902

Compact
Wheel Loader

Cat® 3024 Naturally Aspirated Diesel Engine

Flywheel Power 34 kW/45 hp
Operating Weight 4360 kg
Bucket Capacity 0.6 m3
Fork Capacity (DIN 24094) 1625 kg
902 Compact Wheel Loader
Designed, built and backed by Caterpillar to deliver exceptional performance
and versatility, ease of operation, serviceability and customer support.

Performance and Versatility Ease of Operation Serviceability

The robust, integrated design of the
VersaLink loader linkage and QuickLock
hydraulic coupler provide outstanding
forward viewing to the work tool and
work area. Virtual reality technology
was used to test the operator’s line of
sight to the work tool and surrounding
area. Large, durable Caterpillar
cylinders provide excellent breakout
and lift force. Superb parallel lift
capability give the 902 precise control
for handling pallets. Smooth operating
Caterpillar hystat power train allows the
machine to move quickly for greater
productivity. pg. 4-5
Operator comfort and easy operation are
designed into every aspect of the cab.
The operator can easily see the work
being done. Combined with the VersaLink
loader linkage and contoured hood, the
902 has unmatched viewing to the
ground. Ergonomically designed
joystick and low effort pilot hydraulics
reduce fatigue and increase comfort.
Three cab versions are available:
Standard, Comfort and Deluxe. pg. 4
The 902 is designed for quick and easy
serviceability. Tilt-up engine enclosure
and side service doors give exceptional
access to major components. Hinged
hydraulic oil cooler provides easy
access for cleaning. Vertically mounted,
Caterpillar spin-on filters are easy to
reach for fast maintenance. The durable
Cat 3024 diesel engine has a 250-hour
oil service interval, reducing
maintenance time and costs. S•O•S oil
analysis ports for engine oil and
hydraulic fluid, as well as ten hydraulic
test ports are standard. Eco-drain valves
are also available. pg. 5

Built for tough work

The 902 Compact Wheel Loader is built to
the same high standards as larger Caterpillar®
wheel loaders. This machine delivers Cat
reliability, durability and efficient operation,
even in the toughest working conditions.

Low sound emission package

available.

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Customer Support
Caterpillar dealers offer unmatched
customer support, with excellent
warranty programs and fast parts
availability, resulting in maximum
uptime and minimum repair costs.
Equipment maintenance services help
optimize machine performance and
reliability. Services include:
■ Customer Support Agreements
■ S•O•S oil analysis
■ Maintenance contracts
■ Scheduled technical inspections
Equipment management services help
optimize your profits. Services include:
■ Machine and work tool selection
■ Rental and leasing
■ Purchasing and financing
■ Owning and operating cost
management
■ Extended warranties
Work Tools
Caterpillar buckets, forks and hydraulically powered tools,
matched to fit the 902 Compact Wheel Loader.
Work Tools
Caterpillar designed work tools extend
the versatility of the 902 Compact
Wheel Loader. Built for performance
and durability, the full range of compact
wheel loader work tools deliver high
productivity, long service life and
excellent value.
■ General Purpose Bucket
■ Multi Purpose Bucket
■ Light Material Bucket
■ Stone Sieve Bucket
■ High Dump Bucket
■ Pallet Forks
■ Angle Broom
■ Pickup Sweeper
QuickLock Hydraulic Coupler
The operator can make fast, easy work
tool changes from inside the cab. Solid
connections are assured every time with
the QuickLock hydraulic coupler.
■ Opposing wedge design
■ Constant hydraulic pressure
compensates for wear
■ Check valves maintain tight
engagement
■ Rugged design has large contact area
to absorb loads and minimize stress
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Operator Station
Comfortable, world class cab offers unmatched ease of operation.

Excellent viewing in all directions is

made possible with large floor length
windows, a compact dash, a contoured
hood and the narrow VersaLink loader
linkage.
Low effort pilot hydraulics and an
ergonomically designed joystick with
adjustable wrist rest minimize fatigue
and maximize comfort for the operator.
A molded-in Forward/Neutral/Reverse
switch is intuitive to use.
Spacious cab has plenty of storage area
and is equipped with many convenience
features:
■ Fully adjustable suspension seat

■ Suspended pedals and flat floor

■ Ground level door releases

■ Three-speed fan with eleven vents

■ Front and rear wet wipers

■ Cup holder and coat hook

■ Auxiliary power sockets

■ Lockable tool box

Easy to read dash has long life LED

display and sealed switches for years of
dependable service. Dash includes fuel
level and hydraulic oil temperature gauges
for convenience.

Power Train
Caterpillar hystat power train delivers aggressive performance and easy operation.

Two-speed closed-loop hydrostatic
transmission delivers smooth transition
from full rimpull to runout. Precise
inching control and smooth acceleration
minimize operator fatigue.
Limited slip front differential provides
excellent traction in a wide variety of
working conditions. An optional limited
slip rear differential allows the machine
to stay productive in the worst
underfoot conditions.
Rear axle oscillates 11 degrees,
giving the machine superior control,
stability and traction for all operations,
especially grading work.
Unique brake reservoir is self-
replenishing for maintenance free service.

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Patented VersaLink Loader Linkage and QuickLock Hydraulic Coupler
Robust design for superior visibility, performance and versatility.

Narrow design of the VersaLink loader linkage provides

excellent viewing to each side of the QuickLock coupler and
work tool. Operators can easily see loading and dump targets.
Parallel lift capability allows precise pallet handling,
eliminating the need to adjust level while raising the forks.
Operators can concentrate on load placement rather than
load leveling.
Long reach lets the operator place loads more easily,
while protecting the tires and front frame.
Optimized linkage design and powerful hydraulics result in
excellent breakout force for buckets and high lift force with
forks. Fast controllable hydraulics provide short cycle times.
Large contact area of the QuickLock hydraulic coupler
absorbs impact loads. Wedges with check valves keep work
tools secure and tight.

Serviceability
Quick access and superior design make the 902 Compact Wheel Loader
easy to service.
Ground level access is unmatched due to the high opening
tilt-up engine enclosure and side service doors. All major
components and service points can be easily accessed from
the ground.
■ Vertically mounted, spin-on hydraulic oil filter, fuel filter,

fuel/water separator and engine oil filter

■ Heavy duty braided wiring harness protects

electrical system
■ Radiator fin design is less susceptible to plugging

■ Hinged hydraulic oil cooler for easy cleaning

■ Hydraulic oil sight gauge and vented hydraulic system

■ Air cleaner service indicator is easy to use and reliable

S•O•S valves are standard for easy oil sampling to help protect
the engine and power train.
Caterpillar extended life coolant is standard, offering lower
service intervals and reduced maintenance costs.
Centralized lube points for major components.
2000-hour hydraulic oil service interval under most
working conditions.

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Engine Cab Power Train, Axles
Caterpillar 3024 naturally aspirated, Caterpillar cab, Rollover Protective and Brakes
watercooled, four-stroke cycle, Structure (ROPS) and Falling Objects Closed-loop, two-speed hydrostatic single-
four-cylinder diesel. Protective Structure (FOPS). path transmission. Variable displacement
pump and variable displacement motor,
Ratings at 2600 rpm kW hp ■ Cab meets EEC limits for operator driving frame-mounted, fixed gear box.
Gross power 36 48 sound exposure in effect at the time
of manufacture with doors and Maximum travel speeds
The following ratings apply at 2600 rpm windows closed
when tested under the specific standard with 12.5-18 tires:
■ Operator sound pressure level is
conditions for the specified standard: Forward/Reverse km/h
below 75 dB(A) when measured per
ISO 6396 or 95/27/EC (dynamic) Low 7
Net power kW hp
High 20
ISO 9249 34 45 ROPS meets the following criteria:
EEC 80/1269 34 45 ■ ISO 3471-1:1986 ■ Fixed front axle with limited slip
differential and planetary gear
Dimensions FOPS meets the following criteria: reduction final drives
■ ISO 3449:1992
Bore 84 mm ■ Service and parking brake are
Stroke 100 mm combined in a single, dry-disc
Displacement 2.22 liters driveline brake
■ Brake meets ISO 3450:1996
The Caterpillar 3024 engine meets
current and known proposed emission
regulations (97/68/EC).

Operating Specifications Hydraulic System

Fixed displacement, combined
implement/steering pump.
Operating weight (ISO 6016:1982)* 4360 kg
Rated bucket capacity (ISO 7546:1983) 0.6 m3
Output at 2600 rpm and 7000 kPa
Hydraulic lift capacity, maximum 34.8 kN with SAE 10W oil at 66°C 47 l/min
Breakout force, bucket 36.5 kN 3rd valve flow 47 l/min
Rated operating load at full turn, bucket (ISO 5998:1986)* 1275 kg Main relief 23 500 kPa
Straight tipping load, bucket (ISO 8313:1989)* 3000 kg
Hydraulic cycle time
Full turn static tipping load, bucket (DIN 24094)* 2600 kg
Lift 4.5 sec
Rackback, transport position 50˚
Dump 1.5 sec
Rated operating load at full turn, forks
(EN 474-3/DIN 24094, firm and level ground, 1.25 stability)* 1625 kg Lower, float (engine at high idle,
rated load in bucket) 3.2 sec
Tipping load at full turn, forks (transport 100 mm above ground)* 2000 kg
* Operating weight and static tipping loads shown include lubricants,
full fuel tank, ROPS cab, 75 kg operator and 12.5-18 tires.

Maximum Material Densities Service Refill Capacities

Based on ISO 7546:1983 and rated operating loads at full turn.
Liters
Maximum
Rated capacity Dump height material density Bucket width
Cooling system 14
General Purpose 0.6 m3 2340 mm 2100 kg/m3 1770 mm Fuel tank 74
Multi Purpose 0.6 m3 2340 mm 1900 kg/m3 1770 mm Hydraulic system 66
Light Material 1.0 m3 2205 mm 1230 kg/m3 1870 mm Engine oil 8
High Dump 0.6 m3 3300 mm 2000 kg/m3 1770 mm
Stone Sieve 0.6 m3 2340 mm 2050 kg/m3 1770 mm

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Dimensions
(approximate) 490 mm

43o

720 mm 3025 mm
2890 mm
2820 mm
902 902
2650 mm
2340 mm
1400 mm
25 mm
34o

2000 mm 650 mm
385 mm 50 mm
4915 mm 1170 mm
5500 mm

3815 mm Dimensions shown are based on standard machine equipped

1770 mm with 12.5-18 bias tires and either the 0.6 m3 general purpose bucket
1660 mm 1350 mm or the 0.6 m3 multi-purpose bucket. Vertical dimensions increase
by the following with the respective optional tires:
335/80R18 SPT9 radial = 3 mm
335/80R18 XM27 radial = 8 mm

1755 mm 86o

43o

Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Standard equipment may vary.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer for specifics.
Air cleaner, radial seal, with indicator
Alternator, 55-amp
Antifreeze, extended life (-35°C)
Battery, 12-volt, 750 CCA
Bucket level indicator
Cab, ROPS, sound suppressed and
pressurized with:
– digital service hour meter
– gauges, fuel level and hydraulic
oil temperature
– ground level door releases
– heater/defroster with 11 vents
– lockable tool box
– power sockets, auxiliary
Alternator, 90-amp
Antifreeze, -50°C
– radio antenna Battery, 12-volt, 900 CCA
– right armrest Biodegradable hydraulic oil
– seat belt, retractable Cab, Comfort, including:
– warning indicators, seven total – fabric suspension seat
– wet wiper, front and rear – sliding window, left hand side
– wiring for radio and rotary – tilt steering wheel and turning ball
beacon Cab, Deluxe, including:
Engine hood and side doors, lockable – Comfort cab options
Front limited slip differential – sliding window, right hand side
Hitch, drawbar – electric rear window defroster
Hydraulic oil level sight gauge – left armrest
QuickLock Hydraulic Coupler Canopy, ROPS, Standard
Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S) Canopy, ROPS Deluxe
valves Counterweight, 110 kg
EC conversion arrangement
Eco-drain valves, fuel and hydraulic
Engine block heater, electric
Hydraulic third valve lines
Rear limited slip differential
Sound suppression, Blue Angel
TUV conversion arrangement
Worklights, two front, two rear

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902 Compact Wheel Loader

Compact Wheel Loader Family

902 906 908
Engine Cat 3024 Cat 3034 Cat 3054 T
Flywheel power 34 kW/45 hp 45 kW/60 hp 60 kW/80 hp
Operating weight 4360 kg 5110 kg 6000 kg
Rated bucket capacity 0.6 m3 0.8 m3 1.0 m3

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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