D8R Track-Type Tractor

Engine Engine Model Flywheel Power Gross Power Weights Operating Weight Shipping Weight

Cat 3406C TA 228 kW 305 hp 245 kW 328 hp 37 771 kg 27 416 kg 82,850 lb 60,454 lb

D8R Features Caterpillar 3406C Engine Meets US Tier 1, and EURO Stage 1 emissions regulations. Drive Train Powershift transmission, differential steering, anddurable final drive. Operator Station Machine controls and displays are all at the operators fingertips to maximize operator productivity and comfort. Serviceability and Customer Support Combining easy-access, modular components withthe Caterpillar Dealer repair and rebuild capability ensures timely machine repair andminimum downtime.

Contents
Power Train...........................................................3 Cooling System.....................................................4 Differential Steering............................................5 Hydraulics.............................................................5 Structures.............................................................6 Undercarriage......................................................7 SystemOne Undercarriage.............................8 Operator Station...................................................9 Work Tools. ............................................................9 Serviceability......................................................10 Support................................................................10 D8R Track-Type Tractor Specifications..........11 D8R Standard Equipment..................................15 D8R Optional Equipment...................................16 Notes....................................................................17
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The D8R combines power and efficiency with advanced technology for outstanding production at lower cost-per-yard. The D8Rs elevated sprocket increases productivity, simplifies maintenance, reduces downtime with modular components, and raises final drives and associated power train components out of the work environment.

Power Train
Engine

The 3406C engine is an excellent balance between efficiency and power.

Caterpillar 3406C engine performs at full-rated net power with a torque rise of 55%.

Regulations
The 3406C engine meets US Tier 1, and EURO Stage 1 emissions regulations for the Environmental Protection Agency, and the European Union.

Turbocharging and Aftercooling

Turbocharging and aftercooling provide high horsepower while keeping RPM and exhaust temperatures low.

Steel Spacer
A steel spacer between the block and head eliminates the need for block counterbores, extending block life.

Longer Component Life

Components live longer because oil-cooled pistons and fulllength water-cooled cylinder liners provide maximum heat transfer for longer component life.

Valves
Through-hardened crankshaft journals and steel-backed, copper-bonded aluminum bearings help assure reliable performance in the toughest duty.

Dealers Exchange Program

Cat dealers exchange program for major engine components can cut repair time and costs.

Torque Divider
A single-stage torque converter with an output torque dividersend 70% of engine torque through the converter, 30% through a direct drive shaft for greater driveline efficiency and higher torque multiplication.

Torque Converter
The torque converter shields the driveline from sudden torque shocks and vibration.

Final Drives
Elevated final drives are isolated from ground and implement induced impact loads for extended power train life.

Transmission
Planetary power shift transmission has 3-speeds forward and 3-speeds reverse and utilizes large diameter, high-capacity, oil-cooled clutches.

Cooling System

Superior cooling and ease of service keep the D8R producing day after day.

Cooling Capacity
Advanced Modular Cooling System (AMOCS) utilizes an exclusive two pass cooling system and increased cooling surface area to provide significantly more cooling capacity than conventional systems.

Extended Life Coolant

Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant (ELC) is now standard inall D8R tractors.

Two Pass Cooling System

Two pass cooling system circulates coolant from the sectioned bottom tank up through one side of the cooling element and down through the other side returning it tothebottom tank.

Cooling Elements
The cooling elements are individual core modules that areconnected to a sectioned bottom tank.

Servicing
The servicing of the AMOCS can be performed without tilting the radiator guard.

Uses hydraulics instead of friction to steer.

Differential Steering
Uninterrupted Power
Differential steering delivers uninterrupted power to both tracks to help maintain blade loads, reduce cycle times andprovide enhanced side slope capability.

Steering
Steer and change directions easily with one hand.

Turning
A planetary differential turns the machine by speeding up one track and slowing the other while maintaining fullpower.

Tiller Control
Allows the operator to work more precisely in close areas, around structures, obstacles, grade stakes or on fine grades.

Efficient in Soft Underfooting

Tracks can power through turns to keep loads moving andmaintain traction.

Hydraulic System
Efficient hydraulic systems devote one pump solely to power implements.

Hydraulics
Monitor Hydraulic Power Pump Output

Adjustable for efficiency.

Load-sensing hydraulics utilize a feedback loop from the implement valve to the implement pump to continually monitor the hydraulic power requirements of the implement. During normal blade or ripper corrections, pump output increases and decreases to provide precise power for dozing or ripping.

Increased Machine Production

Lower pump requirements reduce engine power requirements for the hydraulics, making more drawbar power available for increased machine production.
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Structures

Durable design and construction for the most demanding applications.

Mainframe
The D8R mainframe is built to absorb high impact shock loads and twisting forces.

Frame Rails
Frame rails are a full box section, designed to keep components rigidly aligned.

Steel Castings
Heavy steel castings give added strength to the main case, equalizer bar saddle, front cross member and tag-link trunnion.

Durability
The top and bottom rails are continuous rolled sections, withno machining or welding to provide superior mainframedurability.

Final Drives
The main case elevates the final drives well above the ground level work area to protect them from impact loads, abrasion and contaminants.

Track Roller Frame Alignment

A pivot shaft and pinned equalizer bar maintain track roller frame alignment.

Tag-link Construction
Tag-link construction brings the blade closer to the machine for more precise dozing and load control.

Tag-link Design
Tag-link design provides solid lateral stability and bettercylinder positions for constant pryout independent ofbladeheight.

Undercarriage
Design

An elevated sprocket design means excellent traction, durability and ride.

Suspended undercarriage design absorbs impact loads to reduce the shock loads transferred to the undercarriage.

Suspension
Bogie suspension conforms closely to the ground to provide more ground contact, especially in hard, uneven terrain.

Roller Frames
Roller frames are tubular, to resist bending and twisting, with added reinforcement where operating loads are the highest.

Non-suspended Undercarriage
Non-suspended undercarriage, without bogies, is available for applications involving moderate-impact, or highly abrasive materials.

Track
Sealed and lubricated track. Permanently coats the track pin with a sealed-in lubricant, minimizing metal-to-metal contact.

SystemOne Undercarriage
Designed for reliability and durability.
Optional SystemOne undercarriage offers a variety offeatures and benefits improving mechanical availability, overall performance of the undercarriage, wear life, and most importantly productivity. This enhanced version of SystemOne also addresses issues like thrust wear, sprocket segment retention, and dry joints.

Lower cost-per-hour
Reduces costs up to 50% due to longer life of undercarriage and reuse of idlers and segments.

Machine Speed
SystemOne allows travel at a faster speed, particularly in reverse. 2nd and 3rd gear reverse do not have to be locked out to manage bushing wear. Also, elimination of scalloping maintains a comfortable ride that decreases operator fatigue, and allows for higher working speed which increases overall productivity.

Operator Efficiency
Smoother ride because no more link scalloping wear reduces operator fatigue and better operator efficiency.

Machine Availability/Lower Downtime

More hours between UC replacements means reduced downtime.

Machine Productivity
Higher average machine speed, better operator efficiency and better machine availability/lower downtime results inincreased machine productivity.

Designed for comfort and ease of operation.

Operator Station

View
Clear full-circle view.

Operation
Comfortable, non-tiring operation.

Controls
Low effort controls are easily accessible and provide sure, precise maneuvering with less operator fatigue.

Seat
The Caterpillar Comfort Series Seat is fully adjustable anddesigned for comfort and support.

Control Lever Restraints

Implement control lever restraints, when engaged, prevent inadvertent movement of control lever.

Tiller Control
Dual twist tiller controls the direction and degree of turns, forward-reverse shifting and gear selection with one control.

Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) and Gauge Group

Monitors coolant, oil temperature, and fuel level.

Work Tools
Bulldozers Rippers

Tailored to fit many applications.

The 8SU blade and the 8U blade make full use of the D8Rs power. Single and multi-shank rippers are made to penetrate tough material fast and rip thoroughly.

Custom Products
In addition to the standard range of optional equipment, there are special attachments and machine configurations to suit particular customer needs.

Ease of service and maintenance gives you more time on the job.

Serviceability

Servicing
Built-in servicing ease. Less service time means more working time.

Ecology Drains
Ecology drains provide an environmentally safer method todrain fluids.

Filters
Spin-on fuel and engine oil filters save changing time.

Cooling
AMOCS individual cooling elements allow radiator servicing without major component removal, saving considerable time and cost.

Diagnostic Connector
A diagnostic connector allows the Cat Dealers electronic test instrument to quickly troubleshoot the electrical system.

Disconnect Fittings
Quick disconnect fittings allow for fast diagnosis of the power train and implement oil systems.

Support
Quality Response

Unrivaled dealer commitment.

Dealers committed to fast, quality customer support. Dealer service response extends to programs such as Custom Track Service (CTS), Scheduled Oil Sampling (SOS), and guaranteed maintenance contracts that get peak life and performance from your machine.

Experts
Your dealer is also expert at arranging affordable lease, rental or purchase financing for all Caterpillar products.

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D8R Track-Type Tractor Specifications

Engine
Engine Model Flywheel Power Gross Power Net Power Caterpillar Net Power ISO9249 Net Power SAEJ1349 Net Power EU80/1269 Net Power DIN70020 Net Power ISO1585 Bore Stroke Displacement Cat 3406C TA 228 kW 305 hp 245 kW 328 hp 228 kW 305 hp 228 kW 226 kW 228 kW 317 PS 228 kW 137 mm 165 mm 14.6 L 305 hp 5.4 in 6.5 in 893 in3 305 hp 302 hp 305 hp

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Cooling System Engine Crankcase Power Train Final Drives (each) Roller Frames (each) Pivot Shaft Compartment Implement Hydraulic System Tank Only 625 L 92 L 32.5 L 144 L 14 L 65 L 40 L 72 L 165 gal 24.3 gal 8.6 gal 38 gal 3.6 gal 17.2 gal 10.6 gal 19 gal

Hydraulic Controls
Bulldozer Relief Valve Setting Tilt Cylinder Relief Valve Setting Ripper (Lift) Relief Valve Setting Ripper (Pitch) Relief Valve Setting Tank Capacity 24 100 kPa 3,500 psi 24 100 kPa 3,500 psi 24 100 kPa 3,500 psi 24 100 kPa 3,500 psi 72 L 19 gal

Transmission
37 771 kg 27 416 kg 82,850 lb 60,454 lb 1 Forward 2 Forward 3 Forward 1 Reverse 2 Reverse 3 Reverse 3.5 km/h 6.2 km/h 10.8 km/h 4.7 km/h 8.1 km/h 13.9 km/h 2.2 mph 3.9 mph 6.7 mph 2.9 mph 5 mph 8.6 mph

Weights
Operating Weight Shipping Weight

Dimensions
Ground Clearance Track Gauge Width without Trunnions (StandardShoe) Overall Length BasicTractor 528 mm 2082 mm 2642 mm 21 in 81.9 in 8 ft 8 in

Power Shift with Differential Steer

lb x kg x 1000 1000 70 140 120 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 0 0 1 2 2 4 3 6 4

Winches
Weight Oil Capacity Increased Tractor Length Winch Case Width Drum Width Flange Diameter Drum Capacity 24mm (1 in) Drum Capacity 29mm (1.13 in) Drum Capacity 32mm (1.25 in) 1878 kg 81 L 163 mm 1220 mm 310 mm 550 mm 25 m 29 m 73 m 4,140 lb 21.5 gal 6.33 in 48 in 12.42 in 21.5 in 1 ft 1 ft 2 in 239 ft

D8R Drawbar Pull* vs. Ground Speed

4554 mm

14 ft 11 in

Undercarriage
Shoes/Side Pitch Ground Clearance Track Gauge Length of Track onGround Ground Contact Area 44 216 mm 528 mm 2082 mm 3206 mm 3.58 m
2

Drawbar Pull

100 80 60 40 20 0

2 3
8 5 10 6 7 12 km/h mph

8.5 in 20.8 in 81.97 in 10 ft 6 in 5,554 in

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Speed
1 1st Gear 2 2nd Gear 3 3rd Gear

Pitch listed is for standard undercarriage. For SystemOne undercarriage, the pitch is218 mm (8.6 in).

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D8R Track-Type Tractor Specifications

Dimensions
(approximate)

7 1 2 Tractor Dimensions 1 Track Gauge 2 Width of Tractor Over Trunnions Without Trunnions (std. shoe width) (965 mm/38 in shoe LGP) 3 Machine Height from Tip of Grouser: Stack OROPS EROPS Drawbar Height (grouser tip to center of clevis) From Ground Face of Shoe 4 Length of Track on Ground 5 Length of Basic Tractor (trunnion to tip of rear grouser) With the following attachments add: Drawbar Ripper-Single Shank (with tip at ground line and pinned in top hole) Ripper-Multi-Shank (with tip at ground line) Winch SU Blade U Blade A Blade SU LGP Blade 6 Height of Grouser 7 Ground Clearance Track Pitch Number of Shoes per Side Standard Shoe Ground Contact Area (standard shoe) Ground Pressure Standard 2082 mm 6 ft 10 in 3050 mm 2642 mm 10 ft 0 in 8 ft 8 in Non-Suspended 2082 mm 6 ft 10 in 3050 mm 2642 mm 10 ft 0 in 8 ft 8 in LGP 2337 mm 3370 mm 3302 mm 7 ft 8 in 11 ft 1 in 10 ft 10 in 4 5 6

3505 mm 3509 mm 3498 mm 754 mm 676 mm 3206 mm 4554 mm

11 ft 6 in 11 ft 6 in 11 ft 6 in 2 ft 6 in 2 ft 3 in 10 ft 6 in 14 ft 11 in

3499 mm 3503 mm 3492 mm 748 mm 673 mm 3258 mm 4554 mm

11 ft 6 in 11 ft 6 in 11 ft 5 in 2 ft 5 in 2 ft 2 in 10 ft 8 in 14 ft 11 in

3499 mm 3503 mm 3492 mm 748 mm 673 mm 3258 mm 4554 mm

11 ft 6 in 11 ft 6 in 11 ft 5 in 2 ft 5 in 2 ft 2 in 10 ft 8 in 14 ft 11 in

406 mm 1519 mm 1613 mm 163 mm 1844 mm 2241 mm 2027 mm N/A 78 mm 528 mm 216 mm 44 560 mm 3.58 m2 0.92 kg/cm2

1 ft 3 in 5 ft 0 in 5 ft 4 in 6 in 6 ft 6 in 7 ft 4 in 6 ft 8 in 3 in 1 ft 9 in 8.5 in 22 in 5554 in2 13.1 psi

406 mm 1519 mm 1613 mm 163 mm 1844 mm 2241 mm 2027 mm N/A 78 mm 519 mm 216 mm 44 560 mm 3.63 m2 0.87 kg/cm2

1 ft 3 in 5 ft 0 in 5 ft 4 in 6 in 6 ft 6 in 7 ft 4 in 6 ft 8 in 3 in 1 ft 8 in 8.5 in 22 in 5632 in2 12.4 psi

406 mm N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1727 mm 78 mm 519 mm 216 mm 44 965 mm 6.3 m2 0.54 kg/cm2

1 ft 3 in

5 ft 8 in 3 in 1 ft 8 in 8.5 in 38 in 9746 in2 7.6 psi

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Rippers
Hydraulic tip adjustment cylinders vary shank angle to aid penetration and help lift and shatter rock.
Single Shank 124.9 28,060 281.4 63,237 1158 3'10" 670 26 3 4140 9,119 37 875 83,500 Single Shank, Deep Ripping Arrangement 122.6 27,560 281.4 63,237 1602 5'3" 840 33 3 4378 9,643 38 113 84,024 Multi-Shank Arrangement 2464 8'1" 118.5 26,628 303.2 68,128 786 2'7" 624 24.5 2 4100 9,031 37 835 83,394

Overall Beam Width Maximum Penetration Force* (shank vertical) Pryout Force Maximum Penetration (standard tip) Maximum Clearance Raised (under tip, pinned in bottom hole) Number of Shank Holes (vertical adjustment) Weight (without hydraulic controls) Total Operating Weight (with 8 SU blade and ripper)**

mm ft/in kN lb kN lb mm ft/in mm in kg lb kg lb

* Multi-Shank Ripper Forces measured with Center T ooth installed. ** Operating weights are calculated based on suspended undercarriage configuration found in the weights section (see page 11). Note: Single shank, deep ripping arrangement weight includes required pin puller.

Hydraulic Controls
Complete system consists of pump, tank with filter, oil cooler, valves, lines, linkage and control levers.
Steering Piston-type Pump Geared from Flywheel Output at 2,500 rpm and 38 000 kPa (3,774 psi) Implements Piston-type Pump Geared from Flywheel Output at 2,100 rpm and 7000 kPa (1,000 psi) Tilt Cylinder Rod End Flow Tilt Cylinder Head End Flow Reservoir Tank Capacity Control Valve Positions Bulldozer Tilt Cylinder Ripper (Lift) Ripper (Pitch) Relief Valve Settings Bulldozer Tilt Cylinder Ripper (Lift) Ripper (Pitch) 300 liters/min 239 liters/min 130 liters/min 160 liters/min 72 liters raise, hold, lower, float tilt right, hold, tilt left raise, hold, lower extend, hold, retract 24 100 kPa 24 100 kPa 24 100 kPa 24 100 kPa 3,500 psi 3,500 psi 3,500 psi 3,500 psi 79 gpm 63 gpm 34 gpm 42 gpm 19 gal

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D8R Track-Type Tractor Specifications

Winch Specifications
Weight Increased Tractor Length Winch Case Width Flange Diameter Drum Width Drum Diameter Recommended Cable Size Optional Cable Size Drum Capacity Recommended Cable Drum Capacity Optional Cable Oil Capacity Maximum/ferrule size (OD Length) 1878 kg 163 mm 1220 mm 550 mm 310 mm 305 mm 25 mm 29 mm 73 m 58 m 81 L 60 mm 70 mm 4,140 lb 6.4 in 48 in 21.5 in 12.5 in 12 in 1.00 in 1.13 in 239 ft 190 ft 21.5 gal 2.38 in 2.75 in

Bulldozers
Blade Blade Capacity Width Height Digging Depth Ground Clearance Maximum Tilt Weight* 8 SU 8.7 11.4 3937 12'11" 1690 5'7" 582 22.9 1231 4'0" 951 3'1" 4570 10,074 8U 11.7 15.3 4262 14'0" 1740 5'9" 582 22.9 1231 4'0" 1028 3'5" 5135 11,320 8A 4.7 6.1 4978 16'4" 1174 3'10" 628 24.7 1308 4'4" 729 2'5" 5099 11,241 8 SU LGP 8.5 11.1 4400 14'5" 1612 5'3" 582 22.9 1231 4'0" 914 3'0" 4850 10,694

m3 yd3 mm ft/in mm ft/in mm in mm ft/in mm ft/in kg lb

Features Cutting edges are DH-2 steel and end bits are DH-3 steel for maximum durability. Dozer lift cylinders mount to top corners of radiator guard to improve mechanical advantage. Single lever controls all blade movements. Angle dozer available with two tilt cylinders, which replace the two tilt braces. * Does not include hydraulic controls, but includes blade tilt cylinder.

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D8R Standard Equipment

Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Advanced Modular Cooling System (AMOCS) Adjustable Contour Series Suspension Seat Air Cleaner Air cleaner service indicator Alternator, 50-amp Back up alarm Back up alarm Batteries (4), 12-volt, 3000CCA Blower fan Decelerator and hand throttle lever 24-volt direct electric starting Ecology drain on engine oil, engine coolant, torque converter, transmission, power train oil, and hydraulic system Electric hour meter Electric Monitoring System (EMS) Ether starting aid Front pull device Fuel priming pump Hinged extreme service crankcase guard Hinged radiator and blast deflector guards Horn Hydraulic control, three valve Hydraulic track adjusters Implement control lever boots Lifetime Lubricated rollers and idlers Lighting system, Halogen (two lights forward in fender, two rear on fuel tank) Load sensing hydraulics Muffler Pinned equalizer bar Powershift transmission Pre-cleaner with dust ejector Prescreener Rain cap Rearview mirror Replaceable sprocket rim segments ROPS/FOPS canopy (USA) Sealed and Lubricated Track Seat belt (retractable) Starting receptacle Suspension-type undercarriage with eight roller track frames Track guiding guards Two-piece master links 560 mm (24") PPN moderate service tracks Vandalism protection includes cap locks for fuel tank, engine oil filler, radiator filler and dip stick, plus battery box locks (two) and left hand service area cover lock

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D8R Optional Equipment

Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

kg Air conditioner (R134a) Air conditioner, fender mounted Air conditioner, ROPS mounted Angle dozer tilt cylinders Bulldozers: Rock guard and wear plate (8SU blade only) Rock guard (8U blade only) Pushplate (8SU blade only) Cab, FOPS sound suppressed, with ROPS rollbar (includes heater, cab accessory group and mirror) Canopy, ROPS/FOPS, includes mirror (standard, USA) Counterweight: *Rear mounted (basic) *Rear mounted (additional weight) Engine enclosure Fan, reversible Fast-fill fuel system Fast oil change system for quick service to engine and transmission Guards Fuel and hydraulic tank Power bottom guard Rear power train Radiator, hinged, heavyduty Rear tractor Heaters Fuel Engine coolant Laminated Thermo-shield Light, rear (for use with ripper) 57 160 154 311

lb 125 351 339 685 Operator arrangement, modified (improved viewing area and comfort for smaller operators) Radiator core protectorgrid Rigid drawbar Rear screen (with cab) Rear screen (withcanopy) *Rippers Single shank Standard arrangement Single shank Deepripping (includes shank, pin puller) Multi-shank (includes one shank) Ripper shank (for multi-shank ripper) Sweeps, logging Tracks, pair, HeavyDuty Sealed andLubricated: 610 mm (24") PPRMS/TRAP 610 mm (24") PPR ES/TRAP 610 mm (24") PPR CHOPPER 610 mm (24") PPR ES 610 mm (24") PPR MS 660 mm (26") PPR MS/TRAP 660 mm (26") PPR ES/TRAP 660 mm (26") PPR ES 660 mm (26") PPR MS 710 mm (28") PPR MS/TRAP 710 mm (28") PPR MS 810 mm (32") PPR MS/TRAP 965 mm (38") PPR MS/PPR 965 mm (38") PPR MS/TRAP

kg 25

lb 54 Undercarriage SystemOne 610 mm (24 in) Extreme and Super Extreme Service 660 mm (26 in) Extreme and Super Extreme Service 711 mm (28 in) Extreme and Super Extreme Service 965 mm (38 in) Extreme Service Roller Options

kg

lb

11 288 86 65

25 634 190 143

552 115 234 550

1,214 253 515 1,210

4085 4260

9,005 9,391

4213 332 310

9,287 733 682

Carrier rollers (oneper side) Seals, arctic idler/ roller Track roller guard 299 (nonsuspended) Custom Arrangements Hydraulic scraper towing arrangement LGP gauge arrangement Non-suspended 91 70

660

200 154

2335 572 57 6 7.5 5

5,137 1,258 126 13 16.5 11

31 3 495 285 100 144 93 405 201 243 301 423 777 714

68 7 1,091 628 221 318 205 893 443 536 664 933 1,713 1,574

256 70 129 148 74 5 2 11 1

563 154 284 326 163 12 4.4 24 2.2

Sound suppression 236 520 arrangement *Waste handling 817 1,800 arrangement *Winch arrangement 1878 4,140 *Woodchip arrangement * A rear attachment and/or counterweight is recommended for improved balance and performance. MS = Moderate Service ES = Extreme Service PPR = Positive Pin Retention TRAP = Trapezoidal CHOPPER = Waste Disposal

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