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Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement
The Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement is a wheel loader with an operating weight of 204,693 lb (92,847.19 kg), and a 699 hp engine.
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204,693lb
92,847.19kg
Engine power
699hp
521.3kW
Net Power ◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · very large wheel loaders
Among 45 very large wheel loaders (>150,000 lb), the Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement sits in the middle of its class:
- Operating weight 204,690 lb lighter than 60% (n=45)
- Engine power 699 hp less powerful than 66% (n=41)
01 Engine Specification
| Net Power | 699hp | 521.3kw |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Speed | 1800rpm | |
| Displacement | 1649.5cu in | 27.1L |
| Torque Rise | 18% | |
| Bore | 5.4in | 137.2mm |
| Stroke | 6in | 152.4mm |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/Tier 2 Equivalent | |
| Net Power - Sae J1349 | 699hp | 521.3kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C27 ACERT | |
| Peak Torque - 1,200 Rpm | 2624lb ft | 3557.7Nm |
| Gross - Iso 14396 | 752hp | 560.8kw |
| Rated Speed - Gross - Iso 14396 | 752hp | 560.8kw |
| Rated Speed - Gross - Sae J1995 | 766hp | 571.3kw |
| Rated Speed - Net Power - Sae J1349 - Standard Ambient | 699hp | 521.3kw |
| Rated Speed - Net Power - Sae J1349 - High Ambient | 648hp | 483.3kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 204693lb | 92847.2kg |
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03 Transmission Specification
| Transmission Type | Cat planetary power shift | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward - 1 | 4.5mph | 7.3km/h |
| Forward - 2 | 8.3mph | 13.4km/h |
| Forward - 3 | 14.2mph | 22.9km/h |
| Note | Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires. | |
| Reverse - 1 | 4.9mph | 7.9km/h |
| Reverse - 2 | 9.1mph | 14.7km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 3 | 15.2mph | 24.5km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 3 | 16.4mph | 26.4km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 2 | 8.5mph | 13.7km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 2 | 9.6mph | 15.5km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 1 | Lock-up disabled | |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 1 | 5.4mph | 8.7km/h |
| Reverse - 3 | 15.5mph | 25km/h |
04 Buckets Specification
| Bucket Capacities | 8.6-9.2 m3 (11.2-12.0 yd3) |
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05 Axles Specification
| Front | Fixed | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear | Trunnion | |
| Oscillation Angle | 8.5 degrees |
06 Brakes Specification
| Brakes | SAE J1473 OCT90, ISO 3450:1992 |
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07 Operating Specifications Specification
| Bucket Capacity Range | 8.6 m3-9.2 m3 (11.25 yd3-12.0 yd3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Cat Truck Match - Standard | 773-775 | |
| Rated Payload | 38580.9lb | 17500kg |
| Rated Payload - Standard | 38580.9lb | 17500kg |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 54.9gal | 207.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 294.3gal | 1114.1L |
| Engine Crankcase | 20gal | 75.8L |
| Transmission | 29.1gal | 110.2L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 71.6gal | 271.1L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 68.9gal | 260.9L |
| Hydraulic System Factory Fill | 210gal | 795L |
| Hydraulic Tank - Implement And Hydraulic Fan | 68.9gal | 260.9L |
| Hydraulic Tank - Steering And Braking | 34.9gal | 132.2L |
09 Hydraulic Cycle Times Specification
| Raise | 9.4 s | |
|---|---|---|
| Dump | 2.9 s | |
| Lower Float Down | 3.6 s | |
| Rack Back | 4.8 s | |
| Lower | 3.7 s | |
| Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket | 15.9 s |
10 Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt Specification
| Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | Positive flow control | |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4786 psi | |
| Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore And Stroke | 254 mm 1264 mm (10.0 in 49.8 in) | |
| Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore And Stroke | 317.5 mm 819 mm (12.5 in 32.2 in) | |
| Pilot System | Open loop and pressure reducing | |
| Lift/Tilt System | Variable displacement piston | |
| Relief Valve Setting | 507 psi | |
| Maximum Flow At 1,800 Rpm (1) | 22.2 gal/min | |
| Maximum Flow At 1,800 Rpm (2) | 216 gal/min |
11 Hydraulic System - Steering Specification
| Steering System - Circuit | Pilot, load sensing | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering System - Pump | Piston, variable displacement | |
| Relief Valve Setting - Steering | 4641 psi | |
| Maximum Flow At 1,400 Rpm | 94.5 gal/min |
12 Sound Performance - Standard Specification
| Machine Sound Level (Iso 6395:2008) | 115 dB(A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Operator Sound Level (Iso 6396:2008) | 69 dB(A) |
13 Sound Performance - Suppression Specification
| Operator Sound Level (Iso 6396:2008) | 69 dB(A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Sound Level (Iso 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) |
14 Dimensions - Standard Lift - Approximate Specification
| Ground To Top Of Rops | 17.2ft in | 5.3m |
|---|---|---|
| Ground To Top Of Exhaust Stacks | 16.6ft in | 5.1m |
| Ground To Top Of Hood | 12.7ft in | 3.9m |
| Ground To Bumper Clearance | 3.5ft in | 1.1m |
| Rear Axle - Centerline To Bumper | 12.5ft in | 3.9m |
| Front Axle Centerline To Bucket Tip | 14.2ft in | 4.4m |
| Wheel Base | 15.1ft in | 4.7m |
| Maximum Overall Length | 41.8ft in | 12.8m |
| Ground To Lower Hitch Clearance | 2ft in | 0.7m |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift | 13.4ft in | 4.1m |
| Rack Back Angle - Ground Level | 40.4 degrees | |
| Rack Back Angle - Carry | 48.8 degrees | |
| B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 19.2ft in | 5.9m |
| Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised | 27ft in | 8.3m |
| Rack Angle At Maximum Lift | 63.7 degrees | |
| Dump Angle At Maximum Lift | 47.4 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift | 7.2ft in | 2.2m |
| Ground To Center Of Front Axle | 3.9ft in | 1.2m |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement wheel loader weigh?
- A Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement wheel loader has an operating weight of 204,693 lb (92,847.2 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement wheel loader have?
- A Caterpillar 990K Steel Mill Arrangement wheel loader is powered by a Cat C27 ACERT engine producing 699 hp (521.3 kW).
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