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Cat 908 Compact Wheel Loader

Cat® wheel loaders set the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort. The Cat 908 Compact Wheel Loader has a high torque C2.8 engine that works in conjunction with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver exceptional fuel efficiency. “Shift on the go” locking differentials and hydrostatic transmission provide smooth and powerful operation while increasing the efficiency of machine cycles.

Maximum Gross Power
74.7HP
Engine Model
Cat C2.8*
Maximum Engine Speed
2550 rpm
Maximum Gross Power – Rated Engine Speed
2400r/min
Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995
74.7HP
Maximum Gross Power – ISO 14396
74.3HP
Maximum Gross Power – ISO 14396 (metric)
75.3mhp
Rated Net Power – Rated Engine Speed
2400r/min
Rated Net Power – SAE J1349
72.7HP
Rated Net Power – ISO 9249
72.1HP
Rated Net Power – 2,400 rpm – ISO 9249 (metric)
73.1mhp
Maximum Gross Torque – SAE J1995
222lb/ft
Maximum Gross Torque – ISO 14396
221lb/ft
Maximum Net Torque – SAE J1349
218lb/ft
Maximum Net Torque – ISO 9249
217lb/ft
Displacement
171in³
Bore
3.54in
Stroke
4.33in
Note
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture
Note (1)
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel.
Note (2)
*Two Cat C2.8 engine emission options are available: 1) Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V. 2) U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent. Tier 3 engine specs are 0.3 kW/0.4 hp more gross power (SAE J1995), 0.2 kW/0.3 hp on net power (SAE J1349)
Note (3)
#Maximum gross and net torque measured at 1,600 rpm.
Operating Weight
14617lb
Bucket Capacities
0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³)
Bucket Capacities – General Purpose
0.80-1.35 m³ (1.0-1.7 yd³)
Multi-Purpose
0.75-1.1 m³ (1.0-1.4 yd³)
Bucket Capacities – Light Material
1.25-1.55 m³ (1.6-2.0 yd³)
Note
Bucket selection must be made with an understanding of the material density and application to ensure machine stability is maintained within the tipping loads stated per model and configuration.
Note (1)
Bucket capacities stated include BOCE, in line with ISO 7546.
Recyclability
93%
Fuel Tank
24Gal
Cooling System
3.2Gal
Engine Crankcase
2.3Gal
Axles – Front Center Differential
2.3Gal
Axles – Rear Center Differential
2.3Gal
Hydraulic System – Including Tank
18.6Gal
Hydraulic Tank
11.8Gal
Transmission
0.6Gal
Note
No Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fluid needed on this size engine.
Front
Fixed (standard), Locking Differential (optional)
Rear
Fixed (standard), Locking Differential (optional)
Note
Oscillation of ±11 degrees via hitch between front and rear frames.
Steering Articulation Angle – Each Direction
39°
Maximum Flow – Steering Pump
12.3gal/min
Maximum Working Pressure – Steering Pump
3336psi
Steering Cycle Times – (full left to full right) – at High Idle
2.8s
Number of Steering Wheel Turns – Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left
3.25 turns or 4.00 turns
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range Creep#
6mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 1*
6mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 2** – High Speed
10.5mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 2** – Standard
12mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 3***
25mile/h
Note
#Factory default shown, can be adjusted to any speed up to 19 km/h (12 mph).
Note (1)
*Creep function not available in this gear or above.
Note (2)
**Max speed dependent on model and configuration (standard vs. high speed transmission).
Note (3)
***Reverse is 30 km/h (19 mph).
Tire Size – Standard
*405/70 R20 SPT9
Tire Size – Optional
405/70 R20 Powerloads
Tire Size – Optional (1)
400/70 R20 XMCL/Bibload
Tire Size – Optional (2)
360/80 R20 TRI 2
Tire Size – Optional (3)
40X14-20 TL, SM/TR
Note
*This tire has been used for all dimension, stability and performance data.
Note (1)
Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
Note (2)
Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Note (1)
Canopy and cab, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are available worldwide. Canopy not available in EU.
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice)
3408psi
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) – Standard Flow*
24gal/min
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) – High Flow*
33gal/min
Main Relief – 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice)
3408psi
Main Relief – 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice) – Flow
12gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Rackback
2.5s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lift
5.8s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump
1.8s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Float Down
3.6s
Note
* Maximum flow stated, actual flow delta could be 6% from data shown. Also adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through display.
Height: Ground to Cab**
8.75ft
Height: Ground to Beacon**
9.33ft
Height: Ground Axle Center**
1.67ft
Height: Ground Clearance**
1ft
Length: Overall*
18.17ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper
4.5ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle
3.5ft
Length: Wheel Base
7.08ft
Clearance: Bucket at 45° *
8.58ft
Clearance: Load over Height**
9.75ft
Clearance: Level Bucket**
10.5ft
Height: Bucket Pin**
11.17ft
Height: Overall**
14.17ft
Reach: Bucket at 45° *
2.33ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin
1.17ft
Dig Depth**
0.33ft
Width: Bucket
6.75ft
Width: Tread Center
5.08ft
Turning Radius: Over Bucket
14.75ft
Width: Over Tires
6.67ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
13.17ft
Turning Radius: Inside of Tires
6.5ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift
53°
Dump Angle at Full Lift
45°
Rack Angle at Carry
51°
Departure Angle – Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees
39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^
14633lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 †
10626lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 †
8895lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^
14252lb
Tipping Load – Straight †
10626lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 ††
5815lb
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket
Note (2)
**Vary with tire
Note (3)
^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4)
^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class III carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5)
†Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6)
††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7)
#HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8)
Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9 405/70 R20 tires and 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II
Note (9)
Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler
3.92ft
Height – Ground to Cab
8.75ft
Height: Ground to Beacon**
9.33ft
Height: Ground Axle Center**
1.67ft
Height – Ground Clearance
1ft
Length – Overall with Bucket
18.67ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper
4.5ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle
3.5ft
Length – Wheel Base
7.08ft
Clearance – Bucket at 45°
8.25ft
Clearance: Load over Height**
9.75ft
Clearance – Level Bucket
10.5ft
Height – Bucket Pin
11.17ft
Height: Overall**
14.42ft
Reach – Bucket at 45°
2.67ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin
1.25ft
Dig Depth
0.45ft
Width – Bucket
6.75ft
Width – Tread Center
5.08ft
Turning Radius – Over Bucket
15.08ft
Width – Over Tires
6.67ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
13.17ft
Turning Radius – Inside Tire
6.67ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift
50°
Dump Angle at Full Lift
48°
Rack Angle at Carry
54°
Departure Angle – Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees
39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^
14752lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 †
9581lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 †
8141lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^
14391lb
Tipping Load – Straight †
9753lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 ††
5438lb
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket
Note (2)
**Vary with tire
Note (3)
^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4)
^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class III carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5)
†Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6)
††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7)
#HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8)
Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9 405/70 R20 tires and 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II
Note (9)
Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1†
6800lb
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler
4.75ft
Height: Ground to Cab**
8.75ft
Height: Ground to Beacon**
9.33ft
Height: Ground Axle Center**
1.67ft
Height: Ground Clearance**
1ft
Length: Overall*
19.67ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper
4.5ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle
3.5ft
Length: Wheel Base
7.08ft
Clearance: Bucket at 45° *
10.92ft
Clearance: Load over Height**
10.75ft
Clearance: Level Bucket**
12.08ft
Height: Bucket Pin**
12.75ft
Height: Overall**
15.67ft
Reach: Bucket at 45° *
3.25ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin
1.17ft
Dig Depth**
0.33ft
Width: Bucket
6.75ft
Width: Tread Center
5.08ft
Turning Radius: Over Bucket
15.83ft
Width: Over Tires
6.67ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
13.17ft
Turning Radius: Inside of Tires
6.5ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift
69°
Dump Angle at Full Lift
40°
Rack Angle at Carry
48°
Departure Angle – Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees
39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^
14848lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 †
9187lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 †
7645lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^
14542lb
Tipping Load – Straight †
9187lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 ††
4706lb
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket
Note (2)
**Vary with tire
Note (3)
^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4)
^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class III carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5)
†Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6)
††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7)
#HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8)
Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9 405/70 R20 tires and 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II
Note (9)
Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9
Height: Ground to Cab**
8.75ft
Height: Ground to Beacon**
9.33ft
Height: Ground Axle Center**
1.67ft
Height: Ground Clearance**
1ft
Length: Overall*
20.17ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper
4.5ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle
3.5ft
Length: Wheel Base
7.08ft
Clearance: Bucket at 45° *
10.42ft
Clearance: Load over Height**
10.75ft
Clearance: Level Bucket**
12.08ft
Height: Bucket Pin**
12.75ft
Height: Overall**
15.92ft
Reach: Bucket at 45° *
3.42ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin
1.25ft
Dig Depth**
0.42ft
Width: Bucket
6.75ft
Width: Tread Center
5.08ft
Turning Radius: Over Bucket
16.17ft
Width: Over Tires
6.67ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
13.17ft
Turning Radius: Inside of Tires
6.5ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift
66°
Dump Angle at Full Lift
40°
Rack Angle at Carry
42°
Departure Angle – Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees
39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^
15070lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 †
8385lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 †
6943lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^
14714lb
Tipping Load – Straight †
8385lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 ††
4375lb
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket
Note (2)
**Vary with tire
Note (3)
^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4)
^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class III carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5)
†Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6)
††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7)
#HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8)
Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9 405/70 R20 tires and 1.15 m3 (1.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II
Note (9)
Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9
  • Power Train
    • Emissions compliant, two options (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V
      – U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent
    • Cat C2.8 engine
      – Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life) or muffler (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – Fuel, diesel, ultra low or low Sulphur (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – Hydrostatic transmission, two speed, with inching function, “shift on the go”
      – Power train mode, hystat
    • Air cleaner, two stage filter, with in cab audio/visual indicator on display
    • Axles, heavy duty, frame mounted with outboard planetary reduction
    • Closed circuit breather
    • Coolant, extended life, –36° C (–33° F)
    • Drive shaft, sealed for life, universal joints
    • Engine, auto idle shutdown, hibernation mode
    • Engine oil, ECO drain tap and hose
    • Fuel pump, priming (manual)/water separator/drain
  • Hydraulics
    • Hydraulic pilot shut off switch, in cab
    • Electro-hydraulic, fully proportional controls
    • Dead engine lower, lift valve, manual
    • Demand cooling fan, hydraulically drive
    • Coupler/pin on attachment ready
    • Caterpillar HYDO Advanced 10 hydraulic oil
    • Hystat displacement pump, infinitely variable
    • Implement valve, pressure compensated
    • Joystick, single lever, single auxiliary roller
    • Multi-function lift and tilt with loader arm float
    • Motor, single drive with dedicated implement and steering pumps
  • Electrical
    • Alternator, 100 amp sealed
    • Battery, heavy duty, 12V, 90Ah and 1,000 CCA
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Cab mounted fuse panel
    • Lights, rear stop and turn, LED
    • Lights, roading, front halogen
    • Service (Electronic Technician)
    • Product Link
  • Operator Environment
    • ROPS/FOPS certified canopy/cab
      – 12V power outlets, interior/exterior
      – Pedals, raised, foot, brake/inching, accelerator
      – Lever, parking brake
      – Cup holders (2)
      – CB radio clip, phone holder
      – Door release, internal (left and right)
      – Hook, large, coat and hard hat
      – Floormat, heavy duty, easy clean
      – Mirrors, (2) external breakaway, (1) internal
      – Operator station on isolation mounts
      – Steering wheel, spinner knob, horn in center
      – Seat belt, orange, retractable, 51 mm (2 in)
      – Storage, personal (trays [3], seat pocket)
      – Steering column, tilt adjusted
      – Column mounted multi function control: lights, roading, wipers, self cancelling turn signals
      – Quick coupler switch, in cab
    • Display, analog and digital
      – Gauges (2), hydraulic oil, engine coolant
      – Digital with soft touch buttons – fuel level, speed range, speedometer, service hour meter, service/maintenance information, hydraulic and power train performance and aggressiveness settings, security passcode (multiple languages)
    • Joystick, seat mounted, standard multifunction
      – FNR, auxiliary roller, speed range select, continuous flow, differential lock, horn
      – Arm rest, padded right, multiple position vertical height
    • Seat, manual height adjustment, (cab) fabric with adjustable left arm rest, (canopy) vinyl
    • Cab
      – Doors (2), fixed glass
      – Wipers, front and rear, full front coverage
      – Windshield, front single piece
      – Window, rear heated
      – Radio ready, speakers and wiring
      – Air vents, (4) screen, (7) directional
      – Heating, mechanical control unit
      – Sun visor, solid, front full width
      – Interior light (incandescent)
  • Other
    • Fenders, front and rear
    • Ground level easy access daily service points
    • Loader arm safety brace
    • Lockable main and side engine enclosures
    • Lockable, fuel cap, HVAC filters, nose cone
    • Machine lifting/tie down points
    • Paint, Electro-Coat primer, gloss topcoat
    • Recovery hitch with pin
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports, engine oil and hydraulic oil
  • Power Train
    • Antifreeze, extended life coolant, –50° C (–58° F)
    • Cold start – jacket water heater, bypass valve
    • Creep and throttle lock function
    • Fuel pump, priming, electric (Dependent on regional regulations.)
    • 40 km/h (25 mph) hydrostatic transmission, 3-speed, “shift on the go”, secondary steering and boosted brakes
    • Power train mode, utility (includes keypad)
  • Electrical
    • Lighting packages, multiple; front, rear, engine bay (LED or HAL)
    • Push to start
    • Work tool wiring harness, (3) in cab switches
  • Hydraulics
    • Auxiliary flow, single standard (3) valve, single high flow (3) valve, dual high flow (4) valve
    • Caterpillar Bio HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil
    • Connect under pressure and case drain
    • Ride Control or load check valves*
    • Reversing fan
    • Quick disconnect auxiliary hydraulics
  • Operator Station
    • Air Conditioning, automatic temperature control (ATC)
    • Doors, sliding windows (left and right)
    • Interior light, door activated
    • Joystick, FNR, twin auxiliary roller, differential lock, horn
    • Joystick, seat mounted, multifunction
    • Mirrors (2) electronically adjustable, heated external, plus lower parabolic mirror
    • Phone holder, spring loaded
    • Radio, FM or digital audio broadcast
    • Seat belt options, multiple
    • Seat packages; deluxe or premium
    • Secondary display, front or rear view camera
    • Soft touch keypad options, 8 or 16 button
    • Storage, lockable box or lockable cooled box
    • Sun visor, rear perforated
    • USB ports (2), interior
  • Other
    • Couplers, vertical (SSL), horizontal (HPL-V, HPL-A)
    • Rotary sensors (snubbing, kickouts, parallel)
    • High lift option

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