Caterpillar 903D Compact Wheel Loader
THE RUNDOWN
Work Made Easy
The 903D Makes Work Easy with a 25% increase in tipping capacity to handle classic landscaping materials along with a 25% faster ground speed. The optional hydraulic Skid Steer Loader style coupler allows for changing work tools without getting out of the cab. Optional front and rear diff-lock can be activated on the fly, providing maximum traction in slick underfoot conditions.
Enjoy All Day Comfort
Operators will Enjoy All Day comfort with a new multi-function joystick, increased leg room, improved pedal positioning, easier entry/exit and optional speed sensitive ride control. The minimal engine overhang provides excellent rear and corner visibility, making the 903D easy to operate in confined areas.
Configured for Success
Configure the 903D for success with new options such as engine and ground speed control, ideally suited for hydro-mechanical work such as using a broom. With the addition of a Worktool Electrical Harness option, you can now run more tools than ever before. Two loader linkage options, standard and high lift, provide either improved capacity or improved lift height based on your application.
Simply Reliable
Fully opening rear hood allows easy access to the engine compartment featuring side-by-side coolers and transparent fuel/water separator with optional engine air precleaner and radiator screen for high debris applications. New rear tie down locations under the machine allow for easier transport, while a new engine oil fill location allows for easier access during engine oil changes.
Engine
| Maximum Gross Power | 42hp |
| Engine Model | Cat C2.4* |
| Gross Power | 42hp |
| Net Power - 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 R-ing | 40hp |
| Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 R-ing | 40hp |
| Bore | 3.4in |
| Stroke | 4in |
| Displacement | 147in² |
| Note | *Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards. |
Weights
| Operating Weight | 9414lb |
Buckets
| Bucket Capacities | 0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3) |
| Bucket Capacities - General Purpose | 0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3) |
| Bucket Capacities - Light Material | 1.0 m3 (1.3 yd3) |
Transmission
| Travel Speed | 12.4mile/h |
Hydraulic System
| Main Relief | 3481psi |
| 3rd Auxiliary Flow | 14gpm |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float | 2.4s |
Loader Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift | 4.4s |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump | 0.7s |
Cab
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3gal (US) |
| Fuel Tank | 11.4gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System | 6.3gal (US) |
| Engine Oil | 2.4gal (US) |
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift
| Cab Height | 8.25ft |
| Ground Clearance | 10in |
| Wheel Base | 6.42ft |
| Overall Length - With Bucket* | 15.75ft |
| Reach at Maximum Dump Height* | 2.33ft |
| Dig Depth | 6in |
| Maximum Dump Height* | 7.5ft |
| Load Over Height | 9.17ft |
| Hinge Pin at Maximum Height | 10.08ft |
| Departure Angle - Degrees | 30° |
| Overall Length - With Forks | 17.08ft |
| Reach - Ground Level | 2.67ft |
| Maximum Reach | 4.5ft |
| Fork Depth Above Ground | 2in |
| Fork Height at Maximum Reach | 4.67ft |
| Maximum Fork Height | 9.83ft |
| Fork Reach at Maximum Height | 2ft |
| Turning Radius - Over Bucket* | 13.17ft |
| Turning Radius - Inside Tire** | 5.92ft |
| Width - Over Bucket* | 5.83ft |
| Tire Gauge | 4.33ft |
| Machine Width** | 5.58ft |
| Articulation Angle | 40° |
| Steering Angle | 80° |
| Dump Angle at Maximum Height | 40° |
| Note (1) | *Vary with bucket size. |
| Note (2) | **Vary with tire size. |
| Note (3) | Dimensions listed are based on the machine configured with cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, general purpose bucket or 1067 mm (42 in) forks, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR tires, without ride control, without precleaner. |
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift
| Cab Height | 8.25ft |
| Ground Clearance | 10in |
| Wheel Base | 6.42ft |
| Overall Length - With Bucket* | 16.17ft |
| Reach at Maximum Dump Height* | 2.42ft |
| Dig Depth | 8in |
| Maximum Dump Height* | 8ft |
| Load Over Height | 9.67ft |
| Hinge Pin at Maximum Height | 10.58ft |
| Departure Angle - Degrees | 30° |
| Overall Length - With Forks | 17.58ft |
| Reach - Ground Level | 3.25ft |
| Maximum Reach | 4.92ft |
| Fork Depth Above Ground | 2in |
| Fork Height at Maximum Reach | 4.67ft |
| Maximum Fork Height | 10.33ft |
| Fork Reach at Maximum Height | 2ft |
| Turning Radius - Over Bucket* | 13.42ft |
| Turning Radius - Inside Tire** | 5.92ft |
| Width - Over Bucket* | 5.83ft |
| Tire Gauge | 4.33ft |
| Machine Width** | 5.58ft |
| Articulation Angle | 40° |
| Steering Angle | 80° |
| Dump Angle at Maximum Height | 40° |
| Note (1) | *Vary with bucket size. |
| Note (2) | **Vary with tire size. |
| Note (3) | Dimensions listed are based on the machine configured with cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, general purpose bucket or 1067 mm (42 in) forks, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR tires, without ride control, without precleaner. |
Operating Specifications - Standard Lift
| Tire Size | 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 0.8yd³ |
| Breakout Force | 6160lbf |
| Operating Weight | 9414lb |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket*** | 2701lb |
| Straight Tipping Load - Bucket*** | 6415lb |
| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)*** | 5401lb |
| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)*** | 5512lb |
| Rack Back - Transport Position | 51° |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)*** | 3366lb |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)*** | 2524lb |
| Note (1) | *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing. |
| Note (2) | **Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5. |
| Note (3) | ***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood. |
| Note (4) | Operating specifications shown are based on machine equipped with enclosed ROPS cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, 75 kg (165 lb) operator and general purpose bucket (GP), without ride control, without precleaner unless otherwise noted. |
Operating Specifications - High Lift
| Tire Size | 33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 0.8yd³ |
| Breakout Force | 6204lbf |
| Operating Weight | 9462lb |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket*** | 2502lb |
| Straight Tipping Load - Bucket*** | 5975lb |
| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)*** | 5004lb |
| Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)*** | 5115lb |
| Rack Back - Transport Position | 51° |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)*** | 3148lb |
| Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)*** | 2361lb |
| Note (1) | *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing. |
| Note (2) | **Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5. |
| Note (3) | ***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood. |
| Note (4) | Operating specifications shown are based on machine equipped with enclosed ROPS cab with air conditioning, remote quick coupler, 75 kg (165 lb) operator and general purpose bucket (GP), without ride control, without precleaner unless otherwise noted. |
Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose
| Bucket Type | General Purpose |
| Rated Capacity | 0.8yd³ |
| Dump Height | 90in |
| Maximum Material Density | 3169lb/yd³ |
| Bucket Width | 70in |
| Note | Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage. |
Maximum Material Densities - Light Material
| Bucket Type | Light Material |
| Rated Capacity | 1.3yd³ |
| Dump Height | 85in |
| Maximum Material Density | 1989lb/yd³ |
| Bucket Width | 74in |
| Note | Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage. |
Sustainability
| Recyclability | 97% |