Cat 908 Compact Wheel Loader

Maximum Gross Power
74.7 HP
Engine Model
Cat C2.8*
Recyclability
93%
Maximum Gross Power - SAE J1995
74.7 HP

Engine

Maximum Gross Power
74.7HP
Engine Model
Cat C2.8*
Maximum Gross Power - SAE J1995
74.7HP
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396
74.3HP
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric)
75.3mhp
Rated Net Power - Rated Engine Speed
2400r/min
Rated Net Power - SAE J1349
72.7HP
Rated Net Power - ISO 9249
72.1HP
Maximum Gross Torque - SAE J1995
222lb/ft
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396
221lb/ft
Displacement
171in³
Bore
3.54in
Stroke
4.33in
Note
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture
Note (1)
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel.
Note (2)
*Two Cat C2.8 engine emission options are available: 1) Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V. 2) U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent. Tier 3 engine specs are 0.3 kW/0.4 hp more gross power (SAE J1995), 0.2 kW/0.3 hp on net power (SAE J1349)
Note (3)
#Maximum gross and net torque measured at 1,600 rpm.

Sustainability

Recyclability
93%

Weights

Operating Weight
14617lb

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³)
Bucket Capacities - General Purpose
0.80-1.35 m³ (1.0-1.7 yd³)
Bucket Capacities - Light Material
1.25-1.55 m³ (1.6-2.0 yd³)
Note
Bucket selection must be made with an understanding of the material density and application to ensure machine stability is maintained within the tipping loads stated per model and configuration.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
24Gal
Cooling System
3.2Gal
Engine Crankcase
2.3Gal
Axles - Front Center Differential
2.3Gal
Axles - Rear Center Differential
2.3Gal
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
18.6Gal
Hydraulic Tank
11.8Gal
Transmission
0.6Gal
Note
No Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fluid needed on this size engine.

Axles

Front
Fixed (standard), Locking Differential (optional)
Rear
Fixed (standard), Locking Differential (optional)

Steering

Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction
39°
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump
12.3gal/min
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump
3336psi
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left
3.25 turns or 4.00 turns

Transmission

Note
#Factory default shown, can be adjusted to any speed up to 19 km/h (12 mph).

Tires

Tire Size - Standard
*405/70 R20 SPT9
Tire Size - Optional
405/70 R20 Powerloads
Tire Size - Optional (1)
400/70 R20 XMCL/Bibload
Tire Size - Optional (2)
360/80 R20 TRI 2
Tire Size - Optional (3)
40X14-20 TL, SM/TR
Note
*This tire has been used for all dimension, stability and performance data.
Note (1)
Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
Note (2)
Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.

Cab

ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Note (1)
Canopy and cab, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are available worldwide. Canopy not available in EU.

Loader Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback
2.5s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift
5.8s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump
1.8s
Note
* Maximum flow stated, actual flow delta could be 6% from data shown. Also adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through display.

Dimensions - With SSL Coupler - Approximate

Dig Depth
0.45ft
Turning Radius - Over Bucket
15.08ft
Turning Radius - Inside Tire
6.67ft
Departure Angle - Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle - Degrees
39°

Standard Equipment:

  • Power Train
    • Emissions compliant, two options (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V
      – U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent
    • Cat C2.8 engine
      – Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life) or muffler (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – Fuel, diesel, ultra low or low Sulphur (Dependent on regional regulations.)
      – Hydrostatic transmission, two speed, with inching function, “shift on the go”
      – Power train mode, hystat
    • Air cleaner, two stage filter, with in cab audio/visual indicator on display
    • Axles, heavy duty, frame mounted with outboard planetary reduction
    • Closed circuit breather
    • Coolant, extended life, –36° C (–33° F)
    • Drive shaft, sealed for life, universal joints
    • Engine, auto idle shutdown, hibernation mode
    • Engine oil, ECO drain tap and hose
    • Fuel pump, priming (manual)/water separator/drain
  • Hydraulics
    • Hydraulic pilot shut off switch, in cab
    • Electro-hydraulic, fully proportional controls
    • Dead engine lower, lift valve, manual
    • Demand cooling fan, hydraulically drive
    • Coupler/pin on attachment ready
    • Caterpillar HYDO Advanced 10 hydraulic oil
    • Hystat displacement pump, infinitely variable
    • Implement valve, pressure compensated
    • Joystick, single lever, single auxiliary roller
    • Multi-function lift and tilt with loader arm float
    • Motor, single drive with dedicated implement and steering pumps
  • Electrical
    • Alternator, 100 amp sealed
    • Battery, heavy duty, 12V, 90Ah and 1,000 CCA
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Cab mounted fuse panel
    • Lights, rear stop and turn, LED
    • Lights, roading, front halogen
    • Service (Electronic Technician)
    • Product Link
  • Operator Environment
    • ROPS/FOPS certified canopy/cab
      – 12V power outlets, interior/exterior
      – Pedals, raised, foot, brake/inching, accelerator
      – Lever, parking brake
      – Cup holders (2)
      – CB radio clip, phone holder
      – Door release, internal (left and right)
      – Hook, large, coat and hard hat
      – Floormat, heavy duty, easy clean
      – Mirrors, (2) external breakaway, (1) internal
      – Operator station on isolation mounts
      – Steering wheel, spinner knob, horn in center
      – Seat belt, orange, retractable, 51 mm (2 in)
      – Storage, personal (trays [3], seat pocket)
      – Steering column, tilt adjusted
      – Column mounted multi function control: lights, roading, wipers, self cancelling turn signals
      – Quick coupler switch, in cab
    • Display, analog and digital
      – Gauges (2), hydraulic oil, engine coolant
      – Digital with soft touch buttons – fuel level, speed range, speedometer, service hour meter, service/maintenance information, hydraulic and power train performance and aggressiveness settings, security passcode (multiple languages)
    • Joystick, seat mounted, standard multifunction
      – FNR, auxiliary roller, speed range select, continuous flow, differential lock, horn
      – Arm rest, padded right, multiple position vertical height
    • Seat, manual height adjustment, (cab) fabric with adjustable left arm rest, (canopy) vinyl
    • Cab
      – Doors (2), fixed glass
      – Wipers, front and rear, full front coverage
      – Windshield, front single piece
      – Window, rear heated
      – Radio ready, speakers and wiring
      – Air vents, (4) screen, (7) directional
      – Heating, mechanical control unit
      – Sun visor, solid, front full width
      – Interior light (incandescent)
  • Other
    • Fenders, front and rear
    • Ground level easy access daily service points
    • Loader arm safety brace
    • Lockable main and side engine enclosures
    • Lockable, fuel cap, HVAC filters, nose cone
    • Machine lifting/tie down points
    • Paint, Electro-Coat primer, gloss topcoat
    • Recovery hitch with pin
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports, engine oil and hydraulic oil

Optional Equipment:

  • Power Train
    • Antifreeze, extended life coolant, –50° C (–58° F)
    • Cold start – jacket water heater, bypass valve
    • Creep and throttle lock function
    • Fuel pump, priming, electric (Dependent on regional regulations.)
    • 40 km/h (25 mph) hydrostatic transmission, 3-speed, “shift on the go”, secondary steering and boosted brakes
    • Power train mode, utility (includes keypad)
  • Electrical
    • Lighting packages, multiple; front, rear, engine bay (LED or HAL)
    • Push to start
    • Work tool wiring harness, (3) in cab switches
  • Hydraulics
    • Auxiliary flow, single standard (3) valve, single high flow (3) valve, dual high flow (4) valve
    • Caterpillar Bio HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil
    • Connect under pressure and case drain
    • Ride Control or load check valves*
    • Reversing fan
    • Quick disconnect auxiliary hydraulics
  • Operator Station
    • Air Conditioning, automatic temperature control (ATC)
    • Doors, sliding windows (left and right)
    • Interior light, door activated
    • Joystick, FNR, twin auxiliary roller, differential lock, horn
    • Joystick, seat mounted, multifunction
    • Mirrors (2) electronically adjustable, heated external, plus lower parabolic mirror
    • Phone holder, spring loaded
    • Radio, FM or digital audio broadcast
    • Seat belt options, multiple
    • Seat packages; deluxe or premium
    • Secondary display, front or rear view camera
    • Soft touch keypad options, 8 or 16 button
    • Storage, lockable box or lockable cooled box
    • Sun visor, rear perforated
    • USB ports (2), interior
  • Other
    • Couplers, vertical (SSL), horizontal (HPL-V, HPL-A)
    • Rotary sensors (snubbing, kickouts, parallel)
    • High lift option