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Caterpillar 426B vs Komatsu WB142-5

A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 426B and the Komatsu WB142-5. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Caterpillar 426B58.9 kW (79.0 HP)
Komatsu WB142-560.0 kW (80.5 HP)
Weight
Caterpillar 426B6700.0 kg (14771.0 lbs)
Komatsu WB142-56586.2 kg (14520 lbs)
SpecificationCaterpillar 426BCaterpillar 426BBackhoe LoadersKomatsu WB142-5Komatsu WB142-5Backhoe Loaders
Horsepower58.9 kW (79.0 HP)60.0 kW (80.5 HP)
Weight6700.0 kg (14771.0 lbs)6586.2 kg (14520 lbs)
Transmission TypePower shuttleSynchronized gearbox, powershift shuttle
Length696.0 cm (274.0 in.)—
Pump Flow155.2 LPM (41.0 GPM)—
Years Made1992-1996—
Engine ModelCaterpillar 30544 D102LE-2
Engine Type4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inlineDiesel
Fuel TypeDiesel—
Cylinders4—
Displacement3982 cc (243.0 cu in.)4506.5 cc (275 cu in)
Bore10.01 cm (3.94 in.)—
Stroke12.70 cm (5.00 in.)—
Battery12 V, CCA 700A—
StarterElectric—
Height271.5 cm (106.9 in.)—
Wheelbase207.0 cm (2WD: 82.7 in. (210.0 cm) 4WD: 81.5 in.)213.4 cm (84 in)
Ground Clearance29.0 cm (11.4 in.)30.5 cm (12 in)
Fuel Tank Capacity128.0 l (33.8 gal)—
Oil Capacity8.0 l (2.1 gal)9.1 l (2.4 gal)
Coolant Capacity21.0 l (5.5 gal)—
Hydraulic Capacity2750.0 l (726.5 gal)—
Gears4 forward and 4 reverse—
Chassis4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD—
BrakesWet disc—
Cabin TypeROPS canopy or cab—
Steering TypeHydrostatic power—
Front TiresIndustrial: 11L-16 , 10.5-20—
Rear TiresIndustrial: 16.9-24 , 19.5L-24—
Hydraulic TypeClosed center—
Transmission—Synchronized
Pump Capacity—140.1 LPM (37 GPM)
Lift Capacity—2871.2 kg (6330 lbs)
Engine Manufacturer—Komatsu
Gross Power—60.0 kW (80.5 HP)
Net Power—57.0 kW (76.5 HP)
No Of Cylinders—4
Aspiration—Naturally
Power Measured—2200 RPM
Torque Measured—1300 RPM
Max Torque (Net )—99.8 kg (220 lbs)
Operating Voltage—12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage—95 A
Fuel Capacity—120.4 l (31.8 gal)
Cooling Capacity—14.0 l (3.7 gal)
Hydraulic System Capacity—97.3 l (25.7 gal)
Transmission Oil Capacity—18.2 l (4.8 gal)
Front Axle Oil Capacity—7.2 l (1.9 gal)
Rear Axle Oil Capacity—14.8 l (3.9 gal)
No Of Forward Gears—4
No Of Reverse Gears—4
Max Speed (Forward)—37.0 km/h (23 mph)
Max Speed (Reverse)—37.0 km/h (23 mph)
Pump Type—Tandem fixed displacement pumps
Pump Flow Capacity—140.1 LPM (37 GPM)
Relief Valve Pressure—207.0 bar (3002 psi)
Dig Depth—426.7 cm (168 in)
Loading Height—365.8 cm (144 in)
Reach At Max Dump Height—91.4 cm (36 in)
Dump Height—274.3 cm (108 in)
Lift Capacity At Full Height—2871.2 kg (6330 lbs)
Load At Max Lift Capacity—1351.7 kg (2980 lbs)
Operating Weight—6586.2 kg (14520 lbs)
Bucket Capacity—0.8 m³ (1.01 cu yds)
Bucket Width—217.9 cm (85.8 in)
Bucket Breakout Force—5148.3 kg (11350 lbs)
Reach From Swivel—548.6 cm (216 in)
Height To Top Of Cab—274.3 cm (108 in)
Overall Height—365.8 cm (144 in)
Overall Length—701.0 cm (276 in)
Overall Width—213.4 cm (84 in)
Turning Radius—365.8 cm (144 in)

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