Caterpillar D7C Specs & Features

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Caterpillar D7C Technical Specifications

Caterpillar D7C is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1955 – 1958.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Caterpillar D7C covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Caterpillar D7C Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Caterpillar
Type:	Agricultural Crawler tractor
Factory:	Peoria, Illinois, USA

Caterpillar D7C Power

Engine:
Engine:	128 hp 95.4 kW
Drawbar (claimed):	102 hp 76.1 kW
Drawbar (tested):	103.65 hp 77.3 kW
Belt (tested):	121.70 hp 90.8 kW

Caterpillar D7C Mechanical

Chassis:

crawler

Steering:

manual clutches

Brakes:

contracting band

Cab:

Open operator station. Cab optional with heater.

Transmission:

5-speed gear

Caterpillar D7C Engine detail

Engine Detail
Caterpillar D339
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	831 ci 13.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	5.75×8.00 inches 146 x 203 mm
Power:	128 hp 95.4 kW
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Rated RPM:	1200
Starter:	gasoline pony engine
Starter volts:	6
Oil capacity:	22 qts 20.8 L
Coolant capacity:	68 qts 64.4 L

Caterpillar D7C Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	5 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	metallic wet disc
Oil capacity:	43 qts 40.7 L

Caterpillar D7C Dimensions

Length:	167.6 inches 425 cm
Width:	97 inches 246 cm
Height (hood):	81.25 inches 206 cm
Shipping weight:	25970 lbs 11779 kg
Operating weight:	26930 lbs 12215 kg
Ground clearance:	15.5 inches 39 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	17.25 inches 43 cm
Gauge:	74 inches 187 cm

Caterpillar D7C Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 582

Nebraska Tractor Test 582
Diesel 5-speed crawler July 23 – August 6, 1956 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 582 file
Belt power (max):	121.70 hp 90.8 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	9.7 gal/hour 36.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	103.65 hp 77.3 kW
Gear 2 used for power test.
Max pull:	26,286 lbs 11923 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Caterpillar D7C a good tractor?

The Caterpillar D7C is one of the great tractors in the Caterpillar stable, and it has earned Caterpillar a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Caterpillar D7C take?

Check out the Caterpillar D7C oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Caterpillar made the D7C?

The Caterpillar D7C was an agricultural tractor model made from 1955 – 1958