Komatsu has a new wheel loader and the WA480-8 is its name. In addition to a larger bucket, a 15% more fuel-efficient engine and an auto-digging mode, the machine also has a larger torque converter compared to the outgoing model it replaces. Watch this video to find out why it is so beneficial.
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James Allen
James joined the Industrial Vehicle Technology International team in 2017. Previously he was Assistant Editor on an engineering title for several years and has worked for various other trade magazines before that. James is happily married and has a young daughter and son who keep him busy.