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908M

Wheel Loader

Operating Weight
14,032 lb
Net Power
74.0 hp
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Specifications

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Operating Specifications

Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight14,032 lb
Rated Bucket Capacity1.40 yd³
Full Turn Tipping Load8,311 lb
Reach - Full Lift and 45 degrees Dump36 in
Clearance - Full Lift and 45 degrees Dump96 in
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction39 °
Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-17,947 lb
Tipping Load - Straight - ISO 14397-19,757 lb

Engine

Engine specifications
Engine ModelCat C3.3B DIT*
Displacement201 in³
Net Power74.0 hp
Bore4 in
Stroke5 in
Emissions*The Cat C3.3B DIT engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IIIB emission standards or Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 1439673.0 hp
Rated Net Power - 2,500 rpm - SAE J134968.0 hp
Maximum Gross Power73.0 hp
Maximum Gross Power - SAE J199574.0 hp
Maximum Net Power - SAE J134968.0 hp
Maximum Net Power - ISO 924969.0 hp
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396192 lb-ft
Rated Net Power - 2,400 rpm - SAE J134973.0 hp
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269191 lb-ft
Note (5)The Cat C3.3B Tier 4 Final/Stage IIIB uses an active regeneration system which requires no operator interaction under normal conditions.
Rated Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/126974.0 hp
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (DIN)74.0 hp
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349189 lb-ft

Weights

Weights specifications
Operating Weight14,032 lb

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump1.3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift5.2 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower3.2 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback2.1 s
Main Relief - 3rd Aux Flow3,400 psi
Main Relief - 3rd Aux Flow: High Flow34.0 gal/min
Main Relief - 3rd Aux Flow: Standard22.0 gal/min

Cab & Operator

Cab & Operator specifications
ROPSSAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471-1994.
FOPSSAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II ISO 3449 1992 Level II.

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels specifications
Note (2)In certain applications the loader's productive capabilities may exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-) capabilities.
Note (3)Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
Note (1)Other tire choices available contact your Cat dealer for details.
Option (5)405/70 R20 SPT9 Dunlop
Option (3)400/70 R20 XMCL Michelin
Option (4)400/70 R20 Bibload Michelin
Option (2)375/75 R20 XZSL Michelin
Option (6)12.5-20 ATU Firestone
Option (1)360/80 R20 TRI2 Nokian

Bucket

Bucket specifications
Bucket Capacities2.00 yd³
Bucket Capacities - ISO Coupler0.9-1.5 m3
Bucket Capacities - SSL Style Coupler1.20 – 2.00 yd³
General Purpose—
Light Material2.00 yd³

General Specifications

General Specifications specifications
Net Power74.00 hp (55.18 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight14,026.00 lbs (6,362.09 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Bucket Capacity1.2 - 2.0 (.9 - 1.5) Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine typeCat C3.3B DIT Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power74 (55.2) Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height10.60 ft (3.23 m) Starting 2021 Model Year
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)6 / 6 mph Starting 2021 Model Year
Tip Load8,311 (3,770) Starting 2021 Model Year
EngineC3.3B DIT Starting 2021 Model Year
Breakout Force11,446.00 lbs ft (15,518.49 nm) Starting 2021 Model Year
Full-Turn Tipping Load7,947.00 lbs (3,604.70 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Rated Bucket Capacity2.Jan cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year

Drive System

Drive System specifications
Forward - High Range22.0 mph
Forward - Range 16.0 mph
Forward - Range 212.0 mph
Reverse - High Range22.0 mph
Reverse - Range 16.0 mph
Reverse - Range 212.0 mph

Service Refill Capacities

Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System4.4 gal
Fuel Tank20.6 gal
Hydraulic Tank12.2 gal
Engine Oil3.0 gal
Hydraulic System18.5 gal
Engine Crankcase3.0 gal
Transmission - Gear Box2.9 gal

Steering System

Steering System specifications
Maximum Steering Torque - 0 degrees (Straight Machine)42,505 lb-ft
Maximum Steering Torque - 39 degrees (Full Turn)31,398 lb-ft
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump3,191 psi
Nominal Flow - Steering Pump12.0 gal/min
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left<6 turns
Steering AC Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - 2,620 rpm3.0 s
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction39 °
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter3 in
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter1 in
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke12 in

Loader Hydraulic System

Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke28 in
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke16 in
3rd Function Maximum Working Pressure3,408 psi
Boost Flow Maximum Pressure3,191 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height3.0 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level2.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift9.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height1.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level2.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift5.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Total Cycle Time9.6 s
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter3 in
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter2 in
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump22.0 gal/min
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - Auxiliary Function High Flow33.0 gal/min
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - Auxiliary Function Standard Flow22.0 gal/min
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump3,408 psi
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder Head4,496 psi
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder Rod2,756 psi
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter4 in
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter2 in

Cab Features - Canopy

Cab Features - Canopy specifications
External Knock Back MirrorsStandard
Lockable Storage BoxStandard

Dimensions - With ISO Coupler - Approximate

Dimensions - With ISO Coupler - Approximate specifications
Dig Depth4 in
Turning Radius - Inside Tire81 in
Turning Radius - Over Bucket179 in

Dimensions - With SSL Coupler - Approximate

Dimensions - With SSL Coupler - Approximate specifications
Dig Depth4 in
Turning Radius - Inside Tire81 in
Turning Radius - Over Bucket180 in

Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With ISO Coupler

Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With ISO Coupler specifications
Articulation Angle39 °
Clearance - Bucket at 45 degrees *103 in
Clearance - Level Bucket**126 in
Departure Angle33 °
Dig Depth**4 in
Dump Angle at Full Lift45 °
Height - Bucket Pin**134 in
Height - Ground Clearance**13 in
Height - Ground to Cab**104 in
Length - Overall*222 in
Length - Wheel Base85 in
Machine Width78 in
Note (1)*Vary with bucket.
Note (2)**Vary with tire.
Note (3)Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with general purpose buckets bolt-on cutting edges 75 kg (165 lb) operator no air conditioner and Dunlop 405/70 SPT9 tires.
Reach - Bucket at 45 degrees*30 in
Turning Radius - Inside of Tires81 in
Turning Radius - Over Bucket179 in
Width - Bucket81 in
Width - Tread Center61 in

Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With SSL Coupler

Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With SSL Coupler specifications
Articulation Angle39 °
Clearance - Bucket at 45 degrees *98 in
Clearance - Level Bucket**126 in
Departure Angle33 °
Dig Depth**4 in
Dump Angle at Full Lift45 °
Height - Bucket Pin**134 in
Height - Ground Clearance**13 in
Height - Ground to Cab**104 in
Length - Overall*228 in
Length - Wheel Base85 in
Machine Width78 in
Reach - Bucket at 45 degrees*35 in
Turning Radius - Inside of Tires81 in
Turning Radius - Over Bucket179 in
Width - Bucket81 in
Width - Tread Center61 in

Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose Bucket

Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose Bucket specifications
Bucket Width81 in
Dump Height100 in
Rated Capacity1.40 yd³

Maximum Material Densities - Light Material Bucket

Maximum Material Densities - Light Material Bucket specifications
Bucket Width82 in
Dump Height92 in
Rated Capacity2.00 yd³

Maximum Material Densities - Multi Purpose Bucket

Maximum Material Densities - Multi Purpose Bucket specifications
Bucket Width81 in
Dump Height104 in
Rated Capacity1.20 yd³

Operating Specifications - ISO Coupler

Operating Specifications - ISO Coupler specifications
Breakout Force - Bucket13,712 lb-ft
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket8,874 lb
Rack Back - Transport Position52 °
Rated Bucket Capacity1.40 yd³
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket4,438 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 1.25 Stability and 500 mm [20 in] Load Center)5,561 lb
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket10,891 lb
Tire Size405/70 R20

Operating Specifications - SSL Coupler

Operating Specifications - SSL Coupler specifications
Breakout Force - Bucket10,566 lb-ft
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket8,311 lb
Rack Back - Transport Position52 °
Rated Bucket Capacity1.40 yd³
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket4,156 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 1.25 Stability and 500 mm [20 in] Load Center)5,192 lb
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket10,207 lb
Tire Size405/70 R20

Travel Speeds

Travel Speeds specifications
High Speed21.7 mph
Speed 16.2 mph
Speed 212.4 mph

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