Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar D8H is a heavy crawler dozer produced by Caterpillar for earthmoving, land clearing, and grading applications. Part of the D8 series, the D8H is known for its large frame, tracked undercarriage, and high drawbar pull in demanding off-road conditions. It was commonly used in construction, mining, forestry, and agricultural site preparation. The machine typically features a diesel engine, mechanical powertrain, and a straight or semi-U blade depending on configuration. The D8H remains recognized as a durable vintage dozer model in the crawler dozer category, with strong parts support and continued interest in restoration and equipment history.
| Height | 11.17 ft (3.40 m) |
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| Length | 21.50 ft (6.55 m) |
| Weight | 70,500.00 lbs (31,978.30 kg) |
| Width | 9.17 ft (2.79 m) |