1970 CAT D8H Crawler Dozer

For Sale by Auction in
East Bloomfield, New York, US

Fleet # – Year – 1970Make – CATModel – D8HBody Style – Crawler DozerSerial Number – …..Odometer Numbers – Hours – 2311Engine Make/Model – turbocharged diesel engineCyl – 6 or 7?Fuel Type – DieselTransmission Name – Power-shift 3 Speeds Forward/ReverseTransmission Type – HydrostaticSingle Axle/Dual Axle – Dual TracksTire Size/Type – 25-1/2″ wide steel tracksTire Condition – FairPlow Size – Blade is approx. 149″ wideDump Box Size –   Drivetrain – GVWR – Base weight estimated at 47,000lbs.  Does the unit operate? – YesDoes the vehicle start? – YesAre keys available? – YesOwnership Information – Bill of Sale…

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Location
East Bloomfield, New York, United States (US)

Item description:

Fleet # – 
Year – 1970
Make – CAT
Model – D8H
Body Style – Crawler Dozer
Serial Number – …..
Odometer Numbers – 
Hours – 2311
Engine Make/Model – turbocharged diesel engine
Cyl – 6 or 7?
Fuel Type – Diesel
Transmission Name – Power-shift 3 Speeds Forward/Reverse
Transmission Type – Hydrostatic
Single Axle/Dual Axle – Dual Tracks
Tire Size/Type – 25-1/2″ wide steel tracks
Tire Condition – Fair
Plow Size – Blade is approx. 149″ wide
Dump Box Size –   
Drivetrain – 
GVWR – Base weight estimated at 47,000lbs. 

Does the unit operate? – Yes
Does the vehicle start? – Yes
Are keys available? – Yes
Ownership Information – Bill of Sale Only (No Title)
Mechanical Condition – Fair
Mechanical Notes – It starts runs and drives. However, the rear right final drive is starting to weep oil but is operational, tracks are in fair to good shape
Body Condition – Fair
Body Notes – It is solid with average wear, view images
Interior Condition – Fair
Misc Info – It comes with two manuals as shown in the photos

 

The following general information is web-sourced and may contain variances from the subject unit:

The 1970 Caterpillar D8H Crawler Dozer is an iconic 47,000+ pound heavy-duty earthmoving machine powered by a 270-to-280 horsepower turbocharged diesel engine, serving as a legendary and rugged workhorse for major construction, mining, and land-clearing projects worldwide. 
Core Specifications
  • Engine: D342 turbocharged diesel engine (7-cylinder configuration in many variants of this era), bumped to 280 HP around 1970 for the 46A/48A series.
  • Operating Weight: Roughly 47,000 to 50,000+ pounds depending on attachments like blades, winches, or rippers.
  • Transmission: Reliable Cat power-shift transmission for smooth on-the-go gear changes under heavy loads.
  • Steering/Control: Steering clutches and brakes controlled via hand levers and foot pedals. 
Design & Legacy
  • The “H” Series Impact: Introduced originally in 1958, the D8H revolutionized heavy grading and pushing power, setting global industry standards for reliability. 
  • Undercarriage: Built with a heavy-duty track-type frame designed to absorb severe shock loads in rocky or uneven terrain.
  • Attachments: Frequently paired with a large semi-U or straight tilting blade and often retrofitted with rear multi-shank rippers or winches (such as the Hyster winch). 

Terms of Sale:
All sales are final. No refunds will be issued. This item is being sold as is, where is, with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected this item and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this item at the buyer request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the item. Seller is NOT responsible for providing tools or heavy equipment to aid in removal. Items left on seller premises after this removal deadline will revert back to possession of the seller, with no refund.