Overview
The Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper is a motor scraper listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 400 hp, capacity of 44 yd3, travel speed of 31.1 mph and fuel capacity of 435.9 gal. This model can be reviewed for high-volume earthmoving, haul road production, cut-and-fill work, and scraper fleet comparison. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper against similar motor scraper models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Gross Power
400
hp
Rated Payload
104,058.20
lb
Overall Length
53.15
in
Overall Width
14.28
ft
Full Specifications
39 specs
Dimensions
Displacement
1,648 cu in / 27.0 L
Front Axel - Loaded
130,494 lb / 59,191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity Scraper
415 gal / 1,570.9 L
Gross Power
550 hp / 410.1 kW
Model
3412
Overall Height
15.46 ft / 4.71 m
Overall Length
53.15 in / 1,350 mm
Overall Width
14.28 ft / 4.35 m
Rated Payload
104,058 lb / 47,200 kg
Total Operating - Empty
151,810 lb / 68,860 kg
Total Operating - Loaded
255,869 lb / 116,060 kg
Wheelbase
32.55 ft / 9.92 m
Width Of Cut
12.70 ft / 3.87 m
Engine
3408E
1
Displacement
1,099 cu in / 18.0 L
Front Axle - Empty
92,605 lb / 42,005 kg
Fuel Capacity
435.90 gal / 1,650.1 L
Gross Power
400 hp / 298.3 kW
Gross Power Scraper
418 hp / 311.7 kW
Gross Power Tractor
577 hp / 430.3 kW
Gross Power Tractor Gears 1-2
577 hp / 430.3 kW
Gross Power Tractor Gears 3-8
632 hp / 471.3 kW
Heaped Capacity
44 yd³ / 33.64 m³
Max Depth Of Cut
17.40 ft / 5.30 m
Max Speed Forward
31.10 mph / 50.1 km/h
Model
3408
Net Power Tractor Gears 1-2
550 hp / 410.1 kW
Net Power Tractor Gears 3-8
605 hp / 451.1 kW
Number of Forward Gears
8
Operating Weight - Loaded - Approximate
159,226 lb / 72,224 kg
Rated Load
108,669
Rear Axle - Empty
59,205 lb / 26,855 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded
125,375 lb / 56,869 kg
Scraper Capacity - Heaped
73
Scraper Engine
3,408
Struck Capacity
32.10 yd³ / 24.54 m³
Tractor Engine
3,412
Other
Scraper Capacity - Struck
58.70
Top Speed - Loaded
31 lb / 14 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is the Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper engine? +
The Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper produces 550 hp (410.1 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Motor Scraper work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper compare to similar Motor Scraper models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 657E Motor Scraper side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.