Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 916 ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader, a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty tasks in construction and industrial settings. With a bucket breakout force of 18,838 lbs and a bucket capacity ranging from 1.8 to 2 cu yd, this wheel loader offers exceptional performance and efficiency. Boasting a gross power of 84.5 hp and a hydraulic system with quick dump, lower, and raise times, the Caterpillar 916 ensures smooth operation and productivity on the job site. Its compact yet sturdy design, along with a fuel capacity of 32.5 gallons, makes it ideal for various applications. Discover the reliability and precision of the Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader for all your material handling needs.

Bucket

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	18,838.00 lbs (8,544.78 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	2.00 cu yd (1.53 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	1.80 cu yd (1.38 cu m)
Bucket Width	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	8.70 ft (2.65 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Wheelbase	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Width Over Tires	7.70 ft (2.35 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	317.40 cu in (5,201.27 cu cm)
Engine Model	3204
Gross Power	84.50 hp (63.01 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.3 seconds
Lower Time	3.1 seconds
Raise Time	6.3 seconds

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	32.50 gal (123.01 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	18.80 gal (71.16 l)
Operating Weight	18,937.80 lbs (8,590.05 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	14,607.90 lbs (6,626.04 kg)
Tire Size	17.5x25 (L-2)
Turning Radius	18.00 ft (5.49 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 916 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	15.50 mph (24.94 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	15.60 mph (25.11 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	3

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