25,960 kg299 hpMarket avg. €30k · 5 listed · 2 below market
Asking prices land at €26k – €33k, around 41% below the market average.
This model sits 47% below the class average across 114 peer models.
Across independent European dealers, used Komatsu WA480 listings currently run from €25,820 to €32,583, with a market average around €29,663. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 5 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Komatsu WA480 is a large wheel loader in the 26-tonne operating weight class, producing 299 hp and equipped with a 4.6 m3 bucket. Manufactured from 2018 to the present, it represents Komatsu's current-generation offering in the heavy wheel loader segment. Its combination of rated power and bucket volume positions it for high-throughput bulk material handling across a range of industries.
Machines in this class are deployed in quarrying, mining support, large-scale earthmoving, port and bulk terminal operations, and heavy construction logistics. The 4.6 m3 bucket capacity suits aggregate handling, stockpile management, and truck loading cycles where cycle time and payload consistency are priorities. Industrial and infrastructure contractors also deploy loaders of this size for site preparation and material transfer on large projects.
When inspecting a used WA480 or comparable large wheel loader, prioritise a full review of service records to verify that scheduled maintenance intervals have been observed. Inspect the articulation joint, steering cylinders, and frame for cracks or weld repairs, as these are high-stress points on machines of this operating weight. Tyre condition is a significant cost factor in this class and should be assessed carefully, including tread depth and sidewall integrity. Check for hydraulic leaks at the lift and tilt cylinders and at all quick-connect points if a coupler is fitted. A machine health report or oil sampling history from the engine and transmission provides useful insight into internal wear. Confirm that all electronic monitoring systems and emission-control components are functional, as these are standard on 2018-and-later units built to current emissions standards.
The WA480 competes directly with the Liebherr L576 and the Doosan DL450 in the heavy wheel loader segment. Buyers cross-shopping these models typically evaluate differences in rated engine power, bucket capacity, and operating weight, all of which affect cycle productivity and machine stability under load. The WA480's 299 hp output and 25960 kg operating weight place it competitively within this group, though individual specifications such as powertrain configuration and cab technology vary across brands and influence operator preference. Within any given price band for this class, the attributes that move a used unit are accumulated hours, overall mechanical condition, tyre wear and remaining tread depth, the presence of a factory quick-coupler or additional attachments, service history documentation, and whether the machine carries an active manufacturer or third-party warranty.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€30k).
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