Product Specs
Engine
- Maximum Gross Power
- 73.2 HP
- Engine Model
- Cat® C3.3B DIT*
- Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396
- 73.2 HP
- Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric)
- 74.2 HP
- Rated Net Power - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1349
- 71.9 HP
- Rated Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249
- 72.9 HP
- Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396
- 192 ft·lbf
- Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249
- 191 ft·lbf
- Bore
- 3.7 in
- Displacement
- 201 in³
- Stroke
- 4.7 in
- Note (1)
- Net power ratings are tested at the reference conditions for the specified standard.
- Note (2)
- Net power shown is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, diesel exhaust filter, and fan at minimum speed.
- Note (3)
- No derating required up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems.
- Note (4)
- Flywheel per the SAE reference conditions with the fan at maximum speed.
- Note (5)
- The Cat C3.3B DIT Tier 4 Final/Stage V uses an active regeneration system which requires no operator interaction under normal conditions.
- Note (6)
- Stage V engine available for Europe only.
- Emissions
- *The Cat C3.3B DIT engine meets EU Stage V/U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 12346 lb
- Note
- Specifications shown are for a machine configured with general purpose buckets, bolt-on cutting edges, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, Dunlop 405/70 SPT9 tires, full fuel, comfort ROPS cab, standard flow hydraulics and skid-steer coupler. The 906M is configured
Buckets
- Bucket Capacities
- 0.75-1.5 m3 (1.0-2.0 yd3)
- Bucket Capacities - ISO Coupler
- 0.75-1.5 m3
- Bucket Capacities - SSL Style Coupler
- 1.0-2.0 yd3
- General Purpose
- 0.8 m³ (1 yd³), 0.9 m³ (1.2 yd³), 1.0 m³ (1.3 yd³), 1.1 m³ (1.4 yd³), 1.3 m³ (1.7 yd³)
- Light Material
- 1.2 m³ (1.6 yd³), 1.5 m³ (2.0 yd³)
- Multi-Purpose
- 0.75 m³ (1.0 yd³), 0.9 m³ (1.2 yd³), 1.05 m³ (1.37 yd³)
- Grapple
- 0.9 m³ (1.2 yd³) heaped
- Note
- All capacities are applicable for each model. 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
- Cooling System
- 4.4 gal (US)
- Fuel Tank
- 13.7 gal (US)
- Engine Oil
- 3 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 12.2 gal (US)
- Hydraulic System - Including Tank
- 18.5 gal (US)
- Transmission - Gear Box
- 2.2 gal (US)
Loader Hydraulic System
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump
- 19 gal/min
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - Auxiliary Function Standard Flow
- 19 gal/min
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - Auxiliary Function High Flow
- 31 gal/min
- Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump
- 3408 psi
- Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder Head
- 4496 psi
- Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder Rod
- 2756 psi
- 3rd Function Maximum Working Pressure
- 3408 psi
- Boost Flow Maximum Pressure
- 3191 psi
- Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter
- 3 in
- Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter
- 2 in
- Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke
- 27.4 in
- Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter
- 3.5 in
- Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter
- 2.2 in
- Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke
- 16.4 in
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift
- 5.5 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height
- 1.5 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level
- 2.6 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,800 rpm - Total Cycle Time
- 9.6 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift
- 9.6 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Dump, at Maximum Lift Height
- 3 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - 1,000 rpm - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level
- 2.6 s
Operating Specifications
- Tipping Load - Straight - ISO 14397-1
- 8666 lb
- Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-1
- 7061 lb
- Full Turn Tipping Load
- 7507 lb
- Clearance - Full Lift and 45° Dump
- 8.24 ft
- Reach - Full Lift and 45° Dump
- 2.34 ft
- Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction
- 39°
- Rated Bucket Capacity
- 1.2 yd³
Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With ISO Coupler
- Height - Ground to Cab**
- 8.08 ft
- Height - Ground Clearance**
- 11 in
- Length - Wheel Base
- 7.08 ft
- Length - Overall*
- 17.92 ft
- Reach - Bucket at 45°*
- 2.33 ft
- Dig Depth**
- 3.7 in
- Clearance - Bucket at 45° *
- 8.08 ft
- Clearance - Level Bucket**
- 9.92 ft
- Height - Bucket Pin**
- 10.58 ft
- Departure Angle
- 33°
- Turning Radius - Over Bucket
- 14.5 ft
- Turning Radius - Inside of Tires
- 7.33 ft
- Width - Bucket
- 6.17 ft
- Width - Tread Center
- 4.58 ft
- Machine Width
- 6 ft
- Articulation Angle
- 39°
- Dump Angle at Full Lift
- 45°
- Operating Weight
- 12496 lb
- Note (1)
- *Vary with bucket.
- Note (2)
- **Vary with tire.
- Note (3)
- Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with general purpose buckets, bolt-on cutting edges, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, no air conditioner and Dunlop 405/70 SPT9 tires.
Dimensions with Bucket (Approximate) - Standard Lift - With SSL Coupler
- Height - Ground to Cab**
- 8.08 ft
- Height - Ground Clearance**
- 11 in
- Length - Wheel Base
- 7.08 ft
- Length - Overall*
- 18.42 ft
- Reach - Bucket at 45°*
- 2.67 ft
- Dig Depth**
- 4.2 in
- Clearance - Bucket at 45° *
- 7.67 ft
- Clearance - Level Bucket**
- 9.92 ft
- Height - Bucket Pin**
- 10.58 ft
- Departure Angle
- 33°
- Turning Radius - Over Bucket
- 14.58 ft
- Turning Radius - Inside of Tires
- 7.33 ft
- Width - Bucket
- 6.17 ft
- Width - Tread Center
- 4.58 ft
- Machine Width
- 6 ft
- Articulation Angle
- 39°
- Dump Angle at Full Lift
- 45°
- Operating Weight
- 12481 lb
- Note (1)
- *Vary with bucket.
- Note (2)
- **Vary with tire.
- Note (3)
- Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with general purpose buckets, bolt-on cutting edges, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, no air conditioner and Dunlop 405/70 SPT9 tires.
Cab
- ROPS
- ROPS: ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS
- FOPS: ISO 3449:2005 Level II
- Note (1)
- Cat cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note (2)
- The declared dynamic operator Sound Pressure level per ISO 6396:2008*, when the cab is properly installed and maintained, is 75 dB(A). The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditi
- Note (3)
- *The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed.
Drive Train
- Forward - Range 1
- 6 mile/h
- Forward - Range 2
- 12 mile/h
- Forward - High Range
- 22 mile/h
- Reverse - High Range
- 22 mile/h
- Reverse - Range 1
- 6 mile/h
- Reverse - Range 2
- 12 mile/h
Steering
- Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction
- 39°
- Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore Diameter
- 3.1 in
- Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Rod Diameter
- 1.4 in
- Steering Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke
- 11.8 in
- Nominal Flow - Steering Pump
- 12 gal/min
- Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump
- 3191 psi
- Maximum Steering Torque - 0° (Straight Machine)
- 37155 ft·lbf
- Maximum Steering Torque - 39° (Full Turn)
- 27747 ft·lbf
- Steering AC Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - 2,620 rpm
- 3 s
- Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left
- <6 turns
Tires
- Note (1)
- *Standard tire.
- Note (2)
- Other tire choices available, contact your Cat dealer for details.
- Note (3)
- In certain applications, the loader's productive capabilities may exceed the tires' tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.
- Note (4)
- Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
- Option (1)
- 335/80 R18 XZSL Michelin
- Option (2)
- 340/80 R18 AT-R Firestone
- Option (3)
- 340/80 R18 XMCL Michelin
- Option (4)
- 340/80 R18 TRI2 Nokian
- Option (5)
- 340/80 R18 Bibload Michelin
- Option (6)
- 405/70 R18 SPT9 Dunlop*
- Option (7)
- 12.5/80 R18 Flexport™
Standard Equipment
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- Transmission And Hydraulics
-
- 18° frame oscillation, 78° articulation
- Demand based cooling fan
- Hydrostatic drive
- Loader arm float function
- Parallel lift Z-bar loader
- Proportional auxiliary hydraulic circuit
- Transmission, 20 km/h (12.4 mph) with heavy duty axles
- Transmission inching function
-
- Engine
-
- Cat C3.3B DIT EU Stage V/U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final engine.
- Cat extended life coolant
- Closed circuit breather
- Easy quick release fuel filter/water separator
- ECO mode
- Engine oil drain valve (non-spill ECO drain)
- Lockable engine compartments
- Two stage air cleaner with visual indicator
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- Electrical
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- Alternator 90 amp
- Battery disconnect switch
- Cab mounted fuse panel
- Engine cold starter aid
- Heavy duty battery, 12V
- Service point connector for electronic diagnosis (Cat Electronic Technician™)
- Reversing alarm
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- General
-
- E-coat paint primer
- Pressure test points
- Recovery hitch and pin
- Scheduled Oil Sampling S·O·SSM ports
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Adjustable internal mirror
- Adjustable wrist rest
- Auxiliary power sockets
- Coat hook
- Cup holder
- Digital service hour meter
- Easy clean cab floor
- Gauges: fuel hydraulic temperature, coolant temperature, speedometer
- Multifunction joystick with direction control
- On board digital display cluster
- Operator station on isolation mounts
- Retractable seat belt
- ROPS and FOPS certified canopy/cab
- Sound suppression
- Sun visor
- Suspended brake/accelerator pedals
- Suspension seat
- Two doors (enclosed cab)
- Two external knock back mirrors
- Warning indicators for major systems
- Wiper/washer front and rear (enclosed cab)
- Warnings: master, park brake, hydraulic oil pressure, engine oil pressure, coolant temp, electrical system, hydraulic filter bypass
Attachments
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- Transmission And Hydraulics
-
- 100% differential lock on both axles, selectable on the move
- Adjustable speed control (creeper control)
- Adjustable high stat response settings
- Electronic throttle lock
- Ride control
- Rimpull control
- Speeder, 35 km/h (21.7 mph) with secondary steering
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- Engine
-
- Engine block heater 120V
- Precleaner for engine air filter
-
- Electrical
-
- Machine Security System (MSS)
- Magnetic rotating beacon
- Halogen working lights, two front and two rear
- LED working lights, two front and two rear
- Work tool wiring harness
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- General
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- Custom color
- Rear light guards
- Tire options including heavy duty tires
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- Fluids
-
- Cat extended life coolant (–50° C/–58° F)
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- Loader
-
- Adjustable implement modulation
- High flow auxiliary hydraulics with pressure relieving quick disconnect manifold
- Load check valves
- Return To Dig tool positioner
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- Work Tools
-
- For all work tool options, consult your local Cat dealer
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- Operator Environment
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- Air conditioning
- Cabin light
- Cat Radio/FM/DAB+/Bluetooth/Aux/Mic/Phone/USB
- Comfort cab includes: cloth suspension seat, heated rear window, sliding left window and radio ready
- Open canopy: fixed steering column, coat hook, sun visor (North America only)
- Deluxe cab includes: Comfort cab options plus heated cloth air suspension seat with lumbar support and right sliding window
- Heated rear window (enclosed cab)
- Heater with window side and feet vents (enclosed cab)
- Radio ready kit including speakers (enclosed cab)
- Rear blind