVision camera system provides operators with a comprehensive view of the machine’s surroundings, and Komtrax Plus offers remote monitoring and data-driven insights that can help reduce unplanned downtime.
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