SPECS / COMPARISON
Terex 970 Elite vs Komatsu WB156-5
A detailed comparison of the Terex 970 Elite and the Komatsu WB156-5. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Terex 970 Elite74.6 kW (100 HP)
Komatsu WB156-573.8 kW (99 HP)
Weight
Terex 970 Elite7520.6 kg (16580 lbs)
Komatsu WB156-57497.9 kg (16530 lbs)
Operating Weight
Terex 970 Elite7520.6 kg (16580 lbs)
Komatsu WB156-57497.9 kg (16530 lbs)
| Specification | Terex 970 Elite Backhoe Loaders | Komatsu WB156-5 Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 74.6 kW (100 HP) | 73.8 kW (99 HP) |
| Weight | 7520.6 kg (16580 lbs) | 7497.9 kg (16530 lbs) |
| Transmission | Full powershift | Synchronized |
| Pump Capacity | 160.1 LPM (42.3 GPM) | 165.0 LPM (43.6 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 3959.9 kg (8730 lbs) | 3900.9 kg (8600 lbs) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Perkins | Komatsu |
| Engine Model | 1104 C-44T | S4D102LE-2 |
| Gross Power | 74.6 kW (100 HP) | 73.8 kW (99 HP) |
| Net Power | 70.1 kW (94 HP) | 70.8 kW (95 HP) |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 4408.1 cc (269 cu in) | 4506.5 cc (275 cu in) |
| Power Measured | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Measured | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Max Torque (Net ) | 190.5 kg (420 lbs) | 140.6 kg (310 lbs) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 75 A | 95 A |
| Fuel Capacity | 130.2 l (34.4 gal) | 150.3 l (39.7 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.7 l (2.3 gal) | 9.1 l (2.4 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 16.3 l (4.3 gal) | 14.0 l (3.7 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 143.1 l (37.8 gal) | 97.3 l (25.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 23.1 l (6.1 gal) | 20.4 l (5.4 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | 12.1 l (3.2 gal) | 7.2 l (1.9 gal) |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | 13.2 l (3.5 gal) | 14.8 l (3.9 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Full powershift | Synchronized gearbox, power shuttle |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 2 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 41.7 km/h (25.9 mph) | 37.8 km/h (23.5 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 13.0 km/h (8.1 mph) | 37.8 km/h (23.5 mph) |
| Pump Type | Twin Gear Pump | Variable displacement piston |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 160.1 LPM (42.3 GPM) | 165.0 LPM (43.6 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 224.1 bar (3250 psi) | 245.0 bar (3553 psi) |
| Dig Depth | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 487.7 cm (192 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 609.6 cm (240 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 5261.7 kg (11600 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 5261.7 kg (11600 lbs) | — |
| Loading Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 457.2 cm (180 in) | 457.2 cm (180 in) |
| Reach At Load Height | 213.4 cm (84 in) | — |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | 304.8 cm (120 in) | — |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 61.0 cm (24 in) |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 701.0 cm (276 in) | 731.5 cm (288 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 3959.9 kg (8730 lbs) | 3900.9 kg (8600 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 7520.6 kg (16580 lbs) | 7497.9 kg (16530 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.2 m³ (1.57 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.25 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 238.8 cm (94 in) | 235.7 cm (92.8 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 5561.0 kg (12260 lbs) | 5996.5 kg (13220 lbs) |
| Reach From Swivel | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 609.6 cm (240 in) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Overall Length | 731.5 cm (288 in) | 762.0 cm (300 in) |
| Overall Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Turning Radius | 579.1 cm (228 in) | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| No Of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Aspiration | — | Turbocharged |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | — | 1474.2 kg (3250 lbs) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | — | 834.6 kg (1840 lbs) |
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