Komatsu WA470 vs Volvo L120
The Komatsu WA470 is the heavier machine, at 23.3 t against 19.6 t, and the Komatsu WA470 has more power (203 kW against 190 kW).
The Komatsu WA470 is ahead on: more power, dumps higher, reaches higher, bigger bucket or body, lifts or carries more, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank. The Volvo L120 is ahead on: faster, narrower to transport, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Komatsu WA470 and the Volvo L120 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Komatsu WA470 | Volvo L120 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23,295 kg | 19,610 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 204 kW+7% | 190 kW |
| Dump clearance at max liftHigher is better | 3.185 m+16% | 2.75 m |
| Hinge pin height (max lift)Higher is better | 4.36 m+6% | 4.1 m |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 4.2 m³+24% | 3.4 m³ |
| Static tipping load (full turn)Higher is better | 15,875 kg+34% | 11,840 kg |
| Breakout forceHigher is better | 192 kN+20% | 160 kN |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 260 L/min+103% | 128 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 413 L+53% | 270 L |
| Top speedHigher is better | 36.2 km/h | 40 km/h+10% |
| Width over tyresLower is better | 3.01 m | 2.67 m+11% |
| Height to top of cabLower is better | 3.5 m | 3.38 m+3% |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Weight
Engine
Performance
Hydraulics
Transmission
Tyres
Service capacities
Service intervals
Sources: Komatsu WA470-6R brochure CEN00309-04 (Komatsu Middle East, en-ae) · Volvo L120H product guide, Tier 3 (20062977-D), from Volvo CE Middle East
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Komatsu WA470 vs Volvo L120: questions
Which is bigger, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
By operating weight the Komatsu WA470 is the biggest at 23.3 t, then the Volvo L120 at 19.6 t.
Which has more power, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
The Komatsu WA470: Komatsu WA470 204 kW (273 HP), Volvo L120 190 kW (255 hp) (gross power), a 7% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
The Komatsu WA470: Komatsu WA470 4.2 m³, Volvo L120 3.4 m³ (bucket capacity), a 24% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
The Komatsu WA470: Komatsu WA470 15,875 kg, Volvo L120 11,840 kg (static tipping load (full turn)), a 34% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
The Komatsu WA470: Komatsu WA470 413 L, Volvo L120 270 L (fuel tank), a 53% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Komatsu WA470 or Volvo L120?
The Volvo L120: Komatsu WA470 3.01 m, Volvo L120 2.67 m (width over tyres), a 11% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
