Caterpillar 966 vs Komatsu WA470

Side-by-side comparison of specs, pricing, and estimated resale value.

SpecificationCaterpillar 966Komatsu WA470
Horsepower312 HP283 HP
Operating Weight55,000 lbs56,000 lbs
Base MSRP (New)$420,000$425,000
Est. 5-Year Value$209,337$211,829
5-Year Retention50%50%
Avg Annual Hours1,200 hrs/yr1,200 hrs/yr
Year Range2015-20262015-2026
Bucket Capacity5.0 yd³5.5 yd³

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Caterpillar 966

The iconic large wheel loader. Quarry, aggregate, and heavy material handling workhorse. Extremely strong resale. M series and newer are fuel efficient.

Popular Attachments

log forkspipe handlergrapple bucketsnow pusher
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Komatsu WA470

Large loading class for quarry and stockpile.

Popular Attachments

forkshigh-lift boomsnow pusher
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