Category : Wheel Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 906H ➔
The Caterpillar 906H is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. It is part of Caterpillar's H-series compact loader range and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The 906H features articulated steering, a front-mounted loader arm, and a bucket attachment for efficient loading and transport of loose materials. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined work areas while maintaining loader capability for general-purpose tasks. The model is typically associated with diesel power, hydraulic attachment operation, and operator-focused controls for productive daily use in varied jobsite conditions.
Bucket
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Bucket Capacities
1.00-1.60 cu yd (0.76-1.22 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - heaped
1.20 cu yd (0.92 cu m)
Bucket Width
6.20 ft (1.89 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise
7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Cab
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Cab specifications
FOPS
SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II ISO 3449 1992 Level II
ROPS
SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471-1994
Dimensions
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Height - Top of Cab
8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground
18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump
2.70 ft (0.82 m)
Wheel Base
7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Wheelbase
7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Width Over Tires
6.10 ft (1.86 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Bore
3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement
203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm)
EEC 80/1269 Rating
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Engine Model
C3.4
Gross Power
74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
ISO 9249 Rating
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Make
Cat
Net Power
70.00 hp (52.20 kw)
Power Measured @
2500 rpm
SAE J1349 Rating
70.00 hp (52.20 kw)
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
2 seconds
Lower Time
4 seconds
Main Relief
3400 psi
Pump Flow Capacity
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Raise Time
5 seconds
Relief Valve Setting
3400 psi
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Breakout Force
9,442.00 lbs (4,282.82 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity
13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
6,967.00 lbs (3,160.18 kg)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Operating Voltage
12 volts
Operating Weight
12,412.10 lbs (5,630.04 kg)
Rack Back - Transport Position
52 degrees
Rated Bucket Capacity
1.20 cu yd (0.92 cu m)
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center, Transport 100 mm (4 in) Above Ground)
5,997.00 lbs (2,720.20 kg)
Static Tipping Weight
8,785.50 lbs (3,985.04 kg)
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
8,785.00 lbs (3,984.81 kg)
Tire Size
405/70 R18
Turning Radius
7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
6.30 gal (23.85 l)
Engine Oil
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank
13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Hydraulic System
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Transmission
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
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
Transmission Type
Hydrostatic
Travel Speed 1
4.30 mph (6.92 kph)
Travel Speed 2
12.40 mph (19.96 kph)
Weights
Caterpillar 906H Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
12,412.00 lbs (5,630.00 kg)
