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Caterpillar 906 Wheel Loader

The CAT 906 has an operating weight of 12,650 lb and a 68 hp engine, with a 1.2 cu yd bucket.

Updated October 2026

68 HP12,650 lbsSmall Class1998-2026Est. $61,500 – $150,000
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Representative wheel loader. Not a specific unit for sale.

How much is a used CAT 906 worth?

HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 906 at $61,500–$150,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).

HeavyDutyYard estimate
$61,500–$150,000
USD

Not yet checked against recent sales. Year, hours and condition decide where a unit lands.

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About the Caterpillar 906 Wheel Loader

The Caterpillar 906 Wheel Loader is a small-class wheel loader built 1998-2026.

Owners mostly put it to work on loading and hauling, material handling, light landscaping.

Specifications

Engine & Power

Engine
Caterpillar
Horsepower
68 HP
Fuel Tank
13.7 gal

Dimensions & Weight

Operating Weight
12650 lbs

Performance

Bucket Capacity
1.2 cu yd
Breakout Force
48000 lbs
Dump Clearance
8.5 ft

Configuration

Size Class
Small
Years Produced
1998-2026

Weight, power, and capacity figures checked October 2026 against 906M. Older or newer generations of this model may differ.

Common Applications

  • Loading and hauling
  • Material handling
  • Light landscaping

Popular Attachments

Multi-bucketGrain bucketPallet forks

Common Configurations

Standard bucketHigh-lift mastSealed and supercharged

How It Compares

SpecCaterpillar 906 Wheel LoaderJohn Deere 244L Wheel LoaderKomatsu WA200 Wheel LoaderVolvo L25 Wheel Loader
Engine HP68 HP71 HP130 HP63.5 HP
Op. Weight12,650 lbs12,258 lbs25,350 lbs10,847 lbs
Bucket Capacity1.212.61.31
Est. Price Low$61,500$73,500$81,500$77,500
Est. Price High$150,000$180,000$200,000$190,000

Against the John Deere 244L, the CAT 906 is 392 lb heavier, has 3 less hp and has 0.2 cu yd more bucket capacity.

Against the Komatsu WA200, the CAT 906 is 12,700 lb lighter, has 62 less hp and has 1.4 cu yd less bucket capacity.

Against the Volvo L25, the CAT 906 is 1,803 lb heavier, has 4.5 more hp and has 0.11 cu yd less bucket capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the CAT 906 weigh?

The CAT 906 has an operating weight of 12,650 lb and a 68 hp engine. Cab, counterweight, tracks, and attachments can move the real weight of a given unit up or down from this spec figure, so check the serial plate or the OEM spec sheet for the exact build before booking transport.

How much is a used CAT 906 worth?

HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 906 at $61,500–$150,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).

Where can I sell my CAT 906?

Send HeavyDutyYard the year, hours, and condition of your CAT 906 and we reply within one business day. We make cash offers on some machines; otherwise we list yours free on the HeavyDutyYard marketplace, where we review every listing and screen buyer messages before they reach you. Transport is coordinated when we buy.

What is the CAT 906 used for?

The Caterpillar 906 Wheel Loader is commonly used for loading and hauling, material handling, light landscaping.