Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Specs

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: D8K ➔

The Caterpillar D8K is a heavy crawler dozer produced by Caterpillar for earthmoving, grading, and site preparation work. Built as part of the D8 series, the D8K is known for its large frame, high drawbar pull, and suitability for demanding construction, mining, and land clearing applications. It typically uses a diesel engine, steel track undercarriage, and a front-mounted dozer blade for pushing and leveling material. The D8K was widely used in heavy civil and industrial operations and remains recognized as a durable older model in the crawler dozer category.

Dimensions

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.43 ft (0.44 m)
Height	11.17 ft (3.40 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	11.16 ft (3.40 m)
Length	21.00 ft (6.40 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	10.34 ft (3.15 m)
Length W/ Blade	21.59 ft (6.58 m)
Length W/O Blade	17.26 ft (5.26 m)
Weight	61,000.00 lbs (27,669.17 kg)
Width	9.17 ft (2.79 m)
Width Over Tracks	9.16 ft (2.79 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	1,244.90 cu in (20,400.30 cu cm)
Engine Model	D342
Gross Power	300.00 hp (223.71 kw)

Operational

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	169.10 gal (640.04 l)
Operating Weight	70,503.90 lbs (31,980.07 kg)

Standard Blade

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Width	13.30 ft (4.05 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	8.40 mph (13.52 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	powershift

Undercarriage

Caterpillar D8K Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	5456.02 in2
Ground Pressure	12.8 psi
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	5
Standard Shoe Size	22.01 in (55.91 cm)
Track Gauge	6.99 ft (2.13 m)

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