903 Compact Wheel Loader

903 Compact Wheel Loader

The Cat® 903 is compact, yet powerful, delivering high performance with outstanding versatility. The all new C1.7 engine provides better all-around performance. Features such as engine and ground speed control, provides customizable control when running hydromechanical work tools. With an ergonomic cab, multi-function joystick, and optional ride control, the 903 allows the operator to enjoy all day comfort.

  • Maximum Gross Power 48 hp

  • Operating Weight 9200 lb

  • Bucket Capacities 0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)

  • Bucket Type Light Material

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Product Specifications

Specifications

Engine

  • Bore 3.3in

  • Displacement 104in²

  • Engine Model Cat C1.7*

  • Maximum Gross Power 48hp

  • Net Power @ 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007 45hp

  • Net Power @ 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349:2011 45hp

  • Note *Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.

  • Note (1) Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.

  • Note (2) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel.

  • Stroke 3.9in

Weights

  • Operating Weight 9200lb

Buckets

  • Bucket Capacities 0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)

  • Bucket Capacities - General Purpose 0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3)

  • Bucket Capacities - Light Material 1.0 m3 (1.3 yd3)

Maximum Material Densities - Light Material

  • Bucket Type Light Material

  • Bucket Width 74in

  • Dump Height 88in

  • Maximum Material Density 1989lb/yd³

  • Note Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage.

  • Rated Capacity 1.3yd³

Sound Levels

  • Exterior Sound 99.8 dB(A)

  • Interior Sound 80.8 dB(A)

Sustainability

  • Recyclability 95%

Transmission

  • Travel Speed 12.4mile/h

Hydraulic System

  • 3rd Auxiliary Flow 14.1gal/min

  • Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump 0.7s

  • Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift 4.5s

  • Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float 2.3s

  • Main Relief 3336psi

Cab

  • FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level II

  • ROPS ISO 3471:2008

Service Refill Capacities

  • Cooling System 3gal (US)

  • Engine Oil 1.6gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank 11.4gal (US)

  • Hydraulic System 6.3gal (US)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift

  • Articulation Angle 40°

  • Cab Height 8.25ft

  • Departure Angle - Degrees 30°

  • Dig Depth 5in

  • Dump Angle at Maximum Height 40°

  • Fork Depth Above Ground 3in

  • Fork Height at Maximum Reach 4.75ft

  • Fork Reach at Maximum Height 1.75ft

  • Ground Clearance 10in

  • Hinge Pin at Maximum Height 10.08ft

  • Load Over Height 9.25ft

  • Machine Width** 5.58ft

  • Maximum Dump Height* 7.75ft

  • Maximum Fork Height 9.9ft

  • Maximum Reach 4.33ft

  • Note (1) *Vary with bucket size.

  • Note (2) **Vary with tire size.

  • Note (3) Dimensions listed are based on a machine configured with cab, air conditioning, remote quick coupler, general purpose bucket or 1067 mm (42 in) forks, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR tires, without ride control, without precleaner.

  • Overall Length - With Bucket* 15.4ft

  • Overall Length - With Forks 16.83ft

  • Reach - Ground Level 2.5ft

  • Reach at Maximum Dump Height* 2.33ft

  • Steering Angle 80°

  • Tire Gauge 4.33ft

  • Turning Radius - Inside Tire** 6ft

  • Turning Radius - Over Bucket* 12.75ft

  • Wheel Base 6.42ft

  • Width - Over Bucket* 5.83ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift

  • Articulation Angle 40°

  • Cab Height 8.25ft

  • Departure Angle - Degrees 30°

  • Dig Depth 6in

  • Dump Angle at Maximum Height 40°

  • Fork Depth Above Ground 2in

  • Fork Height at Maximum Reach 4.66ft

  • Fork Reach at Maximum Height 1.8ft

  • Ground Clearance 10in

  • Hinge Pin at Maximum Height 10.58ft

  • Load Over Height 9.75ft

  • Machine Width** 5.58ft

  • Maximum Dump Height* 8.16ft

  • Maximum Fork Height 10.4ft

  • Maximum Reach 4.66ft

  • Note (1) *Vary with bucket size.

  • Note (2) **Vary with tire size.

  • Note (3) Dimensions listed are based on a machine configured with cab, air conditioning, remote quick coupler, general purpose bucket or 1067 mm (42 in) forks, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR tires, without ride control, without precleaner.

  • Overall Length - With Bucket* 16.03ft

  • Overall Length - With Forks 17.25ft

  • Reach - Ground Level 2.9ft

  • Reach at Maximum Dump Height* 2.33ft

  • Steering Angle 80°

  • Tire Gauge 4.33ft

  • Turning Radius - Inside Tire** 6ft

  • Turning Radius - Over Bucket* 13.4ft

  • Wheel Base 6.42ft

  • Width - Over Bucket* 5.83ft

Operating Specifications - Standard Lift

  • Breakout Force 6294lbf

  • Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)*** 5516lb

  • Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)*** 5626lb

  • Note (1) *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.

  • Note (2) **Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.

  • Note (3) ***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.

  • Note (4) Operating specifications shown are based on machine equipped with enclosed ROPS cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, 75 kg (165 lb) operator and general purpose bucket (GP), without ride control, without precleaner unless otherwise noted.

  • Operating Weight 9200lb

  • Rack Back - Transport Position 51°

  • Rated Bucket Capacity 0.8yd³

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket*** 2756lb

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)*** 3393lb

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)*** 2544lb

  • Straight Tipping Load - Bucket*** 6415lb

  • Tire Size 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR

Operating Specifications - High Lift

  • Breakout Force 6519lbf

  • Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)*** 5108lb

  • Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)*** 5238lb

  • Note (1) *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.

  • Note (2) **Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.

  • Note (3) ***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.

  • Note (4) Operating specifications shown are based on machine equipped with enclosed ROPS cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, 75 kg (165 lb) operator and general purpose bucket (GP), without ride control, without precleaner unless otherwise noted.

  • Operating Weight 9231lb

  • Rack Back - Transport Position 51°

  • Rated Bucket Capacity 0.8yd³

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket*** 2553lb

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)*** 3175lb

  • Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)*** 2381lb

  • Straight Tipping Load - Bucket*** 5975lb

  • Tire Size 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR

Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose

  • Bucket Type General Purpose

  • Bucket Width 70in

  • Dump Height 93in

  • Maximum Material Density 3169lb/yd³

  • Note Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage.

  • Rated Capacity 0.8yd³

Features

Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • Air cleaner, two stage with visual indicator

  • Cat C.7 engine:
    – Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards

  • Closed circuit breather

  • Cold start plugs

  • Electrical fuel priming pump

  • Eco drain, engine oil

  • Extended life coolant protects to –37° C (–34° F)

  • Frame mounted heavy duty axles with outboard planetary reduction

  • Maintenance free, sealed for life, prop shaft and universal joints

  • Transmission, 20 km/h (12.4 mph)

  • 12 volt direct electric starting

  • Alternator, 70A

  • Battery disconnect switch

  • Cab mounted fuse panel

  • Ignition key start/stop switch

  • Maintenance free, sealed for life, 650 CCA heavy duty battery

  • Cup holder

  • Digital service hour meter

  • Engine coolant temperature gauge

  • Fuel level gauge

  • Heavy duty, easy clean floor mat

  • Operator warning system indicators:
    – DPF monitor
    – Parking brake applied
    – Hydraulic oil temperature
    – Engine oil pressure
    – Service brake pressure
    – Hydraulic filter bypass

  • Seat:
    – Static, vinyl with 51 mm (2 in) retractable seat belt

  • Two external mirrors – knock back

  • 3rd valve auxiliary hydraulics with continuous flow detent, standard flow

  • Engine enclosure – lockable

  • Guarded front headlight

  • Hydraulic auxiliary lines with quick disconnects

  • Hydraulic oil level sight gauge

  • Lift arm safety brace

  • Loader arm float function

  • Lockable fuel filler cap

  • Manual quick coupler, skid steer loader compatible

  • Parking brake (secondary brake)

  • Product Link, PL243

  • Quick release fuel filter/water separator

  • Reversing light

  • Self-canceling direction indicators

  • Work tool return to dig

  • Z-bar linkage

Optional Equipment

  • Air conditioning/heater

  • Alternator, 90 amp for air conditioning

  • Antifreeze/coolant, extended life, protects to –50° C (–58° F)

  • Beacon ready

  • Cab:
    – Open
    – Enclosed

  • Differential lock, front and rear axles

  • Hydraulic quick coupler, skid steer loader compatible

  • Engine air precleaner

  • Engine block heater 120V (dealer installed)

  • Engine Speed Control (Throttle Lock)

  • Fenders:
    – Rear only
    – Front and rear

  • Ground Speed Control (Creeper Control)

  • Linkage:
    – Standard lift
    – High lift

  • Radiator debris screen

  • Radio Ready or AM/FM radio

  • Ride Control

  • Seats:
    – Mechanical suspension, vinyl with 51 mm (2 in) seat belt
    – Mechanical suspension, vinyl with 75 mm (3 in) seat belt
    – Mechanical suspension, fabric with 51 mm (2 in) seat belt
    – Mechanical suspension, fabric with 75 mm (3 in) seat belt

  • Tires:
    – 12-16.5 10PR
    – Flotation 33-15.5 × 16.5
    – Flexport 33 × 6 × 11

  • Working lights, front and rear:
    – Halogen
    – LED

  • Work Tool Electrical Harness

  • For all work tool options, consult your Cat dealer.