CAT 908M Wheel Loader

Dimensions – With Iso Coupler – Approximate

Ground Clearance 13 in (330.2 mm)
Maximum Fork Height 10.9 ft in (3.33 m)
Cab Height 8.7 ft in (2.66 m)
Fork Height At Maximum Reach 4.8 ft in (1.47 m)
Maximum Reach 4.3 ft in (1.32 m)
Dig Depth 3.9 in (99.06 mm)
Overall Length – With Bucket 18.5 ft in (5.64 m)
Overall Length – With Forks 19.7 ft in (6.01 m)
Fork Reach At Maximum Height 1.5 ft in (0.46 m)
Reach At Ground Level 2.6 ft in (0.8 m)
Fork Depth Below Ground 2.8 in (71.12 mm)
Maximum Dump Height 8.6 ft in (2.63 m)
Reach At Maximum Dump Height 2.5 ft in (0.77 m)
Articulation Angle – Degrees 39
Tire Gauge 5.2 ft in (1.59 m)
Hinge Pin At Maximum Height 11.2 ft in (3.42 m)
Turning Radius – Inside Tire 6.8 ft in (2.08 m)
Dump Angle At Maximum Height – Degrees 45
Turning Radius – Over Bucket 14.9 ft in (4.55 m)
Load Over Height 10.5 ft in (3.21 m)
Wheel Base 7.1 ft in (2.17 m)
Departure Angle – Degrees 33
Width – Over Bucket 6.8 ft in (2.08 m)
Machine Width 6.5 ft in (1.99 m)

Dimensions – With Ssl Coupler – Approximate

Ground Clearance 13 in (330.2 mm)
Overall Length – With Bucket 18.9 ft in (5.77 m)
Cab Height 8.7 ft in (2.66 m)
Departure Angle – Degrees 33
Dig Depth 3.7 in (93.98 mm)
Dump Angle At Maximum Height – Degrees 45
Fork Depth Above Ground 1.2 in (30.48 mm)
Fork Height At Maximum Reach 5 ft in (1.53 m)
Fork Reach At Maximum Height 1.9 ft in (0.58 m)
Hinge Pin At Maximum Height 11.2 ft in (3.42 m)
Load Over Height 10.5 ft in (3.21 m)
Machine Width 6.5 ft in (1.99 m)
Maximum Dump Height 8.31 ft in (2.53 m)
Maximum Fork Height 10.8 ft in (3.3 m)
Maximum Reach 4.7 ft in (1.44 m)
Articulation Angle – Degrees 39
Overall Length – With Forks 20.2 ft in (6.16 m)
Reach At Ground Level 3 ft in (0.92 m)
Reach At Maximum Dump Height 2.8 ft in (0.86 m)
Tire Gauge 5.2 ft in (1.59 m)
Turning Radius – Inside Tire 6.8 ft in (2.08 m)
Turning Radius – Over Bucket 15 ft in (4.58 m)
Wheel Base 7.1 ft in (2.17 m)
Width – Over Bucket 6.75 ft in (2.06 m)

Engine Details

Net Power 74 hp (55.2 kw)
Displacement 201 cu in (3.3 L)
Bore 3.7 in (94 mm)
Stroke 4.7 in (119.4 mm)
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.
Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT*
Note (1) Net power ratings are tested at the reference conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2) Net power shown is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, diesel exhaust filter, and fan at minimum speed.
Note (3) No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems.
Note (4) Flywheel per the SAE reference conditions with the fan at maximum speed.
Note *Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IIIB (M Series) or Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIA (M Series [EUSO]) emission standards.
Maximum Gross Power – Sae J1995 74 hp (55.2 kw)
Maximum Net Power – Sae J1349 68 hp (50.8 kw)
Maximum Gross Power – Iso 14396 73 hp (54.5 kw)
Rated Net Power – 2,500 Rpm – Sae J1349 68 hp (50.8 kw)
Maximum Net Power – Iso 9249 69 hp (51.5 kw)
Maximum Gross Power 73 hp (54.5 kw)
Maximum Gross Power – Iso 14396 (Din) 74 hp (55.2 kw)
Maximum Gross Torque – Iso 14396 192 lb ft (260.4 Nm)
Maximum Net Torque – Sae J1349 189 lb ft (256.3 Nm)
Maximum Net Torque – Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 191 lb ft (259 Nm)
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 – Sae J1349 73 hp (54.5 kw)
Rated Net Power – 2,400 Rpm – Iso 9249 (1977)/Eec 80/1269 74 hp (55.2 kw)

Drive Train

Forward – Range 1 6 mph (9.7 km/h)
Forward – Range 2 12 mph (19.4 km/h)
Forward – High Range 22 mph (35.5 km/h)
Reverse – Range 1 6 mph (9.7 km/h)
Reverse – Range 2 12 mph (19.4 km/h)
Reverse – High Range 22 mph (35.5 km/h)

Operational Specs

Operating Weight 14032 lb (6364.9 kg)

Steering

Maximum Working Pressure – Steering Pump 3191 psi
Steering Articulation Angle – Each Direction 39 degrees
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting – Bore Diameter 3.1 in (78.8 mm)
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting – Rod Diameter 1.4 in (35.6 mm)
Steering Cylinder, Double Acting – Stroke 11.8 in (299.8 mm)
Nominal Flow – Steering Pump 12 gal/min
Maximum Steering Torque – 0 Degrees (Straight Machine) 42506 lb ft (57630.4 Nm)
Maximum Steering Torque – 39 Degrees (Full Turn) 31398 lb ft (42570 Nm)
Steering Ac Cycle Times – Full Left To Full Right – 2,620 Rpm 3 s
Number Of Steering Wheel Turns – Full Left To Full Right Or Full Right To Full Left <6 turns

Weights

Operating Weight 14032 lb (6364.9 kg)

Tires

Note (1) Other tire choices available, contact your Cat dealer for details.
Note (2) In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tires’ tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.

Weights

Note Specifications shown are for a machine configured with general purpose buckets, bolt-on cutting edges, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, Dunlop 405/70 SPT9 tires, full fuel, comfort EROPS cab, standard flow hydraulics and skid-steer coupler. – 908M is configured with a 1.1 m3 (1.44 yd3) bucket with bolt-on cutting edge.

Tires

Note (3) CAT recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
Option (1) 360/80 R20 TRI2 Nokian
Option (2) 375/75 R20 XZSL Michelin
Option (3) 400/70 R20 XMCL Michelin
Option (4) 400/70 R20 Bibload Michelin
Option (5) 405/70 R20 SPT9 Dunlop
Option (6) 12.5-20 ATU Firestone

Buckets

Bucket Capacities 0.9 m3-1.5 m3 (1.2 yd3-2.0 yd3)
Bucket Capacities – Iso Coupler 0.9-1.5 m3
Bucket Capacities – Ssl Style Coupler 1.2-2.0 yd3
General Purpose 1.1-1.3 m3 (1.44-1.7 yd3)
Light Material 2 yd3 (1.5 m3)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump 1.3 s
Main Relief – 3rd Aux Flow: Standard 22 gal/min
Main Relief – 3rd Aux Flow 3400 psi
Main Relief – 3rd Aux Flow: High Flow 34 gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lift 5.2 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Rackback 2.1 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lower 3.2 s

Operating Specifications

Rated Bucket Capacity 1.4 yd3 (1.1 m3)
Full Turn Tipping Load 8311 lb (3769.9 kg)
Tipping Load – Straight – Iso 14397-1 9757 lb (4425.8 kg)
Tipping Load – Full Turn – Iso 14397-1 7947 lb (3604.7 kg)
Clearance – Full Lift And 45 Degrees Dump 8 ft in (2.5 m)
Reach – Full Lift And 45 Degrees Dump 3 ft in (1 m)
Steering Articulation Angle – Each Direction 39 degrees

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System 4.4 gal (16.7 L)
Fuel Tank Capacity 20.6 gal (78 L)
Hydraulic Tank 12.2 gal (46.2 L)
Hydraulic System – Including Tank 19 gal (72 L)
Engine Crankcase 3 gal (11.4 L)
Transmission – Gear Box 2.9 gal (11 L)
Hydraulic System 18.5 gal (70.1 L)
Engine Oil 3 gal (11.4 L)

Cab

ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471-1994.
FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98, Level II, ISO 3449 1992 Level II.
Note (1) Cat cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Note (2) When properly installed and maintained, the cab offered by Caterpillar, when tested with doors, and windows closed as per work cycle procedures specified in ISO 6395 2008, results in operator sound exposure Leq (Equivalent sound pressure level) of 66 dB(A) typical.

Loader Hydraulic System

Lift Cylinder, Double Acting – Stroke 27.5 in (698.5 mm)
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting – Stroke 16.4 in (416.6 mm)
Maximum Flow – Implement Pump 22 gal/min
3rd Function Maximum Working Pressure 3408 psi
Maximum Working Pressure – Implement Pump 3408 psi
Relief Pressure – Tilt Cylinder Rod 2756 psi
Boost Flow Maximum Pressure 3191 psi
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting – Bore Diameter 3.3 in (83.9 mm)
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting – Rod Diameter 2 in (50.8 mm)
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting – Bore Diameter 3.9 in (99.1 mm)
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting – Rod Diameter 2.2 in (55.9 mm)
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,800 Rpm – Raise, Ground Level To Maximum Lift 5.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,800 Rpm – Dump, At Maximum Lift Height 1.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,800 Rpm – Float Down, Maximum Lift To Ground Level 2.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,800 Rpm – Total Cycle Time 9.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,000 Rpm – Raise, Ground Level To Maximum Lift 9.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,000 Rpm – Dump, At Maximum Lift Height 3 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – 1,000 Rpm – Float Down, Maximum Lift To Ground Level 2.6 s
Maximum Flow – Implement Pump – Auxiliary Function Standard Flow 22 gal/min
Maximum Flow – Implement Pump – Auxiliary Function High Flow 33 gal/min
Relief Pressure – Tilt Cylinder Head 4496 psi

Maximum Material Densities – General Purpose Bucket

Bucket Width 81 in (2057.4 mm)
Maximum Material Density 2611 lb/yd
Rated Capacity 1.4 yd3 (1.1 m3)
Dump Height 100 in (2540 mm)

Maximum Material Densities – Light Material Bucket

Bucket Width 82 in (2082.8 mm)
Maximum Material Density 1743 lb/yd
Rated Capacity 2 yd3 (1.6 m3)
Dump Height 92 in (2336.8 mm)

Maximum Material Densities – Multi Purpose Bucket

Bucket Width 81 in (2057.4 mm)
Maximum Material Density 3251 lb/yd
Rated Capacity 1.2 yd3 (1 m3)
Dump Height 104 in (2641.6 mm)

Operating Specifications – Iso Coupler

Rated Bucket Capacity 1.4 yd3 (1.1 m3)
Rated Operating Load At Full Turn – Bucket 4438 lb (2013.1 kg)
Tire Size 405/70 R20
Straight Tipping Load – Bucket 10891 lb (4940.1 kg)
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) 5561 lb (2522.5 kg)
Breakout Force – Bucket 13712 lb ft (18591 Nm)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load – Bucket 8874 lb (4025.2 kg)
Rack Back – Transport Position 52

Operating Specifications – Ssl Coupler

Rated Bucket Capacity 1.4 yd3 (1.1 m3)
Rated Operating Load At Full Turn – Bucket 4156 lb (1885.2 kg)
Tire Size 405/70 R20
Straight Tipping Load – Bucket 10207 lb (4629.9 kg)
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) 5192 lb (2355.1 kg)
Breakout Force – Bucket 10566 lb ft (14325.6 Nm)
Full Turn Static Tipping Load – Bucket 8311 lb (3769.9 kg)
Rack Back – Transport Position 52

Travel Speeds

Speed 1 6.2 mph (10 km/h)
Speed 2 12.4 mph (20 km/h)
High Speed 21.7 mph (35 km/h)

Cab Features – Canopy

External Knock Back Mirrors Standard
Lockable Storage Box Standard
Sun Visor Standard
Cup Holder Standard
Vinyl Suspension Seat Standard
Adjustable Internal Mirror Standard
Coat Hook Standard
Fixed Steering Column Standard

Cab Features – Comfort Cab

Left Window – Sliding Standard
Cat Radio/Cd/Mp3/Wma/Aux Optional
Sun Visor Standard
Heater Standard
Heated Rear Window Standard
Adjustable Steering Column Standard
Cup Holder Standard
Air Conditioner Optional
Lockable Storage Box Standard
Cloth Suspension Seat, Arm Rest Standard
Coat Hook Standard
External Knock Back Mirrors Standard
Radio-Ready Kit (Wiring, Speaker, Aerial And Grilles) Optional
Rear Blind Optional
Two Access Doors Standard
Adjustable Internal Mirror Standard
Cabin Light Standard
Machine Security System Optional

Cab Features – Deluxe Cab

Air Conditioner Optional
Machine Security System Optional
Cat Radio/Cd/Mp3/Wma/Aux Optional
Adjustable Internal Mirror Standard
Rear Blind Optional
Adjustable Steering Column Standard
Heated Rear Window Standard
Coat Hook Standard
External Knock Back Mirrors Standard
Cloth, Electric Air Suspension, Arm/Head Rest, Lumbar Support And Heated Back Seat Standard
Cup Holder Standard
Lockable Storage Box Standard
Sun Visor Standard
Two Access Doors Standard
Left Window – Sliding Standard
Cabin Light Standard
Heater Standard
Radio-Ready Kit (Wiring, Speaker, Aerial And Grilles) Standard
Right Window – Sliding Standard

Dimensions With Bucket (Approximate) – Standard Lift – With Iso Coupler

Height – Ground To Cab** 8.7 ft in (2.7 m)
Height – Ground Clearance** 1.1 ft in (0.4 m)
Length – Wheel Base 7.1 ft in (2.2 m)
Length – Overall* 18.5 ft in (5.7 m)
Reach – Bucket At 45 Degrees* 2.5 ft in (0.8 m)
Dig Depth** 3.9 in (99.1 mm)
Clearance – Bucket At 45 Degrees * 8.6 ft in (2.7 m)
Clearance – Level Bucket** 10.5 ft in (3.3 m)
Height – Bucket Pin** 11.2 ft in (3.5 m)
Width – Bucket 6.8 ft in (2.1 m)
Width – Tread Center 5.1 ft in (1.6 m)
Turning Radius – Over Bucket 14.9 ft in (4.6 m)
Turning Radius – Inside Of Tires 6.8 ft in (2.1 m)
Machine Width 6.5 ft in (2 m)
Dump Angle At Full Lift 45 degrees
Departure Angle 33 degrees
Articulation Angle 39 degrees
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.

Dimensions With Bucket (Approximate) – Standard Lift – With Ssl Coupler

Height – Ground To Cab** 8.7 ft in (2.7 m)
Height – Ground Clearance** 1.1 ft in (0.4 m)
Length – Wheel Base 7.1 ft in (2.2 m)
Length – Overall* 19 ft in (5.8 m)
Reach – Bucket At 45 Degrees* 2.9 ft in (0.9 m)
Dig Depth** 4.2 in (106.7 mm)
Clearance – Bucket At 45 Degrees * 8.2 ft in (2.5 m)
Clearance – Level Bucket** 10.5 ft in (3.3 m)
Height – Bucket Pin** 11.2 ft in (3.5 m)
Width – Bucket 6.8 ft in (2.1 m)
Width – Tread Center 5.1 ft in (1.6 m)
Turning Radius – Over Bucket 14.9 ft in (4.6 m)
Turning Radius – Inside Of Tires 6.8 ft in (2.1 m)
Machine Width 6.5 ft in (2 m)
Dump Angle At Full Lift 45 degrees
Departure Angle 33 degrees
Articulation Angle 39 degrees
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.
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