Komatsu WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP)
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Komatsu WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP)

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Komatsu WA80-5 (S/N H50051-UP) is a compact articulated wheel loader in Komatsu's long-running WA series, sized between the smaller WA65-5/WA70-5 and the larger WA90/WA100M compact loaders it shares a shop manual with. It runs the naturally aspirated, mechanically governed Komatsu 4D95LE-3 four-cylinder diesel, about 3.3 L displacement and rated near 45 kW (60 HP) at 2,350 rpm, with no electronic engine control. Operating weight is around 5,640 kg (12,430 lb) in standard trim and can run up to roughly 5.9 t (13,000 lb) depending on bucket, counterweight, and tire fitment. Drive is through a hydrostatic transmission with full power shift in both directions, paired with an articulated, oscillating-rear-axle chassis, hydrostatic steering, and a longitudinally mounted engine under a tilting hood for service access. This S/N H50051-UP block covers WA80-5 production through the mid-to-late 2000s, sitting between earlier WA80-generation loaders and the WA80-6 that replaced it around 2008. Komatsu offered it with a standard general-purpose bucket (about 0.9 m3 / 1.2 cu yd) or a larger light-material bucket (up to about 1.25 m3 / 1.6 cu yd), plus fork carriers, a 4-in-1 bucket, and a quick coupler for fast attachment changes, in canopy or enclosed-cab form.

Across the WA80 line, the -5 generation's defining break from what came before and after is the powertrain: this model keeps a simple, mechanically governed, naturally aspirated engine with no ECM, while the WA80-6 that followed moved to a turbocharged, electronically managed variant of the same engine family with more power and different service electronics. That makes the WA80-5 effectively the last loader of this size you can run and troubleshoot without a factory diagnostic laptop, which keeps it in demand with independent shops, landscapers, rental yards, and municipalities that want a compact, four-wheel, hydrostatic-drive loader without emissions-era electronics to manage. On the used and parts market, values track hard against hour meter reading, hydrostatic pump and motor condition, and axle and brake wear rather than software or emissions history. Because the mechanical fuel system, HST components, and axle design are shared across the WA65-5/WA70-5/WA80-5 family, parts sourcing and shop familiarity carry over well between these siblings, which keeps practical support for the WA80-5 reasonably strong well after production ended.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Komatsu WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) specifications

Engine

Engine modelKomatsu 4D95LE-3, inline 4-cylinder diesel, naturally aspirated
Net power45 kW / 60 HP (SAE J1349) at 2,350 rpm
Maximum torque214 Nm (158 lb-ft) at 1,600 rpm
Displacement3.29 L (3,294 cc / 201 cu in), 4 cylinders
Emissions certificationNot published in available spec sheets for this engine arrangement. Confirm the certified emissions level for this serial range with your dealer.

Weights

Operating weight5,640 kg (12,434 lb) with standard bucket fitted
Static tipping load, straight4,325 kg (9,534 lb)
Static tipping load, full turn3,690 kg (8,135 lb)
Shipping weightNot separately published; use operating weight for transport planning and verify with dealer for crated/knocked-down figures

Dimensions

Overall length, bucket on ground5.49 m (18.0 ft)
Overall width over tires1.88 m (6.17 ft)
Overall height to top of cab2.67 m (8.75 ft)
Wheelbase2.19 m (7.17 ft)
Ground clearance0.30 m (1.0 ft)
Turning radius (outside, over tires)3.81 m (12.5 ft)
Standard tire size405/70-18

Performance

Travel speed20 km/h (12.4 mph) on the standard transmission. A 30 km/h (18.6 mph) high-speed transmission option is documented under this same serial range in factory parts literature; confirm which transmission is fitted to a given unit
Bucket breakout force45.2 kN (10,164 lbf)
Static bucket lifting force50.3 kN (11,310 lbf)
Bucket raise time4.9 sec
Bucket dump time0.9 sec
GradeabilityNot published in available spec sheets for this model

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel tank84 L (22.2 US gal)
Hydraulic system, total29.9 L (7.9 US gal)
Engine oil, with filter7.6 L (2.0 US gal)
Cooling system9.1 L (2.4 US gal)
Front/rear axle (differential/final drive), each8.7 L (2.3 US gal)

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter)7.6 L (2.0 US gal)Komatsu Genuine diesel engine oil (EO series). Grade by ambient air temperature at startup: SAE10W below freezing, SAE10W30 for temperate range, SAE15W40 for warm climates, SAE30 for sustained heat. Meets API/JASO diesel engine oil spec for this engine generation.
Cooling system9.1 L (2.4 US gal)Komatsu Supercoolant AF-NAC permanent-type antifreeze/coolant, factory-filled. Mix ratio set by regional minimum ambient temperature; do not mix with other coolant brands or types.
Fuel tank84 L (22.2 US gal)ASTM D975 No. 2-D diesel fuel for normal service; switch to No. 1-D (or winter-grade blend) in cold climates to prevent wax/gelling. Use low-sulfur fuel matching the engine's emissions certification.
Hydrostatic transmission / hydraulic system (incl. tank)29.9 L (7.9 US gal)Komatsu Genuine hydraulic oil (HO series), graded by ambient temperature (lighter ISO-VG grade in cold climates, heavier in hot climates). This loader's hydrostatic drive circuit shares the main hydraulic reservoir; no separate transmission fill point is documented for this model. Do not substitute biodegradable oils without dealer confirmation of compatibility.
Front axle & differential (incl. wheel-end final drives)8.7 L (2.3 US gal)Komatsu Genuine axle oil (AXO series), SAE80W90 GL-5 gear oil.
Rear axle & differential (incl. wheel-end final drives)8.7 L (2.3 US gal)Komatsu Genuine axle oil (AXO series), SAE80W90 GL-5 gear oil.
Grease points (linkage pins, bushings, articulation joint)Not a fill-volume item — service per lube chart intervalKomatsu Genuine multipurpose lithium EP2 grease (G2-LI). Use molybdenum-disulfide grease only where the OMM lube chart calls it out for a specific point.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Komatsu WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 50 h
  • Check engine oil level before starting and top up with Komatsu genuine engine oil as needed
  • Check coolant level in the radiator reserve tank and inspect for external leaks
  • Check hydraulic tank oil level with the boom lowered and bucket flat on the ground
  • Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank and check fuel level
  • Grease the articulation joint, steering cylinder pins, and loader linkage pins
  • Check tire condition, inflation pressure, and wheel nut torque
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and replace the engine oil filter
  • Replace the fuel filter cartridge
  • Check and adjust alternator and fan belt tension
  • Check battery electrolyte level and clean terminal connections
  • Check the air cleaner element and clean or replace as needed
  • Grease remaining boom, bucket, and tilt-lever pins not covered on the shorter schedule
Every 500 h
  • Replace the hydraulic tank breather and return-line filter element
  • Pull an engine and hydraulic oil sample for the scheduled oil-condition monitoring program
  • Check the HST charge circuit and travel motor case-drain flow for abnormal leakage or noise
  • Inspect front and rear axle mounting hardware and driveshaft universal joints for wear or play
  • Check brake system oil level and pedal free travel on the wet-disc brakes
  • Retorque wheel nuts and inspect tire wear pattern
Every 1,000 h
  • Change front and rear axle (differential/final drive) oil
  • Change HST transmission case oil and clean the HST oil filter element
  • Replace the cooling system corrosion-resistor cartridge if fitted
  • Check engine valve clearance on the 4D95LE-3 and adjust if out of specification
  • Inspect the articulation center pin and bushings for excess play
  • Check alternator and starter motor condition
Every 2,000 h
  • Change engine coolant and flush the cooling system
  • Change hydraulic tank oil and clean the suction strainer
  • Check and adjust the fuel injection pump timing and injector nozzles
  • Inspect radiator and oil cooler cores and hoses for internal scale or deterioration
  • Inspect and service alternator and starter brushes
  • Inspect wheel bearings and steering cylinder pins for wear and replace bushings as needed
Every 4,000 h
  • Inspect and grease the propeller shaft universal joints and center bearing
  • Inspect the HST pump and motor internally for wear if performance has degraded
  • Inspect wet brake discs and resurface or replace as needed
  • Perform a full axle housing and differential inspection ahead of any rebuild decision

Servicing the WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance and Fluid Analysis

Because the 4D95LE-3 runs no ECM, there is no fault-code history to lean on, so hour-based sampling is the primary early-warning tool. Pull engine oil, HST case-drain oil, and axle oil samples at scheduled intervals and watch for water intrusion in the hydrostatic charge circuit, a common failure entry point, and for metal count trending up in axle differential oil. Track coolant condition to catch scale before the compact radiator core plugs, and log hydraulic oil cleanliness, since the WA80-5's HST system is sensitive to contamination.

Corrective and Common Repairs

Most WA80-5 corrective work centers on the hydrostatic drive and the articulation joint. Watch for HST charge-pump wear causing sluggish creep speed or a loss of power in one travel direction, and check the input-shaft seal area for case leakage where aging pump housings work loose. Center articulation pins and bushings wear from constant steering load in tight yard work, so check for play at the pivot before it transfers into the frame. Wet brake discs and steering cylinder pins are the other recurring wear points on this chassis.

Overhaul and Rebuild Points

At higher hours, rebuild attention on the WA80-5 focuses on the HST pump and motor pair, the front and rear axle differentials, and the naturally aspirated 4D95LE-3's injection pump and injectors. Valve clearance and injector calibration drift over time on this mechanically governed engine and should be checked during any major service, not only after a failure. Axle housings on this chassis absorb heavy shock load from loader-bucket work, so bearing and gear wear should be inspected alongside any HST rebuild rather than treated as a separate job.

Seasonal and Environment Servicing

Cold-weather operation on the WA80-5 needs correct-viscosity engine oil and adequate coolant freeze protection, since the naturally aspirated, mechanically governed 4D95LE-3 has no electronic cold-start assist beyond a basic intake air heater. In hot or dusty environments, the compact engine bay and radiator and oil-cooler stack clog quickly, so clean screens and cores more often than the standard interval. Because this is a wheeled, articulated machine, seasonal tire pressure checks and wet-brake oil condition matter as much as engine service, especially where the loader works wet yards or salted surfaces.

WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) common service parts

Part numberPart
6204-71-7200Fuel FilterCheck fitment →
42U-01-13170Air FilterCheck fitment →
07000-02135O-Ring,Hydraulic Oil FilterCheck fitment →
600-311-2110Filter ElementCheck fitment →
6204-71-7210Filter HeadCheck fitment →

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WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp (red, engine symbol)Engine lubrication oil pressure has dropped below the safe minimum.Low oil level, clogged oil filter, worn oil pump, or a faulty pressure sender or wiring.Stop the engine immediately. Check oil level and filter condition before restarting.
Battery Charge Warning Lamp (battery symbol)Alternator is not charging the battery circuit.Loose or worn fan/alternator belt, failed alternator, or a loose or corroded wiring connection.Check belt tension and battery terminals first, then test alternator output.
Coolant Temperature Gauge in red zoneEngine coolant temperature has exceeded the normal operating range.Low coolant level, clogged radiator core or screen, failed thermostat, or a slipping fan belt.Idle the engine to cool down, then check coolant level, radiator fins, and belt once it is safe to do so.
Torque Converter Oil Temperature Caution LampTransmission and torque converter oil is running hot.Low oil level, clogged oil cooler, or prolonged stall-condition operation during heavy digging or loading.Reduce load and let the converter cool at low idle, then check oil level and cooler for blockage.
Air Cleaner Restriction IndicatorIntake air filter restriction has reached the service limit.Dirty or clogged air filter element.Inspect the element and clean or replace it.
Parking Brake Warning LampParking brake is applied, or its circuit shows a fault.Parking brake lever left engaged, low brake circuit pressure, or a faulty switch.Confirm the parking brake lever position; if the lamp stays on with the brake released, check the switch and linkage.
Fuel Level Gauge - low/emptyFuel tank level is critically low.Machine operated near empty on fuel.Refuel promptly. If the engine has run out of fuel, bleed air from the mechanical injection fuel system before restarting.

Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.

WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) attachments & work tools

Universal bucket

Standard work tool is a 0.9 m³ (SAE heaped) universal bucket, roughly 1.91 m wide. A 1.25 m³ variant is also offered for general loading and light excavation duty.

Light-material bucket

Higher-volume, lower-density buckets at 1.0 m³ and 1.25 m³ for bulky, low-density material such as mulch or loose aggregate where cubic capacity matters more than payload weight.

4-in-1 (multi-purpose) bucket

0.8 m³ combination bucket that dozes, grades, clamshell-grabs, and loads with one tool, operated through a two-way bucket cylinder.

High-dump bucket

1.1 m³ bucket with a raised dump point for clearing truck sideboards or loading into hoppers on this class of compact loader.

Mulch grapple bucket

0.7 m³ hydraulic clamping grapple bucket for handling loose or bulky organic material such as brush, mulch, or debris.

Side-dump bucket

0.7 m³ bucket that discharges to the side instead of forward, useful for backfilling or loading in tight aisles without swinging the machine.

Pallet forks

Optional fork carrier and tines rated for a forklift payload around 2,200 kg, versus roughly 1,850 kg standard-bucket payload. Fork geometry keeps tines level through the lift without constant operator readjustment.

Quick coupler / hydraulic hitch

Market-compatible hydraulic quick coupler is standard, with ISO 16028-type quick connectors offered as an option. All listed buckets and attachments mount through this coupler for fast changeover from the cab.

Sweeper

Optional broom attachment mounted through the same quick-coupler system, used for yard and hard-surface cleanup rather than digging duty.

Load stabilizer (ECSS)

Optional electronically controlled hydro-pneumatic boom damping system. Smooths ride and reduces load spillage when traveling with a full bucket or heavy attachment over rough ground.

Locking differentials

Optional 100% manual front and rear differential locks improve traction when running attachments such as forks or grapples in soft, loose, or uneven ground.

Operator guarding

Standard ROPS/FOPS cab structure built to EN474 machinery safety requirements, relevant when running attachments with falling-object or debris exposure such as grapple or sweeper work.

All WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) assemblies by section

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01 Engine, Engine Mounting
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting
01***95Screw2
01***10Screw2
01***25Bolt, Mount Engine Oil Drain To Fuel Tank8
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 02 Cylinder Block And Attaching Parts
04***20Pin,Dowel (Welded)2
04***28Pin, Dowel - Transmission Case, Pin-Dowel2
04***08Adapter Sleeves6
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 04 Crank Assembly
01***45Bolt,Nylock1
61***31Plate1
62***00Main Metal Ass'Y5
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 05 Cylinder Head And Attaching Parts
01***20Bolt, Hose Clamps (Inlet And Return Line Hoses)4
02***04Plug, Pipe1
07***08Plug, Expansion4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 07 Cylinder Head Cover, Attaching Parts
61***10Cap, Oil Filler1
61***20Screw3
61***30Washer,(B)3
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 08 Timing Gear Case And Flywheel Housing
01***16Bolt, Mounting Transmission Control Switch2
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve2
01***55Screw11
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 09 Engine Timing Gear
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)2
01***70Bolt,(For 75a Alternator)1
04***16Fitting Wedge1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 10 Engine Lubrication
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve4
01***25Bolt - Relay Mounting1
07***59Clamp,See Fig. K4010-05a04
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 15 Water Pump
01***16Screw6
01***14Bolt,(W/Joy Stick Str.)(W/O Heater)4
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 20 Injection System
01***30Stud Bolt2
01***12Bolt,(See Fig. K0210-16a0)1
01***25Screw2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 24 Injection Pump, Body Pump
14***00O-Ring1
14***00Shim0
62***90Injection Pump1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 28 Fuel System, Pre Filter
01***45Bolt,Nylock1
61***31Plate1
62***00Main Metal Ass'Y5
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 49 Air Filter System, Standard
01***30Bolt,(Water Separator Spec.)2
01***06Nut,(With Back-Up Alarm) (Op), Nut; Was 01580-108062
01***12Washer,(With Body Positioner)2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 54 Air Cleaner
42***70Air Filter1
42***01Filter Element1
42***02Filter Element1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 01 Engine, Engine Mounting : 57 Exhaust System
01***20Bolt, Hose Clamps (Inlet And Return Line Hoses)9
42***00Silencer1
42***20Gasket1
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02 Cooling System
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 02 Cooling System : 73 Radiator
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve6
01***30Bolt - Lower Oil Cooler Outlet Tubemounting4
01***06Nut,(With Back-Up Alarm) (Op), Nut; Was 01580-108066
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 02 Cooling System : 74 Radiator Attaching Parts
01***40Screw, Hex Socket2
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve5
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)4
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03 Electric System
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 42 Alternator
01***95Bolt (M10-1.50x95)1
01***25Bolt - Relay Mounting2
01***30Bolt,(Water Separator Spec.)1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 43 Starter Motor
01***35Bolt,R.H. (For Add. Air Compressor)2
60***50Startermotor1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 56 Electric System, Lighting Unit
01***16Screw, Mount Parking Lights4
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve1
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 61 Electric System, Harness
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable7
04***10Clip,(With Accumulator)1
04***10Clip,(Without Cab)1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 62 Electric System, Relay
01***16Screw,(Sandy And Dusty Terrain S.)4
01***10Screw,(For Wiper Switch Earth)3
01***12Screw,(With Articulate Indicator)5
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 63 Instrument Box And Instruments
42***23Plain Washer2
42***01Orifice Plate2
42***36Orifice Plate4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 65 Windshield-Wiper - Washer System
01***16Bolt, Mounting Transmission Control Switch4
01***05Nut,(For Air Conditioner Less), Nut4
08***34Tie, Cable3
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 03 Electric System : 74 Battery
01***16Bolt, Mount Solenoid Valve2
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable4
04***10Clip1
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04 Transmission, Universal Joint
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 04 Transmission, Universal Joint : 61 Axial Piston Pump
42***01Pump1
42***02Variator1
42***03Control1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 04 Transmission, Universal Joint : 75 Universal Joint
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 04 Transmission, Universal Joint : 83 Clutch
01***25Bolt,(For Canvas Canopy?Head Guard)8
01***25Bolt,Sight12
42***10Coupling/Clutch1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 04 Transmission, Universal Joint : 98 Axial Piston Engine
05 Rear Axle
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 05 Rear Axle : 43 Rear Axle
01***90Screw8
42***00Nut16
42***10Rear Axle1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 05 Rear Axle : 44 Axle Insert
42***55Shim0
42***56Shim0
42***57Shim0
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 05 Rear Axle : 45 Differential
42***74Bevel Gear1
42***75Shank2
42***76Shim4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 05 Rear Axle : 46 Differential
42***75Shank2
42***76Shim4
42***80Screw2
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06 Disc Wheel, Chain
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 06 Disc Wheel, Chain : 77 Disc Wheel
42***10Valve4
42***20Rim4
42***20Rim4
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07 Steering
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 07 Steering : 07 Steering Cylinder
01***20Bolt, Hose Clamps (Inlet And Return Line Hoses)2
41***80Union2
42***20Stud4
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08 Front Axle
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 08 Front Axle : 00 Front Axle
42***00Nut16
42***90U Bolt2
42***10Front Axle1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 08 Front Axle : 01 Axle Insert
42***51Screw2
42***54Drive1
42***55Shim6
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 08 Front Axle : 02 Differential
42***74Bevel Gear1
42***75Shank2
42***76Shim4
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09 Brake System
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 09 Brake System : 00 Brake System
01***16Bolt, Mounting Transmission Control Switch2
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)4
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 09 Brake System : 90 Hand Brake And Operating Assembly
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable3
01***12Washer,(With Body Positioner)1
04***15Pin,Cotter (Itl)1
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10 Frame
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 10 Frame : 02 Frame
01***40Screw2
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)4
01***45Washer,(For Travel Motor) (Not Show)2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 10 Frame : 03 Hinge
01***35Screw1
01***80Screw1
01***35Bolt,R.H. (For Add. Air Compressor)4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 10 Frame : 09 Radiator Guard And Bonnet
01***16Bolt - Seat And Tether Belt Mounting4
01***20Bolt, Wiring Harness Mounting Bracket2
01***30Bolt,Stopper2
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11 Drivers Cab
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 00 Safety Cabin
01***00Capscrew8
01***25Screw1
01***10Screw1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 01 Safety Cabin, Doors
01***85Screw2
01***25Screw1
01***10Screw2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 11 Soundproofing Of Cabin
42***53Plug4
42***63Ashtray1
42***66Washer4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 17 Safety Cabin, Steering
42***58Screw2
42***66Washer6
42***75Disc4
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 18 Heater
42***60Plain Washer2
42***23Plain Washer6
42***59Gasket1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 19 Air Conditioner
42***23Plain Washer6
42***23Nut4
42***26Screw6
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 11 Drivers Cab : 27 Drivers Seat, Attaching Parts
01***25Screw4
01***25Washer,Spring?For Additional Rear Lam2
01***12Washer,(With Body Positioner)4
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13 Hydraulic System
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 13 Hydraulic System : 00 Pumps For Hydraulic System
42***01Shaft Seal1
42***02Circlip1
42***03Security Cap2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 13 Hydraulic System : 12 Control Valve
42***07Spool1
42***08Spool1
42***09Disc1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 13 Hydraulic System : 26 Lift Cylinder
01***20Bolt,(Forwarded Individually Parts)1
07***70O-Ring,(For Intake Air Cover)1
07***45O-Ring (K10)1
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 13 Hydraulic System : 28 Bucket Cylinder
01***16Bolt - Starting Motor Ground Cable1
04***10Clamp1
07***90O-Ring,(Dk029369-0020) (K2)1
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15 Equipment
Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 15 Equipment : 00 Bucket
42***80Bucket1
42***40Chopper1
42***70Reinforcement2
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Komatsu : Wa80-5(S/N H50051-Up) : 15 Equipment : 02 Quick Change
42***30Change Device1
42***31Disc2
42***32Pin2
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WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) serial number reference

The serial/PIN plate on Komatsu wheel loaders of this era is mounted on the machine frame, typically near the operator's cab; exact side (left or right) varies by model and production plant, so check both sides if it is not immediately visible. Komatsu also stamps the number directly into the frame steel near the plate. Read it as a letter-plus-two-digit block code (here "H50") followed by the sequential unit number - e.g., H50051 is unit 051 in the H50 block. "And up" means every unit from that number forward, with no later internal break documented for this generation. Verify exact plate location and confirm no later serial break applies to a specific unit with your dealer.

PrefixIdentifies
H50WA80-5, 20 km/h standard drivetrain
H50WA80-5, 30 km/h high-speed drivetrain (export/European-market gearing)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Komatsu WA80-5 (S/N H50051-UP) use?

It uses the Komatsu 4D95LE-3, a naturally aspirated, mechanically governed four-cylinder diesel of about 3.3 L displacement, rated near 45 kW (60 HP) at 2,350 rpm. There is no electronic engine control (ECM) on this engine.

What is the operating weight of the Komatsu WA80-5 (S/N H50051-UP)?

Operating weight runs about 5,640 kg (12,430 lb) in standard configuration and can reach roughly 5.9 t (13,000 lb) depending on bucket size, counterweight, and tire choice. Confirm the exact figure against your machine's spec plate and OMM capacity chart, since it varies by configuration.

What replaced the Komatsu WA80-5 (S/N H50051-UP)?

Komatsu replaced it with the WA80-6 starting around 2008. The WA80-6 moved to a turbocharged, higher-output variant of the same engine family with updated emissions and electronics, while keeping the same general compact articulated-loader layout.

What WA80-5(S/N H50051-UP) owners discuss

What kind of drivetrain does this loader use, and what do techs say about how it behaves day to day?
The WA80-5 in this serial range (H50051-up) uses Komatsu's hydrostatic transmission (HST), not a torque converter and powershift box. Drive direction and speed are set electro-hydraulically and the system is full-power switchable in either direction, with no clutch packs or converter lockup to wear out. This same serial block was built in at least two travel-speed configurations (roughly 20 km/h and 30 km/h), so confirm which one a given machine has rather than assuming one spec sheet fits all of them. Because there's no torque converter, drive feel depends heavily on charge-pump condition and oil cleanliness. Weak pushing power, a delayed or mushy response, or a whine from the transmission usually points to a tired charge pump, a clogged HST filter, or dirty fluid, not a failed drive motor. In cold weather these loaders need a real warm-up: run at fast idle and cycle the loader arms until the coolant and HST oil temperature gauges both sit in the normal range before working the machine hard. Skipping that step is the most common cause of sluggish, cold-start drive complaints.
Any recurring complaints about the loader arm or bucket hydraulics?
The lift and tilt circuit on this size of machine is a simple fixed-displacement system, not a high-flow setup, so a loader that feels slow to lift or curl is usually telling you something rather than just being small. Low fluid level, a partly clogged suction strainer, or trapped air after a hose or cylinder repair are the usual causes of sluggish arm speed. The HST and the implement hydraulics commonly share the same reservoir and pump architecture on a loader this size, so contaminated or degraded oil affects both circuits together - a shop chasing slow lift arms should also check transmission charge pressure, and vice versa. A bucket that creeps down on its own while raised and loaded points to worn cylinder seals or a leaking control valve; pressure test before replacing a pump.
What wear patterns show up on the frame, tires, and articulation joint?
This is a center-articulated loader, so the center pin and bushings carry steering and side loads every time the machine turns while working a pile. Daily greasing before startup is what keeps pin-to-bushing clearance tight; skipped or infrequent greasing is the main reason an articulation joint develops steering slop or a knock over time. Watch the tires for mismatched tread depth side to side or heavy inner-edge wear - that usually means a steering-cylinder or toe issue, not just normal use. This model's rear-axle oscillation is meant to keep all four tires loaded evenly on rough ground; if the oscillation binds or one side rides stiff, check the oscillation pivot bushings before blaming tire wear or alignment.
What quirks or failure points come up with this engine?
This serial range runs Komatsu's 4D95LE-3 diesel, a naturally aspirated four-cylinder rated on the factory sheet at roughly 45 kW (60 HP) at 2,350 rpm - the same base rating used on this loader's WA65-5 and WA70-5 siblings sold in the same lineup. It is a mechanically governed, indirect-injection engine with no exhaust aftertreatment to fail, which keeps diagnostics straightforward, but the injection pump and injectors are sensitive to fuel quality. Contaminated, stale, or watery fuel is the most commonly cited cause of hard starting, smoky exhaust, rough idle, or a flat power feel on this engine family, more often than an actual mechanical fault. These loaders spend a lot of time in dusty yards and quarries, so a neglected air filter is a frequent root cause of gradual power loss that gets mistaken for injector wear.
What electrical or sensor problems come up?
This generation predates the multiplexed electronics on later Tier 4 Komatsu loaders, so the wiring is comparatively simple: relays, a handful of pressure and temperature senders, and a key-switch starting circuit. The most common owner complaint that looks electrical is a no-crank condition that actually traces back to the transmission-neutral safety interlock. The machine is wired so the starter won't engage unless the HST control is confirmed in neutral, and a worn or misadjusted neutral switch, a sticking relay, or a corroded connector at that switch commonly gets misdiagnosed as a bad starter or solenoid. A weak or slow-cycling glow plug relay is the other recurring cold-start complaint. Because a starting-circuit fault can look identical to the safety interlock doing its job correctly, have your dealer verify the interlock and wiring before replacing the starter.
What should I check before buying a used one?
Confirm the actual serial number falls in the H50051-and-up range before assuming an earlier WA80 generation's parts or specs apply, and note that this same range covers at least two different travel-speed configurations, so match the machine to its own data plate rather than a generic listing. Ask for maintenance records and compare the hour meter against wear on the pedals, seat, and control levers - a low-hour machine with no service history is a bigger risk than a higher-hour machine with documented fluid and filter changes. Cold-start it and watch exhaust color, listen for unusual injector or turbo noise, and once warmed up confirm the HST responds promptly in both directions; a hesitant or weak launch after warm-up points to charge-pump or fluid condition. Cycle the loader arms through full travel, watch for a raised bucket drifting down on its own, and check for leaks at the cylinders and hose fittings. Rock the bucket to feel for play in the center articulation pin and check tires for uneven or damaged tread. Check that the tiltable cab or engine hood opens freely - a stiff or seized tilt point usually means the machine was never serviced properly. Have your dealer verify any transmission or interlock fault history and check hydraulic and HST pressures on a shop gauge before finalizing a purchase.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

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