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D8 GC Dozer

The Cat® D8 GC gives you performance and durability in a simple, economical dozer. Designed to take on everything from rocky terrain to desert sand to extreme cold, this bulldozer is easy to operate and delivers the straightforward service and maintenance you need.

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Engine

Engine Model

Cat 3406C

Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349

303hp

Net Power - Rated - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN)

307mhp

Build Number

18A

Emissions

Noncertified

Biodiesel Capability

Up to B100*

Note (1)

Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when engine is equipped with a fan at maximum speed, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.

Note (2)

*Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and bio-fuels** with lower greenhouse gas emission impact: Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME)***, up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels. **Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. ***Up to B100 capable when equipped with optional B100-compliant fuel lines. Please consult the Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM) for further information.

Power - Net

303hp

Weights

Operating Weight

82800lb

Transmission

Powertrain

Fully Mechanical

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank

165gal (US)

Standard SU

Operating Weight

82800lb

Ground Pressure

12.4psi

Width of Standard Shoe

24in

Blade

Semi-Universal (SU)

Blade Capacity

11.4yd³

Desert/High Abrasion

Operating Weight

83502lb

Ground Pressure

12.5psi

Width of Standard Shoe

24in

Blade

Semi-Universal (SU)

Blade Capacity

11.4yd³

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Powertrain

Cat 3406C DITA diesel engine

3F/3R speed powershift transmission

4-planetary double reduction final drives

Precleaner

Fan speed - basic

Cooling fan

Fuel priming pump

Operator Environment

Enclosed cab with integrated ROPS/FOPS

Adjustable contour suspension cloth seat

Adjustable armrest

Retractable seatbelt, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Differential steering tiller bar with dual-twist control

Electronic monitoring system

Underhood air conditioning

Undercarriage

Suspended undercarriage: Heavy Duty Positive Pin Retention (PPR)

Sealed and lubricated track: 44 section positive pin retention (PPR)

Moderate Service track shoes

Lifetime lubricated track rollers and idlers

Hydraulic track adjusters

Replaceable sprocket rim segments

Technology Products

Product Link, Basic Cellular PL243

Product link ready

Electrical

2 Batteries, 12V each, 24V system

12V Converter, 10 amp with outlet in cab

LED Lights - 4

Hydraulics

Load sensing dozer (lift/tilt) hydraulics

Ripper (lift/pitch) hydraulics

Independent steering and implement hydraulic pumps

Service and Maintenance

Sampling ports for engine oil, coolant, powertrain oil, hydraulic oil

Blades

Semi-Universal (SU) blade

Guards

Bottom guards

Dozer Arrangements

Standard Arrangement

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

Rear Attachments

Single shank ripper

Single shank ripper - fixed link

Single shank ripper with pin puller

Multi-shank ripper

Rear counterweight

Additional counterweight

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