Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Specs

Category: Wheel Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 824C ➔

The Caterpillar 824C is a wheel dozer designed for heavy earthmoving, stockpile management, and material handling in mining, quarry, and large construction applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 824C uses a large front blade and articulated wheel tractor configuration to push, spread, and level loose material on prepared surfaces. It is commonly associated with high production work where mobility and cycle speed are important. The machine is part of Caterpillar's wheel dozer lineup and is recognized for its use in bulk material handling, site cleanup, and support operations in demanding industrial environments.

Blades

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Blades specifications
Blade Capacity	6.20 cu yd (4.74 cu m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Length with Blade on Ground	25.30 ft (7.71 m)
Wheelbase	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Width Over Tires	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	891.00 cu in (14,600.91 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3406
Gross Power	315.00 hp (234.90 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	155.60 gal (588.95 l)
Operating Weight	66,976.50 lbs (30,380.07 kg)
Tire Size	29.5-25 16PR (L-3)

Transmission

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	20.70 mph (33.31 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	23.50 mph (37.82 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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