CONEXPO Video: Cat D8T Enhanced Autoshift Lets Dozer Perform in 6- or 9-speed Mode

Cat's enhanced autoshift on the D8T inserts speeds in between the three major gears for a smoother transition between speeds and improves fuel economy

Mar 6, 2014

Cat's enhanced autoshift on the D8T inserts speeds in between the three major gears for a smoother transition between speeds and improves fuel economy

D8T Track-Type Tractor

 

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