Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Specs

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

The Caterpillar 824C is a wheel dozer designed for heavy-duty earthmoving, stockpile management, and material handling in mining, quarry, and large construction applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 824C features a rigid frame, large front blade, articulated steering, and a rear-mounted ripper or counterweight configuration depending on setup. As a wheel dozer, it combines dozing capability with mobility for faster travel between work areas than tracked machines. The 824C is commonly used for pushing loose material, maintaining haul roads, and site cleanup. Its serviceability, durability, and component layout support demanding industrial operating conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer General Specifications specifications
Ground Clearance	18.80 in (47.75 cm) - Starting 1978
Wheelbase	139.00 in (353.06 cm) - Starting 1978

Blade

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Blade specifications
Blade Capacity	6.2 cu yd
Blade Height	ft in
Blade Width	ft in

Dimensions

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.57 ft (0.48 m)
Height	9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	12.99 ft (3.96 m)
Length	23.17 ft (7.06 m)
Length With Blade On Ground	25.23 ft (7.69 m)
Weight	70,000.00 lbs (31,751.51 kg)
Wheelbase	11.59 ft (3.53 m)
Width	13.25 ft (4.04 m)
Width Over Tires	10.41 ft (3.17 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)

Operational

Caterpillar 824C Wheel Dozer Operational 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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