Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Specs

Category: Crawler Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 983 ➔

The Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader is a powerful and robust piece of equipment, designed for heavy-duty construction and earthmoving tasks. With a turbocharged engine delivering a net power of 275 hp, this machine boasts impressive hydraulic system capabilities, allowing for efficient operation and quick cycle times. From its spacious bucket capacity to its durable undercarriage design, the Caterpillar 983 offers reliable performance and precision in any work environment.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Dimensions specifications
Clearance at Full Height and Dump	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Ground Clearance	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Length to Front of Track	15.20 ft (4.63 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	22.30 ft (6.80 m)
Reach at Dump Height	7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9.60 ft (2.93 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	891.00 cu in (14,600.91 cu cm)
Engine Model	D343
Net Power	275.00 hp (205.07 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2060 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.4 seconds
Lower Time	3.2 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	137.40 gpm (520.06 lpm)
Raise Time	7.7 seconds
Relief Valve Pressure	2150 psi

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	19 amps
Breakout Force Bucket	43,850.00 lbs (19,890.05 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4.90 cu yd (3.75 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	3.80 cu yd (2.91 cu m)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	23.00 gal (87.06 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	10.90 gal (41.26 l)
Final Drive Fluid Capacity - each	8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Fuel Capacity	134.80 gal (510.22 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	38.10 gal (144.21 l)
Max Speed	7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	71,650.30 lbs (32,500.07 kg)
Static Tipping Load	48,680.00 lbs (22,080.90 kg)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 983 Crawler Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	5,843.60 cu in (95,759.66 cu cm)
Length of Track on Ground	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Number of Shoes per Side	42
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7
Track Gauge	92.20 in (234.19 cm)
Track Shoe Width	22.10 in (56.13 cm)

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