Caterpillar

D8H

Farm tractor · 1966–1974 · 270 hp

The Caterpillar D8H is a farm tractor manufactured from 1966 to 1974. It features a Caterpillar D342 engine. The transmission is a direct drive type with 6 forward and reverse.

Engine

EngineCaterpillar D342
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged aftercooled diesel
Displacement1,246 ci (20.4 L)
Bore5.75 in (146 mm)
Stroke8 in (203 mm)
Power Net270 hp (201.3 kW)
Starter Volts24
Starter Typepony motor
Oil Capacity35 qts (33.1 L)
Coolant Capacity124 qts (117.4 L)
ManufacturerCaterpillar

Transmission

Transmission Typedirect drive
Gears6 forward and reverse
Oil Capacity124 qts (117.4 L)
Available Options6-speed direct drive, 3-speed power shift

Dimensions

Length204 in (518 cm)
Height93 in (236 cm)

Weight

Weight49,000 lbs
Shipping50,000 lbs (22,680 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Track Width22 in (55 cm)

Fuel

Capacity134 gal (507.2 L)