Overview
The Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader is a crawler 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 130 hp, operating weight of 32,895 lb, travel speed of 5.7 mph, fuel capacity of 63.7 gal and hydraulic capacity of 29.1 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader against similar crawler loader models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
32,895.20
lb
Net Power
130
hp
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
2.40
yd3
Full Specifications
92 specs
Dimensions
Addition To Machine Length Due To Ripper In Transportation Position
9.70 ft / 2.96 m
Bucket Capacity - Struck
1.70 yd³ / 1.30 m³
Bucket Width - General Purpose
93.70 in / 2,380 mm
Clearance At Full Height And Dump
9.53 ft / 2.90 m
Cylinders - Bore
4 in / 102 mm
Cylinders - Stroke
10.60 in / 269 mm
Ground Clearance
1.24 ft / 0.38 m
Height to Top of Cab
10.34 ft / 3.15 m
Length To Front Of Track
14.28 ft / 4.35 m
Length With Bucket On Ground
19.29 ft / 5.88 m
Length of Track on Ground
7.70 ft / 2.35 m
Overall Width/Beam
76.91 in / 1,954 mm
Penetration
11.40
Reach At Dump Height
3.20 ft / 0.98 m
Ripping Width
70.91 in / 1,801 mm
Track Rollers - Each Side
6
Width To Outside Of Tracks
7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Engine
Alternator Supplied Amperage
70 A
Battery Quantity
2
Bore
4.40 in / 112 mm
Breakout Force - Std Bucket
21,400 lb / 9,707 kg
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
2 yd³ / 1.53 m³
Bucket Width - Multi-Purpose
93.60 in / 2,377 mm
Capacity - General Purpose
2.50
Capacity - Multi-Purpose
2.10
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
6.90 gal / 26.1 L
Displacement
442 cu in / 7.2 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
3126B ATAAC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.80 gal / 18.2 L
Final Drive Fluid Capacity - Each
4.10 gal / 15.5 L
Flywheel Power
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Fuel Capacity
63.70 gal / 241.1 L
Fuel Tank
62 gal / 234.7 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
29.10 gal / 110.2 L
Hydraulic Tank
17.70 gal / 67.0 L
Lift Cylinder - Stroke
28 in / 711 mm
Max Speed
5.70 mph / 9.2 km/h
Net Power
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Net Power - Caterpillar
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
128 hp / 95.4 kW
Number of Cylinders
6
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
32,895 lb / 14,921 kg
Power Measured @
2,000 rpm
Relief Valve Pressure
3,481 psi / 240.0 bar
Shipping Weight - Without Bucket
30,274 lb / 13,732 kg
Static Tipping Load
23,565 lb / 10,689 kg
Stroke
5 in / 127 mm
Hydraulics
Dump Time
1.30 sec
Lower Time
2.60 sec
Output
31.70 gal/min / 120.0 L/min
Output - Maximum
3.20 gal/min / 12.1 L/min
Pump Flow Capacity
31.80 gal/min / 120.4 L/min
Raise Time
6.90 sec
Relief Valve Setting
413 psi / 28.5 bar
Other
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
2.40 yd³ / 1.83 m³
Cooling System
6.90 gal / 26.1 L
Crankcase - With Filter
4.80
Cycle Time - Dump
1.30
Cycle Time - Raise
6.90
Cycle Time - Raise And Dump
5.80
Final Drive - Each
4.1
Hydraulic System - Equipment, Power Train And Tank
29.10 gal / 110.2 L
Lift Cylinder - Bore
4.80 in / 122 mm
Main Relief Valve Setting
3,481 psi / 240.0 bar
Maximum Travel Speed
5.70 mph / 9.2 km/h
Net Power
130 hp / 96.9 kW
Pivot Shaft
0.20
Pump Drive Box
1
Tilt Cylinder - Bore
5.50 in / 140 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
18.80 in / 478 mm
Undercarriage
Battery Voltage
12 V
Electrical System Type
24
Ground Contact Area
3,565.01 in² / 23,000.0 cm²
Ground Contact Area - Optional Shoe
2,790
Ground Contact Area - Standard Shoe
3,565
Ground Pressure
10 psi / 0.7 bar
Ground Pressure - Optional Shoe
12 psi / 0.8 bar
Ground Pressure - Standard Shoe
10 psi / 0.7 bar
Grouser Height - Double Grouser
1.40 ft / 0.43 m
Number Of Pockets
3
Number Of Shoes - Each Side
37
Number Of Shoes Per Side
37
Number of Track Rollers per Side
6
Track Gauge
71 ft / 21.64 m
Track On Ground
92.40
Track Shoe Width
19.69 ft / 6.00 m
Track Shoe Width - Optional
15 ft / 4.57 m
Track Shoe Width - Standard
19.70 ft / 6.00 m
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader? +
The Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader has an operating weight of 32,895 lb (14,921 kg). This places it in a class suited for crawler loader applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader engine? +
The Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader produces 128 hp (95.4 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Crawler Loader work cycles efficiently.
What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader? +
The Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader has a maximum travel speed of 5.7 mph (9.2 km/h), enabling efficient movement between work areas on the job site.
How does the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader compare to similar Crawler Loader models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 953C Crawler Loader 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.