The Cat 924H Wheel Loader leads the industry in operator comfort, performance and versatility. Size, power, performance and work tool interchangeability make this machine ideal for a wide range of jobs. Fast cycle times help you move more material. Large spacious cab with joystick control keeps you comfortable throughout the work day, allowing you to get more done. Loader design delivers strength and durability with superior control and unmatched versatility. Discover how much more you can get done with the 924H.
Engine
Net Power |
96 kW |
Model |
Cat® C6.6 |
SAE J1349 |
96 kW |
ISO 9249 (1997) |
97 kW |
EEC 80/1269 |
97 kW |
Max. Net Power @ 1800 rpm |
103 kW |
SAE J1349 |
103 kW |
ISO 9249 (1997) |
104 kW |
EEC 80/1269 |
104 kW |
Bore |
105 mm |
Stroke |
127 mm |
Displacement |
6.6 L |
Net Torque |
658 N·m |
Peak Torque |
673 N·m |
Weights
Operating Weight |
11632 kg |
Buckets
Bucket Capacities |
1.7 m3 - 2.8 m3 2.2 yd3 - 3.6 yd3 |
Dimensions
Wheelbase |
2800 mm |
Width over tires |
2492 mm |
Height to Top of ROPS/FOPS |
3227 mm |
Height to Top of Exhaust Stack |
3211 mm |
Height to Top of Hood |
2219 mm |
Height to Center of Axle |
692 mm |
Ground Clearance |
436 mm |
Overall Length |
7147 mm |
Length - Rear Axle to Bumper |
1962 mm |
Center Line of Front Axle-Hitch |
1400 mm |
Dump Clearance-Max Lift-45° |
2828 mm |
Bucket Clearance-Max Lift/Carry |
3556 mm |
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift |
3881 mm |
Overall Height - Bucket Raised |
5178 mm |
Reach at Max Lift and 45° Dump |
992 mm |
Rack Back Angle at Max Lift |
51 Degrees |
Dump Angle at Max Lift |
45 Degrees |
Rack Back Angle-Ground |
50 Degrees |
Rack Back Angle at Carry |
58 Degrees |
Carry Height |
435 mm |
Digging Depth |
64 mm |
Operating Specifications
Static Tipping Load (Full Turn) |
7276 kg |
Reach - full lift/45 degree dump angle |
992 mm |
Dump clearance - Full lift/45 degree dump angle |
2828 mm |
Articulation Angle |
40 Degrees |
Loader Hydraulic System
Output at 2300 engine rpm and 6900 kPa (1000 psi) with SAE 10W oil at 65°C (150°F) |
152 L/min |
Hydraulic Cycle Time |
8.9 Seconds |
Pump flow - Implement pump |
152 L/min |
Maximum working pressure |
25900 kPa |
Hydraulic cycle time: |
8.9 Seconds |
Raise |
5.1 Seconds |
Dump |
1.4 Seconds |
Lower, empty, float down |
2.4 Seconds |
Total |
8.9 Seconds |
Bore |
101.6 mm |
Stroke |
810 mm |
Bore |
133.4 mm |
Stroke |
945 mm |
Tires
Size |
20.5 R25 Radial (L-3) |
Tread Width |
1880 mm |
Steering
Steering Articulation |
40 Degrees |
Minimum turning radius (over tire) |
5070 mm |
Steering angle, each direction |
40 Degrees |
Steering cylinders, two, bore |
70 mm |
Hydraulic output at 2300 engine rpm and 6900 kPa (1000 psi) |
106 L/min |
Maximum working pressure |
20685 kPa |
Transmission
Standard transmission max travel speeds: |
38.5 km/h |
Forward 1 |
6.7 km/h |
2 |
12.2 km/h |
3 |
21.8 km/h |
4 |
38.5 km/h |
Reverse 1 |
6.7 km/h |
2 |
12.2 km/h |
3 |
21.8 km/h |
Forward 1 |
3.7 km/h |
Optional low speed transmission max travel speeds: |
39 km/h |
2 |
7.5 km/h |
3 |
19.6 km/h |
4 |
39 km/h |
Reverse 1 |
4.1 km/h |
2 |
8.1 km/h |
3 |
21.2 km/h |
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel tank |
225 L |
Cooling system |
40 L |
Crankcase |
15 L |
Transmission |
23 L |
Front |
21 L |
Rear |
21 L |
Hydraulic system (including tank) |
148 L |
Hydraulic tank |
70 L |
Cab
ROPS |
SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471-1994 |
FOPS |
SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II, ISO 3449 1992 Level II |
VersaLink™ Loader Linkage

Loader design delivers unmatched versatility.
Linkage Design
The Cat exclusive VersaLink design provides toolcarrier controllability, versatility and parallel lift with the strength, durability and speed of Z-Bar linkage. The 924H can be configured in several ways:
- Equipped with a Quick Coupler for quick and easy work tool changes providing optimum utility and versatility.
- Equipped with the High Lift VersaLink loader linkage option for special applications that require more reach and lift height.
Loader Performance
The VersaLink Loader linkage is designed for exceptional loader performance in a wide range of applications, offering:
- Simultaneous tilt, lift and auxiliary hydraulics function for precise control of the work tool.
- Increased breakout force to shorten cycle times and increase bucket fill factors.
- Higher dump clearance for working in "high target" situations that ordinary loaders cannot.
- More dig depth for better excavation performance, even when equipped with larger tires.
- Greater dozing angle for improved control of material when fine grading.
Parallel Lift
Parallel lift simplifies working with palletized or stacked material. Operators can concentrate on material placement while the load automatically remains parallel throughout the lift range. And, like an integrated toolcarrier, the 924H can easily manipulate loads at all heights.
High Lift Version
Special applications call for special equipment. The optional High Lift VersaLink loader linkage provides an additional clearance of 483 mm (19 in) and is ideal for jobs that require high lift of lighter materials. The high lift VersaLink is available in both pin-on and quick coupler versions.
Power Train

Delivers maximum rimpull to the ground and full power to loader hydraulics.
Cat Engine
The Cat C6.6 engine provides cleaner, quieter operation while delivering superior performance and durability. The 96 kW (128 hp) rated net power engine meets all worldwide emissions standards and features: flatter power curve for outstanding response in the working RPM range (1,900 to 2,300), noise reduction technologies for up to 5dB reduction, and patented ACERT™ Technology combined with common rail fuel system, smart waste gate turbocharger and crossflow head design for reduced emissions.
Cat Axles
Heavy-duty axles feature hardened gears and bearings for durable performance. Rear axle oscillates up to 12 degrees to help assure four-wheel ground contact for optimum traction and stability. Optional front and rear Limited Slip Differentials enable outstanding traction in poor underfoot conditions.
Cat Transmission
Rugged Cat transmission uses heavy-duty components for durable and reliable operation. The operator can choose between manual shift and two autoshift modes, Performance or Economy. Performance mode provides maximum acceleration while the economy mode increases fuel economy and improves operator comfort.
Hydraulics

Modular system provides high efficiency with low effort and precise control.
Load-Sensing Hydraulics
Modular hydraulic system delivers precise control with low effort operation. This load-sensing, variable flow system senses work demand and adjusts flow and pressure to match. This allows full hydraulic forces at any engine speed for delicate jobs in tight areas. Combined with the VersaLink linkage, the hydraulic system allows simultaneous lift, tilt and auxiliary hydraulic function.
Auxiliary Hydraulics
Auxiliary hydraulics provide unparalleled versatility allowing you to select the configuration that best suits your applications. Third function only or packaged with fourth enables the use of almost all work tools.
Optional Joystick with Integrated Third Function Controls
An optional joystick combines lift and tilt functions with transmission controls and third function auxiliary hydraulic controls in one ergonomic joystick. This allows the operator to maintain control of the load linkage while operating hydromechanical tools. The system can operate in two modes: the Work Tool and Continuous Flow mode, which allows bi-directional flow to be controlled with a thumbwheel, and the Continuous Flow mode, which provides infinitely variable flow to tools with hydraulic motors.
Ride Control System
The optional Ride Control System provides a comfortable ride and excellent material retention. Four nitrogen charged accumulators set to different pressures enable optimum cushioning over uneven terrain for all loads and speeds. The system operates in Automatic; as the loader ground speed exceeds 5 kph (3 mph) the system will activate, below 5 kph (3 mph) the system is off, providing maximum lift power.
Operator Station

Superior comfort keeps you productive, all day long.
Cab
Experience comfort and convenience in the H-Series cab. The spacious interior and ergonomic controls keep you comfortable throughout the work day. Choose the seat that meets your needs - the standard, fully adjustable seat or the optional Cat Contour seat for added adjustment and air suspension. The two-door design lets you enter and exit from either side of the machine and wide, serrated steps provide stable footing. Both doors lock open 180 degrees and feature sliding glass windows for better communication with workers on the ground. Large flat glass windows provide excellent visibility all around the machine. The rear window features a standard electric defroster.
Controls
Low effort, ergonomic joystick controls provide easy operation of lift and tilt functions. The standard joystick features an integrated directional control switch for added convenience. The operator programmable transmission neutralizer can be set in seconds optimizing brake effort for all applications.
Instrument Panel
The sealed instrument panel with easy to read white faced gauges and indicators keeps the operator informed of system conditions. The large LED readout provides ground speed and other critical information.
Optional Rear View Camera
This work area visual enhancement system uses a closed circuit video monitoring system. Up to three cameras can be mounted on the machine frame. Objects can be viewed on a color LCD monitor in the cab.
Work Tools

Do more jobs with one machine with Cat Work Tools.
The Right Tool for the Job
The wide variety of work tools offered by Caterpillar makes the 924H one of the most versatile machines on the jobsite. Work tools can be changed quickly and easily with the machine's quick coupler system. A switch in the cab activates a hydraulic cylinder for positive tool engagement and disengagement.
Bucket Work
With exceptional rimpull and high breakout and lift forces, the 924H delivers strong performance as a bucket loading machine. A wide range of Cat buckets are available including:
- General purpose - 1.8 m3 (2.4 yd3) and 2.1 m3 (2.75 yd3)
- Penetration
- Light Material
- Multi purpose
- Side dump
- High dump
- Wood chip
- Top clamp
Material Handling
The exceptional visibility and heavy-lift capabilities of the 924H let you work quickly and efficiently in material handling applications. A wide range of tools are available:
- Standard width carriage with pallet forks--1220 mm (48 in), 1370 mm (53 in) and 1524 mm (60 in)
- 2440 mm (96 in) wide carriage with 1830 mm (72 in) or 1524 mm (60 in) tines
- Offset forks for improved tip visibility
- Material handling arm
- Log and lumber forks with avariety of top clamp choices
Special Applications
Caterpillar also offers other work tools designed to meet specific job requirements:
- Dozer blades
- Snow plows
- Hydraulic brooms
- Asphalt cutter
- Loader rakes
(Work tool availability varies by region.)
Serviceability

Easy access and minimal maintenance requirements keep your machine on the job.
Convenient Service Features
All service points are accessible from ground level on the right side of the engine. Gull-wing doors with gas struts lift for exceptional access to filters and service points. Extended service intervals reduce service time and increase machine availability.
- Sight gauges let you easily check radiator coolant, hydraulic oil and transmission oil levels as well as engine air filter restriction without opening the air cleaner.
- Standard pressure taps allow quick diagnosis of the entire hydraulic system.
- SOSSM ports make oil sampling quicker, cleaner and provide the best oil sample for analysis.
- Spin-on filters for engine oil, transmission oil and hydraulic oil are vertically mounted for easier servicing.
- 924H features a standard electronic fuel prime pump.
- Sequentially placed radiator and oil coolers are easy to access.
- Optional reversing fan cleans screens without interrupting machine operation.
Customer Support

Unmatched support makes the difference.
Your Cat dealer is ready to assist you with your purchase decision and everything after.
- Make comparisons of machines, with estimates of component life, preventative maintenance and cost of production.
<- Your Cat dealer can evaluate the cost to repair, rebuild and replace your machine, so you can make the right choice.
- For more information on Cat products, dealer services and industry solutions, visit us at www.cat.com.
ELECTRICAL
Alternator, 95-amp brushless
Alarm, back-up
Batteries, maintenance-free, 950 CCA, (2)
Directional signals (front & rear)
Starting and charging system, 24V
Halogen work lights (front & rear)
Ignition key start/stop switch
Roading lights
Starting aid, thermal
Switch, battery disconnect
Alternator, 95-amp brushless
Alarm, back-up
Batteries, maintenance-free, 950 CCA, (2)
Directional signals (front & rear)
Starting and charging system, 24V
Halogen work lights (front & rear)
Ignition key start/stop switch
Roading lights
Starting aid, thermal
Switch, battery disconnect
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
Standard two door cab includes all of the following items:
Air conditioner, heater/defroster
Sliding glass door windows
Radio ready
12 volt electrical accessory outlet
Sealed Instrument Gauge: - Engine RPM - Hydraulic oil temperature - Engine coolant temperature - Torque converter oil temperature - Fuel level - Digital LED speedometer, hour meter/odometer
Indicator Lights: - Turn signal - Primary steering malfunction - Hydraulic oil bypass - Parking brake applied - Brake charge pressure low - Transmission oil temperature - General warning - Electrical system voltage low - Fuel water separator - En
Adjustable tilt steering column
Coat hook
Ground level door release
Horn, steering wheel mounted (electric)
Hydraulic control lever lockout
Interior light
Lighter
Lunch box storage with cup holder
Pilot hydraulic implement controls
Rear window defroster, electric
Rear view mirrors (2 inside)
Seat, adjustable suspension, armrest (fabric or vinyl)
Seat belt, 75 mm (3 in), retractable
Tinted safety glass, front
Tool box
Wet arm wiper/washer (front & rear), front intermittent
POWER TRAIN
Engine, Cat C6.6 ACERT - Low emission diesel engine - Noise reduction technology - Smart waste gate turbocharged - After cooled - Closed Circuit Breather - Electronically controlled
Air cleaner, dry type
Axle seal guards, integrated
Brakes, enclosed wet-disc full hydraulic
Differentials, conventional (front/rear)
Driveshaft, lubed for life
Electric fuel prime pump
Engine speed control
Fuel/water separator
Muffler
Radiator, unit serviceable
SOS oil sampling port, engine oil
SOS oil sampling port, transmission oil
Torque converter
Transmission, 4F/3R, autoshift, single lever control with F/N/R and kickdown button
Transmission neutralizer; operator programmable
Engine, Cat C6.6 ACERT - Low emission diesel engine - Noise reduction technology - Smart waste gate turbocharged - After cooled - Closed Circuit Breather - Electronically controlled
Air cleaner, dry type
Axle seal guards, integrated
Brakes, enclosed wet-disc full hydraulic
Differentials, conventional (front/rear)
Driveshaft, lubed for life
Electric fuel prime pump
Engine speed control
Fuel/water separator
Muffler
Radiator, unit serviceable
SOS oil sampling port, engine oil
SOS oil sampling port, transmission oil
Torque converter
Transmission, 4F/3R, autoshift, single lever control with F/N/R and kickdown button
Transmission neutralizer; operator programmable
HYDRAULICS
Hydraulic diagnostic connectors
Heavy duty hydraulic oil cooler
Hydraulic control, 3-valve, 2-lever with F/N/R
Hydraulics, third function
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Load-sensing steering system
SOSsm oil sampling port, hydraulic oil
Hydraulic diagnostic connectors
Heavy duty hydraulic oil cooler
Hydraulic control, 3-valve, 2-lever with F/N/R
Hydraulics, third function
Load-sensing hydraulic system
Load-sensing steering system
SOSsm oil sampling port, hydraulic oil
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Antifreeze/coolant, extended-life protects to -36°C (-33°F)
Automatic bucket positioner/fork positioner
Brakes, secondary and parking
Counterweight
Coupler controls and lines
Engine enclosure, lockable
Fenders, front
Hitch, recovery
Loader linkage, VersaLink
Lift kickout, automatic
Machine Security System ready
Product Link ready
Remote grease lines
Steering stops, cushioned
Swing-out, hydraulically driven demand fan
Vandalism protection, lockable service points
Visual indicators: - air cleaner service - coolant level - hydraulic oil - transmission oil
Axle, Front Limited Slip Differential
Axle, Rear Limited Slip Differential
Axle, Rear Limited Slip Differential, with heavy duty brakes (axle oil cooler included)
Antifreeze/coolant, extended-life, protects to -50°C (-58°F)
Beacon light, rotating or strobe, magnetic-mount
Buckets/ground engaging tools
Canopy, ROPS
Counterweight, additional, optional
Deluxe Cab arrangement includes: - External heated mirrors - Sunscreen - Sun shade - Flood lights, auxiliary, cab mounted
Fan, reversing
Fenders, roading, rear
Fenders, steel
Front axle, Limited Slip Differential
Guards: - Crankcase - Driveshaft, front - Power train - Lights - Windshield - Radiator
Hydraulic control auxiliary; third, fourth, fifth and sixth valve
Integrated third function hydraulic joystick control
Linkage, high lift
Load check valves (dealer installed)
Low speed transmission
Machine Security System
Material handling arm
Pallet forks, carriage
Pallet forks, carriage, wide version
Product Link
Quick Coupler, IT style
Radiator, wide fin spacing, 5.5 fpi
Radio packages:
Radio, AM/FM
Radio, AM/FM with CD player
Radio, AM/FM
Radio, AM/FM with CD player
Rear axle, Limited Slip Differential
Rear axle, Limited Slip Differential with heavy duty brakes (axle oil cooler included)
Rear-view camera system
Ride Control System
Seats: - Cat Contour Seat, fabric, with adjustable backrest and lumbar support - Cat Contour Seat, fabric, electrically adjustable with air suspension
Sound suppression package, available in select markets
Starting aid, engine coolant heater, 120V
Steering, secondary
Tires: - Bias ply, 17.5 - 25 and 20.5 - 25 - Radial, 17.5 - R25, 20.5 - R25 and 600/65 R25