Caterpillar
D8K
Farm tractor · 1974–1982 · 300 hp
CaterpillarD8K
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
| Engine | Caterpillar D342 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged aftercooled diesel |
| Displacement | 1,246 ci (20.4 L) |
| Bore | 5.75 in (146 mm) |
| Stroke | 8 in (203 mm) |
| Power Net | 300 hp (223.7 kW) |
| Starter Volts | 24 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 34.8 qts (32.9 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 128 qts (121.1 L) |
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Rated | 1,330 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | direct drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and reverse |
| Oil Capacity | 140 qts (132.5 L) |
| Available Options | 6-speed direct drive, 3-speed power shift |
Hydraulics
| Pump Flow | 78 gpm (295.2 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2,500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| System Capacity | 18.5 gal (70 L) |
Dimensions
| Length | 207 in (525 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 120 in (304 cm) |
| Height Cab | 137 in (347 cm) |
| Height Rops | 134 in (340 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 54,700 lbs |
|---|---|
| Shipping | 54,700 lbs (24,811 kg) |
| Operating | 70,500 lbs (31,978 kg) |
Tires & Tracks
| Track Width | 22 in (55 cm) |
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Fuel
| Capacity | 170 gal (643.5 L) |
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Steering
| Type | four-post |
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Cab
| Cab | available with heat and air-conditioning |
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