Caterpillar 953K Crawler Loader Specs

Category: Crawler Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 953K ➔

The Caterpillar 953K is a crawler loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, site preparation, and general earthmoving applications. It combines tracked undercarriage mobility with a front loader bucket for work on soft, uneven, or confined terrain. The 953K is commonly used in construction, quarry, utility, and industrial environments where traction and stability are required. Caterpillar equipped the model with a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, and operator cab controls suited to loader operations. As part of the Caterpillar crawler loader lineup, the 953K is recognized for its versatility, maneuverability, and compatibility with a range of work tools and attachments.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 953K Crawler Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Width	97.80 in (248.41 cm) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine	C7.1 ACERT — Starting 2021 Model Year
Net Power	154.00 hp (114.84 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	33,852.00 lbs (15,355.03 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Rated Bucket Cap.	2.42 cu yd — Starting 2021 Model Year

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