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Caterpillar 834B Wheel Dozer

Category: Wheel Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 834B ➔

The Caterpillar 834B is a large wheel dozer used in heavy earthmoving, mining, quarry, and landfill applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 834B combines a high-capacity dozer blade with a wheel tractor design for efficient material handling, stockpile management, and site cleanup on firm ground. It is part of Caterpillar's wheel dozer lineup and is known for mobility, productivity, and durability in demanding work environments. The machine is typically equipped with a diesel engine, articulated steering, and a heavy-duty powertrain designed for pushing, spreading, and leveling material. The 834B remains a recognized model in used equipment and fleet reference listings.

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Axles

Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	22.10 in (56.13 cm)
Rear	Oscillates

Blades

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

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

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

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

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

Steering Angle	35 degrees
Turning Radius - With Straight Blade	20.10 ft (6.13 m)

Tires

Standard Tire Size

35/65-3324 Pr (L-4)

Transmission

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

Operating Weight

102,213.00 lbs (46,363.09 kg)

Caterpillar 834Bs currently for sale

A 1997 Caterpillar 834B From MacAllister Machinery – North for $30,000.00 USD

A 1990 Caterpillar 834B From Hoss Machinery International for Call for Price

A 1984 Caterpillar 834B From Columbia Western Machinery, Inc. for $52,500.00 USD

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