Buying guide6 min read
Bulldozer Types, Blades, and Sizes for the Right Job
A practical guide to bulldozer types, blade choices, and size classes. Real specs span compact finish graders to the Cat D11 dozer class.
Compare with other models
No listing yet. Want to be told?
Nobody has a Caterpillar D8R listed right now. Leave your address and you get one mail the day one appears.
Do you have a Caterpillar D8R?
Buyers search this page for a Caterpillar D8R every week. Listing one is free.
SPECS / CRAWLER DOZERS
Caterpillar D8R Specs
Caterpillar D8R crawler dozer specifications: type Crawler Dozer, horsepower 244.6 kW, operating weight 33497.8 kg, pump flow 300.2 LPM.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Crawler Dozer | |
| Horsepower | 244.6 kW | 328 HP |
| Operating Weight | 33497.8 kg | 73850 lbs |
| Pump Flow | 300.2 LPM | 79.3 GPM |
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar | |
| Engine Model | 3406 C | |
| Gross Power | 244.6 kW | 328 HP |
| Net Power | 227.4 kW | 305 HP |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged with aftercooled | |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | |
| Displacement | 14633.7 cc | 893 cu in. |
| Power Measured RPM | 2100 RPM | |
| Alternator Supplied Amp. | 50 A | |
| Alternator | 50 A | |
| Battery | 24 V | |
| Transmission Type | PowerShift | |
| Number of Forward Gears | 3 | |
| Number of Reverse Gears | 3 | |
| Max Speed Forward | 10.8 km/h | 6.7 mph |
| Max Speed Reverse | 13.8 km/h | 8.6 mph |
| Ground Pressure | 0.9 bar | 13.1 psi |
| Fuel Capacity | 625.3 l | 165.2 gal |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 32.6 l | 8.6 gal |
| Cooling System Capacity | 92.4 l | 24.4 gal |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 72.3 l | 19.1 gal |
| Final Drives Capacity | 14.0 l | 3.7 gal |
| Pump type | Piston | |
| Hydraulic Pump Flow | 300.2 LPM | 79.3 GPM |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 241.3 bar | 3500 psi |
| Cab Height | 350.5 cm | 138.0 in. |
| Width Over Track | 265.2 cm | 104.4 in. |
| Length Overall | 640.1 cm | 252.0 in. |
| Length without Blade | 457.2 cm | 180.0 in. |
| Length of Track on Ground | 323.1 cm | 127.2 in. |
| Track Gauge | 210.3 cm | 82.8 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 54.9 cm | 21.6 in. |
| Ground Contact Area | 91014.0 cm³ | 5554 cu in. |
| No of Shoes Per Side | 44 | |
| No of Track Rollers Per Side | 8 | |
| Shoe Size | 56.1 cm | 22.1 in. |
| Weight (Operating) | 33497.8 kg | 73850 lbs |
| Track Pitch | 21.8 cm | 8.6 in. |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
No listing yet. Want to be told?
Nobody has a Caterpillar D8R listed right now. Leave your address and you get one mail the day one appears.
Do you have a Caterpillar D8R?
Buyers search this page for a Caterpillar D8R every week. Listing one is free.
RELATED CONTENT
GUIDES
Buying guide6 min read
Bulldozer Rental Rates, Sizes, and Delivery Fees Explained
A contractor’s guide to bulldozer rental covering how size and specs affect rates, what delivery costs, and how to pick the right dozer, plus a spec table from finish dozers to D11.