903D Compact Wheel Loader

Maximum Gross Power42hp

Engine ModelCat C2.4*

Gross Power42hp

Net Power - 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 R-ing40hp

Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 R-ing40hp

Bore3.4in

Stroke4in

Displacement147in²

Note*Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.

Operating Weight9414lb

Bucket Capacities0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)

Bucket Capacities - General Purpose0.6 m3 (0.8 yd3)

Bucket Capacities - Light Material1.0 m3 (1.3 yd3)

Travel Speed12.4mile/h

Main Relief3481psi

3rd Auxiliary Flow14gal/min

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Float2.4s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift4.4s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump0.7s

ROPSISO 3471:2008

FOPSISO 3449:2005 Level I

Cooling System3gal (US)

Fuel Tank11.4gal (US)

Hydraulic System6.3gal (US)

Engine Oil2.4gal (US)

Cab Height8.25ft

Ground Clearance10in

Wheel Base6.42ft

Overall Length - With Bucket*15.75ft

Reach at Maximum Dump Height*2.33ft

Dig Depth6in

Maximum Dump Height*7.5ft

Load Over Height9.17ft

Hinge Pin at Maximum Height10.08ft

Departure Angle - Degrees30°

Overall Length - With Forks17.08ft

Reach - Ground Level2.67ft

Maximum Reach4.5ft

Fork Depth Above Ground2in

Fork Height at Maximum Reach4.67ft

Maximum Fork Height9.83ft

Fork Reach at Maximum Height2ft

Turning Radius - Over Bucket*13.17ft

Turning Radius - Inside Tire**5.92ft

Width - Over Bucket*5.83ft

Tire Gauge4.33ft

Machine Width**5.58ft

Articulation Angle40°

Steering Angle80°

Dump Angle at Maximum Height40°

Note (1)*Vary with bucket size.

Note (2)**Vary with tire size.

Note (3)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.

Cab Height8.25ft

Ground Clearance10in

Wheel Base6.42ft

Overall Length - With Bucket*16.17ft

Reach at Maximum Dump Height*2.42ft

Dig Depth8in

Maximum Dump Height*8ft

Load Over Height9.67ft

Hinge Pin at Maximum Height10.58ft

Departure Angle - Degrees30°

Overall Length - With Forks17.58ft

Reach - Ground Level3.25ft

Maximum Reach4.92ft

Fork Depth Above Ground2in

Fork Height at Maximum Reach4.67ft

Maximum Fork Height10.33ft

Fork Reach at Maximum Height2ft

Turning Radius - Over Bucket*13.42ft

Turning Radius - Inside Tire**5.92ft

Width - Over Bucket*5.83ft

Tire Gauge4.33ft

Machine Width**5.58ft

Articulation Angle40°

Steering Angle80°

Dump Angle at Maximum Height40°

Note (1)*Vary with bucket size.

Note (2)**Vary with tire size.

Note (3)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.

Tire Size33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR

Rated Bucket Capacity0.8yd³

Breakout Force6160lbf

Operating Weight9414lb

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket***2701lb

Straight Tipping Load - Bucket***6415lb

Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)***5401lb

Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)***5512lb

Rack Back - Transport Position51°

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)***3366lb

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)***2524lb

Note (1)*Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.

Note (2)**Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.

Note (3)***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.

Note (4)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.

Tire Size33 × 15.5-16.5, 12 PR

Rated Bucket Capacity0.8yd³

Breakout Force6204lbf

Operating Weight9462lb

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Bucket***2502lb

Straight Tipping Load - Bucket***5975lb

Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (ISO 14397-1*)***5004lb

Full Turn Static Tipping Load - Bucket (Rigid Tire**)***5115lb

Rack Back - Transport Position51°

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Firm and Level Ground, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (80% FTSTL)***3148lb

Rated Operating Load at Full Turn - Forks (EN 474-3:2006, Rough Terrain, 500 mm [20 in] Load Center) (60% FTSTL)***2361lb

Note (1)*Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification be-tween calculation and testing.

Note (2)**Compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 5.

Note (3)***Manual quick coupler, precleaner hood.

Note (4)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.

Bucket TypeGeneral Purpose

Rated Capacity0.8yd³

Dump Height90in

Maximum Material Density3169lb/yd³

Bucket Width70in

NoteBased on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage.

Bucket TypeLight Material

Rated Capacity1.3yd³

Dump Height85in

Maximum Material Density1989lb/yd³

Bucket Width74in

NoteBased on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn and standard linkage.

Recyclability97%

Standard

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)

Standard

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

Standard

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

Standard

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

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

Optional

For all work tool options, consult your Cat dealer.