# 1975 Caterpillar D8K for Sale in Grande Prairie, Ab

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/crawler-dozers/d8k/id/88979095>

## Listing details

- **Price:** Auction pricing
- **Listing ID:** 88979095
- **Year:** 1975
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** D8K
- **Category:** Crawler Dozers
- **Serial number:** 77V2490
- **Location:** Grande Prairie, Ab
- **Auction starts:** 2026-09-02

## Description

Located in Lane 7 Spot 61, Open Operator Station, Sweeps, 26 in Single Grouser Track Shoes, Carco J120 Winch Mechanical issues - Buyer responsible for load out and all costs associated. - The closing time of lots 67 to 68 are tied together. If a bid is received, a time-extension will be applied to all lots

## Manufacturer specifications

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.5 ft (0.46 m)
- **Height - Top of Cab:** 11.2 ft (3.41 m)
- **Length of Track on Ground:** 10.4 ft (3.17 m)
- **Length w/ Blade:** 21.6 ft (6.58 m)
- **Length w/o Blade:** 17.3 ft (5.27 m)
- **Width Over Tracks:** 9.2 ft (2.8 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 1244.9 cu in (20400.3 cu cm)
- **Engine Model:** D342
- **Gross Power:** 300 hp (223.71 kw)

### Operating Specifications

- **Fuel Capacity:** 169.1 gal (640.04 l)
- **Operating Weight:** 70503.9 lbs (31974.56 kg)

### Standard Blade

- **Width:** 13.3 ft (4.05 m)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 6.8 mph (10.94 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 8.4 mph (13.52 kph)
- **Number of Forward Gears:** 3
- **Number of Reverse Gears:** 3
- **Transmission Type:** powershift

### Undercarriage

- **Ground Contact Area:** 5456.1 cu in (89409.66 cu cm)
- **Ground Pressure:** 12.8 psi
- **Number of Track Rollers per Side:** 5
- **Standard Shoe Size:** 22.1 in (56.13 cm)
- **Track Gauge:** 7 ft (2.13 m)

## About this model

The Caterpillar D8K is a heavy crawler dozer produced by Caterpillar for earthmoving, land clearing, and large-scale grading applications. As part of the D8 series, the D8K is known for its high drawbar pull, durable undercarriage, and suitability for demanding construction, mining, and forestry work. It typically features a Caterpillar diesel engine, power shift transmission, and a robust steel track undercarriage designed for traction and stability on rough terrain. The D8K remains a recognized model in the crawler dozer category, valued for its mechanical simplicity, serviceability, and long operating life in heavy-duty field conditions.

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