Caterpillar 906
Cat’s popular compact wheel loader
The Cat 906 is a compact wheel loader of about 5.5 tonnes, with a hydrostatic drive, Z-bar or parallel linkage options and a high-speed travel option.
+Strengths
- Smooth hydrostatic drive
- Good visibility
- Cat dealer support
−Watch-outs
- Higher price than many rivals
Overview
The Cat 906 sits in the middle of Cat's compact wheel loader range (903–908) and is built largely for European customers. It is used for landscaping, agriculture, construction and municipal work.
Caterpillar 906 specifications
| Operating weight | ≈5,500 kg (12,100 lb) |
|---|---|
| Net power | ≈55 kW (74 hp) |
| Bucket capacity | ≈0.9–1.2 m³ (1.2–1.6 yd³) |
| Drive | Hydrostatic |
Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by Caterpillar. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.
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