Cat 906 Compact Wheel Loader
Cat® wheel loaders set the standard for productivity, fuel efficiency and operator comfort. The Cat 906 Compact Wheel Loader has a high torque C2.8 engine that works in conjunction with an intelligent hystat power train to deliver exceptional fuel efficiency. “Shift on the go” locking differentials and hydrostatic transmission provide smooth and powerful operation while increasing the efficiency of machine cycles.
Maximum Gross Power | 55.7 kW |
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Engine Model | Cat C2.8* |
Maximum Gross Power - Rated Engine Speed | 2400 r/min |
Rated Net Power - Rated Engine Speed | 2400 r/min |
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) | 75.3 mhp |
Rated Net Power - SAE J1349 | 54.2 kW |
Maximum Engine Speed | 2550 rpm |
Rated Net Power - ISO 9249 | 53.8 kW |
Maximum Gross Torque - SAE J1995 | 300 N·m |
Maximum Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 55.7 kW |
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 | 300 N·m |
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 | 296 N·m |
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 | 295 N·m |
Rated Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249 (metric) | 73.1 mhp |
Bore | 90 mm |
Stroke | 110 mm |
Displacement | 2.8 l |
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 55.4 kW |
Note | *Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. |
Note (1) | Maximum gross and net torque measured at 1,600 rpm. |
Note (2) | Net power ratings are tested at the reference conditions for the specified standard. |
Note (3) | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel. |
Operating Weight | 5730 kg |
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Bucket Capacities | 0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³) |
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Multi-Purpose | 0.75-1.1 m³ (1.0-1.4 yd³) |
Note | All capacities are applicable for each model. Bucket selection must be made with an understanding of the material density and application to ensure machine stability is maintained within the tipping loads stated per model and configuration. |
Note (1) | Bucket capacities stated include BOCE, in line with ISO 7546. |
Bucket Capacities - General Purpose | 0.80-1.35 m³ (1.0-1.7 yd³) |
Bucket Capacities - Light Material | 1.25-1.55 m³ (1.6-2.0 yd³) |
Height: Ground to Cab** | 2468 mm |
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Height: Ground to Beacon** | 2651 mm |
Height: Ground Axle Center** | 480 mm |
Height: Ground Clearance** | 300 mm |
Length: Overall* | 5369 mm |
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper | 1391 mm |
Length: Hitch to Front Axle | 1085 mm |
Length: Wheel Base | 2170 mm |
Clearance: Bucket at 45° * | 2499 mm |
Clearance: Load over Height** | 2900 mm |
Clearance: Level Bucket** | 3038 mm |
Height: Bucket Pin** | 3244 mm |
Height: Overall** | 4115 mm |
Reach: Bucket at 45° * | 725 mm |
Carry Height: Bucket Pin | 311 mm |
Dig Depth** | 77 mm |
Width: Bucket | 1890 mm |
Width: Tread Center | 1420 mm |
Turning Radius: Over Bucket | 4406 mm |
Width: Over Tires | 1840 mm |
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires | 4007 mm |
Turning Radius: Inside of Tires | 2128 mm |
Rack Angle at Full Lift | 56° |
Dump Angle at Full Lift | 45° |
Rack Angle at Carry | 51° |
Departure Angle - Degrees | 30° |
Articulation Angle - Degrees | 39° |
Operating Weight: Bucket ^ | 5730 kg |
Tipping Load - Straight - ISO 14397-1 † | 4427 kg |
Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-1 † | 3701 kg |
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^ | 5552 kg |
Tipping Load - Straight † | 3514 kg |
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 †† | 2364 kg |
Note (1) | *Vary with bucket |
Note (2) | **Vary with tire |
Note (3) | ^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket. |
Note (4) | ^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class II carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center). |
Note (5) | †Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing. |
Note (6) | ††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197. |
Note (7) | #HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V. |
Note (8) | Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9EM 405/70 R18 tires and 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II fork carriage and tines (tire supplier variability can impact dimensions by 2%). |
Note (9) | Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9. |
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler | 1065 mm |
Tipping Load - Full Turn † | 2955 kg |
Main Relief - 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) | 23500 kPa |
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Main Relief - 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) - Standard Flow | 80 l/min |
Main Relief - 1st Auxiliary (3rd slice) - High Flow | 120 l/min |
Main Relief - 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice) | 23500 kPa |
Main Relief - 2nd Auxiliary (4th slice) - Flow | 45 l/min |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lift | 5 s |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump | 1.6 s |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Float Down | 2.8 s |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback | 2.2 s |
Note | *Adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through display. |
Tire Size - Standard | *405/70 R18 SPT9 |
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Tire Size - Optional | 405/70 R18 Powerloads |
Tire Size - Optional (1) | 340/80 R18 XMCL/Bibload |
Tire Size - Optional (2) | 340/80 R18 TRI 2 |
Tire Size - Optional (3) | 40X14-20 TL, SM/TR |
Tire Size - Optional 4 | 340/80 R18 Duraforce |
Note | *This tire has been used for all dimension, stability and performance data. |
Note (1) | Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details. |
Note (2) | In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities. |
Note (3) | Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model. |
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range Creep# | 10 km/h |
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Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 2** - High Speed | 17 km/h |
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 2** - Standard | 19 km/h |
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 3*** | 40 km/h |
Note (1) | *Creep function not available in this gear or above. |
Note (2) | **Max speed dependent on model and configuration (standard vs. high speed transmission). |
Note (3) | ***Reverse is 30 km/h (19 mph). |
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 1* | 10 km/h |
Note | #Factory default shown, can be adjusted to any speed up to 19 km/h (12 mph). |
Height: Ground to Beacon** | 2651 mm |
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Height: Ground Axle Center** | 480 mm |
Length: Rear Axle to Bumper | 1391 mm |
Length: Hitch to Front Axle | 1085 mm |
Clearance: Load over Height** | 2900 mm |
Height: Overall** | 4205 mm |
Carry Height: Bucket Pin | 335 mm |
Turning Radius: Outside of Tires | 4007 mm |
Rack Angle at Full Lift | 50° |
Rack Angle at Carry | 46° |
Departure Angle - Degrees | 30° |
Articulation Angle - Degrees | 39° |
Operating Weight: Bucket ^ | 5835 kg |
Tipping Load – Straight – ISO 14397-1 † | 3907 kg |
Tipping Load – Full Turn – ISO 14397-1 † | 3248 kg |
Operating Weight: Carriage and Tines ^^ | 5640 kg |
Tipping Load - Straight † | 3338 kg |
80% of Tip: Firm and Level EN474-3 †† | 2254 kg |
Note (1) | *Vary with bucket |
Note (2) | **Vary with tire |
Note (3) | ^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket. |
Note (4) | ^^Horizontal Pin Lock Coupler (HPL-V) or Vertical Pin Coupler (SSL), class II carriage, 1220 mm (4 ft) tines (500 mm [20 in] load center). |
Note (5) | †Full compliance to ISO 14397-1 (2007) Sections 1 thru 6 (fork 500 mm [20 in] load center), which requires 2% verification between calculation and testing. |
Note (6) | ††Full compliance to EN474-3 and SAE J1197. |
Note (7) | #HPL-A weight, tipping and rated loads are within 1% of the HPL-V. |
Note (8) | Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with standard cab, heater, 20 km/h (12 mph), standard guarding, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fluids, SPT9EM 405/70 R18 tires and 0.95 m3 (1.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge or a class II fork carriage and tines (tire supplier variability can impact dimensions by 2%). |
Note (9) | Note: Goodyear POWERLOAD® tires can add up to approximately 140 kg (305 lb) to the full turn tip load and reduce vertical height by approximately 25 mm (1 in) compared to SPT9. |
Height - Ground to Cab | 2468 mm |
Height - Ground Clearance | 300 mm |
Length - Wheel Base | 2170 mm |
Length - Overall with Bucket | 5527 mm |
Reach - Bucket at 45° | 822 mm |
Dig Depth | 85 mm |
Clearance - Bucket at 45° | 2385 mm |
Clearance - Level Bucket | 3030 mm |
Height - Bucket Pin | 3244 mm |
Turning Radius - Over Bucket | 4481 mm |
Turning Radius - Inside Tire | 2128 mm |
Width - Bucket | 1890 mm |
Width - Tread Center | 1420 mm |
Width - Over Tires | 1840 mm |
Dump Angle at Full Lift | 45° |
Length: Front Axle to Front of Coupler | 1316 mm |
Tipping Load - Full Turn † | 6212 lb |
Note | Oscillation of ±11 degrees via hitch between front and rear frames. |
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Front | Fixed Locking Differential (standard) |
Rear | Fixed Locking Differential (standard) |
Steering Cycle Times – (full left to full right) – at High Idle | 3 s |
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Maximum Flow - Steering Pump | 46.7 l/min |
Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump | 23000 kPa |
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left | 3.25 turns or 4.00 turns |
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction | 39 ° |
Fuel Tank | 70 l |
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Cooling System | 12 l |
Transmission | 2.4 l |
Note | No Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fluid needed on this size engine. |
Axles - Front Center Differential | 8.8 l |
Axles - Rear Center Differential | 8.8 l |
Engine Crankcase | 8.8 l |
Hydraulic System - Including Tank | 67.5 l |
Hydraulic Tank | 44.6 l |
ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
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FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level II |
Note (1) | Canopy and cab, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are available worldwide. Canopy not available in EU. |
Note (2) | The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008*, when properly installed and maintained, is 71 dB(A). |
Note (3) | *Measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed. |
Note (4) | The labelled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC is 101 dB(A). 99 dB(A) Low Sound – Option available. |
Recyclability | 93% |
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