Category : Wheel Dozers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 834B ➔
The Caterpillar 834B is a large wheel dozer designed for heavy earthmoving, stockpile management, and material handling in mining, quarry, and construction applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 834B features a rigid frame, articulated steering, and a front-mounted dozer blade for pushing, leveling, and loading loose material. It is commonly used where high mobility and strong traction are required on prepared surfaces. The machine is part of Caterpillar's wheel dozer lineup and is known for its serviceability, operator visibility, and compatibility with demanding site conditions. The 834B remains a recognized model in used equipment and fleet reference listings.
Axles
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Axles specifications
Front
Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall
22.10 in (56.13 cm)
Rear
Oscillates
Blades
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Blades specifications
Blade Capacity
9.60 cu yd (7.34 cu m)
Maximum Lift Above Ground
3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Moldboard - Length
15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Straight Blade - Capacity
9.60 cu yd (7.34 cu m)
Straight Blade - Digging Depth
1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Straight Blade - Ground Clearance
3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Straight Blade - Height
4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Straight Blade - Maximum Tilt
4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Straight Blade - Overall Width
15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Dimensions
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab
13.50 ft (4.11 m)
Length - With Blade on Ground
28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Length with Blade on Ground
28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Wheel Base
12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Wheelbase
12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Width Over Tires
11.70 ft (3.57 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement
1,098.50 cu in (18,001.23 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat 3408E HEUI
Flywheel Power
450.00 hp (335.57 kw)
Gross Power
450.00 hp (335.57 kw)
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity
157.20 gal (595.00 l)
Ground Clearance
1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Operating Weight
102,195.30 lbs (46,355.07 kg)
Tire Size
35/65-33 (L-4)
Turning Circle - With Blade
56.50 ft (17.22 m)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
28.00 gal (105.98 l)
Crankcase
11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
38.10 gal (144.21 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard
157.00 gal (594.25 l)
Transmission
27.00 gal (102.20 l)
Steering System
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Steering System specifications
Steering Angle
35 degrees
Turning Radius - With Straight Blade
20.10 ft (6.13 m)
Tires
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Tires specifications
Standard Tire Size
35/65-3324 Pr (L-4)
Transmission
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Transmission specifications
Forward - 1
4.00 mph (6.44 kph)
Forward - 2
7.10 mph (11.43 kph)
Forward - 3
12.30 mph (19.79 kph)
Forward - 4
21.20 mph (34.12 kph)
Max Speed - Forward
21.20 mph (34.12 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
26.00 mph (41.84 kph)
Number of Forward Gears
4
Number of Forward Speeds
4
Number of Reverse Gears
4
Number of Reverse Speeds
4
Reverse - 1
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Reverse - 2
8.70 mph (14.00 kph)
Reverse - 3
15.30 mph (24.62 kph)
Reverse - 4
26.00 mph (41.84 kph)
Weights
Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer Weights specifications
Operating Weight
102,213.00 lbs (46,363.09 kg)
