Caterpillar 824
Caterpillarwheel dozer

Caterpillar 824

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Cat 824 is a wheel dozer: an articulated, rubber-tired dozing machine built for high-speed travel between work faces on stable haul roads, quarry benches, and stockpiles. The current-production 824 (sold today with no letter suffix) runs a Cat C15 ACERT diesel rated at roughly 302 kW (405 hp) net, in Tier 4 Final/Stage V or Tier 3/Stage IIIA-equivalent configurations depending on region and market. Operating weight runs about 34,000 kg (74,966 lb) in base straight-blade trim, with six available blade configurations - straight, straight push plate, semi-universal, universal, coal, and extended wear - spanning roughly 6.6 to 21.2 cubic yards of capacity. Drive comes through a Cat planetary powershift transmission with torque converter lock-up clutch and Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC), four speeds forward and reverse, plus load-sensing steering and lift/tilt hydraulics. Against a track-type dozer, the wheel dozer trades ultimate drawbar pull and slope/soft-ground capability for road speed, articulated maneuverability, and lower running costs moving material over harder, more consistent surfaces - it complements rather than replaces the track dozer fleet.

Caterpillar has used the plain '824' model designation more than once. The original 824 was a 1960s-70s wheel tractor/dozer, a separate and much earlier machine from what's sold under that name today. From there the line continued as the 824B, 824C, 824G, 824G Series II, 824H, and 824K, each a distinct engine and driveline generation. Today's 824 (no letter suffix) is the current, latest-generation machine and is a direct continuation of the 824K platform rather than an all-new design. That continuity matters in the used and parts market: the C15 engine and planetary powershift driveline are shared broadly across Cat's wheel loader and wheel dozer lines, so parts support and rebuild expertise run deep. The wheel-dozer duty cycle - constant articulation, frequent direction reversals, and sustained tire and final-drive loading - concentrates wear on a predictable set of components, which keeps well-maintained units attractive to buyers looking for a rebuildable, parts-supportable machine.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Caterpillar 824 specifications

Series and Generations

Model lineageCat 824 wheel dozer has been produced across several generations: 824B, 824C, 824G, 824G Series II, 824H, 824K, and the current 824 (post-824K, sold without a letter suffix). Same lineage, not a model-number reuse case — treat as continuous succession.
824C era engineCat 3406, approx. 235 kW (315 hp) gross
824G / 824G Series II era engineCat 3406E, approx. 253 kW (339 hp)
824H era engineCat C15 ACERT, approx. 264 kW (354 hp) net flywheel power, 299 kW (401 hp) gross
824K era engineCat C15 ACERT, 302 kW (405 hp) net (ISO 9249), 324 kW (435 hp) gross
Current 824 engineCat C15, 302 kW (405 hp) net (ISO 9249/SAE J1349), 324 kW (434 hp) gross (SAE J1995) — essentially a continuation of the 824K powertrain
824B era (limited data)Older generation predating 824C; operating weight figures around 33,000 kg (73,000 lb) appear in secondary sources but are not cross-verified against a primary Cat document — treat as approximate

Engine (current 824 / 824K generation)

Engine modelCat C15 (C15 ACERT on 824K)
Net power (ISO 9249 / SAE J1349)302 kW (405 hp)
Gross power (SAE J1995)324 kW (434-435 hp), varies slightly by source
Displacement15.2 L (927.6 cu in)
Bore x stroke137 x 170 mm (5.4 x 6.7 in)
Peak torque2,005 N·m (1,479 lbf-ft) at 1,300 rpm
EmissionsOffered in two configurations: U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V, or an equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA (Brazil MAR-1) configuration for non-Tier-4 markets
Torque converterLock-up clutch torque converter, reduces drivetrain losses and heat, feeds a 4F/4R planetary powershift transmission with Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)

Weights

Operating weight, straight blade (Tier 4 Final/Stage V config)34,004 kg (74,966 lb)
Operating weight range across blade/tier configurationsapprox. 33,550-34,020 kg (73,983-74,966 lb), varies by blade type and emissions configuration

Dimensions

Length, straight blade on ground8.42 m (27.6 ft)
Width over tires/guardrails3.34-3.37 m (10.9-11.0 ft), varies by source
Height to top of cab4.11 m (13.5 ft)
Height to top of hood3.2 m (10.5 ft)
Height to top of exhaust stack4.33 m (14.2 ft)
Wheelbase3.70 m (12.1 ft)
Ground clearance0.43-0.44 m (1.4 ft)
Front axlePlanetary, fixed-mount
Rear axlePlanetary, oscillating, +/-11 degrees oscillation
Steering articulation43 degrees each direction (824K generation figure)
Tire size, current 824/824K generationNot published in dealer literature reviewed — confirm exact tire spec with the tire program selected at time of order

Performance

Forward travel speed, gears 1-46.3, 11.1, 19.6, 34.8 km/h (3.8-3.9, 6.9, 12.2, 21.6 mph)
Reverse travel speed, gears 1-47.1, 12.6, 22.4, 39.8 km/h (4.3-4.4, 7.8, 13.9, 24.7 mph)
TransmissionPlanetary powershift with Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC), 4 forward/4 reverse, single-clutch speed shifting, operator-selectable automatic shift mode
Hydraulic pump flow at 1,800 rpm117 L/min (30.9 gal/min)
Main hydraulic relief pressure24,100 kPa (3,495 psi)
Drawbar pullNot published as a single figure for this wheel dozer in the literature surveyed — Cat presents wheel dozer traction as a rimpull/speed curve in the full specalog rather than a static drawbar-pull number. Verify with a dealer or the complete specalog if a specific figure is needed.
GradeabilityNot documented in the sources checked for this model — not consistently published for wheel dozer configurations the way it is for track-type tractors.
Static ground pressureNot applicable in the same sense as a track-type dozer since this is a wheeled, tired machine — ground-contact loading is a function of tire selection and inflation rather than a single published ground-pressure spec.

Blades

Straight blade capacity5.0 m3 (6.6 yd3)
Semi-universal blade capacity7.7 m3 (10.0 yd3)
Universal blade capacity7.7 m3 (10.0 yd3)
Extended-wear blade capacityapprox. 8.1 m3 (10.6 yd3) — appears in one source only, treat as approximate
Coal/light-material blade capacity16.2 m3 (21.1-21.2 yd3)
Overall blade capacity range across the option list5.1-16.2 m3 (6.6-21.2 yd3) across six blade configurations
Blade widths (current generation)Not published separately from capacity figures in the dealer literature reviewed — confirm exact blade width by option with a dealer or the complete specalog.

Service Capacities Summary (current 824/824K generation)

Fuel tank782 L (206.6 gal)
Cooling system116 L (30.6 gal)
Engine crankcase oil34 L (9 gal)
Transmission oil66 L (17.4 gal)
Hydraulic tank (reservoir only)134 L (35.4 gal)
Hydraulic system total (implement + steering circuits, per one source)approx. 214 L (56.5 gal) — larger than tank-only figure above; likely reflects total system oil vs. reservoir capacity, cross-check with dealer literature for the exact machine
Front differentials/final drives100 L (26.4 gal)
Rear differentials/final drives110 L (29.1 gal)
DEF tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage V configuration only)32 L (8.5 gal)

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

824 fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with filter)34 L (9 gal US)Cat DEO-ULS, or oils meeting Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications. Factory-set crankcase change interval is 500 hours when running CJ-4 oil.
Cooling system116 L (30.6 gal US)Factory fill is ethylene glycol-based coolant. Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant), premixed 50% concentration, protects to -34 C (-29 F). A -50 C (-58 F) antifreeze is available for extreme cold climates. Cat DEAC is the conventional alternative where ELC is not stocked.
Fuel tank782 L (206.6 gal US)Ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur or less) required for Tier 4 Final/Stage V configurations. Compatible with up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) on aftertreatment-equipped engines, up to B100 on non-aftertreatment engines, and up to 100% HVO/GTL renewable diesel blends.
Transmission (Cat planetary powershift, ECPC)66 L (17.4 gal US)Cat TDTO (Transmission/Drive Train Oil), SAE 10W, 30, or 50 depending on ambient temperature. Cat Arctic TDTO Synthetic is the cold-climate option. This configuration's OMM lists a single transmission compartment; no separate bevel-gear/steering-case split is documented for this platform.
Final drives / differential - front100 L (26.4 gal US)Cat TDTO, same drive-train oil family used for the transmission and rear final drives; grade selected by ambient temperature per the lubricant viscosity chart.
Final drives / differential - rear110 L (29.1 gal US)Cat TDTO, same drive-train oil family used for the transmission and front final drives; grade selected by ambient temperature per the lubricant viscosity chart.
Hydraulic system - tank only134 L (35.4 gal US)Cat HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil (or oil meeting the Cat HYDO specification). Cat Bio HYDO Advanced is the biodegradable alternative offered on this wheel dozer family. Optional factory-fill Arctic hydraulic oil is available for cold-climate operation.
Hydraulic system - implement/steering (total, incl. tank)214 L (56.5 gal US)Cat HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil (or oil meeting the Cat HYDO specification); same fluid as tank-only fill, viscosity selected by ambient temperature.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank32 L (8.5 gal US) - Tier 4 Final/Stage V configuration onlyDiesel exhaust fluid meeting ISO 22241-1:2006.
Grease (chassis and pin lubrication points)Not specified as a refill capacity - service per lube chart intervalCat Multipurpose Grease (NLGI grade selected per ambient temperature per the lubricant viscosity table); Cat Extreme Application grease is the heavy-duty alternative for high-load pin joints.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Caterpillar 824 maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 50 h
  • Check engine oil, coolant, and hydraulic tank levels and walk around for leaks before each shift
  • Drain fuel tank water separator and check DEF tank level and quality on Tier 4 Final units
  • Inspect tires for cuts, chunking, and correct inflation pressure; check articulation area for interference or debris
  • Grease articulation joint, steering cylinder pins, and blade lift/tilt cylinder pin points weekly
  • Check transmission/torque converter oil level and listen for abnormal noise during a lock-up clutch engagement test
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and filter (Cat DEO) unless S·O·S results support an extended interval; replace primary fuel filter
  • Grease all articulation, steering cylinder, and blade lift/tilt pin points and check for excess play
  • Check front and rear final drive (differential/planetary hub) oil levels and inspect for external leaks
  • Check transmission and torque converter oil level; scan for ECPC calibration or clutch-pressure fault codes
  • Clean radiator and hydraulic oil cooler cores of packed dust or debris
  • Inspect DEF filter and aftertreatment fault log on Tier 4 Final configurations
Every 500 h
  • Change transmission/torque converter oil filter and pull an S·O·S sample from the transmission sump
  • Change lift/tilt and steering hydraulic filters
  • Sample front and rear final drive oil for metal content and water contamination
  • Check wet-disc brake system condition and accumulator precharge
  • Torque wheel rim mounting bolts and inspect rims and tires for cracking or bead damage
  • Inspect turbocharger mounting and air intake system on the C15 for leaks or restriction
Every 1,000 h
  • Change hydraulic tank oil unless S·O·S supports extension
  • Change transmission (planetary powershift) oil and filter
  • Change front and rear final drive/differential oil
  • Inspect and adjust the multi-disc wet brake system
  • Replace secondary fuel filter and inspect fuel injection lines
  • Inspect articulation bearings and steering cylinder trunnions for wear and re-torque mounting hardware
Every 2,000 h
  • Change engine coolant or verify Cat ELC condition and inspect cooling system hoses and clamps
  • Full change of front and rear final drive/planetary hub oil
  • Change transmission oil and filter as a major service, then verify ECPC solenoid and clutch-pressure calibration
  • Inspect torque converter lock-up clutch operation under load
  • Test DEF dosing system, replace DEF filter, and inspect NOx/aftertreatment sensors on Tier 4 Final units
  • Inspect lift/tilt and steering cylinder seals and rod surfaces for wear or scoring
Every 6,000 h
  • Change engine coolant to Cat ELC on its extended-life interval (or per elapsed time, whichever comes first)
  • Inspect or replace the DEF injector/dosing module per aftertreatment service life on Tier 4 Final units
  • Open and inspect transmission and torque converter clutch packs for wear ahead of a major driveline overhaul
  • Complete a full teardown inspection of wheel ends, final drives, and articulation hardware before major overhaul decisions

Servicing the 824 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

Run S·O·S oil samples on the C15 engine, the planetary powershift transmission/torque converter, and both front and rear final drives at every scheduled interval to catch clutch-pack and gear wear before it becomes a failure. Track torque converter and transmission temperatures for early signs of a slipping clutch or an ECPC calibration drifting out of range. Sample hydraulic oil regularly given the load-sensing steering pump's tight tolerances. On Tier 4 Final units, log DEF quality and dosing-system fault codes alongside fluid trending data.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Wheel-end and final-drive seal leaks tend to show up first on high-hour 824s given the constant load reversals of dozing and backing up. Articulation bushings, center-hinge bearings, and steering cylinder pins wear from continuous full-lock maneuvering and need regular grease and clearance checks. Tire cuts and rim damage are routine on rock and quarry duty. Torque converter lock-up complaints usually trace back to overdue transmission fluid or an ECPC calibration needing a reset. Blade lift/tilt cylinder seal replacement is a common shop job.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

Major rebuild work centers on the planetary powershift transmission and torque converter clutch packs, the front and rear final drive planetaries and differentials, and the C15 long block and turbocharger. Check articulation bearings, the center hinge pin, and steering cylinder trunnions for play at overhaul, since they carry the full machine load through every turn. Wheel bearings and wet brake discs typically get renewed alongside final drive work. Verify ECPC solenoid and clutch-pressure calibration after any transmission teardown before the machine returns to service.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Cold starts on the C15 depend on correct coolant concentration, working ether or glow-plug starting aids, and fuel warming to prevent gelling; watch DEF for freezing risk in sub-freezing conditions on Tier 4 Final units. Hot, dusty quarry or mine sites demand more frequent radiator and hydraulic-cooler core cleaning and air filter service. Wet or muddy ground accelerates articulation-joint and wheel-bearing seal wear, so shorten grease intervals. Wash accumulated mud from the frame and driveline before every PM to expose leaks and cracks early.

824 fault codes & troubleshooting

CodeMeaningLikely causeWhat to do
CID 0100 FMI 01Engine oil pressure low (shutdown level)Low oil level, worn oil pump, plugged suction screen, or failed oil pressure sensor on the C15 engineStop engine safely, check oil level and for leaks, verify sensor wiring before restart
CID 0100 FMI 03/04Engine oil pressure sensor circuit voltage above/below normalOpen or shorted wiring, corroded connector, or failed sensor at the oil pressure circuitInspect sensor connector and harness for damage or corrosion, test circuit with CAT ET, replace sensor if out of range
CID 0110 FMI 00/16Engine coolant temperature high (warning then derate/shutdown)Low coolant, blocked radiator core, failed fan drive, or thermostat stuck closedShut down if warning persists, check coolant level and radiator for debris, inspect fan and thermostat operation
CID 0110 FMI 03/04Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit voltage above/below normalDamaged sensor wiring or connector, or failed coolant temperature sensorCheck sensor connector for corrosion, test circuit continuity with CAT ET, replace sensor if faulty
CID 0190 FMI 16Engine speed (overspeed) above normal rangeDownhill overrun without engine braking, throttle linkage or governor issue, or speed sensor faultReduce load/grade speed, verify speed/timing sensor signal with CAT ET, inspect governor calibration
CID 0091 FMI 02Accelerator/throttle position signal erratic, intermittent, or incorrectWorn or misadjusted throttle pedal position sensor, loose linkage, or intermittent wiring connectionInspect pedal sensor mounting and linkage, check harness connections, recalibrate or replace sensor per CAT ET guided procedure
CID 0091 FMI 03/04Accelerator/throttle position sensor circuit voltage above/below normalOpen or shorted throttle position sensor circuit or failed sensorCheck sensor wiring and connector, test circuit with CAT ET, replace sensor if voltage stays out of range
CID 0168 FMI 03/04Electrical system (battery) voltage above/below normalFailing alternator, loose or corroded battery cables, or a weak/sulfated batteryLoad-test batteries, check alternator output and belt condition, clean and tighten all battery and ground connections
CID 0826Torque converter oil temperature reading abnormal or highLow or degraded transmission/torque converter oil, clogged oil cooler, or failed temperature sensorCheck torque converter oil level and condition, inspect oil cooler for restriction, verify sensor signal with CAT ET

Codes and remedies are general guidance for this model family — always confirm with diagnostic tooling and your dealer before major repairs.

824 attachments & work tools

Blades

Factory blade lineup for the 824 spans six configurations: straight blade and straight push-plate blade (each about 5.05 m³ / 6.6 yd³), semi-universal and universal blades (about 7.65 m³ / 10 yd³ each), an extended-wear blade (about 8.10 m³ / 10.6 yd³), and a coal blade as the largest option at about 16.2 m³ / 21.2 yd³ for high-volume stockpile work. No VPAT (variable pitch-angle-tilt) blade is documented for the 824 lineup — VPAT is cataloged on Cat's medium track-type dozers, not confirmed for this wheel dozer.

Rippers

No factory single-shank or multi-shank ripper package is documented for the 824 or 824K. Ripper attachments in this class (single-shank for deep/heavy penetration, multi-shank for shallower, wider-area work) are cataloged for track-type dozers, where track grouser bite provides the pull-through traction; the wheeled 824 is not listed with a rear ripper option in reviewed dealer and Cat literature.

Winches

No winch option is documented for the 824. PTO-driven winches are cataloged for Cat track-type tractors in the D7R-through-D10T class, which provide a torque-converter PTO output for the winch drive; the wheel dozer driveline isn't set up for that PTO take-off, so winch fitment doesn't carry over to this model.

Drawbars/counterweights

A rear hitch drawbar with pin is standard equipment; published dimension data puts the front-axle centerline to hitch distance at about 1.85 m (6.1 ft). A front counterweight is offered as an option to help balance the machine for heavier blade configurations, though its added mass isn't documented in the sources reviewed — confirm with a dealer for the exact figure.

Cab/ROPS guarding

Standard cab is a sound-suppressed, pressurized, integrated four-post ROPS/FOPS structure meeting ANSI/SAE, SAE and ISO standards. No dedicated forestry or waste-handling guard package (belly pans, radiator/tilt-cylinder line guards, debris screens) is documented specifically for the 824; those factory guarding kits are cataloged on Cat track-type dozers, so fitment for log-handling or landfill duty on this wheel dozer should be verified with a dealer.

Hydraulic arrangement (front/rear)

Blade lift/tilt runs on its own circuit, about 117 L/min (30.9 gpm) at 1800 rpm with main relief near 26 000 kPa (3771 psi). Steering is a separate load-sensing, pilot-operated circuit fed by a variable-displacement piston pump flowing up to about 170 L/min (44.9 gpm), relief near 24 000 kPa (3481 psi). No dedicated rear or third-function auxiliary circuit is documented — the machine's hydraulics are built around the front blade and steering only.

All 824 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar 824. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Attachments
1s2584 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 40 Ampere--Type 2
1s2584 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 40 Ampere--Type 1
7m7534 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 40 Ampere
1v4359 Basic Wiper Group--12 Volt
9m8626 Battery And Wiring Group--24 Volt--Rear View Of Console And Terminal Block--Part 3 Of 4
9m8626 Battery And Wiring Group--24 Volt--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 4 Of 4
9m8626 Battery And Wiring Group--24 Volt--Top View--Part 1 Of 4
9m8626 Battery And Wiring Group--24 Volt--Top View--Part 2 Of 4
1s7639 By-Pass Oil Filter Conversion Group
1S***39By-Pass Oil Filter Conversion Group1
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5k233 Cab Field Conversion Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 1 Of 2
5k233 Cab Field Conversion Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 2
4k9076 Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 3
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 3
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Right Hand Siew View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 3
4k9076 Cab Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 2
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 2
4k9076 Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 1
4k9076 Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 1
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 1
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 1
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 2
4k9076 Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 2
4k9076 Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 3
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 3
4k9076 Cab Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 1
4k9076 Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 3 Of 3--Type 2
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Left Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 1
4k9076 Cab Group--Right Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 3--Type 3
5k236 Semi-Enclosed Cab Group--Front View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 2
4k9093 Canopy Panel Group--Type 2
4k9093 Canopy Panel Group--Type 1
5k235 Canopy Panel Group--Type 2
5k235 Canopy Panel Group--Type 1
1s8238 Counterweight Group--5,750 Pounds
5d1900 Protection Cover Group--Hydraulic Tank Cap
5D***00Cover Group-Protection; Protection Cover Group-- Hydraulic Tank Cap1
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5k1753 Semi-Enclosed Cab Curtain Group
Cylinder Head Assembly--Type 2
Cylinder Head Assembly--Type 1
4k9507 Defroster Fan Group--24 Volt--Type 2
4k9506 Defroster Fan Group--12 Volt--Type 2
4k9506 Defroster Fan Group--12 Volt--Type 1
4k9507 Defroster Fan Group--24 Volt--Type 1
1s7629 Differential And Gear Group--No Spin
2s294 Differential And Gear Group--No Spin
9m8623 Direct Electric Starting Arrangement--24 Volt--Factory Installation
0L***51Bolt Starting Engine Fuel Tank Bracket To Diesel Intake Manifold2
0S***88Bolt,Machine; Hose Assembly Mounting,Hose Assembly To Transmission,And To Torque Converter2
0S***95Bolt 1.25 In. (31.75 mm) Long Guard Assemblies To Radiator Guard4
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9f740 Discharger
4k8965 Door Group--Right Hand
4k8966 Door Group--Left Hand
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
2m4953 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
2s5029 Ether Starting Aid Group
9m9420 Fender Group
2m856 Flood Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 2
2m856 Flood Lamp Assembly--12 Volt--Type 1
Flywheel
1s4039 Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group--2 Required--Type 1
1S***39Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group1
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1s4039 Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group--2 Required--Type 2
1S***39Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group1
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4k9091 Front Panel Group
2m1389 Glow Plug And Wiring Group--24 Volt--Type 2
2m1389 Glow Plug And Wiring Group--24 Volt--Type 1
8f9866 Grease Gun
2m4166 Head Lamp Assembly--12 Volt
4k9509 Heater Group--24 Volt
4k9508 Heater Group--12 Volt
3k9066 Hot Water Heater--12 Volt
5h1526 Hot Water Heater--24 Volt
1m3379 Head Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 1
1m1882 Flood Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 2
1m3379 Head Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 2
1m3387 Dash Lamp Assembly--24 Volt
1m1882 Flood Lamp Assembly--24 Volt--Type 1
2s1173 Lighting System Group--12 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 1 Of 2
2s1174 Lighting System Group--24 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 2 Of 2
9m8627 Lighting System Group--24 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 1 Of 2
1s7828 Lighting System Group--24 Volt
2s1174 Lighting System Group--24 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 1 Of 2
9m8627 Lighting System Group--24 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 2 Of 2
1s9629 Lighting System Group--12 Volt
1s7829 Lighting System Group--12 Volt
1s2306 Lighting System Group--12 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 2 Of 2
1s2306 Lighting System Group--12 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 1 Of 2
1s9630 Lighting System Group--24 Volt
2s1173 Lighting System Group--12 Volt--6 Lamp--Part 2 Of 2
Name Plates, Tool And Transfers
1S***24Plate-Lubrication Instruction1
1S***12Plate; Transportation Notice Below Cab Door Sil Near L.H. Side Of Platform Support1
2M***31Plate; Serial Number On R.H. Side Of Cylinder Block And R.H. Side Of Loader Frame2
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2s2555 Platform Reinforcement Group
1s6307 Protection Cover Group--Fuel Tank Cap
5s8033 Protection Cover Group--Fuel Tank Cap
1s4155 Rain Cap Group--Starting Engine
1s4040 Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group--2 Required--Type 2
1S***40Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group1
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1s4040 Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group--2 Required--Type 1
1S***40Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group1
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4k9513 Rear Wiper Group--24 Volt
4k9512 Rear Wiper Group--12 Volt
1v5747 Seat Assembly
7k5547 Seat Assembly
2m2832 Seat Belt Group
9k1213 Shaft And Link Assembly
4k9936 Sliding Window Assembly
4m3317 Electric Starter Group--24 Volt
4M***17Starter Group-Electric; Electric Starter Group1
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7k8271 Suspension Seat Group--Type 2
7k8271 Suspension Seat Group--Type 1
4m1812 Solenoid Switch Assembly
1p9181 Solenoid Switch Assembly
Tire And Mounting
1s2267 Tire, Wheel And Fender Arrangement--Factory Installation
1S***67Tire, Wheel And Fender Arrangement1
1S***39Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group2
1S***40Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake Group2
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9s7478 Tool Group
8m9860 Tool Group
1s314 Windshield Group
1v4481 Windshield Wiper Group--24 Volt--Field Installation
4k9510 Windshield Wiper Group--12 Volt--Type 1
1v4495 Windshield Wiper Group--12 Volt--Field Installation
4k9510 Windshield Wiper Group--12 Volt--Type 2
4k9511 Windshield Wiper Group--24 Volt
4k9472 Wiper Assembly--12 Volt
9k1240 Wiper Assembly--12 Volt
4k9471 Wiper Assembly--24 Volt
1v4360 Wiper Group
9k1219 Wiper Group--24 Volt
Wiring Diagram--24 Volt System
Diesel Engine
Aftercooler
Air Cleaner (9m3674 N/S)--Top View
7m914 Air Filter Indicator Group
7M***14Air Filter Service Indicator Group1
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Balancer
Breather (5m5400 N/S)
Breather (2s2391 N/S)
Camshaft
Camshaft And Governor
Camshaft Drive
Connecting Rod And Piston--4 Required
2s3025 Protection Cover Group--Oil Filler Cap
2S***25Cover Group-Protection; Protection Cover Group1
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Crankshaft (7m7535)
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement Groups
Cylinder Block And Covers--End View--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
4m9201 Cylinder Block Assembly
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--End View--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
1m5061 Tachometer Drive Group
Engine Oil Cooler--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Engine
Exhaust By-Pass
Fan And Drive (9m4921 N/S)
Fan And Drive
2s9320 Fan Blast Deflector Group
9m8437 Viscous Fan Drive Clutch Assembly
2s2480 Viscous Fan Drive Clutch Assembly
Fan Guard
8h7204 Fuel Filter Group
Flywheel
2m9474 Fuel Filter Group
Fuel Injection Pump Drive
Fuel Injection Valves And Lines
Fuel Pump Housing (2m5337 N/S)
5m6488 Fuel Transfer Pump Group
Gauges And Lines--As Viewed From Left Hand Side Of Tractor
Governor Control
9m3681 Governor Group--With Rack Limiter--Part 1 Of 3
9m3681 Governor Group--With Rack Limiter--Part 2 Of 3
9m3681 Governor Group--With Rack Limiter--Part 3 Of 3
Governor Torque Spring
3s7408 Hand And Foot Governor Control Group--Field Installation
3S***08Hand And Foot Governor Control Group1
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Hydraulic Pump Drive
Instrument Console--As Viewed From Front Of Tractor
Manifolds And Exhaust Extension--End View--Part 2 Of 2
Manifolds And Exhaust Extension (9m4839 N/S)--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
9M***39Manifolds And Exhaust Extension1
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Manifolds And Exhaust Extension--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
Manifolds And Exhaust Extension (9m4839 N/S)--End View--Part 2 Of 2
9M***39Manifolds And Exhaust Extension1
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Oil Filter
Oil Lines
Oil Pump And Drive
4m2662 Oil Pump Assembly
2s80 Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly
2S***80Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly1
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8m9868 Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly
8M***68Pressure Ratio Regulator Assembly1
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Primary Fuel Filter And Lines
2m1367 Fuel Priming Pump Group
Radiator--Field Installation--Part 2 Of 2
Radiator--Rear View--Part 1 Of 2
Radiator--Left Hand Side View--Part 2 Of 2
Radiator--As Viewed From Rear Of Engine--Field Installation--Part 1 Of 2
Radiator Guard (6m1009 N/S)
4s9643 Crankshaft Replacement Gear Group--Field Installation
4S***43Replacement Crankshaft Gear Group1
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4m1245 Service Meter And Tachometer Drive Group
4M***45Service Meter And Tachometer Drive Group1
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3s3581 Service Meter Group--Replaces 9m8539
9m8539 Service Meter Group
Engine Support (7m5645 N/S)
Torque Converter Oil Pump Drive
9m6942 Turbocharger Assembly
Water Lines
Water Pump
2s7210 Water Pump Assembly--Field Installation
2s7210 Water Pump Assembly
Water Pump Belt Tightener
Water Pump Belt Tightener--Top View
Starting System
1s2585 Alternator Assembly--12 Volt, 55 Ampere
8m3684 Alternator Group--12 Volt, 55 Ampere
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--Rear View Of Console And Terminal Block--Part 3 Of 3--Type 1
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--Rear View Of Console And Terminal Block--Part 3 Of 3--Type 2
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--Top View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 1
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 3--Type 1
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--Top View--Part 1 Of 3--Type 2
Battery And Wiring--12 Volt--As Viewed From R.H. Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 3--Type 2
5m3601 Carburetor Assembly
5m3631 Clutch And Brake Group
2m1347 Clutch, Pinion And Brake Control Group
2M***47Clutch, Pinion And Brake Control Group1
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Connecting Rod And Piston--2 Required
Crankshaft
Cylinder Block And Covers--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism
2m6646 Dash Lamp Assembly--12 Volt
7m7783 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--12 Volt
9h3675 Electric Starter Group--12 Volt
9m8438 Fuel System Group
2m7722 Ignition System Group Serial No. 29g1 To 29g227 Inclusive
2m7722 Ignition System Group
1s3349 Magneto Assembly
8m9144 Magneto Assembly
9m7216 Manifold, Carburetor And Air Cleaner Group
9M***16Manifold, Carburetor And Air Cleaner Group1
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9m8803 Oil Pump Group
2s132 Oil Pump Group
2m5169 Recoil Starter Assembly
5m5997 Recoil Starter Group
2m1353 Starter Pinion Group
8m8974 Starting Engine Control Group--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 1 Of 2
8m8974 Starting Engine Control Group--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 2
7h7290 Disconnect Switch Assembly
3k1650 Light Switch Assembly
Wiring Diagram--12 Volt System
Transmission And Chassis
4j4984 Accumulator Charging Valve Group
4J***84Accumulator Charging Valve Group1
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5j2166 Accumulator Charging Valve Group
5J***66Accumulator Charging Valve Group1
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4j3605 Accumulator Group
3j6938 Auxiliary Valve Group--Internal
9m2203 Brake Adjuster Assembly
Brake Control
Brake Lines--As Viewed From Front Left Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 4 Of 4
Brake Lines--As Viewed From Front Left Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 4
Brake Lines--As Viewed From Front Left Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 1 Of 4
Brake Lines--As Viewed From Front Left Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 3 Of 4
4j3950 Brake Valve Group
5j2050 Brake Valve Group
Bumper And Drawbar
4j4700 Control Valve Group--2 Valve
Counterweight--2,200 Pounds
Dash
1s1874 Differential And Gear Group
Drive Shaft
3k9781 Drive Shaft Assembly--Intermediate
4k710 Drive Shaft Assembly--Front
1s5272 Rear Drive Shaft Guard Group
1s5273 Front Drive Shaft Guard Group
Fenders
Floorplate
4j4646 Flow Control Valve Group
5j1641 Flow Control Valve Group
Front Axle Housing
Front Differential And Bevel Gear
Front Final Drive, Wheel And Brake--26.50 X 29 Tubeless Tires--2 Required
Front Frame--As Viewed From Front Left Hand Side Of Machine
Fuel System
9m8714 Gear And Housing Group
Hood And Firewall
3k9697 Hydraulic Oil Filter Group
3j6536 Hydraulic Pump Assembly
4j6569 Hydraulic Steering Pump Assembly
4J***69Hydraulic Steering Pump Assembly1
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Hydraulic Torque Converter
Implement Pump And Lines
Ladder And Grab Iron
2s1485 Lubrication Relief Valve Group--Replaces 7m5810
7m5810 Lubrication Relief Valve Group
2s154 Oil Pump Group
3k6559 Parking Brake Assembly
Parking Brake Control--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor
Planetary Transmission--Part 1 Of 2
Planetary Transmission--Part 2 Of 2
Platform Support
2s461 Pressure Control Group
3s2717 Range Transmission Arrangement--As Viewed From Left Hand Side Of Tractor
1s9997 Range Transmission Arrangement--As Viewed From Left Hand Side Of Tractor
Rear Axle Housing And Trunnion--Part 1 Of 2
Rear Axle Housing And Trunnion--Part 2 Of 2
Rear Differential And Bevel Gear
Rear Final Drive, Wheel And Brake--26.50 X 29 Tubeless Tires--2 Required
Rear Frame
7m5808 Regulating Valve Group
4j4699 Relief Valve Group
4j4087 Rotary Actuator Housing Group
8m6334 Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group
8M***34Safety Reset And Converter Hold Valve Group1
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Seat (4k1013 N/S)
3k8461 Seat Assembly
3K***61Seat Group; Basic Seat Group--Static1
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9m4351 Selector Valve Group
3j6943 Steering Cylinder Group--5" X 28.78"--2 Groups Required
Steering Gear And Wheel
Steering Lines--Top View - Part 2 Of 2
Steering Lines--As Viewed From Rear Right Hand Side Of Machine--Part 1 Of 3
Steering Lines--As Viewed From Rear Right Hand Side Of Machine--Part 3 Of 3
Steering Lines--As Viewed From Rear Right Hand Side Of Machine--Part 2 Of 3
Steering Lines--Right Hand Side View - Part 1 Of 2
Steering Mechanism--Part 1 Of 2
Steering Mechanism--Part 2 Of 2
5j4934 Steering Valve Group--Part 2 Of 2
4j5352 Steering Valve Group--Part 2 Of 2
5j4934 Steering Valve Group--Part 1 Of 2
4j5352 Steering Valve Group--Part 1 Of 2
Tank And Valve--3 Valve--Part 1 Of 3
Tank And Valve--3 Valve--Part 2 Of 3
Tank And Valve--3 Valve--Part 3 Of 3
Torque Converter Oil Cooler--As Viewed From Front Of Engine
9m2101 Torque Divider Group--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor
Tractor Guard
Transfer Gears--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Machine--Part 1 Of 3
Transfer Gears--As Viewed From Front Of Tractor--Part 1 Of 2
Transfer Gears--As Viewed From Front Of Machine--Part 3 Of 3
Transfer Gears (1s9710 N/S)--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 2
Transfer Gears--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 2
Transfer Gears (1s9710 N/S)--As Viewed From Front Of Tractor--Part 1 Of 2
Transfer Gears--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Machine--Part 2 Of 3
Transmission Control
9m3699 Transmission Oil Filter Group
Transmission Hydraulic Control--Side View--Part 2 Of 2
Transmission Hydraulic Control--Top View--Part 1 Of 2
Transmission Pump And Lines--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 1 Of 2
Transmission Pump And Lines--Part 2 Of 2
Transmission Pump And Lines--As Viewed From Right Hand Side Of Tractor--Part 2 Of 2
4h8461 Universal Joint Assembly
5m7962 Universal Joint Assembly
1s8754 Universal Joint Assembly
Wheel Brake

824 serial number reference

The PIN plate is a riveted metal tag on the machine frame, commonly near the operator's cab step or articulation joint area, with a duplicate reference in the operator's manual diagrams if the field plate is hard to find. Read the first 3 characters as the prefix identifying model/generation and manufacturing series, followed by a sequential unit number; on 8-character legacy formats the prefix precedes the digits directly, while 2001-and-later 17-character PINs embed the same 3-character machine-ID code within the full string.

PrefixIdentifies
29G824 (first-generation wheel dozer/tractor)
64G824 (first-generation wheel dozer/tractor)
35G824 (first-generation wheel dozer/tractor)
36H824B wheel dozer
85X824C wheel tractor/dozer
4SN824G / 824G Series II wheel dozer
ASX824H wheel dozer
234824K wheel dozer
RWB824K wheel dozer
2L4824K wheel dozer
2T2824K wheel dozer

Frequently asked questions

What engine powers the current Cat 824 wheel dozer?

The current-production 824 uses a Cat C15 ACERT diesel rated at roughly 302 kW (405 hp) net, offered in Tier 4 Final/Stage V or Tier 3/Stage IIIA-equivalent configurations depending on region.

What is the operating weight of the Cat 824 wheel dozer?

Operating weight is roughly 34,000 kg (74,966 lb) in base straight-blade trim. Exact weight varies with the blade fitted - six configurations are offered, spanning about 6.6 to 21.2 cubic yards of capacity - and with other attachments.

What replaced the Cat 824 wheel dozer?

Nothing has replaced it. The current 824 (no letter suffix) is Cat's latest-generation wheel dozer, itself a continuation of the 824K platform. Cat has reused the plain '824' name before - a distinct 1960s-70s machine, then the 824B through 824H generations - but today's 824 is the newest link in that lineage, not a superseded model.

What 824 owners discuss

How does the 824/824K ride and handle compared to a track dozer, and does that affect fine grading?
Wheel dozers on rubber ride noticeably rougher over uneven ground than a track dozer, and operators say holding a tight finish grade takes more finesse because the machine bounces more and articulation steering wanders more than track steering does. Many sites use the 824/824K to sweep haul roads, clean up around shovels, and push loose material at speed rather than fine-grade work - that's where the wheeled platform's mobility pays off over a track machine. New operators are often started on wheel dozers before moving to track machines once they've built a feel for grade control.
What's the reputation on the drivetrain (torque converter and transmission) on the 824K?
The 824K runs a lock-up torque converter paired with a 4-speed forward / 4-speed reverse power-shift transmission using electronic clutch pressure control and Cat's single-clutch speed-shifting, which keeps machine momentum through range changes on grade. The setup has a solid reputation when serviced on schedule. Watch the torque converter oil temperature gauge in hot climates or continuous heavy pushing - converter overheating from low fluid or a marginal cooler shows up there before anything else. Sudden shift shock, slipping, or hesitation going into gear is worth a dealer transmission/converter inspection before the clutch packs take more damage.
What Cat C15 engine quirks should I watch for on an 824/824K in dozer service?
The C15/C15 ACERT engine family used across Cat's truck and machine lines has a well-known wear pattern: injectors that go soft with age (hard starting, rough idle, extra smoke, falling fuel economy) and, on twin-turbo variants, a turbo that loses boost as it wears, showing up as sluggish response and higher fuel burn. Early ACERT-generation engines also had a factory-known issue with exhaust manifold studs (and on some builds, rocker studs) working loose, addressed in later production - worth a visual check on an older unit. None of this is unique to wheel-dozer duty, it's just how the C15 family ages under sustained load. Have your dealer verify injector, turbo, and manifold-stud condition rather than chasing symptoms with a scan tool alone.
Are there known DEF/emissions sensor headaches on Tier 4 Final 824K units?
Cat's Tier 4 Final DEF/SCR architecture, shared across its Tier 4 Final lineup including the 824K, is known to throw nuisance DEF-quality-sensor fault codes that don't reflect an actual fluid problem. Official guidance is to update engine and aftertreatment software first and verify DEF quality with a refractometer before swapping the sensor. Running the DEF tank low, leaving it empty for extended periods, or using off-spec fluid is the fastest way to trigger a derate. Keep the tank topped off during storage, use certified DEF only, and if derate codes persist, have your dealer verify the sensor and aftertreatment software level.
What do owners flag about tires and rims on the 824/824K?
Tire cost and life is the recurring gripe on any wheel dozer working in rock - cuts, chunking, and heat buildup from constant articulated steering scrub tires faster than on a straight-line hauling machine. The optional tire pressure monitoring system is worth having, since correct inflation is the single biggest lever on tire life and is hard to judge by eye on a machine this size. Match tire compound and tread to ground conditions (rock vs. dirt vs. mixed) rather than defaulting to whatever came on the machine new.
What should I check on the articulation joint and steering when buying a used 824/824K?
Check the center articulation pins and bushings for play by rocking the joint with the engine off and the machine chocked - looseness here shows up as wander under power and accelerates steering-cylinder wear. Pins and bushings need frequent grease (daily or more often in wet or dirty conditions); a machine with a skipped greasing history shows excess play well before its hour meter suggests it should. Also check the steering cylinders for rod scoring or slow drift when holding the machine against a lock stop, which points to worn cylinder seals or bushings. Have your dealer verify articulation and steering-cylinder wear on any used machine before you commit.
What else matters when shopping a used 824/824K besides the machine's condition on the lot?
Ask for service records. The 824 platform has a reputation as one of Cat's more rebuild-friendly machines, commonly getting a second or third life through scheduled engine, transmission, and hydraulic component rebuilds rather than being scrapped - so high hours alone isn't disqualifying if the rebuild history is documented. What matters more is whether major components (engine, torque converter/transmission, hydraulic pumps) were rebuilt on schedule or run to failure. Combine that with the tire/rim, articulation-pin, and DEF-system checks above, and treat a machine with no paperwork plus worn pins and tires as a walk-away rather than a negotiating point.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

Serial-range & configuration variants

This page covers the Caterpillar 824. Related factory variants of the same model family:

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