SPECS / COMPARISON
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)
| Specification | Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loaders | Komatsu WB142-5 Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 58.9 kW (79.0 HP) | 60.0 kW (80.5 HP) |
| Weight | 6700.0 kg (14771.0 lbs) | 6586.2 kg (14520 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Power shuttle | Synchronized gearbox, powershift shuttle |
| Length | 696.0 cm (274.0 in.) | — |
| Pump Flow | 155.2 LPM (41.0 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1992-1996 | — |
| Engine Model | Caterpillar 3054 | 4 D102LE-2 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | Diesel |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | — |
| Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Displacement | 3982 cc (243.0 cu in.) | 4506.5 cc (275 cu in) |
| Bore | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) | — |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 700A | — |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Height | 271.5 cm (106.9 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 207.0 cm (2WD: 82.7 in. (210.0 cm) 4WD: 81.5 in.) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 29.0 cm (11.4 in.) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 128.0 l (33.8 gal) | — |
| Oil Capacity | 8.0 l (2.1 gal) | 9.1 l (2.4 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 21.0 l (5.5 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 2750.0 l (726.5 gal) | — |
| Gears | 4 forward and 4 reverse | — |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | — |
| Brakes | Wet disc | — |
| Cabin Type | ROPS canopy or cab | — |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | — |
| Front Tires | Industrial: 11L-16 , 10.5-20 | — |
| Rear Tires | Industrial: 16.9-24 , 19.5L-24 | — |
| Hydraulic Type | Closed 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) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.

