918M Compact Wheel Loader
918M Compact Wheel Loader
Introducing the all new Cat 918M Compact Wheel Loader. This new model to the compact loader family features the Optimized Z-bar Loader Linkgage to handle loads with precise control, all around visibility from the comfort of the heated, air suspension seat inside the cab, as well as the standard fuel savings Eco Mode. The intuitive controls and compact size of this machine make it quick and easy to operate in tight spaces. Indispensible to any jobsite, the 918M is a powerful fuel efficient machine giving you the best value in its size class.
M Series Compact Wheel Loaders at Work
Introducing the All New 115 hp Cat® 918M Wheel Loader
Cat® Compact and Small Wheel Loaders in Action
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Product Specs
Buckets
- Bucket Capacities - General Purpose
- 1.3-1.9 m³ (1.7-2.5 yd³)
- Bucket Capacities
- 1.3-1.9 m³ (1.7-2.5 yd³)
Engine
- Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396
- 115HP
- Maximum Gross Power - SAE J1995
- 117HP
- Rated Net Power - SAE J1349
- 112HP
- Rated Net Power - ISO 9249
- 113HP
- Maximum Gross Torque - SAE J1995
- 372ft·lbf
- Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249
- 365ft·lbf
- Maximum Gross Power - DIN ISO 14396
- 117HP
- Net Power
- 113HP
- Engine Model
- Cat C4.4 ACERT™
- Maximum Gross Power - Maximum Engine Speed
- 2350r/min
- Rated Net Power - Rated Engine Speed
- 2200r/min
- Maximum Gross Power
- 115HP
- Bore
- 4.13in
- Stroke
- 5in
- Displacement
- 268in³
- Emissions
- Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards.
- Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396
- 369ft·lbf
- Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349
- 361ft·lbf
- Note
- Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel plus front drive implement pump when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
- Rated Net Power - DIN ISO 14396
- 114HP
Steering
- Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction
- 40°
- Maximum Flow - Steering Pump
- 21.7gal/min
- Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - At 2,350 rpm: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed
- 2.3s
- Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left
- 3.4turns
- Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump
- 3190psi
Loader Hydraulic System
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function, Maximum Flow, High
- 40gal/min
- Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder
- 4641psi
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift
- 4.8s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Reach
- 1.8s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback
- 2.2s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level
- 2.7s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time
- 11.5s
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump
- 43.6gal/min
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function, Maximum Flow, Standard
- 25gal/min
- Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4rd Function, Maximum Flow
- 25gal/min
- Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump
- 4061psi
- Note
- All cycle times listed are with cylinder snubbing turned off.
- Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 3rd Function Relief Pressure
- 4641psi
- Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 4th Function Relief Pressure
- 4641psi
Service Refill Capacities
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
- 5gal (US)
- Note
- DEF used in Cat Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1.
- Cooling System
- 5.7gal (US)
- Engine Crankcase
- 2.3gal (US)
- Fuel Tank
- 40.7gal (US)
- Hydraulic System - Including Tank
- 25.9gal (US)
- Transmission
- 0.9gal (US)
- Axles - Front
- 4.5gal (US)
- Axles - Rear
- 4.5gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 14.5gal (US)
Transmission
- Forward and Reverse - Low Range, Speed Range 1*
- 6.3mile/h
- Forward and Reverse - High Range
- 25mile/h
- Note
- *Creeper Control allows speed control from a stand still up to 10 km/h (6.3 mph). The Creeper Control will only work in Range 1.
- Forward and Reverse - Low Range, Speed Range 2
- 12.5mile/h
Tires
- Standard Size
- 17.5 R25 XTLA L2
- Other Choices Include:
- 17.5-25 12PR L2; 17.5-R25 XHA L3; 17.5-R25 L2/L3, 3PC Rim; 17.5-25 16PR L3, 3PC Rim; 17.5-25 GY L2/L3; 17.5-25 12PR L2, SNOW; 20.5 R25 L2 Snow, 3PC Rim; 20.5 R25 XHA-2 L3, 3PC Rim; 20.5-25 12PR; Solid Tires
- 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.
Cab
- Note (3)
- 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 103 dB(A).
- Note (4)
- *The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed.
- ROPS
- SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471-1994
- FOPS
- SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98, Level II, ISO 3449:2005 Level II
- Note (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note (2)
- The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008*, when properly installed and maintained, is 77 dB(A).
Axles
- Front
- Fixed; Locking differential (standard)
- Rear
- Oscillating ±11 degrees; Locking differential (standard)
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 21082lb
Operating Specifications
- Rated Bucket Capacity
- 2.5yd³
Tire Option - 17.5-25 L2 SGL
- Note
- This chart represents the change with tire option as compared to standard XTLA tire.
- Operating Weight
- –92 kg (–203 lb)
- Reach: Bucket at 45°
- –7 mm (–0.3 in)
- Tipping Load - Full Turn
- –49 kg (–108 lb)
- Tipping Load - Straight
- –57 kg (–126 lb)
- Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
- +7 mm (+0.3 in)
- Vertical Heights
- –5 mm (–0.2 in)
- Width: Over Tires
- +13 mm (+0.5 in)
Tire Option - 17.5X25 SOLID
- Note
- This chart represents the change with tire option as compared to standard XTLA tire.
- Operating Weight
- +1576 kg (+3,474 lb)
- Reach: Bucket at 45°
- –9 mm (–0.4 in)
- Tipping Load - Full Turn
- +827 kg (+1,823 lb)
- Tipping Load - Straight
- +957 kg (+2,110 lb)
- Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
- –11 mm (–0.4 in)
- Vertical Heights
- +37 mm (+1.5 in)
- Width: Over Tires
- –25 mm (–1 in)
Tire Option - 20.5 R25 XHA2
- Note
- This chart represents the change with tire option as compared to standard XTLA tire.
- Operating Weight
- +516 kg (+1,138 lb)
- Reach: Bucket at 45°
- –75 mm (–3 in)
- Tipping Load - Full Turn
- +317 kg (+699 lb)
- Tipping Load - Straight
- +366 kg (+807 lb)
- Turning Radius: Outside of Tires
- +18 mm (+1 in)
- Vertical Heights
- +50 mm (+2 in)
- Width: Over Tires
- +87 mm (+4 in)
