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903C2 Compact Wheel Loader

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

Net Power
40 hp
Engine Model
Cat C2.4*
Maximum Gross Power
42 hp
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
Bore
3.4 in
Stroke
4.0 in
Displacement
147 in2
Note
*Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.

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
3rd Auxiliary Flow
14 gal/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lift
4.8 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Dump
0.8 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time – Lower, Float
3.2 seconds

Service Refill Capacities

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

Operating Specifications – Standard Lift

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

Transmission

Travel Speed
10 mph

Dimensions (Approximate) – Standard

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

Maximum Material Densities – General Purpose

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

Maximum Material Densities – Light Material

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

Dimensions (Approximate) – High Lift

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

Operating Specifications – High Lift

Tire Size
33 × 15.5-16.5, 12PR
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.8 yd3
Breakout Force
5170 lbf
Operating Weight
9105 lb
Rated Operating Load @ Full Turn, Bucket
1875 lb
Straight Tipping Load, Bucket
4500 lb
Full Turn Static Tipping Load, Bucket
3760 lb
Rackback, Transport Position
52°
Rated Operating Load @ Full Turn, Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (80% of FTSTL)
2410 lb
Rated Operating Load @ Full Turn, Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
1805 lb
With Additional Counterweight – Operating Weight
9480 lb
With Additional Counterweight – Rated Operating Load @ Full Turn, Bucket
2030 lb
With Additional Counterweight – Straight Tipping Load, Bucket
4840 lb
With Additional Counterweight – Full Turn Static Tipping Load, Bucket
4060 lb
With Additional Counterweight – Rackback, Transport Position
52°
With Additional Counterweight – Rated Operating Load @ 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 @ Full Turn, Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm (20 in) Load Center) (60% of FTSTL)
1940 lb
  • 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
    • 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, 16 km/h (10 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 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)
    • Quick release fuel filter/water separator
    • Reversing light
    • Self-canceling direction indicators
    • Work tool return to dig
    • Z-bar linkage
  • Air conditioning/heater
  • Alternator, 90 amp for air conditioning
  • Antifreeze/coolant, extended life, protects to –50° C (–58° F)
  • Beacon ready
  • Cab
    • Open
    • Enclosed
  • Counterweight: 160 kg (350 lb)
  • Differential lock, front and rear axles
  • Eco drain, engine oil
  • Electric quick coupler, skid steer loader compatible
  • Engine air precleaner
  • Engine block heater 120V (dealer installed)
  • Fenders
    • Standard for use with 304 mm (12 in) tires
    • Wide for use with 393 mm (15.5 in) tires
  • Hydraulic auxiliary lines with quick disconnects
  • Linkage
    • Standard lift
    • High lift
  • Radiator debris screen
  • Radio Ready or AM/FM radio
  • 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
  • WORK TOOLS
    • For all work tool options, consult your Cat dealer.