Specification sheet Wheel Loader Ref caterpillar-986k-wheel-loader
Caterpillar 986K
The Caterpillar 986K is a wheel loader with an operating weight of 98,806 lb (44,817.66 kg), and a 373 hp engine.
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
98,806lb
44,817.66kg
Engine power
373hp
278.2kW
Net Power ◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · large wheel loaders
Among 39 large wheel loaders (90,000–150,000 lb), the Caterpillar 986K sits below the median for its class:
- Operating weight 98,810 lb lighter than 72% (n=39)
- Engine power 373 hp less powerful than 89% (n=37)
01 Engine Specification
| Net Power | 373hp | 278.2kw |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 927cu in | 15.2L |
| Torque Rise | 16% | |
| Bore | 5.4in | 137.2mm |
| Stroke | 6.8in | 171.5mm |
| Emissions | Tier 4 Final/Stage IV, or China Nonroad StageIII and Brazil MAR-1 equivalent to Tier 3 andStage IIIA | |
| Engine Model | Cat C15 ACERT | |
| Gross Power - Iso 14396 | 449hp | 334.9kw |
| Peak Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 1778lb ft | 2410.7Nm |
| Peak Power Speed - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995 (Din) | 462hp | 344.6kw |
| Peak Power Speed - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 14396 | 449hp | 334.9kw |
| Peak Power Speed - 1,600 Rpm - Iso 14396 (Din) | 455hp | 339.3kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 (Din) | 378hp | 281.9kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Iso 9249 | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Iso 9249 (Din) | 378hp | 281.9kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 373hp | 278.2kw |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 Rpm - Sae J1349 (Din) | 378hp | 281.9kw |
| Peak Power Speed - 1,600 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 456hp | 340.1kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 98806lb | 44817.7kg |
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03 Transmission Specification
| Transmission Type | Cat Planetary Power Shift | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward - 1 | 5mph | 8.1km/h |
| Forward - 2 | 8mph | 12.9km/h |
| Reverse - 1 | 5mph | 8.1km/h |
| Reverse - 2 | 8mph | 12.9km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 3 | 14mph | 22.6km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 3 | 16mph | 25.8km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 4 | 24mph | 38.7km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 2 | 8mph | 12.9km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 2 | 9mph | 14.5km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 4 | 25.4mph | 40.9km/h |
04 Buckets Specification
| Bucket Capacities | 5-10.3 m (6.5-13.5 yd) |
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05 Axles Specification
| Front | Fixed | |
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| Rear | Trunnion | |
| Oscillation Angle | 12.5 degrees | |
| Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement | 8.5 degrees |
06 Brakes Specification
| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 |
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07 Operating Specifications Specification
| Bucket Capacity Range | 5-10.3 m (6.5-13.5 yd) | |
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| Cat Truck Match - Standard | 770/735/740/745 | |
| Cat Truck Match - High Lift | 772/773 | |
| Rated Payload - Quarry Face | 22000lb | 9979.1kg |
| Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) | 28000lb | 12700.6kg |
| Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift) | 24200lb | 10977kg |
| Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) | 22000lb | 9979.1kg |
| Rated Payload - Standard (Loose Material) | 28000lb | 12700.6kg |
| Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face) | 22000lb | 9979.1kg |
| Rated Payload - High Lift (Loose Material) | 24200lb | 10977kg |
| Operating Weight - Standard | 97785lb | 44354.6kg |
| Operating Weight - High Lift | 104005lb | 47175.9kg |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Fuel Tank | 141gal | 533.8L |
|---|---|---|
| Crankcase | 9gal | 34.1L |
| Transmission | 20gal | 75.8L |
| Hydraulic System Factory Fill | 87gal | 329.4L |
| Hydraulic System - Tank Only | 34gal | 128.8L |
| Cooling Systems | 26gal | 98.5L |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (For Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv Only) | 6gal | 22.8L |
| Axle Oil - Differentials And Final Drives - Front | 49gal | 185.5L |
| Axle Oil - Differentials And Final Drives - Rear | 45gal | 170.4L |
| Fuel Tank - Short Lift | 127gal | 480.8L |
09 Hydraulic Cycle Times Specification
| Raise | 9 s | |
|---|---|---|
| Dump | 3.5 s | |
| Lower Float Down | 4.3 s | |
| Rack Back | 4.5 s | |
| Lower | 5.2 s | |
| Total Hydraulic Cycle Time | 21.3 s |
10 Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt Specification
| Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | Load Sense | |
|---|---|---|
| Lift/Tilt System - Pump | 2 110 cc variable displacement | |
| Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4050 psi | |
| Maximum Flow At 2,165 Rpm | 123 gal/min | |
| Tilt Cylinder - Stroke | 28.4in | 721.4mm |
| Lift Cylinder - Bore | 7.5in | 190.5mm |
| Lift Cylinder - Stroke | 45in | 1143mm |
| Tilt Cylinder - Bore | 6.7in | 170.2mm |
11 Hydraulic System - Steering Specification
| Iso 5010:2007 - Steering System - Circuit | Load Sense | |
|---|---|---|
| Iso 5010:2007 - Steering System - Pump | Piston, variable displacement | |
| Iso 5010:2007 - Total Steering Angle | 70 degrees | |
| Iso 5010:2007 - Maximum Flow At 1,400 Rpm | 52 gal/min | |
| Iso 5010:2007 - Steering Cutoff Pressure | 4000 psi |
12 Air Conditioning System Specification
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes. |
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13 Operator'S Cab Specification
| Rops/Fops | ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS) |
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14 Sound Performance - Standard Specification
| Note | <ul><li>The operator sound pressure level was measured according to thetest procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. Themeasurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.</li><li>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.</li><li>The machine sound power level was measured according to thetest procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. Themeasurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.</li></ul> | |
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| Operator Sound Level (Iso 6396) | 72 dB(A) | |
| Machine Sound Level (Iso 6395) | 112 dB(A) |
15 Sound Performance - Suppression Specification
| Note | <ul><li>The operator sound pressure level was measured according to thetest procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. Themeasurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.</li><li>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.</li><li>The machine sound power level was measured according to thetest procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. Themeasurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.</li></ul> | |
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| Operator Sound Level (Iso 6396) | 72 dB(A) | |
| Machine Sound Level (Iso 6395) | 110 dB(A) |
16 Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage Specification
| Ground To Top Of Rops | 13.5ft in | 4.2m |
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| Ground To Top Of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3ft in | 4.1m |
| Ground To Top Of Hood | 10.7ft in | 3.3m |
| Ground To Center Of Front Axle | 3.2ft in | 1m |
| Ground To Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5ft in | 0.5m |
| Reach - Maximum Lift | 7.4ft in | 2.3m |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift | 11.6ft in | 3.6m |
| B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 17.6ft in | 5.4m |
| Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised | 23.9ft in | 7.3m |
| Rear Axle - Centerline To Bumper | 10.3ft in | 3.2m |
| Wheel Base | 12.5ft in | 3.9m |
| Maximum Overall Length | 38ft in | 11.6m |
| Front Axle Centerline To Bucket Tip | 15.3ft in | 4.7m |
| Note | <ul><li>All dimensions are approximate.</li><li>Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m (8.0 yd) rock bucket.</li></ul> |
17 Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage Specification
| Ground To Top Of Rops | 13.5ft in | 4.2m |
|---|---|---|
| Ground To Top Of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3ft in | 4.1m |
| Ground To Top Of Hood | 10.7ft in | 3.3m |
| Ground To Center Of Front Axle | 3.2ft in | 1m |
| Ground To Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5ft in | 0.5m |
| Reach - Maximum Lift | 7.1ft in | 2.2m |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift | 10.1ft in | 3.1m |
| B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 16.1ft in | 5m |
| Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised | 22.4ft in | 6.9m |
| Rear Axle - Centerline To Bumper | 10.3ft in | 3.2m |
| Wheel Base | 12.5ft in | 3.9m |
| Maximum Overall Length | 36.6ft in | 11.2m |
| Front Axle Centerline To Bucket Tip | 13.8ft in | 4.3m |
| Note | <ul><li>All dimensions are approximate.</li><li>Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m (8.0 yd) rock bucket.</li></ul> |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 986K wheel loader weigh?
- A Caterpillar 986K wheel loader has an operating weight of 98,806 lb (44,817.7 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 986K wheel loader have?
- A Caterpillar 986K wheel loader is powered by a Cat C15 ACERT engine producing 373 hp (278.2 kW).
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