The Komatsu D475A is the second largest bulldozer in the Komatsu line after the D575A, the world's largest production bulldozer.[1] The current version is the 248,240 pounds (112,600 kg), 899 horsepower (670 kW) D475A-8 Tier 4.[2] There are several versions of the D475A that are used in surface mining, open-pit mining, quarries and construction worldwide.
| Komatsu D475A | |
|---|---|
| Type | Bulldozer/ripper |
| Manufacturer | Komatsu Ltd. |
| Production | 1986-present |
| Length | 37 feet 11 inches (11.56 m) |
| Width | 17 feet 3 inches (5.26 m) (width of standard blade) |
| Height | 15 feet 3 inches (4.65 m) |
| Weight | 238,960 pounds (108,390 kg) |
| Propulsion | Tracks |
The 740 horsepower (550 kW) D475A-1 was introduced in 1986 as a replacement for the 650 horsepower (480 kW) D455A.
See also
editReferences
editFurther reading
edit- Arabe, Katrina C. (2001-02-01). "No Bull About It: The World's Largest Dozer". ThomasNet News Industry Market Trends. Thomas Publishing Company. Archived from the original on 2010-10-14. Retrieved 2010-10-24.
...the Komatsu D575A is unquestionably the world's largest and most powerful bulldozer.
- "Komatsu America Corp. - Equipment - D475A-5 Tier 2". komatsuamerica.com. Komatsu America Corp. 2010. Archived from the original on July 13, 2011. Retrieved 2010-10-24.
SAE J1349 899 HP 671 kW
External links
edit- Komatsu America Corp. D475A-5 Tier 2 product page (archived on 2010-10-26)
- Komatsu D475A-5 With Tier 2 Engine Product Brochure AESS724-00 04/06 (EV-1) (archived on 2010-10-26)
- Dozer's Guide
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