903C2 Compact Wheel Loader

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The Cat® 903C2 delivers high performance with outstanding versatility. Spacious cab with joystick control keeps you comfortable throughout the work day, allowing you to get more done. Loader design delivers strength and durability with superior control.

Engine

Maximum Gross Power
42 HP
Net Power
40 HP
Stroke
4 in
Note
*Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 Rating
40 HP
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 Rating
40 HP
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - EEC 80/1269 Rating
40 HP
Displacement
147 in²
Bore
3.4 in
Engine Model
Cat C2.4*

Weights

Operating Weight
9060 lb

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)

Cab

ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2000 Level I

Hydraulic System

Main Relief
2988 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float
3.2 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift
4.8 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump
0.8 s
3rd Auxiliary Flow
14 gal/min

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
3 gal (US)
Fuel Tank
11.4 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
6.3 gal (US)
Engine Oil
2.4 gal (US)

Transmission

Travel Speed
10 mile/h

Operating Specifications - Standard Lift

With Additional Counterweight - Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
5445 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
2105 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (80% of FTSTL)
2800 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket
2305 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Operating Weight
9435 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
4610 lb
Tire Size
33 ° 15.5-16.5, 12PR
With Additional Counterweight - Rackback - Transport Position
52°
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
5070 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% of FTSTL)
2610 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
1960 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket
2150 lb
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.8 yd³
Rack Back - Transport Position
52°
Operating Weight
9060 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
4300 lb
Breakout Force
5170 lbf

Operating Specifications - High Lift

With Additional Counterweight - Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
4840 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
1940 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (80% of FTSTL)
2590 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket
2030 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Rackback - Transport Position
52°
With Additional Counterweight - Operating Weight
9480 lb
With Additional Counterweight - Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
4060 lb
Straight Tipping Load - Bucket
4500 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% of FTSTL)
2410 lb
Tire Size
33 ° 15.5-16.5, 12PR
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
1805 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket
1875 lb
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.8 yd³
Rack Back - Transport Position
52°
Operating Weight
9105 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket
3760 lb
Breakout Force
5170 lbf

Maximum Material Densities - Light Material

Rated Capacity
1.3 yd³
Note
Based on ISO 7546: 1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage, without additional counterweight
Maximum Material Density
1480 lb/yd³
Dump Height
85 in
Bucket Width
74 in
Bucket Type
Light Material

Maximum Material Densities - General Purpose

Rated Capacity
0.8 yd³
Note
Based on ISO 7546: 1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage, without additional counterweight
Maximum Material Density
2545 lb/yd³
Dump Height
90 in
Bucket Width
70 in
Bucket Type
General Purpose

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift

Width - Over Bucket*
5.8 ft
Wheel Base
5.9 ft
Turning Radius - Over Bucket*
12.9 ft
Turning Radius - Inside Tire**
5.4 ft
Tire Gauge
4.3 ft
Steering Angle - Left/Right
80°
Reach at Maximum Dump Height*
2.9 ft
Reach - Ground Level
3.2 ft
Overall Length - With Forks
17 ft
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket size.
Maximum Reach
5 ft
Maximum Fork Height
9.8 ft
Maximum Dump Height*
7.5 ft
Overall Length - With Bucket*
15.4 ft
Note (2)
**Vary with tire size.
Machine Width**
5.6 ft
Load Over Height
9.2 ft
Hinge Pin at Maximum Height
10.1 ft
Ground Clearance
1.3 ft
Fork Reach at Maximum Height
2.5 ft
Fork Height at Maximum Reach
4.6 ft
Fork Depth Above Ground
2 in
Dump Angle at Maximum Height
40°
Dig Depth
8 in
Departure Angle - Degrees
30°
Cab Height
8.2 ft
Articulation Angle
40°

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift

Width - Over Bucket*
5.8 ft
Wheel Base
5.9 ft
Turning Radius - Over Bucket*
13.2 ft
Turning Radius - Inside Tire**
5.4 ft
Tire Gauge
4.3 ft
Steering Angle - Left/Right
80°
Reach at Maximum Dump Height*
2.9 ft
Reach - Ground Level
3.7 ft
Overall Length - With Forks
17.5 ft
Overall Length - With Bucket*
15.9 ft
Note (2)
**Vary with tire size.
Note (1)
*Vary with bucket size.
Maximum Reach
5.4 ft
Maximum Fork Height
10.3 ft
Maximum Dump Height*
8 ft
Machine Width**
5.6 ft
Load Over Height
9.6 ft
Hinge Pin at Maximum Height
10.6 ft
Ground Clearance
1.3 ft
Fork Reach at Maximum Height
2.5 ft
Fork Height at Maximum Reach
4.6 ft
Fork Depth Above Ground
2 in
Dump Angle at Maximum Height
40°
Dig Depth
8 in
Departure Angle - Degrees
30°
Articulation Angle
40°
Cab Height
8.2 ft