CATERPILLAR 914G WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 914G is a compact wheel loader designed for versatility and efficiency in material handling tasks. It features a 3054 turbocharged diesel engine with a displacement of 268.6 cubic inches (4.4 L), delivering a net power of 96 hp (72 kW) at 2300 rpm. The loader offers a breakout force of 14,007 lbs (6,354 kg), ensuring strong material penetration and handling capability. Its bucket capacity is 1.7 cubic yards (heaped) and 1.4 cubic yards (struck), with a bucket width of approximately 7.9 feet (2.0 meters). Operational dimensions include a ground clearance of 1.5 feet (0.45 m), height to top of cab of 10.2 feet (3.1 m), and a length with the bucket on the ground of 20.5 feet (6.24 m). The hinge pin reaches a maximum height of 11.3 feet (3.44 m), with a reach of 3.2 feet (1.0 m) at max lift and dump. The wheelbase measures 8.5 feet (2.6 m), with an overall width over tires of 8 feet (2.44 m). The hydrostatic transmission provides two forward and two reverse gears, with a maximum speed of 21.7 mph (34 kph). Hydraulic system features a fixed displacement pump with a flow capacity of 23.8 gallons per minute (87 l/min) and a relief valve setting of 3,560 psi; cycle times include 5.6 seconds to raise, 2.1 seconds to dump, and 3.2 seconds to lower the bucket. Fuel capacity is 39.6 gallons (148 liters), and the operating weight is approximately 16,262 lbs (7,376 kg). Tires are standard 17.5-R25 radials (L-2/L3 equivalent), and the rear axle oscillation is 22 degrees, enhancing maneuverability and jobsite adaptability.