- Category: Wheel Dozers ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 834B ➔
The Caterpillar 834B is a heavy-duty wheel dozer designed for earthmoving and mining applications. Featuring a robust engine and durable drivetrain, the 834B delivers high power and traction for pushing large volumes of material efficiently. Its articulated frame enhances maneuverability on rough terrain, while the large blade capacity improves productivity in dozing tasks. The Caterpillar 834B wheel dozer is equipped with advanced hydraulic controls and operator comfort features to optimize performance and reduce fatigue. Widely used in construction, mining, and quarry operations, the 834B combines reliability, power, and versatility for demanding earthmoving projects.
Axles
| Front | Fixed
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| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall | 22 in (56 cm)
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| Rear | Oscillates
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Blades
| Blade Capacity | 10 cu yd (7 cu m)
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| Maximum Lift Above Ground | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Moldboard - Length | 15 ft (5 m)
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| Straight Blade - Capacity | 10 cu yd (7 cu m)
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| Straight Blade - Digging Depth | 2 ft (0 m)
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| Straight Blade - Ground Clearance | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Straight Blade - Height | 5 ft (1 m)
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| Straight Blade - Maximum Tilt | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Straight Blade - Overall Width | 15 ft (5 m)
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Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (0 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 14 ft (4 m)
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| Length - With Blade on Ground | 29 ft (9 m)
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| Length with Blade on Ground | 29 ft (9 m)
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| Wheel Base | 13 ft (4 m)
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| Wheelbase | 13 ft (4 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 12 ft (4 m)
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Engine
| Displacement | 1,099 cu in (18,001 cu cm)
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| Engine Make | 2236
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| Engine Model | Cat 3408E HEUI
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| Flywheel Power | 450 hp (336 kw)
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| Gross Power | 450 hp (336 kw)
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Operating Specifications
| Fuel Capacity | 157 gal (595 l)
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| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (0 m)
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| Operating Weight | 102,195 lbs (46,355 kg)
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| Tire Size | 35/65-33 (L-4)
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| Turning Circle - With Blade | 57 ft (17 m)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 28 gal (106 l)
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| Crankcase | 11 gal (42 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 38 gal (144 l)
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| Fuel Tank - Standard | 157 gal (594 l)
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| Transmission | 27 gal (102 l)
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Steering System
| Steering Angle | 35 degrees
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| Turning Radius - With Straight Blade | 20 ft (6 m)
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Tires
| Standard Tire Size | 35/65-3324 Pr (L-4)
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Transmission
| Forward - 1 | 4 mph (6 kph)
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| Forward - 2 | 7 mph (11 kph)
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| Forward - 3 | 12 mph (20 kph)
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| Forward - 4 | 21 mph (34 kph)
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| Max Speed - Forward | 21 mph (34 kph)
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| Max Speed - Reverse | 26 mph (42 kph)
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| Number of Forward Gears | 4
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| Number of Forward Speeds | 4
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| Number of Reverse Gears | 4
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| Number of Reverse Speeds | 4
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| Reverse - 1 | 5 mph (8 kph)
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| Reverse - 2 | 9 mph (14 kph)
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| Reverse - 3 | 15 mph (25 kph)
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| Reverse - 4 | 26 mph (42 kph)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 102,213 lbs (46,363 kg)
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