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Caterpillar D8T Track-Type Tractor

Engineered for demanding work.The durable construction of the D8T is well suited for tough working conditions. Combined with the C15 engine for superior performance, fuel economy and meeting emission targets with the help of ACERT Technology, keeps material moving with the reliability and low operating costs you expect from Cat tractors.


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Overview &
Specifications		Features
& Benefits		Standard
Equipment		Optional
Equipment		Work Tools &
Attachments		 

Engine
Engine ModelCat® C15 ACERT™
Flywheel Power310 hp / 231 kW
Gross Power347 hp / 259 kW
Net Power - Caterpillar310 hp / 231 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249310 hp / 231 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349307 hp / 229 kW
Net Power - EU 80/1269310 hp / 231 kW
Net Power - DIN 70020322 PS
Bore5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke6.75 in / 172 mm
Displacement928 in3 / 15.2 L

Weights
Operating Weight84850 lb / 38488 kg
Shipping Weight65152 lb / 29553 kg

Undercarriage
Shoe TypeModerate Service
Width of Shoe22 in / 560 mm
Shoes/Side44
Grouser Height3 in / 78 mm
Pitch8.5 in / 216 mm
Ground Clearance24.3 in / 618 mm
Track Gauge82 in / 2082 mm
Length of Track on Ground10.5 ft / 3207 mm
Ground Contact Area5554 in2 / 3.58 m2

Transmission
1 Forward2.1 mph / 3.4 km/h
2 Forward3.8 mph / 6.1 km/h
3 Forward6.6 mph / 10.6 km/h
1 Reverse2.8 mph / 4.5 km/h
2 Reverse5 mph / 8 km/h
3 Reverse8.8 mph / 14.2 km/h

Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank170 gal / 643 L
Cooling System20.3 gal / 77 L
Engine Crankcase*10 gal / 38 L
Power Train41 gal / 155 L
Final Drives (each)3.3 gal / 12.5 L
Roller Frames (each)17.2 gal / 65 L
Pivot Shaft Compartment10.6 gal / 40 L
Variable Fan Hub.82 gal / 3.1 L

Hydraulic Controls
Pump TypePiston-type, Variable displacement
Pump Output (Steering)73 gal/min / 276 L/min
Pump Output (Implement)60 gal/min / 226 L/min
Tilt Cylinder Rod End Flow34 gal/min / 130 L/min
Tilt Cylinder Head End Flow45 gal/min / 170 L/min
Bulldozer Relief Valve Setting3500 psi / 24100 kPa
Tilt Cylinder Relief Valve Setting3500 psi / 24100 kPa
Ripper (Lift) Relief Valve Setting3500 psi / 24100 kPa
Ripper (Pitch) Relief Valve Setting3500 psi / 24100 kPa
Steering 5700 psi / 39200 kPa

Winches
Winch ModelPA140VS
Weight*3947 lb / 1790 kg
Oil Capacity4 gal / 15 L
Increased Tractor Length22.2 in / 563 mm
Winch Case Width45.6 in / 1160 mm
Drum Width12.6 in / 320 mm
Flange Diameter18 in / 457 mm

Rippers
Maximum Penetration Force (shank vertical)28620 lb / 127.3 kN
Pry out Force50070 lb / 222.7 kN
Total Operating Weight* (with SU-Blade and Ripper)84850 lb / 38488 kg
Maximum Penetration Force (shank vertical)27920 lb / 124.2 kN
Pry out Force (Multi-Shank Ripper with one tooth)51230 lb / 227.9 kN
Additional Shank732 lb / 332 kg
Total Operating Weight* (with SU-Blade and Ripper)86597 lb / 39280 kg

Blades
Type8A
Capacity (SAE J1265)6.1 yd3 / 4.7 m3
Width (over end bits)16.3 ft / 4990 mm
Height3.85 ft / 1174 mm
Digging Depth24.7 in / 628 mm

Dimensions
Ground Clearance24.3 in / 618 mm
Track Gauge82 in / 2.08 m
Width without Trunnions (Standard Shoe)8.7 ft / 2642 mm
Height (FOPS Cab)11.34 ft / 3456 mm
Height (Top of Stack)11.3 ft / 3448 mm
Drawbar Height (Center of Clevis)27.87 in / 708 mm
Length of Track on Ground126.26 in / 3207 mm
Overall Length Basic Tractor15.2 ft / 4641 mm
Length Basic Tractor with Winch17.3 ft / 5275 mm
Length with Single-Shank Ripper21 ft / 6422 mm
Length with Multi-Shank Ripper20.8 ft / 6344 mm
Overall Length (SU-Blade/SS Ripper)25.8 ft / 7872 mm

 
INDIANA'S LEADING EQUIPMENT DEALER

MacAllister Machinery has 14 convenient locations throughout Indiana: Beech Grove, Bloomington, Fishers, Fort Wayne, Greensburg, Indianapolis (HQ, Power Systems), Indianapolis (West), Lafayette, Muncie, Richmond, South Bend, Terre Haute, and Washington.

Headquarters: 7515 E 30th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Phone: (317) 545-2151  In-State Toll Free: (800) 382-1896  Out of State Toll Free: (800) 227-3228