Name: 952A Heavy-Duty Wheel Loader
Brand: Yutong
Availability: InStock

952A Standard 5-Ton Loader Applications

The 952A is the benchmark general-purpose 5 t wheel loader: the machine most contractors picture when they say “a front-end loader”. It loads standard and heavy-duty dump trucks, feeds concrete batching plants and asphalt plants, moves quarried and recycled aggregate, and does the bulk stockpile work on mid-sized construction sites.

With a 2.7–4.2 m³ bucket range and 162 kW turbocharged engine it matches the three- to five-pass loading that keeps a small-to-medium hauler queue moving. The 30% gradeability and 38 km/h travel speed let it work on undulating sites and traml between stockpiles efficiently.

This is the default Yutong export loader for general construction, plant hire and aggregate yards across all regions. It is the safe specification when the duty cycle is broad: some days loading trucks, some days backfilling, some days shifting material between stockpiles.

952A Highlights: The Balanced 5 T Class

Breakout force of 170 kN and 150 kN traction force give the 952A enough bite to dig into compacted stockpiles and fill a bucket in one pass. The hydraulic lift-dump-lower cycle is held to 9.8 s, and the 2.7 m³ standard bucket scales up to 4.2 m³ for lighter materials.

The 162 kW engine, torque-converter powertrain and 37° steering angle make the 952A both productive on open ground and precise at the pile edge. Its 16.5–16.9 t operating weight delivers stability without needing a second pusher on the truck side.

Why Choose the 952A

Yutong ships the 952A as a stock export configuration—standard bucket, ROPS/FOPS cab and a full tooling and spares list—so lead time is short and parts support across Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia keeps the machine on site.

How to Choose the Right Wheel Loader

Match the rated load (5 t) and bucket capacity to the truck or hopper you load — a three- to five-pass match gives the best cycle time. Choose a standard bucket for loose material and a lighter rock bucket for quarries; request a quick-coupler specification if you change attachments often.

As a leading front end loader manufacturer, Yutong offers configurations — bucket or body options, tyre packages, cab choices and power options — so the machine matches your exact duty cycle rather than a generic spec.

Technical Parameters

Technical Parameters
External dimension (L × W × H) (mm)	8205×3000×3450
Rated load (kg)	5
Rated dipper capacity(m3)	2.7-4.2
Standard dipper capacity(m3)	2.7
Weight of complete vehicle (t)	16.5-16.9
Maximum discharge height(mm)	3450
Wheel base (mm)	1070
Sum of lifting, dumping and falling time(s)	≤9.8
Wheel base (mm)	3200
Tread width(mm)	2200
Break out force (kN)	170
Maximum traction force (kN)	150
Steering angle(°)	37
Maximum driving speed(km/h)	38
Minimum turning radius	5890
Maximum grade ability (°)	30

Frequently Asked Questions — 952A

What is the 952A best at?

General-purpose 5 t work: loading dump trucks, feeding batching plants and moving aggregate on mixed construction and quarry sites. It is the balanced, all-round choice.

How many passes to fill a 20 t truck?

With the 2.7 m³ standard bucket, expect three to four passes on aggregate; a larger bucket on lighter material reduces this to two passes.

Is it a good plant-hire machine?

Yes—its broad spec range and attachment versatility make it a popular hirer machine that can win any subcontract rather than being tied to one task.

How does it compare with the 953A?

The 952A is the standard 5 t; the 953A stretches the wheelbase and raises breakout to 175 kN for heavier continuous duty. Choose 953A for tougher digging.

What engine and emissions are available?

A 162 kW turbocharged diesel is standard; Yutong offers engine options to match the emissions stage required in your export market—tell us your country.

Can it be fitted with a quick coupler?

Yes, a quick coupler plus forks, grapple and broom are offered so the 952A adapts between loading and site clearance without a second machine.