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Compact Wheel Loaders

903D Compact Wheel Loader

  • Bucket Capacities
    0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)
  • Bucket Capacities
    0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3)
  • Bucket Capacities
    1.0 m3 (1.3 yd3)
  • Maximum Gross Power
    42 hp
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)
Bucket Capacities
0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3)
Bucket Capacities
1.0 m3 (1.3 yd3)
Engine
Maximum Gross Power
42 hp
Engine Model
Cat C2.4*
Gross Power
42 hp
Net Power
40 hp
Net Power
40 hp
Bore
3.4 in
Stroke
4 in
Displacement
147 in²
Note
*Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Weights
Operating Weight
9414 lb
Transmission
Travel Speed
12.4 mile/h
Hydraulic System
Main Relief
3481 psi
3rd Auxiliary Flow
14 gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time
2.4 s
Loader Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Cycle Time
4.4 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time
0.7 s
Cab
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
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)
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift
Cab Height
8.25 ft
Ground Clearance
10 in
Wheel Base
6.42 ft
Overall Length
15.75 ft
Reach at Maximum Dump Height
2.33 ft
Dig Depth
6 in
Maximum Dump Height
7.5 ft
Load Over Height
9.17 ft
Hinge Pin at Maximum Height
10.08 ft
Departure Angle
30°
Overall Length
17.08 ft
Reach
2.67 ft
Maximum Reach
4.5 ft
Fork Depth Above Ground
2 in
Fork Height at Maximum Reach
4.67 ft
Maximum Fork Height
9.83 ft
Fork Reach at Maximum Height
2 ft
Turning Radius
13.17 ft
Turning Radius
5.92 ft
Width
5.83 ft
Tire Gauge
4.33 ft
Machine Width
5.58 ft
Articulation Angle
40°
Steering Angle
80°
Dump Angle at Maximum Height
40°
Note
*Vary with bucket size.
Note
**Vary with tire size.
Note
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
8.25 ft
Ground Clearance
10 in
Wheel Base
6.42 ft
Overall Length
16.17 ft
Reach at Maximum Dump Height
2.42 ft
Dig Depth
8 in
Maximum Dump Height
8 ft
Load Over Height
9.67 ft
Hinge Pin at Maximum Height
10.58 ft
Departure Angle
30°
Overall Length
17.58 ft
Reach
3.25 ft
Maximum Reach
4.92 ft
Fork Depth Above Ground
2 in
Fork Height at Maximum Reach
4.67 ft
Maximum Fork Height
10.33 ft
Fork Reach at Maximum Height
2 ft
Turning Radius
13.42 ft
Turning Radius
5.92 ft
Width
5.83 ft
Tire Gauge
4.33 ft
Machine Width
5.58 ft
Articulation Angle
40°
Steering Angle
80°
Dump Angle at Maximum Height
40°
Note
*Vary with bucket size.
Note
**Vary with tire size.
Note
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
0.8 yd³
Breakout Force
6160 lbf
Operating Weight
9414 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
2701 lb
Straight Tipping Load
6415 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load
5401 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load
5512 lb
Rack Back
51°
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
3366 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
2524 lb
Note
*Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.
Note
**Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.
Note
***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.
Note
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
0.8 yd³
Breakout Force
6204 lbf
Operating Weight
9462 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
2502 lb
Straight Tipping Load
5975 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load
5004 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load
5115 lb
Rack Back
51°
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
3148 lb
Rated Operating Load at Full Turn
2361 lb
Note
*Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.
Note
**Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.
Note
***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.
Note
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
0.8 yd³
Dump Height
90 in
Maximum Material Density
3169 lb/yd³
Bucket Width
70 in
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
1.3 yd³
Dump Height
85 in
Maximum Material Density
1989 lb/yd³
Bucket Width
74 in
Note
Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage.
Sustainability
Recyclability
97%
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Air cleaner, two stage with visual indicator
    • Cat C2.4 engine:
      – Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards
    • Closed circuit breather
    • Cold start plugs
    • Electrical fuel priming pump
    • Eco drain, engine oil
    • Extended life coolant protects to –37° C (–34° F)
    • Frame mounted heavy duty axles with outboard planetary reduction
    • Maintenance free, sealed for life, prop shaft and universal joints
    • Transmission, 20 km/h (12.4 mph)
  • ELECTRICAL
    • 12 volt direct electric starting
    • Alternator, 70A
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Cab mounted fuse panel
    • Ignition key start/stop switch
    • Maintenance free, sealed for life, 650 CCA heavy duty battery
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cup holder
    • Digital service hour meter
    • Engine coolant temperature gauge
    • Fuel level gauge
    • Heavy duty, easy clean floor mat
    • Operator warning system indicators:
      – DPF monitor
      – Parking brake applied
      – Hydraulic oil temperature
      – Engine oil pressure
      – Service brake pressure
      – Hydraulic filter bypass
    • Seat:
      – Static, vinyl with 51 mm (2 in) retractable seat belt
    • Two external mirrors – knock back
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • 3rd valve auxiliary hydraulics with continuous flow detent, standard flow
    • Engine enclosure – lockable
    • Guarded front headlight
    • Hydraulic auxiliary lines with quick disconnects
    • Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
    • Lift arm safety brace
    • Loader arm float function
    • Lockable fuel filler cap
    • Manual quick coupler, skid steer loader compatible
    • Parking brake (secondary brake)
    • Product Link, PL243
    • Quick release fuel filter/water separator
    • Reversing light
    • Self-canceling direction indicators
    • Work tool return to dig
    • Z-bar linkage
  • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Air conditioning/heater
    • Alternator, 90 amp for air conditioning
    • Antifreeze/coolant, extended life, protects to –50° C (–58° F)
    • Beacon ready
    • Cab:
      – Open
      – Enclosed
    • Differential lock, front and rear axles
    • Hydraulic quick coupler, skid steer loader compatible
    • Engine air precleaner
    • Engine block heater 120V (dealer installed)
    • Engine Speed Control (Throttle Lock)
    • Fenders:
      – Rear only
      – Front and rear
    • Ground Speed Control (Creeper Control)
    • Linkage:
      – Standard lift
      – High lift
    • Radiator debris screen
    • Radio Ready or AM/FM radio
    • Ride Control
    • Seats:
      – Mechanical suspension, vinyl with 51 mm (2 in) seat belt
      – Mechanical suspension, vinyl with 75 mm (3 in) seat belt
      – Mechanical suspension, fabric with 51 mm (2 in) seat belt
      – Mechanical suspension, fabric with 75 mm (3 in) seat belt
    • Tires:
      – 12-16.5 10PR
      – Flotation 33-15.5 × 16.5
      – Flexport 33 × 6 × 11
    • Working lights, front and rear:
      – Halogen
      – LED
    • Work Tool Electrical Harness
  • WORK TOOLS
    • For all work tool options, consult your Cat dealer.