NET HORSEPOWER

70.8 kW 95 HP @ 2200 rpm

OPERATING WEIGHT
7498 kg 16,530 lb

WB156-5
WB156PS-5 WB
156

BACKHOE LOADER

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WALK-AROUND
The Dash 5 Komatsu Backhoe Loaders include the best from our previous
series and add innovations for the future. The WB156-5 has the power, speed, balance,
control, and operator comfort to be extremely productive in a very competitive world.

Spacious and comfortable

operator station allows 360° visibility. Corner mounted
Adjustable seat, steering, and backhoe controls exhaust enhances visibility.
allow the machine to better fit the operator.
Switches and gauges are clustered to simplify
operation.
Tilting engine hood
can be opened when the loader is
in the raised or lowered position.

Powerful engine and hydraulics

70.8 kW 95 HP engine combined with Komatsu’s HydrauMind
hydraulic system provides fast, precise, and comfortable
operation. Two working modes allow the operator to choose
between maximum power and minimum fuel consumption.

Dual direction parallel lift

loader linkage keeps the bucket or
forks near level throughout the lifting arc.

Heavy-duty cast
nose guard provides
integral counterweight and
front protection to the engine
compartment.

Large loader bucket Steering Cylinders

0.95 m3 1.25 yd3 loader bucket with bolt-on are mounted behind and above the front
cutting edge. Optional 0.99 m3 1.30 yd3 multi- axle for protection from jobsite debris.
purpose bucket shown in walkaround photo.

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NET HORSEPOWER
70.8 kW 95 HP @ 2200 rpm

OPERATING WEIGHT
7498 kg 16,530 lb
Front roof cutout provides a
better view of loader at full height.

Telescopic arm option

increases dig depth to 5969 mm 19'7".

S-Boom design
provides superior visibility
and helps the operator avoid
obstructions when digging or
loading trucks.

Dual tapered
backhoe buckets are
equipped with Extreme Service (XS)
adapters and teeth (optional).

Reversible outrigger
pads accommodate both earth
and paved surfaces.

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Heavy-duty power shuttle
transmission and axles
Optional PowerShift (WB156PS-5) for shift-on-the-fly
with column-mounted lever.
Large, lockable
toolbox located under step.

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DASH-5 FEATURES

Tilting Steering Column Excavator Controls Adjustable Wrist Rests

The steering column has a single lever Mounted on tilting towers with Maximize ergonomics and operator
that locks when released at the desired changeable control pattern. comfort.
position.

Pilot Actuated Loader Joystick Pilot Actuated Outrigger Levers Corner Exhaust/Front Roof Cut-out
Multi-function controls for loader, Provide smooth and precise control. Provide an unobstructed view even when
differential lock, declutch, speed-up, loader bucket is at full height.
and optional 4-in-1 bucket control.
Clustered gauges and switches are
in plain view and easy to reach.

S-Shape Backhoe Heavy-duty Buckets

Enhances truck loading, improves Include XS adapter system.
visibility, provides strong breakout and
lift capacities.

Dual Direction Parallel Lift

Mechanical linkage design keeps the
load level from bottom to top
(max 11° tilt back).

Tiltable Engine Hood Lockable Toolbox

Allows access to service check points. Secure storage for tools, grease gun,
Locks with the ignition key. etc.
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OPERATOR STATION

The Dash-5 operator station is state-of-the-art. Interior
appointments are rugged. The multiple seat and control
adjustment mechanisms enable a better fit for both large
and small operators and provide hours of comfortable
operation. The canopy, or cab, has a true double-entry
platform. The climate controlled cab is quiet and has 10
vents for excellent air circulation. The cab’s rounded shape
provides a spacious and quiet environment. Visibility is
unsurpassed. The one-piece rear window is easy and quick
to open and close.

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SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE STEERING

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Komatsu S4D102LE-2 The front steering wheels are controlled by a hydrostatic load
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vertical, 4-cycle water-cooled diesel engine sensing steering priority valve system.
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Turbocharged Minimum turning radius at the outer edge of front tire:
Combustion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Direct injection Without brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4000 mm 13'1"
Compression ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18:1 With brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3400 mm 11'2"
Number of cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Piston displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.5 ltr 275 in3
Horsepower rating - WB156-5/WB156PS-5
TRANSMISSION
Gross horsepower @ 2200 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73.8 kW 99 HP
Net horsepower @ 2200 rpm (SAE J 1349) . . . . . .70.8 kW 95 HP WB156-5
Max torque @ 1500 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 Nm 305 ft lb Shifting between 2WD and 4WD is achieved through an electro-
Lubrication system: hydraulic system. The transmission is operated through a torque
Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gear pump, force-lubrication converter and a power shift reversing shuttle; the mechanical 4-
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Full-flow type speed gearbox is synchronized
Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dry type with double elements and
Travel 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
dust evacuator, condition indicator
Speeds km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Radiator
Starting system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Electric motor with air pre-heating Forward 6.3 3.9 11.4 7.1 21.3 13.2 37.8 23.5
system for cold climate Reverse 6.3 3.9 11.4 7.1 21.3 13.2 37.8 23.5

WB156PS-5
Electronically-controlled, four-wheel drive, full powershift
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM transmission. Twist Grip or Electronic Gear Management (EGMTM)
gear controls for changing driving direction and gears at full power
Electric circuit with protected connections in all exposed areas without disengaging the drive. Twist Grip Controls in manual mode.
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 V
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Ah (860 CCA) Travel 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Alternator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 A Speeds km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph
Electric starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 kw Forward 6.5 4.0 12.0 7.5 23.0 14.3 40.0 24.9
Reverse 6.5 4.0 12.0 7.5 23.0 14.3 — —

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The HydrauMind hydraulic system affords the operator very precise
backhoe movements. This system is energy efficient and incorporates
two different working modes: economy and constant power. The
advanced hydraulic system includes the "speed up" function to
increase the working speed of the front loader.
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HydrauMind
Type . . . . . . . . . . . .Closed-center Load Sensing System (CLSS) with
economy/power selector switch (power mode is the default)
Pump type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Variable displacement axial piston
Pump control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Load sensing
Main valve . . . . .Load Independent Flow Divider (LIFD) modular type
Max delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 ltr/min 43.6 gal/min
Working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 bar 3,553 psi
SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES
AXLES
Heavy duty axles with planetary reduction gears in the wheel hubs.
Front axle total oscillation angle is 20˚. Differential lock in the rear
axle controlled by electro-hydraulic system with a switch on loader
lever.
Maximum front strength (Dynamic) . . . . . . . . . . 9800 daN 22,031 lb
Maximum front strength (Static) . . . . . . . . . . . . 23750 daN 53,392 lb
Maximum rear strength (Dynamic) . . . . . . . . . . . 7500 daN 16,861 lb
Maximum rear strength (static) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18750 daN 42,152 lb
BRAKES
Oil immersed disc brakes are actuated by individual braking on each
rear wheel with two separate pedals. Total integral braking on the 4
wheels is activated by operating the two pedals at the same time.
Disc diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 mm 11.8"

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 ltr 2.4 U.S. gal

Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ltr 3.7 U.S. gal
Fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 ltr 39.6 U.S. gal
Hydraulic oil tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 ltr 10.8 U.S. gal
Hydraulic oil system capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 ltr 25.6 U.S. gal
Front axle oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.5 ltr 2.0 U.S. gal
Rear axle oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.5 ltr 3.8 U.S. gal
Gearbox oil, Power Shuttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.2 ltr 5.3 U.S. gal
Gearbox oil, Power Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28.0 ltr 7.4 U.S. gal
CAB
ROPS and FOPS level 2. Cab designed to offer the best visibility,
ergonomics, low noise, and operator comfort. Two doors, full
opening rear window with front and rear windshield wipers. Interior
features include a fully adjustable seat, fresh filtered air intake
ventilation, and easy to reach front and side dash boards.

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LOADER BACKHOE

The design of the front loader allows for better tensile strength The boom has a rounded profile and reinforced structure built with
distribution and parallel movements when raising and lowering the cast ends allowing for 180˚ rotation while maintaining high rotation
bucket. Due to the linkage geometry, the number of greasing points torque.
has been dramatically reduced. Bucket breakout force (ISO 6015) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6126 kg 13,505 lb
Standard bucket width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2356 mm 7'9" Arm breakout force (ISO 6015) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3915 kg 8,631 lb
Standard bucket capacity (SAE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.95 m3 1.25 yd3
Standard bucket weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 kg 1,000 lb
Lifting capacity at maximum height . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3900 kg 8,598 lb
Lifting capacity at ground level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5000 kg 11,020 lb
Breakout force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6000 kg 13,224 lb

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A Maximum height 4230 mm 13'11" O Maximum digging height 5525 mm 18'2"

B Hinge pin height 3367 mm 11'1" - with extended telescopic 6136 mm 20'2"
C Overall height, ROPS Cab 2935 mm 9'8" P Digging depth (2' level bottom) 4670 mm 15'4"
D Maximum dumping height 2622 mm 8'7" - with extended telescopic 5916 mm 19'5"
E Reach at maximum height and Q Reach at maximum height 3046 mm 10'0"
45˚ dump angle 750 mm 2'5" - with extended telescopic 4239 mm 13'11"
F Dumping angle 45˚ R Maximum reach from swing center 6034 mm 19'10"
G Rollback angle 45˚ - with extended telescopic 7164 mm 23'6"
H Digging depth 138 mm 5.4" S Maximum digging depth 4725 mm 15'6"
I Bucket reach (transport) 2023 mm 6'8" - with extended telescopic 5970 mm 19'7"
J Ground clearance 430 mm 1'5" T Digging reach 2320 mm 7'7"
K Wheel base 2175 mm 7'2" U Rear tread 1800 mm 5'11"
L Backhoe swing center distance 1175 mm 3'10" V Front tread 1874 mm 6'2"
M Transportation length 7504 mm 24'7" W Overall width (with bucket) 2356 mm 7'9"
N Dumping height (SAE) 3761 mm 12'4" X Backhoe transportation height 3676 mm 12'1"
- with retracted telescopic 3747 mm 12'4" - with telescopic arm 3746 mm 12'4"
- with extended telescopic 4435 mm 14'7"

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SPECIFICATIONS
LIFTING CAPACITY

Standard Arm Retracted Telescopic Arm

METERS FEET
METERS FEET
20
6
20
6
18
18
5
1472 kg 3,245 lb 16
5
1582 kg 3,488 lb 1373 kg 3,027 lb 16
14 1462 kg 3,223 lb
1688 kg 3,721 lb 4 14
1576 kg 3,474 lb 4
2373 kg 1711 kg 3,772 lb 12
5,232 lb 2273 kg 1604 kg 3,536 lb 12
2311 kg 1707 kg 3,763 lb 5,011 lb
3 10 2212 kg
5,095 lb 1601 kg 3,530 lb 3 10
4,877 lb
2339 kg 1689 kg 3,724 lb
5,157 lb 8 2234 kg 1584 kg 3,492 lb
60 4,925 lb 8
2460 kg 1661 kg 3,662 lb 60 1559 kg 3,437 lb
2353 kg
5,423 lb 6 5,187 lb 2
6
2751 kg 1635 kg 3,605 lb 2619 kg 1530 kg 3,373 lb
6,065 lb 5,774 lb
4
3540 kg 1607 kg 3,543 lb 3370 kg 1500 kg 3,307 lb 4
1
7,804 lb 7,430 lb
1575 kg 3,472 lb 2 1472 kg 3,245 lb 2

GROUND LEVEL 1549 kg 3,4150lb GROUND LEVEL 1446 kg 3,188 lb

0 0 0

1527 kg 3,366 lb 1422 kg 3,135 lb

-2 -2
1508 kg 3,325 lb 1399 kg 3,084 lb
-1
-4
-4

SWING AXIS
1384 kg 3,051 lb
1491 kg 3,287 lb
SWING AXIS

1373 kg 3,027 lb -6
1483 kg 3,269 lb -6 -2
-2
1374 kg 3,029 lb -8
1486 kg 3,276 lb -8
1395 kg 3,075 lb -3 -10
1512 kg 3,333 lb -3 -10
1475 kg 3,252 lb
-12
1600 kg 3,527 lb 1703 kg 3,754 lb
-12 -4
1812 kg 3,995 lb -4 -14
-14
-16
-5
-16
METERS -5
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 -18

-18 -6
FEET METERS
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 -20
-4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
FEET

-4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24

Extended Telescopic Arm

METERS FEET

20
6

835 kg 1,841 lb 18
959 kg 2,114 lb
5
16
1050 kg 2,315 lb
14
1141 kg 1098 kg 2,421 lb
2,515 lb 4
1370 kg 1126 kg 2,482 lb 12
3,020 lb
1550 kg 1140 kg 2,513 lb 10
3,417 lb 3
1557 kg 1146 kg 2,526 lb
3,433 lb 8
60 1595 kg 1146 kg 2,526 lb
3,516 lb 6
1670 kg 1143 kg 2,520 lb
3,571 lb
1799 kg 1138 kg 2,509 lb 4
3,966 lb
1132 kg 2,496 lb 2

GROUND LEVEL 1126 kg 2,482 lb

0
1121 kg 2,471 lb
-2
1117 kg 2,463 lb
-4
1115 kg 2,458 lb
SWING AXIS

1117 kg 2,463 lb -2 -6

1122 kg 2,474 lb -8

1135 kg 2,502 lb -3 -10

1163 kg 2,564 lb
-12
1210 kg 2,668 lb -4
-14
1320 kg 2,910 lb

-16
2055 kg 4,531 lb -5

-18

METERS -6
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 -20

FEET

8 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
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STANDARD EQUIPMENT
• Alarm, backup
• Anti-burst/anti-drift valves (outriggers)
• Backhoe, center mount
• Backhoe controls, excavator type
• Battery disconnect switch
• Boom transport & swing lock
• Brakes, wet-disc with dual pedals and
lock (4 wheel braking in 4th gear only)
• Cast nose guard/counterweight
• Coat hook (cab only)
• Cup holder (only for a cabin without air-
conditioner)
• Differential lock (100% rear axle
on demand)
• Drive shaft guard (4-wheel drive only)
• Exhaust in line with ROPS post
• External tool box
• Fan, suction, and fan guard
• Flexible type rear fenders
• Gauges: coolant temperature, fuel level,
tachometer, hour meter
• Horn, front, electric
• Horn, rear, electric
• Hydraulic oil cooler, side by side
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
• Air conditioner (31,400 BTU)
• Auxiliary hydraulics for hand hammers
• Backhoe auxiliary hydraulics for hydraulic
hammers or other unidirectional flow
work tool (120 l/min 31.7 gpm)
• Cold area (-30°C -22°F) arrangement
• High ambient and high altitude package
AVAILABLE ATTACHMENTS
• Couplers (front & rear)
• Buckets (range)
• Hydraulic breakers
BACKHOE LOADER
• Indicators: air cleaner service, engine
coolant temperature, engine oil pressure,
torque converter oil temperature, 4 wheel
drive, low fuel, brake oil level, warning
direction indicator, parking brake
engagement, brake oil level, differential
lock, cold engine preheat, generator
warning
• ISO control pattern for backhoe
• Key start/stop system with
auxiliary position
• Lamp, overhead for instrument panel
(cab only)
• Lift cylinder lock bar
• Lights, working (2 front, 2 rear)
• Loader return-to-dig and float feature
• Mechanical locks, loader control and
backhoe control
• Multi-function pilot actuated loader
control lever (transmission disconnect,
multi-purpose bucket controls, differential
lock, loader speed up)
• O-ring face seal hose connections
• Park brake (automatically disengages
transmission when activated)
• High/low beam lights (2 front)
• Hydraulic quick coupler, loader
• Lights, working (4 front, 4 rear)
• Loader auxiliary hydraulics, multi-
purpose
• Load stabilizer system
• Outrigger cylinder guards
• Brooms / sweeper
• Compaction plate — hydraulic
WB156-5
• Powershift transmission
(PS series & AWS only)
• Power shuttle transmission
• Power socket, 12V for a mobile phone
(cab only)
• Rear view mirror (interior-right side mount)
• ROPS/FOPS level 2 cab with heater
(42,320 BTU) and fan
• Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm 3" wide
• Seat, mechanical suspension
with armrests
• Spin-on fuel, engine oil, hydraulic
transmission oil filters and water
separator
• Stabilizer pads, flip-over type
• Stop lights and tail lights
• Steering, hydrostatic, load sensing
• Storage compartment, internal
• Throttles, hand and foot
• Tiltable engine hood
• Transmission disconnect switch on
gearshift lever
• Vandalism protection (canopy only)
• Warning horn, front, electric
• Pre filter
• Rear view mirrors (exterior-right and/or
left mount
• ROPS/FOPS level 2 canopy
• Compaction wheels
• Auger drives