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Caterpillar 908H Wheel Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 908H is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. Part of Caterpillar's H-series lineup, the 908H features articulated steering, a front-mounted loader arm, and a bucket optimized for efficient loading and transport of loose materials. It is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The machine is known for its maneuverability in confined spaces, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of attachments. The Caterpillar 908H wheel loader is built for versatility, productivity, and reliable performance in light to medium-duty loading tasks.


Bucket

Caterpillar 908H Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Bucket Capacities 1.40-2.00 cu yd (1.07-1.53 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - heaped 1.50 cu yd (1.15 cu m)
Bucket Width 6.80 ft (2.07 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise 8.40 ft (2.56 m)

Cab

Caterpillar 908H 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 908H Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Height - Top of Cab 8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height 11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground 18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump 2.90 ft (0.88 m)
Wheel Base 7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Wheelbase 7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Width Over Tires 6.60 ft (2.01 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 908H 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 80.00 hp (59.66 kw)
Engine Model C3.4
Gross Power 83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
ISO 9249 Rating 80.00 hp (59.66 kw)
Make Cat
Net Power 79.00 hp (58.91 kw)
Power Measured @ 2500 rpm
SAE J1349 Rating 79.00 hp (58.91 kw)
Stroke 4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 908H 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 908H Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 90 amps
Breakout Force 10,566.00 lbs (4,792.66 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity 2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity 20.70 gal (78.35 l)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket 7,510.00 lbs (3,406.48 kg)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Operating Voltage 12 volts
Operating Weight 14,252.90 lbs (6,465.01 kg)
Rack Back - Transport Position 52 degrees
Rated Bucket Capacity 1.40 cu yd (1.07 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) 6,592.00 lbs (2,990.08 kg)
Static Tipping Weight 10,524.90 lbs (4,774.02 kg)
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket 10,522.00 lbs (4,772.70 kg)
Tire Size 405/70 R20
Turning Radius 7.50 ft (2.29 m)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 908H Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System 6.30 gal (23.85 l)
Engine Oil 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank 20.60 gal (77.97 l)
Hydraulic System 22.20 gal (84.03 l)

Transmission

Caterpillar 908H 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 908H Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight 14,253.00 lbs (6,465.06 kg)
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