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Cat 906 Compact Wheel Loader

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Cat Compact Wheel Loader

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Cat® wheel loaders set the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort. The Cat 906 Compact Wheel Loader has a high torque C2.8 engine that works in conjunction with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver exceptional fuel efficiency. “Shift on the go” locking differentials and hydrostatic transmission provide smooth and powerful operation while increasing the efficiency of machine cycles.

Key Specs
Maximum Gross Power 74.7 hp
Operating Weight 12628 lb
Bucket Capacities 0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³)
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Product Specifications for 906

Maximum Gross Power 74.7 hp
Engine Model Cat C2.8*
Maximum Engine Speed 2550 rpm
Maximum Gross Power – Rated Engine Speed 2400 r/min
Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995 74.7 hp
Maximum Gross Power – ISO 14396 74.3 hp
Maximum Gross Power – ISO 14396 (metric) 75.3 mhp
Rated Net Power – Rated Engine Speed 2400 r/min
Rated Net Power – SAE J1349 72.7 hp
Rated Net Power – ISO 9249 72.1 hp
Rated Net Power – 2,400 rpm – ISO 9249 (metric) 73.1 mhp
Maximum Gross Torque – SAE J1995 222 lb/ft
Maximum Gross Torque – ISO 14396 221 lb/ft
Maximum Net Torque – SAE J1349 218 lb/ft
Maximum Net Torque – ISO 9249 217 lb/ft
Displacement 171 in³
Bore 3.54 in
Stroke 4.33 in
Note Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel.
Note (2) *Two Cat C2.8 engine emission options are available: 1) Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V. 2) U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent. Tier 3 engine specs are 0.3 kW/0.4 hp more gross power (SAE J1995), 0.2 kW/0.3 hp on net power (SAE J1349) an
Note (3) #Maximum gross and net torque measured at 1,600 rpm.
Operating Weight 12628 lb
Bucket Capacities 0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³)
Bucket Capacities – General Purpose 0.80-1.35 m³ (1.0-1.7 yd³)
Bucket Capacities – Light Material 1.25-1.55 m³ (1.6-2.0 yd³)
Multi-Purpose 0.75-1.1 m³ (1.0-1.4 yd³)
Note Bucket selection must be made with an understanding of the material density and application to ensure machine stability is maintained within the tipping loads stated per model and configuration.
Note (1) Bucket capacities stated include BOCE, in line with ISO 7546.
Recyclability 93%
Fuel Tank 18.5 Gal
Cooling System 3.2 Gal
Engine Crankcase 2.3 Gal
Axles – Front Center Differential 2.3 Gal
Axles – Rear Center Differential 2.3 Gal
Hydraulic System – Including Tank 17.8 Gal
Hydraulic Tank 11.8 Gal
Transmission 0.6 Gal
Note No Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fluid needed on this size engine.
Front Fixed (standard) Locking Differential (optional)
Rear Fixed (standard) Locking Differential (optional)
Note Oscillation of ±11 degrees via hitch between front and rear frames.
Steering Articulation Angle – Each Direction 39 °
Maximum Flow – Steering Pump 12.3 gpm
Maximum Working Pressure – Steering Pump 3336 psi
Steering Cycle Times – (full left to full right) – at High Idle 2.8 s
Number of Steering Wheel Turns – Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left 3.25 turns or 4.00 turns
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range Creep# 6 mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 1* 6 mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 2** – High Speed 10.5 mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 2** – Standard 12 mile/h
Forward and Reverse – Speed Range 3*** 25 mile/h
Note #Factory default shown, can be adjusted to any speed up to 19 km/h (12 mph).
Note (1) *Creep function not available in this gear or above.
Note (2) **Max speed dependent on model and configuration (standard vs. high speed transmission).
Note (3) ***Reverse is 30 km/h (19 mph).
Tire Size – Standard *405/70 R18 SPT9
Tire Size – Optional 405/70 R18 Powerloads
Tire Size – Optional (1) 340/80 R18 XMCL/Bibload
Tire Size – Optional (2) 340/80 R18 TRI 2
Tire Size – Optional (3) 40X14-20 TL, SM/TR
Tire Size – Optional 4 340/80 R18 Duraforce
Note *This tire has been used for all dimension, stability and performance data.
Note (1) Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
Note (2) In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.
Note (3) Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model.
ROPS ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Note (1) Canopy and cab, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are available worldwide. Canopy not available in EU.
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) 3408 psi
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) – Standard Flow* 21 gpm
Main Relief – 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) – High Flow* 32 gpm
Main Relief – 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice) 3408 psi
Main Relief – 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice) – Flow 12 gpm
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Rackback 2.2 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lift 5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump 1.6 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Float Down 2.8 s
Note * Maximum flow stated, actual flow delta could be 6% from data shown. Also adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through display.
Height: Ground to Cab** 8.08 ft
Height: Ground to Beacon** 8.67 ft
Height: Ground Axle Center** 1.58 ft
Height: Ground Clearance** 1 ft
Length: Overall* 17.58 ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper 4.58 ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle 3.58 ft
Length: Wheel Base 7.08 ft
Clearance: Bucket at 45° * 8.25 ft
Clearance: Load over Height** 9.5 ft
Clearance: Level Bucket** 9.92 ft
Height: Bucket Pin** 10.67 ft
Height: Overall** 13.5 ft
Reach: Bucket at 45° * 2.42 ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin 1.08 ft
Dig Depth** 0.33 ft
Width: Bucket 6.17 ft
Width: Tread Center 4.67 ft
Turning Radius: Over Bucket 14.17 ft
Width: Over Tires 6.08 ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires 12.92 ft
Turning Radius: Inside of Tires 6.75 ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift 56°
Dump Angle at Full Lift 45°
Rack Angle at Carry 51°
Departure Angle – Degrees 30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees 39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^ 12632 lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 † 9760 lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 † 8225 lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^ 12240 lb
Tipping Load – Straight † 7748 lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 †† 5211 lb
Note (1) *Vary with bucket
Note (2) **Vary with tire
Note (3) ^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4) ^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class II carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5) †Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6) ††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7) #HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8) Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9EM 405/70 R18 tires and 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class
Note (9) Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9.
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler 3.5 ft
Tipping Load – Full Turn † 6514 lb
Height – Ground to Cab 8.08 ft
Height: Ground to Beacon** 8.67 ft
Height: Ground Axle Center** 1.58 ft
Height – Ground Clearance 1 ft
Length – Overall with Bucket 18.17 ft
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper 4.58 ft
Length: Hitch to Front Axle 3.58 ft
Length – Wheel Base 7.08 ft
Clearance – Bucket at 45° 7.83 ft
Clearance: Load over Height** 9.5 ft
Clearance – Level Bucket 9.92 ft
Height – Bucket Pin 10.67 ft
Height: Overall** 13.83 ft
Reach – Bucket at 45° 2.67 ft
Carry Height: Bucket Pin 1.17 ft
Dig Depth 0.25 ft
Width – Bucket 6.17 ft
Width – Tread Center 4.67 ft
Turning Radius – Over Bucket 14.67 ft
Width – Over Tires 6.07 ft
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires 12.92 ft
Turning Radius – Inside Tire 6.75 ft
Rack Angle at Full Lift 51°
Dump Angle at Full Lift 50°
Rack Angle at Carry 46°
Departure Angle – Degrees 30°
Articulation Angle – Degrees 39°
Operating Weight: Bucket ^ 12863 lb
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 † 8613 lb
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 † 7220 lb
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^ 12434 lb
Tipping Load – Straight † 7359 lb
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 †† 4970 lb
Note (1) *Vary with bucket
Note (2) **Vary with tire
Note (3) ^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket.
Note (4) ^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class II carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center).
Note (5) †Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing.
Note (6) ††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197.
Note (7) #HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V.
Note (8) Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9EM 405/70 R18 tires and 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class
Note (9) Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9.
Tipping Load – Full Turn † 2818 kg
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler 4.33 ft
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Lights, roading, front halogen
Lights, rear stop and turn, LED
Cab mounted fuse panel
Battery disconnect switch
Battery, heavy duty, 12V, 90Ah and 1,000 CCA
Alternator, 100 amp sealed
Motor, single drive with dedicated implement and steering pumps
Multi-function lift and tilt with loader arm float
Joystick, single lever, single auxiliary roller
Implement valve, pressure compensated
Hystat displacement pump, infinitely variable
Caterpillar HYDO™ Advanced 10 hydraulic oil
Coupler/pin on attachment ready
Demand cooling fan, hydraulically driven
Dead engine lower, lift valve, manual
Electro-hydraulic, fully proportional controls
Hydraulic pilot shut off switch, in cab
Cab– Doors (2), fixed glass– Wipers, front and rear, full front coverage– Windshield, front single piece– Window, rear heated– Radio ready, speakers and wiring– Air vents, (4) screen, (7) directional– Heating, mechanical control unit– Sun visor, solid, front full width– Interior light (incandescent)
Seat, manual height adjustment, (cab) fabric with adjustable left arm rest, (canopy) vinyl
Joystick, seat mounted, standard multifunction– FNR, auxiliary roller, speed range select, continuous flow, differential lock, horn– Arm rest, padded right, multiple position vertical height
Display, analog and digital– Gauges (2), hydraulic oil, engine coolant– Digital with soft touch buttons – fuel level, speed range, speedometer, service hour meter, service/maintenance information, hydraulic and power train performance and aggressiveness settings, security passcode (multiple languages)
ROPS/FOPS certified canopy/cab– 12V power outlets, interior/exterior– Pedals, raised, foot, brake/inching, accelerator– Lever, parking brake– Cup holders (2)– CB radio clip, phone holder– Door release, internal (left and right)– Hook, large, coat and hard hat– Floormat, heavy duty, easy clean– Mirrors, (2) external breakaway, (1) internal– Operator station on isolation mounts– Steering wheel, spinner knob, horn in center– Seat belt, orange, retractable, 51 mm (2 in)– Storage, personal (trays [3], seat pocket)– Steering column, tilt adjusted– Column mounted multi function control: lights, roading, wipers, self cancelling turn signals– Quick coupler switch, in cab
Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports, engine oil and hydraulic oil
Recovery hitch with pin
Paint, Electro-Coat primer, gloss topcoat
Machine lifting/tie down points
Lockable, fuel cap, HVAC filters, nose cone
Lockable main and side engine enclosures
Loader arm safety brace
Ground level easy access daily service points
Fenders, front and rear
Fuel pump, priming (manual)/water separator/drain
Engine oil, ECO drain tap and hose
Engine, auto idle shutdown, hibernation mode
Drive shaft, sealed for life, universal joints
Coolant, extended life, –36° C (–33° F)
Closed circuit breather
Axles, heavy duty, frame mounted with outboard planetary reduction
Air cleaner, two stage filter, with in cab audio/visual indicator on display
Cat C2.8 engine– Diesel particulate filter (Fit for Life) or muffler (Dependent on regional regulations.)– Fuel, diesel, ultra low or low Sulphur (Dependent on regional regulations.)– Hydrostatic transmission, two speed, with inching function, “shift on the go”– Power train mode, hystat
Emissions compliant, two options (Dependent on regional regulations.)– U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V– U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent
Work tool wiring harness, (3) in cab switches
Push to start
Lighting packages, multiple; front, rear, engine bay (LED or HAL)
Quick disconnect auxiliary hydraulics
Reversing fan
Ride Control or load check valves (Dependent on regional regulations.)
Connect under pressure and case drain
Caterpillar Bio HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil
Auxiliary flow, single standard (3) valve, single high flow (3) valve, dual high flow (4) valve
USB ports (2), interior
Sun visor, rear perforated
Storage, lockable box or lockable cooled box
Soft touch keypad options, 8 or 16 button
Secondary display, front or rear view camera
Seat packages; deluxe or premium
Seat belt options, multiple
Radio, FM or digital audio broadcast
Phone holder, spring loaded
Mirrors (2) electronically adjustable, heated external, plus lower parabolic mirror
Joystick, seat mounted, multifunction
Interior light, door activated
FNR, twin auxiliary roller, continuous flow, differential lock, horn
Doors, sliding windows (left and right)
Air Conditioning, automatic temperature control (ATC)
Rotary sensors (snubbing, kickouts, parallel)
Couplers, vertical (SSL), horizontal (HPL-V, HPL-A)
Power train mode, utility (includes keypad)
Hydrostatic transmission, 3-speed, “shift on the go”, secondary steering and boosted brakes
Fuel pump, priming (Higher regulated countries), electric (Dependent on regional regulations.)
Creep and throttle lock function
Cold start – jacket water heater, bypass valve
Antifreeze, extended life coolant, –50° C (–58° F)