| Make | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3044C DIT |
| Gross Power | 72.4 hp | 54 kw |
| Net Power | 71.1 hp | 53 kw |
| Aspiration | turbocharged |
| Operational Weight | 7006.3 lb | 3178 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal | 90 L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.6 gal | 10 L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.6 gal | 10 L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 13.7 gal | 52 L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 1.8 gal | 7 L |
| Max Speed | 7.6 mph | 12.2 km/h |
| Tire Size | 12x16.5 10PR |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps |
| Operating Load Rating | 1748.3 lb | 793 kg |
| Tipping Load | 3496.5 lb | 1586 kg |
| Breakout Force | 5482.9 lb | 2487 kg |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 21.9 gal/min | 83 L/min |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9 psi | 23000 kPa |
| Length with Bucket | 11.5 ft in | 3515 mm |
| Length w/o Bucket | 9.2 ft in | 2800 mm |
| Width Over Tires | 5.5 ft in | 1676 mm |
| Height to Top of Cab | 6.9 ft in | 2092 mm |
| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 7.9 ft in | 2398 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.7 ft in | 1134 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 21.3 in | 541 mm |
| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 63.9 in | 1623 mm |
| Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 82.6 in | 2097 mm |