Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer
Cat D8 dozer specs: 363 hp net power, 87,083 lb operating weight, 13.47 yd3 SU blade capacity, Cat C15 engine, 165.6 gal fuel tank, and Tier 4 Final / Stage V emissions.
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Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer Specs at a Glance
The Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer is a 87,083 lb heavy dozer rated at 363 net horsepower with a listed blade capacity of 13.47 cu yd. Use this page to check the core model specs, then confirm the exact serial range, blade or bucket, undercarriage, counterweight, hydraulic options, and emissions package before using the numbers for purchase, transport, or bid decisions.
Spec basis: Tier 4 Final / Stage V D8 with standard SU blade reference. LGP, waste handler, ripper, guarding, shoe width, and regional emissions packages change weight and ground pressure.
Research Path
Next Steps for D8 Tier 4 / Stage V
Key OEM Spec Summary
Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values.
Complete OEM Technical Data Sheet
Verified OEM engine parameters, hydraulic pressure circuits, digging forces, and transport dimensions.
| Reference Name | Caterpillar D8 dozer product specifications |
| Primary OEM Reference | https://www.cat.com/en_GB/products/new/equipment/dozers/medium-dozers/120120.html |
| Spec Configuration | Tier 4 Final / Stage V D8 with standard SU blade reference. LGP, waste handler, ripper, guarding, shoe width, and regional emissions packages change weight and ground pressure. |
| Last Reviewed | September 2026 |
| Cost and Fuel Note | Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values. |
| Engine Make & Model | Cat C15 |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 | 363 HP (271 kW) |
| Rated Speed | 2,050 rpm |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V class reference |
| Operating Weight | 87,083 lbs (39,500 kg) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 165.6 gal (627 L) |
| DEF Tank Capacity | 8.7 gal (33 L) |
| Powertrain | Fully automatic 4-speed with lock-up clutch torque divider |
| Standard Blade | Semi-Universal (SU) |
| Standard SU Blade Capacity | 13.47 yd3 (10.3 m3) |
| Standard Shoe Width | 24 in (610 mm) |
| Standard Ground Pressure | 13 psi (89.7 kPa) |
| LGP Operating Weight | 83,963 lbs (38,085 kg) |
| LGP Blade Capacity | 12.9 yd3 (9.9 m3) |
| LGP Ground Pressure | 7.9 psi (54.6 kPa) |
| Best Fit | Fleets that need high-production dozing, ripping capability, heavy blade capacity, and stronger undercarriage components than mid-size dozers. |
| Verify Before Transport | Confirm blade removal, ripper, guarding, shoe width, counterweight, waste handler package, and regional road permits before quoting haul cost. |
| Common Long-Tail Searches Answered | Cat D8 operating weight, Cat D8 horsepower, Cat D8 blade capacity, Cat D8 fuel capacity, D8 dozer ground pressure, Cat D8 specs. |
Machine Architecture & Operational Overview
The Caterpillar D8 is a high-production crawler dozer for heavy site preparation, ripping, roadbuilding, landfill, quarry, and mass earthmoving work. Compared with a D6-size dozer, the D8 moves into a much heavier transport and undercarriage cost class, so buyers should compare blade capacity, ground pressure, shoe width, ripper package, fuel tank size, emissions package, and haul permit requirements before using the numbers for bids or fleet planning. Fuel burn and hourly cost below are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial planning estimates, not OEM-guaranteed values.
Primary Jobsite Applications: Heavy site preparation, roadbuilding, production dozing, ripping, quarry support, landfill work, forestry clearing, and high-volume earthmoving
Buyer and Fleet Checklist
Before You Use These Specs
Transport Planning
Confirm weight, width, height, bucket or blade removal, counterweight, shoe width, tire package, permits, and trailer capacity against the actual machine configuration.
Attachment Matching
Check hydraulic flow, relief pressure, coupler style, case drain, return filtration, tool control, lifting limits, and dealer-approved attachment charts.
Cost Per Hour
Build the hourly rate from fuel, DEF, preventive maintenance, wear parts, tires or undercarriage, repairs, depreciation, finance cost, insurance, and utilization.
Spec Accuracy
Use the source link and configuration note as the starting point, then verify serial range and local-market literature before purchase, repair, hauling, or bid work.
Common Long-Tail Searches This Page Answers
What is the operating weight?
87,083 lb, depending on configuration.
How much horsepower does it have?
363 net hp for the listed engine configuration.
What blade capacity is listed?
13.47 cu yd for the listed blade configuration.
What should be verified before use?
Serial prefix, attachment package, counterweight, track shoe width, emissions tier, and local dealer documentation.
Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer FAQ
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer?
The listed operating weight is 87,083 lb for the referenced configuration. Buckets, blades, couplers, thumbs, guards, counterweights, tires, track shoes, fuel level, and regional packages can change the final transport weight.
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer have?
The listed net horsepower is 363 hp. Confirm the exact engine rating standard, emissions package, and model year before using the value for bidding, rental comparison, or attachment sizing.
Is the fuel burn shown here an OEM guaranteed number?
No. The fuel burn and hourly cost values are Heavy Equipment Hub planning estimates. Real fuel use changes with load factor, idle time, operator habits, hydraulic demand, underfoot conditions, maintenance condition, and job cycle.
What should I verify before buying, renting, or transporting this machine?
Verify serial range, configuration, attachment package, fluid specifications, transport dimensions, tire or track setup, counterweight, emissions equipment, service history, and the latest OEM or dealer documentation.
Recommended OEM Filters & Fluid Maintenance Kits
Caterpillar 500-Hour Scheduled Maintenance Filter Kit
Official heavy duty hydraulic return filters, engine oil filters, fuel water separators, and SOS fluid sampling bottles.
Caterpillar D8 Crawler Dozer Knowledge Base & Topic Cluster
Deep-dive technical guides attached to this master machine pillar.
Cat D8 500-Hour Maintenance Checklist: C15 Engine, SU Blade, Final Drives and Undercarriage
A Cat D8 500-hour maintenance checklist for C15 engine service, fluids, filters, cooling airflow, SU blade wear, final drives, 24 in tracks, ripper prep and work records.
Cat D8 Powertrain and Ripping Troubleshooting: Weak Push, Track Slip, Heat, Final Drive Noise and Blade Drift
Cat D8 troubleshooting workflow for weak push, ripping load, track slip, powertrain heat, final drive noise, blade drift, cooling restriction and stop-work triggers.
Cat D8 Operating Cost Per Hour: Fuel Burn, Undercarriage, Blade Wear, Ripper Duty and Ownership
Cat D8 cost per hour guide using 12.5 gal/hr planning fuel burn, diesel price, undercarriage reserve, SU blade wear, ripper duty, maintenance and ownership cost.
Cat D8 vs Cat D6 Dozer Comparison: Production Dozing, Ripping, Blade Capacity, Fuel Burn and Transport
Compare Cat D8 vs Cat D6 dozers by production fit, horsepower, operating weight, blade capacity, ground pressure, fuel burn, transport, ripping and ownership cost.
Cat D8 Seasonal Maintenance Guide: Hot Weather Production, Winter Starts, Track Cleaning and Storage
A Cat D8 seasonal maintenance guide for winter starts, hot weather dozing, cooling airflow, landfill debris, quarry dust, track cleaning, ripper checks and storage.
Fleet Management Specs
Spec Verification
Core machine values are checked against the Caterpillar D8 dozer product specifications. Configuration-sensitive values should still be verified against the exact serial range and dealer spec sheet.
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