986 Wheel Loader

Large Wheel Loaders
986 Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
986 Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
Move material safely and efficiently

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.

PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
PROVEN RELIABILITY
        
  • The highly responsive Cat C15 engine is built and tested for maximum performance.
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  • Mechanically actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI™) fuel system and ADEM™ A5 electronic control module manage fuel delivery for optimum performance and quick engine response.
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  • Available in aggregate handler configuration with 14-ton payload.
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  • System match efficiency up to 60-ton rigid-frame trucks.
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
PROVEN RELIABILITY
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
        
  • Best-in-class transmission for long life and consistent, smooth shifting; specifically designed for mining applications.
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  • Moves material more efficiently with improved power and control.
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  • Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.
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  • Transmission neutralizer pedal extends service brake life and allows full power during stationary loading.
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  • Load sense hydraulics maximize performance, lower heat and fuel consumption.
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  • Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
        
  • Up to 10% more payload per pass, higher efficiency, and improved pass match.
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  • Field-proven lift arms for enhanced strength, uptime, and excellent visibility.
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  • Load-sensing hydraulic steering with 35-degree articulation for precise positioning.
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  • Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™), combining directional, gear, and steering controls in a single joystick.
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  • Most advanced payload weight measuring system available.
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  • Performance Buckets for superior digging, higher bucket fill factors, and reduced dig times.
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  • Cat Advansys™ ground engaging tools (GET) protect components and reduce operating costs.
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  • Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area.
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  • Convenient, responsive, electro-hydraulic controls increase operator productivity.
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
        
  • Best-in-class efficiency while truck loading.
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  • Torque converter with lock-up clutch improves travel speed, cycle times.
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  • Engine Idle Shutdown saves fuel from unnecessary idling. Move up to 10% more material per gallon of fuel.
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  • Consistent performance and efficiency with lower system heat.
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
        
  • Developed to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
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  • Payload provides accurate weighing* of the materials you are loading and hauling. Payload data is displayed in real-time to improve productivity and reduce overloading.
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  • Detect enhances awareness of the environment around working equipment and provides alerts to help keep people and assets safe on the jobsite.
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  • VisionLink® wirelessly connects you to your equipment, giving you access to essential information you need to know to run your business.
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  • Gain valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing.
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  • Optional Advanced Productivity subscription provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
*Not legal for trade
SAFETY FIRST
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
SAFETY FIRST
        
  • Standard stairway lighting.
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  • Left- and right-hand stairs with 45-degree angle.
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  • Rear vision camera system.
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  • Large front and side windows.
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  • Pressurized cabin with filtered and reduced sound levels.
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
SAFETY FIRST
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
        
  • Up to 10% lower maintenance costs.
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  • Advanced filtration system for extended performance.
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  • Extended service intervals for fluids and filters.
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  • Ground level or platform access to transmission control valves.
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  • Grouped service points.
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  • Centralized, ground level grease points and remote pressure taps.
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  • Ground electrical service center.
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  • Reduced waste with maintenance-free or extended-maintenance batteries.
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  • Swing-out engine compartment service doors.
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  • Tire pressure monitoring to enhance tire life.
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  • Longer life, rebuildability, and high resale value.
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  • Electro-hydraulic controls.
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
        
  • Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
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  • Integrated steering and transmission controls.
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  • Convenient, automatic, inside-the-cab implement kickouts.
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  • Easy-to-use soft detent controls.
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  • Comfort Series III seats with extra thick, contoured cushions.
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  • Air suspension system.
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  • Easy-to-reach levers and controls with six-way adjustment.
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  • Seat-mounted implement pod with STIC steering.
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  • Ergonomic switch placement and displays with large backlit switches and LED indicators.
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  • Two-position rocker switch activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
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  • Automatic cab temperature controls.
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  • Precise machine control by load-sensing hydraulic steering system.
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  • Fold-up STIC steer/armrest.
PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
Block Handler
        
  • Delivers stability and durability with an optimized counterweight for block handling applications.
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  • An additional hydraulic valve with the Quick Coupler allows the operator to switch work tools and immediately lock the work tool.
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  • Larger tilt and lift cylinders on the linkage help improve load control and ensure safe and long lasting operation.
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  • Ride control acts as a shock absorber, providing the operator with a smoother ride over rough terrain.
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  • Linkage layout designed to maximize lift capability in block handling application.
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  • High load stresses are absorbed by solid steel lift arms.
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  • Enhanced strength in key pin areas through the use of one-piece castings.
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  • Stress released lift arms increase durability and lengthen time to repair.
PROVEN RELIABILITY
986 Planetary Powershift Transmission
986 Front Linkage
986 Load Sense Hydraulics
986 Truck Loading
986 Technology Solutions
988 GC Stairway
986 Serviceability
986 Operator Station
986 Block Handler Large Wheel Loader
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Buckets
Bucket Capacities 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
Engine
Engine Model C15 Cat®
Emissions Tier 4 Final/Stage V, or China Nonroad Stage III and Brazil MAR-1 equivalent to Tier 3 and Stage IIIA
Torque Rise 16%
Operating Specifications
Bucket Capacity Range 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
Cat Truck Match - Standard 770/735/740/745
Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773
Transmission
Transmission Type Cat-Planeten-Lastschaltgetriebe
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump 2 × 110 cc variable displacement
Air Conditioning System
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.
Axles
Front Fixed
Rear Trunnion
Oscillation Angle ±12.5°
Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement ±8.5°
Brakes
Brakes ISO 3450:2011
Hydraulic System - Steering
ISO 5010:2007 - Steering System - Circuit Load Sense
ISO 5010:2007 - Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement
ISO 5010:2007 - Total Steering Angle 70°
Operator's Cab
ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)
Sound Performance - Standard
Note
  • The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
  • 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.
  • The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Sound Performance - Suppression
Note
  • The operator sound pressure level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
  • 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.
  • The machine sound power level was measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage
Note
  • All dimensions are approximate.
  • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage
Note
  • All dimensions are approximate.
  • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.
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Engine
Net Power 278 kW
Gross Power - ISO 14396 335 kW
Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 340 kW
Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 (DIN) 340 kW
Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 335 kW
Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN) 335 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 278 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 (DIN) 278 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 278 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) 278 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1349 278 kW
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1349 (DIN) 278 kW
Bore 137 mm
Stroke 171.5 mm
Displacement 15.2 l
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 2411 N·m
Operating Specifications
Operating Weight 44818 kg
Operating Weight - Standard 44355 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift 47175 kg
Rated Payload - Quarry Face 10 t
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) 12.7 t
Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift) 11 t
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) 10 t
Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance) 12.7 t
Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face) 10 t
Rated Payload - High Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance) 11 t
Transmission
Forward - 1 7.3 km/h
Forward - 2 12.2 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2 12.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3 22 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4 39 km/h
Reverse - 1 7.6 km/h
Reverse - 2 13.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 14.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 25 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4 40.8 km/h
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 470 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 27900 kPa
Lift Cylinder - Bore 190 mm
Lift Cylinder - Stroke 1138 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Bore 170 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 722 mm
Hydraulic Cycle Times
Rack Back 4.5 s
Raise 9 s
Dump 3.5 s
Lower 5.2 s
Lower Float Down 4.3 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 21.3 s
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank 535 l
Fuel Tank - Short Lift 481 l
Cooling Systems 100 l
Crankcase 34 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (For Tier 4 Final/Stage IV Only) 23 l
Transmission 75 l
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front 186 l
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear 170 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill 330 l
Hydraulic System - Tank Only 130 l
Hydraulic System - Steering
ISO 5010:2007 - Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm 200 l/min
ISO 5010:2007 - Steering Cutoff Pressure 27600 kPa
Sound Performance - Standard
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 112 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Suppression
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 110 dB(A)
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage
Ground to Top of ROPS 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood 3270 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle 978 mm
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 691 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 459 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift 2175 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift 3079 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 4912 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 6817 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 3132 mm
Wheel Base 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length 11143 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 4201 mm
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage
Ground to Top of ROPS 4100 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 4060 mm
Ground to Top of Hood 3270 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle 978 mm
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 691 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 459 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift 2248 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift 3538 mm
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 5371 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 7276 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 3132 mm
Wheel Base 3810 mm
Maximum Overall Length 11591 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 4649 mm
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NOTE
ELECTRICAL
  • - Alarm, back-up
  • - Alternator, single 145 amp
  • - Batteries, dry
  • - Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
  • - Lighting system (halogen, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
  • - Starting and charging system, 24V
  • - Starter emergency start receptacle
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • - Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
  • - Air conditioner
  • - Rear vision camera system
  • - 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
    – Power train 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
  • - STIC Control System
  • - UV glass
  • - Transmission gear indicator
  • - Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear):
    – Intermittent front and rear wipers
  • - Lights, directional
POWER TRAIN
  • - Cat Production Measurement ready
  • - 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 shutoff
  • - 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
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NOTE
POWER TRAIN
  • - –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
  • - Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
  • - Engine block heater 120V or 240V
  • - High ambient cooling – software
  • - Cat Production Measurement
MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS
  • - Front and rear roading fenders
  • - Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
  • - Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)
  • - Aggregate Handler
  • - Wheel chocks
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • - Cab powered precleaner
  • - Cat Detect Vision
  • - AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
  • - Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth
  • - LED warning strobe
  • - CB radio ready
  • - Window pull down visor
  • - Handrail mounted mirrors

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