Hitachi ZW550-6

Ideal for mining and quarrying, the new ZW-6 large wheel loaders have been designed to be exceptionally reliable and durable. They are built to deliver the highest levels of productivity in the most challenging working conditions. Manufactured using market-leading technology and high-quality components, the ZW550‑6 also offers excellent performance without compromising on efficiency, thanks to low levels of fuel consumption.

Dimensions
Length Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 37.3’
Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 36.2’
High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 37.7’
Width 11.7’
Height 13.7’
Weight 103,750-104,570 lbs.
Wheelbase 13.6’
Ground Clearance 1.8”
Turning Radius 24.7’
Steering Angle Each direction 37 degrees; total 74 degrees
Engine
Engine Make Isuzu
Engine Model 6WG1
Engine Type 4-cycle water-cooled, direct injection
Cylinders 6
Gross Horsepower 512 HP
Net Horsepower 509 HP
Bore x Stroke 5.8” x 6.1”
Displacement 956.9 in3
Speed - Foreward 1st: 4.3 mph
2nd: 7.9/8.8 mph
3rd: 12.9/14.0 mph
4th: 21.7 mph
Speed - Reverse 1st: 4.3 mph
2nd: 7.9/8.8 mph
3rd: 12.9/14.0 mph
4th: 21.7 mph
Gears Reduction and differential gear-Single stage reduction with conventional type
Air Cleaner Two element dry type with restriction indicator
Fuel Tank Capacity 171.2 gal
Battery 2 x 12 V
Aspiration Turbocharger and intercooled
Drivetrain
Axles Semi-floating (Front & Rear); Front-Fixed to the front frame & Rear-Trunnion support
Transmission Type Torque converter, planetary gear type powershift with computer-controlled automatic shift and manual shift features included
Torque 2200 NM at 1450 min
Drive System Four-wheel drive system
Brakes Service: Outboard mounted fully hydraulic 4 wheel wet disc brake. Front & rear independent brake circuit
Parking: Spring applied, hydraulically released, located in front axle driveline
Hydraulic
Pump Main pump (Serve as steering pump)-variable displacement axial plunger pump
Fan pump-variable displacement axial plunger pump
Std Pump Flow Main pump-100.4 gal/min at 1800 min
Fan pump-27.7 gal/min at 1800 min
Hydraulic Cylinders Double acting type
Number of Cylinders No. x Bore x Stroke
Arm: 2 x 7.5” x 5.2”
Bucket: 2 x 6.3” x 30.2”
Hydraulic Cycle Time Lift arm raise-8.5 s
Lift arm lower-4.5 s
Bucket dump-2.3 s
Total-15.3 s
Hydraulic Pressure Main Pump (serve as steering pump): 31.4 MPa
Fan Pump: 28.0 MPa
Operational
Bucket Width 12.3’
Dig Depth Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 0.5”
Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 0.4”
High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 0.5”
Bucket Capacity 8.2-9.0 yd3
Steering Articulated frame steering; Cylinder: Double-acting piston type; No-2, Bore-3.9”, Stroke-28.3”
Max. Reach Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 6.7’
Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 5.9’
High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 6.3’
Breakout Force 83,460 lbs.

ENGINE

  • Air cleaner, double element
  • Auto idle shut down
  • Cold start (glow plug)
  • Cooling fan, automatic reversible
  • SCR system
  • EGR system
  • Fuel filter, w/water separator
  • Fuel pre-filter, w/water separator
  • Isuzu 6WG1 diesel engine
  • Pre-cleaner (turbine type)
  • VGT (Variable Geometry Turbocharger)
  • Work mode selector

POWERTRAIN

  • Autobrake
  • Brakes, service
  • Enclosed wet disc
  • Dual system
  • Outboard mounted
  • Brake, parking
  • Spring applied
  • Oil pressure released
  • Wet disc type
  • Differential, conventional type (F/R)
  • Down-shift switch
  • Drive shafts, low maintenance
  • F-R direction selector (joystick steer mounted)
  • Lock-up torque converter
  • Quick Power switch
  • Traction control
  • Transmission, automatic w/load sensing system
  • Transmission declutch (3-position L/H/Off)
  • Transmission mode selection (3-position AUTO1/MAN/AUTO2)
  • Universal joints, sealed

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom kick-out, dual (operator adjustable in cab)
  • Bucket positioner (horizontal)
  • Control lever, dual, pilot-assisted
  • Control lever lock (electric)
  • Control valve, 2-spool, parallel and tandem control
  • Pump, variable displacement, load-sensing
  • Ride control w/load sensing valve and automatic shut-off
  • Steering, pilot, joystick
  • System; open-center, high-pressure, load-sensing

ELECTRICAL

  • 24-volt electrical system
  • Back-up alarm
  • Batteries (2), 12V, 1,300 CCA
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Camera, rear-view
  • Converter, 12V/15 Amp
  • Horn, dual electric
  • Instrument panel, LCD, color
  • Lights:
    • 2 Headlights (halogen)
    • 2 Forward working lights (halogen)
    • 4 Rear working lights (halogen)
    • 2 Stop/tail/backup (LED)
  • Turn signal w/4-way flashers/marker

CAB

  • Soft cab: enclosed cab with sound suppression, front & rear wipers and washers, two rear view and side mirrors, tinted glass, front hinge doors, sliding side windows. Outer ROPS
  • Accessory outlet, 12v
  • Adjustable armrest/console, (fore/aft sliding)
  • Air conditioner/heater/pressurizer
  • AM/FM/WB radio with AUX input
  • Ashtray
  • Cab dome lamps (2)
  • Cigarette lighter, 24V
  • Coat hook
  • Cup holder (1) for joystick steering
  • Floormat, sweep-out
  • Retractable seat belt (3-inch)
  • ROPS/FOPS certified
  • Seat, deluxe heated w/TLV suspension (DLX8500)
  • Front console with grab handle
  • Joystick steering
  • Storage box (heated/cooled)
  • Storage tray
  • Sun visor
  •  

OTHERS

  • Articulation locking bar
  • Counterweight
  • Drawbar
  • Fenders, front, w/mudflap
  • Fenders, rear, full, w/mudflap
  • Global e-service, telematic monitoring system (GSM-version w/4 yrs. service)
  • Ladders, inclined
  • Lifting eyes
  • Neutral safety start
  • Rear grill, hinged
  • Steps, rear
  • Vandalism protection
  • Z-bar loader linkage

ALARMS, GAUGES, INDICATORS

  • Alarms (visual & audible)
    • Aftertreatment device
    • Aftertreatment device regeneration system
    • Air cleaner element
    • Auto brake
    • Axle oil temperature
    • Battery discharge warning
    • Boost temperature rise
    • Brake oil low pressure
    • CAN network system
    • DEF/AdBlue tank level/quality/system
    • Engine oil low pressure
    • Engine trouble
    • Engine warning
    • Exhaust gas temperature
    • Fuel filter restriction
    • Fuel filter (water in fuel)
    • Fuel temperature
    • Hydraulic oil level
    • Hydraulic oil temperature
    • Intake air temperature
    • Main pump oil pressure
    • Overheat (engine coolant)
    • Transmission filter restriction
    • Transmission oil pressure
    • Transmission oil temp
    • Transmission warning
  • Gauges
    • DEF/AdBlue tank level
    • Engine coolant temperature
    • Fuel gauge
    • Speedometer
    • Tachometer
    • Transmission oil temp
  • Indicators
    • Auto idling stop
    • Aftertreatment device regeneration
    • Air conditioner display
    • Boom kick-out, dual
    • Cold start
    • Control lever lock
    • Declutch
    • ECO-Operating Status
    • Fan reverse rotation
    • F-N-R Selection
    • F-N-R Switch enable
    • High beam
    • Joystick steering status
    • Parking brake
    • Shift hold
    • Time/Operating hour/ODO
    • Traction Control
    • Transmission mode and status
    • Turn signal w/4-way flashers/Marker
    • Work light
    • Work mode (Normal, Power)

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Autolube
  • Belly guard, front chassis, transmission (rear)
  • Bolt-on cutting edge & segments
  • Bucket teeth
  • Emergency steering
  • HID work lights
  • High lift boom arm
  • Hydraulic system, 3 spool valve
  • LED work lights
  • Mirrors, heated
  • Single lever hydraulic control w/multifunction grip

*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.

*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.

New Equipment Sales only available in assigned territories where Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a licensed distributor. Not all manufacturer's brands available at each location. Please contact your local Kirby-Smith branch if you have questions regarding availability.

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MAKE Hitachi
MODEL ZW550-6

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Ideal for mining and quarrying, the new ZW-6 large wheel loaders have been designed to be exceptionally reliable and durable. They are built to deliver the highest levels of productivity in the most challenging working conditions. Manufactured using market-leading technology and high-quality components, the ZW550‑6 also offers excellent performance without compromising on efficiency, thanks to low levels of fuel consumption.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
Hitachi
Model Year
Model
ZW550-6
Condition
NEW
Dimensions
Length
Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 37.3’ Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 36.2’ High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 37.7’
Width
11.7’
Height
13.7’
Weight
103,750-104,570 lbs.
Wheelbase
13.6’
Ground Clearance
1.8”
Turning Radius
24.7’
Steering Angle
Each direction 37 degrees; total 74 degrees
Engine
Engine Make
Isuzu
Engine Model
6WG1
Engine Type
4-cycle water-cooled, direct injection
Cylinders
6
Gross Horsepower
512 HP
Net Horsepower
509 HP
Bore x Stroke
5.8” x 6.1”
Displacement
956.9 in3
Speed - Foreward
1st: 4.3 mph 2nd: 7.9/8.8 mph 3rd: 12.9/14.0 mph 4th: 21.7 mph
Speed - Reverse
1st: 4.3 mph 2nd: 7.9/8.8 mph 3rd: 12.9/14.0 mph 4th: 21.7 mph
Gears
Reduction and differential gear-Single stage reduction with conventional type
Air Cleaner
Two element dry type with restriction indicator
Fuel Tank Capacity
171.2 gal
Battery
2 x 12 V
Aspiration
Turbocharger and intercooled
Drivetrain
Axles
Semi-floating (Front & Rear); Front-Fixed to the front frame & Rear-Trunnion support
Transmission Type
Torque converter, planetary gear type powershift with computer-controlled automatic shift and manual shift features included
Torque
2200 NM at 1450 min
Drive System
Four-wheel drive system
Brakes
Service: Outboard mounted fully hydraulic 4 wheel wet disc brake. Front & rear independent brake circuit Parking: Spring applied, hydraulically released, located in front axle driveline
Hydraulic
Pump
Main pump (Serve as steering pump)-variable displacement axial plunger pump Fan pump-variable displacement axial plunger pump
Std Pump Flow
Main pump-100.4 gal/min at 1800 min Fan pump-27.7 gal/min at 1800 min
Hydraulic Cylinders
Double acting type
Number of Cylinders
No. x Bore x Stroke Arm: 2 x 7.5” x 5.2” Bucket: 2 x 6.3” x 30.2”
Hydraulic Cycle Time
Lift arm raise-8.5 s Lift arm lower-4.5 s Bucket dump-2.3 s Total-15.3 s
Hydraulic Pressure
Main Pump (serve as steering pump): 31.4 MPa Fan Pump: 28.0 MPa
Operational
Bucket Width
12.3’
Dig Depth
Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 0.5” Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 0.4” High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 0.5”
Bucket Capacity
8.2-9.0 yd3
Steering
Articulated frame steering; Cylinder: Double-acting piston type; No-2, Bore-3.9”, Stroke-28.3”
Max. Reach
Standard arm Rock bucket V-edge Weld on adaptor & teeth/segment edge: 6.7’ Standard arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 5.9’ High lift arm General purpose Straight edge Bolt on cutting edge: 6.3’
Breakout Force
83,460 lbs.

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New Equipment Sales only available in assigned territories where Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a licensed distributor. Not all manufacturer's brands available at each location. Please contact your local Kirby-Smith branch if you have questions regarding availability.
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