Specification sheet Wheel Loader Ref caterpillar-908h2-wheel-loader
Caterpillar 908H2
The Caterpillar 908H2 is a wheel loader with an operating weight of 14,253 lb (6,465.06 kg), a 69 hp engine, and a dig depth of 0.31 ft (93.98 mm).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
14,253lb
6,465.06kg
Engine power
69hp
51.5kW
Net Power Dig depth
0.31ft
93.98mm
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · compact wheel loaders
Among 374 compact wheel loaders (≤22,000 lb), the Caterpillar 908H2 sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 14,250 lb heavier than 63% (n=374)
- Engine power 69 hp less powerful than 53% (n=367)
Not positioned on bucket capacity — withheld or unpublished for this machine.
01 Engine Specification
| Net Power | 69hp | 51.5kw |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 203cu in | 3.4L |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Maximum Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - Sae J1349 | 68hp | 50.8kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - Iso 14396 | 73hp | 54.5kw |
| Rated Net Power - 2,500 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 68hp | 50.8kw |
| Maximum Net Power - Iso 9249 | 69hp | 51.5kw |
| Gross Power - 2,500 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Net Power - 2,500 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 68hp | 50.8kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 14253lb | 6465.1kg |
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03 Transmission Specification
| Travel Speed 1 | 4.3mph | 7km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed 2 | 12.4mph | 20km/h |
| High Speed | 21.7mph | 35km/h |
04 Buckets Specification
| Bucket Capacities | 0.9-1.5 m3 (1.2-2.0 yd3) |
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05 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump | 2 Seconds | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift | 5 Seconds | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback | 2.5 Seconds | |
| Main Relief | 3400 psi | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float | 4 Seconds | |
| 3rd Auxiliary Flow - Standard Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| 3rd Auxiliary Flow - High Flow | 33 gal/min |
06 Operating Specifications Specification
| Breakout Force | 10566lb | 4792.7kg |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 1.4yd3 | 1.1m3 |
| Tire Size | 405/70 R20 | |
| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket | 7518lb | 3410.2kg |
| Rack Back - Transport Position | 52degrees | |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Bucket | 3759lb | 1705.1kg |
| Hydraulic Lift Capacity | 7868lb | 3568.9kg |
| Straight Tipping Load - Bucket | 10527lb | 4775kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (En 474-3:2006, Firm And Level Ground, 500 Mm (20 In) Load Center, Transport 100 Mm (4 In) Above Ground) | 6592lb | 2990.1kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (En 474-3:2006, Firm And Level Ground, 1.25 Stability And 500 Mm [20 In] Load Center) | 5192lb | 2355.1kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (Sae J1197, Load Center At Tine Mid-Point, 1120 Mm [44 In] Tines) (50% Ftstl) | 3045lb | 1381.2kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (Sae J1197, Load Center At Tine Mid-Point, 1220 Mm [48 In] Tines) (50% Ftstl) | 2919lb | 1324.1kg |
| Rated Operating Load Straight Back - Forks (Sae J1197, Load Center At Tine Mid-Point, 1120 Mm [44 In] Tines) (50% Ftstl) | 3907lb | 1772.2kg |
| Rated Operating Load Straight Back - Forks (Sae J1197, Load Center At Tine Mid-Point, 1220 Mm [48 In] Tines) (50% Ftstl) | 3822lb | 1733.7kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (En 474-3:2006, Firm And Level Ground, 500 Mm [20 In] Load Center) (80% Of Ftstl) | 5192lb | 2355.1kg |
| Rated Operating Load At Full Turn - Forks (En 474-3:2006, Firm And Level Ground, 500 Mm [20 In] Load Center) (60% Of Ftstl) | 3893lb | 1765.9kg |
07 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 6.3gal | 23.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 20.6gal | 78L |
| Hydraulic System | 25gal | 94.7L |
| Engine Oil | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
08 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471-1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II, ISO 3449 1992 Level II |
09 Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose Specification
| Rated Capacity | 1.4yd3 | 1.1m3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dump Height | 100in | 2540mm |
| Maximum Material Density | 2611 lb/yd | |
| Bucket Width | 81in | 2057.4mm |
10 Maximum Material Densities - Light Material Specification
| Rated Capacity | 2yd3 | 1.6m3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dump Height | 92in | 2336.8mm |
| Maximum Material Density | 1743 lb/yd | |
| Bucket Width | 82in | 2082.8mm |
11 Maximum Material Densities - Multi Purpose Specification
| Rated Capacity | 1.2yd3 | 1m3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dump Height | 104in | 2641.6mm |
| Maximum Material Density | 3251 lb/yd | |
| Bucket Width | 81in | 2057.4mm |
12 Operator Environment Features - Canopy Specification
| Fixed Steering Column | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Suspension Seat | Standard | |
| Coat Hook | Standard | |
| Sun Visor | Standard | |
| External Mirrors (2) - Knock Back | Standard | |
| Lockable Storage Box | Standard | |
| Adjustable Internal Mirror | Standard |
13 Operator Environment Features - Comfort Cab Specification
| Two Access Doors | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | |
| Cloth Suspension Seat, Arm Rest | Standard | |
| Left Window - Sliding | Standard | |
| Heated Rear Window | Standard | |
| Coat Hook | Standard | |
| Cabin Light | Standard | |
| Sun Visor | Standard | |
| Radio-Ready Kit (Wiring, Speaker, Antenna And Grilles) | Standard | |
| External Mirrors (2) - Knock Back | Standard | |
| Heater | Standard | |
| Lockable Storage Box | Standard | |
| Adjustable Internal Mirror | Standard | |
| Rear Blind | Optional | |
| Cat Radio/Cd/Mp3/Wma Player | Optional |
14 Operator Environment Features - Deluxe Cab Specification
| Two Access Doors | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Rear Window | Standard | |
| Coat Hook | Standard | |
| Cabin Light | Standard | |
| Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | |
| Cloth Electric Air Suspension Seat, Arm/Head Rest, Lumbar Support, Heated Back Seat | Standard | |
| Left Window - Sliding | Standard | |
| Right Window - Sliding | Standard | |
| Air Conditioning | Standard | |
| Rear Blind | Optional | |
| Cat Radio/Cd/Mp3/Wma Player | Optional | |
| Sun Visor | Standard | |
| Radio-Ready Kit (Wiring, Speaker, Antenna And Grilles) | Standard | |
| External Mirrors (2) - Knock Back | Standard | |
| Heater | Standard | |
| Lockable Storage Box | Standard | |
| Adjustable Internal Mirror | Standard |
15 Dimensions Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.09ft in | 330.2mm |
|---|---|---|
| Cab Height | 8.69ft in | 2648.72mm |
| Departure Angle - Degrees | 34degrees | |
| Dig Depth | 3.7in | 93.98mm |
| Dump Angle At Maximum Height - Degrees | 45degrees | |
| Fork Depth Below Ground | 1.2in | 30.48mm |
| Fork Height At Maximum Reach | 5ft in | 1.53m |
| Fork Reach At Maximum Height | 1.95ft in | 0.6m |
| Hinge Pin At Maximum Height | 11.19ft in | 3.42m |
| Load Over Height | 10.55ft in | 3.22m |
| Machine Width | 6.51ft in | 1.99m |
| Maximum Dump Height | 8.33ft in | 2.54m |
| Maximum Fork Height | 10.83ft in | 3.31m |
| Maximum Reach | 4.74ft in | 1.45m |
| Overall Length - With Bucket | 18.9ft in | 5.77m |
| Overall Length - With Forks | 20.18ft in | 6.16m |
| Reach At Ground Level | 3ft in | 0.92m |
| Reach At Maximum Dump Height | 2.81ft in | 0.86m |
| Tire Gauge | 5.15ft in | 1.57m |
| Turning Radius - Inside Tire | 6.82ft in | 2.08m |
| Turning Radius - Over Bucket | 15ft in | 4.58m |
| Wheel Base | 7.12ft in | 2.18m |
| Articulation Angle - Degrees | 39degrees | |
| Width - Over Bucket | 6.76ft in | 2.07m |
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.