Overview
The Caterpillar 903C is a wheel loader listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 40 hp, operating weight of 9,150 lb, travel speed of 10.0 mph, fuel capacity of 11.4 gal and hydraulic capacity of 6.3 gal. This model can be reviewed for loading, stockpile work, material handling, yard operations, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 903C against similar wheel loader models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
9,150
lb
Net Power
40
hp
Gross Power
42
hp
Full Specifications
92 specs
Dimensions
Approximate First Year Of Manufacture
2,014
Breakout Force
5,171 lb / 2,346 kg
Bucket Width
5.80 ft / 1.77 m
Cab Height
8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Departure Angle
30 deg
Dig Depth
8 ft / 2.44 m
Dump Angle At Maximum Height
40 in / 1,016 mm
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
2.90 ft / 0.88 m
Fork Depth Above Ground
2 ft / 0.61 m
Fork Height At Maximum Reach
4.70 ft / 1.43 m
Fork Reach At Maximum Height
2.50 ft / 0.76 m
Ground Clearance
1.30 ft / 0.40 m
Height to Top of Cab
8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Hinge Pin - Max Height
10.60 ft / 3.23 m
Hinge Pin At Maximum Height
10.60 ft / 3.23 m
Length With Bucket On Ground
15.90 ft / 4.85 m
Load Over Height
9.60 ft / 2.93 m
Machine Width - 12-16.5 10pr Tires
5.40 ft / 1.65 m
Machine Width - Flexport 33 6 11 Tires
5.20 ft / 1.58 m
Machine Width - Flotation 33-15.5 16.5 Tires
5.60 ft / 1.71 m
Maximum Dump Height
8 ft / 2.44 m
Maximum Fork Height
10.30 ft / 3.14 m
Maximum Reach
5.40 ft / 1.65 m
Overall Length - With Bucket
15.90 ft / 4.85 m
Overall Length - With Forks
17.40 ft / 5.30 m
Reach - Ground Level
3.70 ft / 1.13 m
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.90 ft / 0.88 m
Reach At Maximum Dump Height
2.90 ft / 0.88 m
Steering Angle - Left/Right
80 deg
Tire Gauge
4.30 in / 109 mm
Turning Radius - Inside Tire
5.40 ft / 1.65 m
Turning Radius - Over Bucket
13.20 ft / 4.02 m
Wheel Base
5.90 in / 150 mm
Wheelbase
5.90 ft / 1.80 m
Width - Over Bucket
5.80 ft / 1.77 m
Engine
*Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim emission standards.
Net Power - 2,200 Rpm - Sae J1349 Rating
Alternator Supplied Amperage
70 A
Articulation Angle
40 deg
Bore
3.40 in / 86 mm
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
3 gal / 11.4 L
Displacement
147 cu in / 2.4 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C2.4
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
2.40 gal / 9.1 L
Fuel Capacity
11.40 gal / 43.2 L
Fuel Tank
11.40 gal / 43.2 L
Gross Power
42 hp / 31.3 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
6.30 gal / 23.8 L
Net Power
40 hp / 29.8 kW
Net Power - 2,200 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 Rating
40 hp / 29.8 kW
Net Power - 2,200 Rpm - Iso 9249 Rating
40 hp / 29.8 kW
Net Power - 2,200 Rpm - Sae J1349 Rating
40 hp / 29.8 kW
Note
4
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
9,150 lb / 4,150 kg
Static Tipping Weight
3,900 lb / 1,769 kg
Stroke
4 in / 102 mm
Tire Size
15.50 in / 394 mm
Travel Speed
10 mph / 16.1 km/h
Hydraulics
3rd Auxiliary Flow
14 gal/min / 53.0 L/min
Dump Time
0.80 sec
Engine Oil
2.40 gal / 9.1 L
Fops
ISO 3449:2000 Level I
General Purpose - Bucket Width
70 in / 1,778 mm
General Purpose - Dump Height
96 in / 2,438 mm
General Purpose - Rated Capacity
0.80
Gross Power
42 hp / 31.3 kW
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump
0.80
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift
4.70
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float
3.10
Light Material - Bucket Width
74 in / 1,880 mm
Light Material - Dump Height
91 in / 2,311 mm
Light Material - Rated Capacity
1.30
Lower Time
3.10 sec
Main Relief
2,988 psi / 206.0 bar
Note
7,546
Pump Flow Capacity
14 gal/min / 53.0 L/min
Raise Time
4.70 sec
Relief Valve Setting
2,988 psi / 206.0 bar
Rops
ISO 3471:2008
Other
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.80 yd³ / 0.61 m³
Standard - Full Turn Static Tipping Load, Bucket
3,900 lb / 1,769 kg
Standard - Operating Weight
9,150 lb / 4,150 kg
Standard - Rackback, Transport Position
52
Standard - Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Bucket
1,950 lb / 885 kg
Standard - Straight Tipping Load, Bucket
4,650 lb / 2,109 kg
With Additional Counterweight - Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
4,200 lb / 1,905 kg
With Additional Counterweight - Operating Weight
9,500 lb / 4,309 kg
With Additional Counterweight - Rackback - Transport Position
52 lb / 24 kg
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Bucket
2,100 lb / 953 kg
With Additional Counterweight - Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
5,000 lb / 2,268 kg
Cooling System
3 gal / 11.4 L
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 903C? +
The Caterpillar 903C has an operating weight of 9,150 lb (4,150 kg). This places it in a class suited for wheel loader applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 903C engine? +
The Caterpillar 903C produces 42 hp (31.3 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Wheel Loader work cycles efficiently.
What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 903C? +
The Caterpillar 903C has a maximum travel speed of 10.0 mph (16.1 km/h), enabling efficient movement between work areas on the job site.
How does the Caterpillar 903C compare to similar Wheel Loader models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 903C 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.