Overview
The Caterpillar D8T is a crawler tractor listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 310 hp, operating weight of 87,733 lb, working depth of 22.60 ft, fuel capacity of 170.0 gal and hydraulic capacity of 73 gal/min. This model can be reviewed for pulling power, implement matching, agricultural operations, and equipment comparison. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar D8T against similar crawler tractor models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
87,733
lb
Net Power
310
hp
Gross Power
347
hp
Full Specifications
69 specs
Dimensions
8a - Capacity - Sae J1265
6.80
8a - Width - Over End Bits
16.50 ft / 5.03 m
8su - Capacity - Sae J1265
13.40
8su - Width - Over End Bits
13.30 ft / 4.05 m
8su Lgp - Capacity - Sae J1265
12.90
8su Lgp - Width - Over End Bits
14.90 ft / 4.54 m
8u - Capacity - Sae J1265
15.40
8u - Width - Over End Bits
14 ft / 4.27 m
Capacity - Sae J1265
6.80
Digging Depth
24.60 ft / 7.50 m
Ground Clearance
52.10 ft / 15.88 m
Ground Pressure (Iso 16754)
8 psi / 0.5 bar
Grouser Height
3.10 ft / 0.94 m
Height
3.90 ft / 1.19 m
Height to Top of Cab
11.77 ft / 3.59 m
Length - Track On Ground
126.20 in / 3,205 mm
Length of Track on Ground
10.52 ft / 3.21 m
Length w/ Blade
19.99 ft / 6.09 m
Length w/o Blade
15.20 ft / 4.63 m
Machine Height - Rops/Fops Cab
140.40 in / 3,566 mm
Maximum Tilt
28.90
Overall Length - Basic Tractor
183 in / 4,648 mm
Total Operating Weight** - With Blade And Single-Shank Ripper
88,700 lb / 40,234 kg
Track Rollers - Each Side
8
Weight* - Without Hydraulic Controls
11,900 lb / 5,398 kg
Width - Tractor - Without Trunnions - Standard Shoes
130 in / 3,302 mm
Width Over Tracks
8.84 ft / 2.69 m
Engine
Alternator Supplied Amperage
100 A
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
20.30 gal / 76.8 L
Displacement
928 cu in / 15.2 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C15 ACERT
Engine Oil Capacity
10 gal / 37.9 L
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
3.30 gal / 12.5 L
Fuel Capacity
170 gal / 643.5 L
Gross Power
347 hp / 258.8 kW
Height
65 in / 1,651 mm
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
19.80 gal / 75.0 L
Max Speed - Forward
6.60 mph / 10.6 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
8.80 mph / 14.2 km/h
Net Power
310 hp / 231.2 kW
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
87,733 lb / 39,795 kg
Operating Weight - Lgp
82,496 lb / 37,420 kg
Operating Weight - Standard
87,600 lb / 39,735 kg
Powertrain Fluid Capacity
41 gal / 155.2 L
Relief Valve Pressure
5,700 psi / 393.0 bar
Shipping Weight - Lgp
68,700 lb / 31,162 kg
Shipping Weight - Standard Su Blade
66,300 lb / 30,073 kg
Width
12.90 ft / 3.93 m
Hydraulics
Capacity
11.40 yd³ / 8.72 m³
Cutting Depth
22.60 ft / 6.89 m
Net Power
310 hp / 231.2 kW
Pump Flow Capacity
73 gal/min / 276.3 L/min
Shipping Weight - Standard
73,400 lb / 33,294 kg
Other
Width - Over End Bits
16.61 ft / 5.06 m
Undercarriage
Ground Clearance
24.10 ft / 7.35 m
Ground Contact Area
5,554 in² / 35,832.2 cm²
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side
1
Number Of Shoes Per Side
44
Number of Track Rollers per Side
8
Pitch
8.50
Shoes/Side
44
Standard Shoe Size
24.02 in / 610 mm
Track Gauge
6.84 ft / 2.08 m
Track Pitch
8.50 in / 216 mm
Width - Shoe
38 ft / 11.58 m
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar D8T? +
The Caterpillar D8T has an operating weight of 87,733 lb (39,795 kg). This places it in a class suited for crawler tractor applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar D8T engine? +
The Caterpillar D8T produces 347 hp (258.8 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Crawler Tractor work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar D8T compare to similar Crawler Tractor models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar D8T 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.