SPECS / COMPARISON
Kawasaki 50ZIV vs Michigan L50
A detailed comparison of the Kawasaki 50ZIV and the Michigan L50. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Kawasaki 50ZIV67.1 kW (90 hp)
Michigan L5061.1 kW (82 hp)
Weight
Kawasaki 50ZIV6871.9 kg (15150 lbs)
Michigan L508101.2 kg (17860 lbs)
Operating Weight
Kawasaki 50ZIV6871.9 kg (15150 lbs)
Michigan L508101.2 kg (17860 lbs)
| Specification | Kawasaki 50ZIV Wheel Loaders | Michigan L50 Wheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Horsepower | 67.1 kW (90 hp) | 61.1 kW (82 hp) |
| Weight | 6871.9 kg (15150 lbs) | 8101.2 kg (17860 lbs) |
| Tipping Capacity | 5211.8 kg (11490 lbs) | 5438.6 kg (11990 lbs) |
| Max Speed | 34.0 km/h (21.1 mph) | 39.9 km/h (24.8 mph) |
| Engine Model | B3.9C Diesel | D45B |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally | — |
| Displacement | 3921.4 cc (239.3 cu in.) | 4473.7 cc (273 cu in.) |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 50 amps | 60 amps |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Rated Speed | 2350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Net Power | 67.1 kW (90 hp) | 61.1 kW (82 hp) |
| Gross Power | 1752.4 kW (2350 hp) | 67.1 kW (90 hp) |
| Peak Torque | 333.5 N-m (246 lbs ft) | 302.3 N-m (223 lbs ft) |
| Fuel Capacity | 120.4 l (31.8 gal) | 160.1 l (42.3 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 11.4 l (3 gal) | 10.6 l (2.8 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) | 26.9 l (7.1 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 75.3 l (19.9 gal) | 124.9 l (33 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 20.1 l (5.3 gal) | 22.0 l (5.8 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) | 22.7 l (6 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) | 22.7 l (6 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shift | Power shift |
| No of Forward Gears | 3 | 4 |
| No of Reverse Gears | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | 24 ° | 24 ° |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 34.0 km/h (21.1 mph) | 39.9 km/h (24.8 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 34.0 km/h (21.1 mph) | 24.9 km/h (15.5 mph) |
| Pump type | Gear | — |
| Pump Flow | 102.2 LPM (27 GPM) | 136.3 LPM (36 GPM) |
| Relief Pressure | 206.8 bar (3000 psi) | 205.1 bar (2975 psi) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 5.4 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Lower Lift Time | 2.8 sec | 1.9 sec |
| Bucket Dump Time | 1 sec | 0.9 sec |
| Operating Weight | 6871.9 kg (15150 lbs) | 8101.2 kg (17860 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 5211.8 kg (11490 lbs) | 5438.6 kg (11990 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity (Heaped) | 1.3 m³ (1.7 cu yds) | 1.4 m³ (1.8 cu yds) |
| Bucket Capacity (Struck) | 1.1 m³ (1.4 cu yds) | 1.1 m³ (1.4 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Breakout Force | 6214.2 kg (13700 lbs) | — |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 91.4 cm (36 in) | 91.4 cm (36 in) |
| Dump Clearance At Max Raise | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Turning Radius | 518.2 cm (204 in) | 518.2 cm (204 in) |
| Wheelbase | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 335.3 cm (132 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Cab Height | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Overall Length | 609.6 cm (240 in) | 609.6 cm (240 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Width Over Tires | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Tire Size | L-2 (15.5x25-10PR) | 15.5-25 |
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