Caterpillar

D8K

Farm tractor · 1974–1982 · 300 hp

The Caterpillar D8K is a farm tractor manufactured from 1974 to 1982. It features a Caterpillar D342 engine, and four-post steering. 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 Net300 hp (223.7 kW)
Starter Volts24
Starter Typeelectric
Oil Capacity34.8 qts (32.9 L)
Coolant Capacity128 qts (121.1 L)
ManufacturerCaterpillar
Rated1,330 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typedirect drive
Gears6 forward and reverse
Oil Capacity140 qts (132.5 L)
Available Options6-speed direct drive, 3-speed power shift

Hydraulics

Pump Flow78 gpm (295.2 lpm)
Pressure2,500 psi (172.4 bar)
System Capacity18.5 gal (70 L)

Dimensions

Length207 in (525 cm)
Width120 in (304 cm)
Height Cab137 in (347 cm)
Height Rops134 in (340 cm)

Weight

Weight54,700 lbs
Shipping54,700 lbs (24,811 kg)
Operating70,500 lbs (31,978 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Track Width22 in (55 cm)

Fuel

Capacity170 gal (643.5 L)

Steering

Typefour-post

Cab

Cabavailable with heat and air-conditioning