Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 904B ➔

The Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty construction and material handling tasks. With an impressive bucket breakout force of 8003 lbs and a heaped bucket capacity of 0.8 cu yd, this wheel loader offers efficient performance on the job site. Equipped with a turbocharged engine delivering 55 hp gross power, the 904B ensures reliable operation and excellent fuel efficiency. Featuring a sturdy design and meeting safety standards for both operator protection and machine stability, this wheel loader is a reliable choice for demanding work environments.

Bucket

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	8,003.00 lbs (3,630.10 kg)
Breakout Force - Reference Bucket	8,003.00 lbs (3,630.10 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)
Bucket Width	5.90 ft (1.80 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)
Type - Reference bucket	General purpose

Cab

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	meets the following criteria: SAEJ1231 JAN81 ISO3449:1992
ROPS	meets the following criteria: SAEJ1040 MAY94 ISO 3471-1:1986

Dimensions

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Dump Clearance at Max Lift	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Height - Top of Cab	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Length w/ Bucket on Ground	15.60 ft (4.75 m)
Length with out Forks on Ground	17.50 ft (5.33 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	17.50 ft (5.33 m)
Max Lift Height	10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Reach at Max Height and Dump	2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Tread Width	52.40 in (133.10 cm)
Width Over Tires	5.90 ft (1.80 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Bore	3.50 in (8.89 cm)
EEC 80/1269 Rating	52.00 hp (38.78 kw)
Gross Power	55.00 hp (41.01 kw)
ISO 9249 Rating	52.00 hp (38.78 kw)
Net Power	52.00 hp (38.78 kw)
Stroke	4.00 in (10.16 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
3rd Valve Flow	22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Dump Time	0.8 seconds
Lower Time	3.2 seconds
Main Relief	3002 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Raise Time	4.5 seconds

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	75 amps
Articulation	42 degrees
Breakout Force	8,003.00 lbs (3,630.10 kg)
Dump Height at Full Lift	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Engine Oil Capacity	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Fuel Capacity	22.00 gal (83.27 l)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket	5,511.00 lbs (2,499.75 kg)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Forks	4409 lb
Hydraulic Lift Capacity	7,464.00 lbs (3,385.62 kg)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Oscillation +/-	8 degrees
Rack Back - Transport Position	45 degrees
Rated Bucket Capacity	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket	2,756.00 lbs (1,250.10 kg)
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks	3527 lb
Reach - Without Teeth	2.20 ft (0.67 m)
Static Tipping Load - Bucket	6,568.00 lbs (2,979.20 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	6,568.00 lbs (2,979.20 kg)
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket	6,568.00 lbs (2,979.20 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	2.00 gal (7.57 l)

Power Train, Axles and Brakes

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Power Train, Axles and Brakes specifications
Axle and Final Drives	Fixed front axle and oscillating rear axle with conventional differential and planetary gear reduction final drives
Brake Standards	Brake meets ISO 3450:1996
Maximum Travel Speeds - Forward and Reverse, High	12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
Maximum Travel Speeds - With 12.5-18 Tires, Forward and Reverse, Low	4.00 mph (6.44 kph)
Service and Parking Brake	Service and Parking brake are combined in an oil immersed drop box
Transmission Type	Closed-loop two-speed hydrostatic single-path transmission.

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Engine Oil	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Fuel Tank	22.00 gal (83.27 l)
Hydraulic System	11.00 gal (41.64 l)

Transmission

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
Max Speed Forward	12.50 mph (20.12 kph)
Max Speed Reverse	12.50 mph (20.12 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	2
Number of Reverse Gears	2

Weights

Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	9,810.00 lbs (4,449.75 kg)

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