# 1997 Caterpillar 834B for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/wheel-dozers/834b/id/89182375>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $30,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 89182375
- **Year:** 1997
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 834B
- **Category:** Wheel Dozers
- **Hours:** 17080
- **Serial number:** 7BR00612
- **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI

## Description

CAB, 14'2, 35/65R33, CONDITION, HOURS AND ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE, Online Owner's Manual , PLEASE CALL FOR MACHINE LOCATION

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Bumper:** Good
- **Cab or Canopy:** Good
- **Counterweight:** Good
- **Crankcase Guard / Battery Box:** Good
- **Differential Supports:** Good
- **Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack:** Fair
- **Fenders:** Good
- **Fuel Tank:** Good
- **Grab Irons:** Fair
- **Paint:** Fair
- **Pre-Cleaner Bowl:** Good
- **Radiator Grill & Shroud:** Fair
- **Steps / Ladder:** Fair

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **Horn:** Fair

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Dash Console:** Good
- **Gauges:** Good
- **Switches:** Good

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** Yes
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Coolers:** Good
- **Fan:** Good
- **Radiator:** Good
- **Water Pump:** Good

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Alternator:** Good
- **Wiring:** Good

### TRANSMISSION

- **Transmission - Noisy:** No

### STEERING

- **Articulate P & B:** Good
- **Steering Cylinder:** Good
- **Steering Linkage:** Good
- **Steering Valves / Pumps:** Good

### BRAKE

- **Control Valve:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Control Linkage:** Good
- **Hose Lines:** Good
- **Lift Cylinders:** Good

## Manufacturer specifications

### Axles

- **Front:** Fixed
- **Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall:** 22.1 in (56.13 cm)
- **Rear:** Oscillates

### Blade

- **Blade Capacity:** 9.6 cu yd
- **Blade Height:** ft in
- **Blade Width:** ft in

### Blade Specifications

- **Maximum Lift Above Ground:** 3.7 ft (1.13 m)
- **Moldboard - Length:** 15.3 ft (4.66 m)
- **Straight Blade - Capacity:** 9.6 cu yd
- **Straight Blade - Digging Depth:** 1.5 ft (0.46 m)
- **Straight Blade - Ground Clearance:** 3.7 ft (1.13 m)
- **Straight Blade - Height:** 4.8 ft (1.46 m)
- **Straight Blade - Maximum Tilt:** 4.2 ft (1.28 m)
- **Straight Blade - Overall Width:** 15.3 ft (4.66 m)

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.53 ft (0.47 m)
- **Height - Top Of Cab:** 13.46 ft (4.1 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 13.46 ft (4.1 m)
- **Length - With Blade On Ground:** 28.6 ft (8.72 m)
- **Length With Blade On Ground:** 28.6 ft (8.72 m)
- **Wheel Base:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)
- **Wheelbase:** 12.5 ft (3.81 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 11.67 ft (3.56 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 1098.5 cu in (18001.23 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3408
- **Engine Model:** Cat 3408E HEUI
- **Flywheel Power:** 450 hp (335.57 kw)
- **Gross Power:** 450 hp (335.57 kw)

### Operating Specifications

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.5 ft (0.46 m)
- **Turning Circle - With Blade:** 56.5 ft (17.22 m)

### Operational

- **Fuel Capacity:** 157.2 gal (595 l)
- **Operating Weight:** 102195.3 lbs (46355.07 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 35/65-33 (L-4)

### Service Refill Capacities

- **Cooling System:** 28 gal (105.98 l)
- **Crankcase:** 11.1 gal (42.01 l)
- **Differential - Final Drives - Front:** 38.1 gal (144.21 l)
- **Differential - Final Drives - Rear:** 38.1 gal (144.21 l)
- **Fuel Tank - Standard:** 157 gal (594.25 l)
- **Transmission:** 27 gal (102.2 l)

### Steering

- **Steering Angle:** 35 degrees
- **Turning Radius - With Straight Blade:** 20.1 ft (6.13 m)

### Tires

- **Standard Tire Size:** 35/65-33,24 Pr (L-4)

### Transmission

- **Forward - 1:** 4 mph (6.44 kph)
- **Forward - 2:** 7.1 mph (11.43 kph)
- **Forward - 3:** 12.3 mph (19.79 kph)
- **Forward - 4:** 21.2 mph (34.12 kph)
- **Max Speed - Forward:** 21.2 mph (34.12 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 26 mph (41.84 kph)
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Forward Speeds:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Speeds:** 4
- **Reverse - 1:** 5 mph (8.05 kph)
- **Reverse - 2:** 8.7 mph (14 kph)
- **Reverse - 3:** 15.3 mph (24.62 kph)
- **Reverse - 4:** 26 mph (41.84 kph)

### Weights

- **Operating Weight:** 102213 lbs (46363.09 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 834B is a wheel dozer designed for heavy earthmoving, stockpiling, and material handling in mining, quarry, and large construction applications. Built on a large articulated wheel tractor platform, it combines dozing capability with the mobility of a wheeled machine for faster travel between work areas. The 834B typically features a front-mounted dozer blade, a high-horsepower diesel engine, and a heavy-duty drivetrain suited to demanding site conditions. It is used for pushing, leveling, and site cleanup where productivity and maneuverability are required. The model is part of Caterpillar's wheel dozer lineup for high-volume material movement.

## Photos

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