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Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application
The Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application is a powerful crawler tractor designed for tough agricultural and construction jobs. This big machine has a Caterpillar 3408 engine with 8 cylinders arranged in a V shape. The engine is turbocharged and aftercooled, giving it extra power. It can produce 400 horsepower, which is above average for tractors in its class. This tractor is very heavy, weighing 80,820 pounds, making it one of the heaviest in its category. It's also quite large, measuring 215 inches long and 136 inches wide. The D8L SA has a power shift transmission with 3 forward and 3 reverse gears, allowing for smooth operation. It uses a load-sensing hydraulic system and has wet disc brakes for reliable stopping power. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a very high displacement of 1099 cubic inches, which means it can handle tough jobs with ease.
ManufacturerCaterpillarPower400 hpEngine8-cylTransPower Shift
Quick specs
- Category
- Crawler
- Engine Power Output
- 400hp
- Operating Weight
- 80,820 lb
- Transmission
- Power Shift
At a glance
How the D8L SA Special Application compares
vs. Crawler medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Crawler tractors
400 hp · 76th
This model
18
Median 200 hp
508
This modelCrawler tractorsMediann = 142
The D8L SA Special Application ranks at the 76th percentile for engine power among recorded crawler tractors.
Overview
About the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application
The Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application is a powerful crawler tractor designed for tough agricultural and construction jobs. This big machine has a Caterpillar 3408 engine with 8 cylinders arranged in a V shape. The engine is turbocharged and aftercooled, giving it extra power. It can produce 400 horsepower, which is above average for tractors in its class. This tractor is very heavy, weighing 80,820 pounds, making it one of the heaviest in its category. It's also quite large, measuring 215 inches long and 136 inches wide. The D8L SA has a power shift transmission with 3 forward and 3 reverse gears, allowing for smooth operation. It uses a load-sensing hydraulic system and has wet disc brakes for reliable stopping power. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a very high displacement of 1099 cubic inches, which means it can handle tough jobs with ease.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | D8L SA Special Application |
| Category | Crawler tractor |
| Type | Crawler |
| Operating weight | 80,820lb |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 3408 |
| Power | 400hp |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 1,099ci |
| Bore | 5.4in |
| Stroke | 6in |
Transmission
| Type | Power Shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 3 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | Crawler |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Wet disc |
Hydraulics
| Type | Load sensing |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 215in |
|---|---|
| Width | 136in |
| Operating weight | 80,820lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 24.5gal |
|---|
Head to head
D8L SA Special Application vs. Crawler median
How the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application compares to other Crawler tractors
| Spec | This model | Crawler median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 400 hp | 200 hp | +100% | 76th |
| Engine Displacement | 1,099 ci | 468 ci | +135% | 97th |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | +33% | 98th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 10 | -70% | 8th |
| Operating Weight | 80,820 lb | 23,320 lb | +247% | 99th |
| Length | 215 in | 146 in | +47% | 79th |
| Width | 136 in | 79.5 in | +71% | 93rd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the crawler tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 142–192 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caterpillar D7G SA Special Application | 250 hp | 40,700 lb | — | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application have?
The Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application produces 400 hp from its 8-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 1,099 ci.
How much does the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application weigh?
The Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application weighs about 80,820 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application?
Transmission on the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application is Power Shift, with 3 forward speeds.
What hydraulics does the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application have?
The Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application uses a Load sensing hydraulic system.
What maintenance does the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application require?
Like any tractor, the Caterpillar D8L SA Special Application needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.