Category : Crawler Dozers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : D8N ➔
The Caterpillar D8N is a crawler dozer designed for heavy earthmoving, land clearing, and site preparation. Built by Caterpillar, the D8N features a tracked undercarriage for traction and stability on rough terrain, along with a large front blade for pushing, grading, and leveling material. It is commonly used in construction, mining, forestry, and road building applications. The D8N is part of Caterpillar's D8 series and is recognized for its durable frame, serviceability, and high pushing power. As a crawler dozer, it is suited to demanding work environments where controlled blade operation and reliable ground contact are required.
Dimensions
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.74 ft (0.53 m)
Height
11.25 ft (3.43 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
11.26 ft (3.43 m)
Length
20.50 ft (6.25 m)
Length Of Track On Ground
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Length W/ Blade
20.56 ft (6.27 m)
Length W/O Blade
16.26 ft (4.96 m)
Weight
83,000.00 lbs (37,648.21 kg)
Width
8.58 ft (2.62 m)
Width Over Tracks
8.67 ft (2.64 m)
Engine
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Aspiration
turbocharged and aftercooled
Displacement
891.00 cu in (14,600.91 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
3406
Gross Power
306.00 hp (228.19 kw)
Net Power
285.00 hp (212.53 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2100 rpm
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
63.50 gpm (240.35 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3500 psi
Operational
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Fuel Capacity
127.10 gal (481.07 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
18.50 gal (70.02 l)
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
76,379.20 lbs (34,645.07 kg)
Powertrain Fluid Capacity
34.10 gal (129.07 l)
Standard Blade
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Capacity
21.8 cu yd
Cutting Depth
23.00 in (58.42 cm)
Height
66.60 in (169.16 cm)
Width
13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Transmission
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
8.70 mph (14.00 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
3
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Transmission Type
Planetary powershift
Undercarriage
Caterpillar D8N Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
5580.02 in2
Ground Pressure
14.6 psi
Number Of Shoes Per Side
44
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
8
Standard Shoe Size
22.05 in (56.01 cm)
Track Gauge
6.83 ft (2.08 m)
Track Pitch
8.50 in (21.59 cm)
