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Large Wheel Loaders

986

986

Large Wheel Loaders

Cat® Large Wheel Loaders are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to move more material efficiently and safely at a lower cost per ton. The 986 builds upon this legacy of durability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability and sustainability.

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002

449 hp/335 kW

Engine Model

Cat® C15

Peak Power Speed

1600

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

456 hp/340 kW

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Key Features

PROVEN RELIABILITY

LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY

POWERFUL EFFICIENCY

PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY

SAFETY FIRST

SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS

Specifications

Metric | Imperial

Engine

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002

449 hp 335 kW

Engine Model

Cat® C15

Peak Power Speed

1600

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

456 hp 340 kW

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011

373 hp 278 kW

Rated Speed

2000

Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269

373 hp 278 kW

Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249

373 hp 278 kW

Bore

5.4 in 137 mm

Stroke

6.75 in 171.5 mm

Displacement

927 in² 15.2 l

Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) - SAE J1995:2014

1778 lb/ft 2411 N·m

Torque Rise

16%

Note (1)

Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.

Note (2)

Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight - Standard

97785 lb 44355 kg

Bucket Capacity Range

5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³)

Operating Weight - High Lift

104005 lb 47175 kg

Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)

11 ton (US) 10 t

Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)

14 ton (US) 12.7 t

Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face)

11 ton (US) 10 t

Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift)

12.1 ton (US) 11 t

Cat Truck Match - Standard

770/735/740/745

Cat Truck Match - High Lift

772/773

Transmission

Transmission Type

Cat planetary power shift

Forward - 1

5 mile/h 7.3 km/h

Forward - 2

8 mile/h 12.2 km/h

Direct Drive - Forward 2

8 mile/h 12.7 km/h

Direct Drive - Forward 3

14 mile/h 22 km/h

Direct Drive - Forward 4

24 mile/h 39 km/h

Reverse - 1

5 mile/h 7.6 km/h

Reverse - 2

8 mile/h 13.6 km/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 2

9 mile/h 14.1 km/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 3

16 mile/h 25 km/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 4

25.4 mile/h 40.8 km/h

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit

Load Sense

Lift/Tilt System - Pump

2 × 110 cc variable displacement

Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm

123 gpm 470 L/min

Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt

4050 psi 27900 kPa

Lift Cylinder - Bore

7.5 in 190 mm

Lift Cylinder - Stroke

45 in 1138 mm

Tilt Cylinder - Bore

6.7 in 170 mm

Tilt Cylinder - Stroke

28.4 in 722 mm

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back

4.5 s 4.5 s

Raise

9 s 9 s

Dump

3.5 s 3.5 s

Lower

5.2 s 5.2 s

Lower Float Down

4.3 s 4.3 s

Total Hydraulic Cycle Time

21.3 s 21.3 s

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit

Load Sense

Steering System - Pump

Piston, variable displacement

Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm

52 gpm 200 L/min

Steering Cut Off Pressure

4000 psi 27600 kPa

Total Steering Angle

70°

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning

The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).

Axles

Front

Fixed

Rear

Trunnion

Oscillation Angle

±12.5°

Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement

±8.5°

Brakes

ISO 3450:2011

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS

ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank

141 gal (US) 535 l

Fuel Tank - Short Lift

127 gal (US) 481 l

Cooling Systems

26 gal (US) 100 l

Crankcase

9 gal (US) 34 l

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank

6 gal (US) 23 l

Transmission

20 gal (US) 75 l

Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front

49 gal (US) 186 l

Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear

45 gal (US) 170 l

Hydraulic System Factory Fill

87 gal (US) 330 l

Hydraulic System - Tank Only

34 gal (US) 130 l

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

73 dB(A) 73 dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)

113 dB(A) 113 dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**

110 dB(A) 110 dB(A)

Note (1)

* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”

Note (2)

** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.

Note (3)

The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (4)

The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (5)

Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

74 dB(A) 74 dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)

113 dB(A) 113 dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

73 dB(A) 73 dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**

110 dB(A) 110 dB(A)

Note (1)

* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”

Note (2)

** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.

Note (3)

The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (4)

The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (5)

Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS

13.5 ft 4100 mm

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

13.3 ft 4060 mm

Ground to Top of Hood

10.7 ft 3270 mm

Ground to Center of Front Axle

3.2 ft 978 mm

Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance

2.3 ft 691 mm

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

1.5 ft 459 mm

Reach - Maximum Lift

7.1 ft 2175 mm

Clearance at Maximum Lift

10.1 ft 3079 mm

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift

16.1 ft 4912 mm

Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised

22.4 ft 6817 mm

Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper

10.3 ft 3132 mm

Wheel Base

12.5 ft 3810 mm

Maximum Overall Length

36.6 ft 11143 mm

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

13.8 ft 4201 mm

Note

All dimensions are approximate.
Specifications are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS

13.5 ft 4100 mm

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

13.3 ft 4060 mm

Ground to Top of Hood

10.7 ft 3270 mm

Ground to Center of Front Axle

3.2 ft 978 mm

Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance

2.3 ft 691 mm

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

1.5 ft 459 mm

Reach - Maximum Lift

7.4 ft 2248 mm

Clearance at Maximum Lift

11.6 ft 3538 mm

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift

17.6 ft 5371 mm

Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised

23.9 ft 7276 mm

Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper

10.3 ft 3132 mm

Wheel Base

12.5 ft 3810 mm

Maximum Overall Length

38 ft 11591 mm

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

15.3 ft 4649 mm

Note

All dimensions are approximate.
Specifications are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) Bucket

Ground to Top of ROPS

13.5 ft 4100 mm

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

13.3 ft 4060 mm

Ground to Top of Hood

10.7 ft 3270 mm

Ground to Center of Rear Axle

3.2 ft 978 mm

Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance

2.3 ft 691 mm

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

1.5 ft 459 mm

Reach at Maximum Lift

8.0 ft 2437 mm

Clearance at Maximum Lift

10.7 ft 3259 mm

B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift

15.0 ft 4566 mm

Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised

20.9 ft 6359 mm

Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper

10.3 ft 3132 mm

Wheel Base

12.5 ft 3810 mm

Maximum Overall Length

35.0 ft 10671 mm

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

12.2 ft 3729 mm

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork

Ground to Top of ROPS

13.5 ft 4100 mm

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

13.3 ft 4060 mm

Ground to Top of Hood

10.7 ft 3270 mm

Ground to Center of Rear Axle

3.2 ft 978 mm

Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance

2.3 ft 691 mm

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

1.5 ft 459 mm

B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift

15.0 ft 4566 mm

Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper

10.3 ft 3132 mm

Wheel Base

12.5 ft 3810 mm

Maximum Overall Length

35.4 ft 10776 mm

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

12.6 ft 3834 mm

Equipment

Standard Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

ELECTRICAL

Alarm, back-up
Alternator, single 145 amp
Batteries, maintenance-free
Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
Starting and charging system, 24V
Auxiliary jump start receptacle

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
Air conditioner
Cat Vision, rear vision camera system
Cat Production Measurement ready
Cab precleaner
Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) and power port
Controls, lift and tilt function
Heater, defroster
Horn, electric
Instrumentation, gauges:
– Coolant temperature
– Fuel level
– DEF level
– Hydraulic oil temperature
– Powertrain oil temperature
Light, cab, dome
Lunchbox, beverage holders
Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable
Seat belt minder
Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) System
UV glass
Transmission gear indicator
Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear):
– Intermittent front and rear wipers
Lights, directional

POWERTRAIN

Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
Case drain screens
Crankcase guard
Electro hydraulic parking brake
Engine, C15 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
Ground level engine shutdown switch
Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
Starting aid, ether, automatic
Torque converter, Neutralizer
Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control
Manual switch and automatic fuel priming

OTHER

Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
Hydraulically driven demand fan
Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
Doors, service access (locking)
Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
Fuel tank, 535 L (141 gal)
Hitch, drawbar with pin
Hoses, Cat XT™
Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
Cat® Clean Emission Module
Oil sampling valves
Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
Rear access to cab and service platform
Steering, load sensing
Toe kicks
Vandalism protection caplocks