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Cat® Large Wheel Loaders set the standard for optimized productivity, minimizing downtime, enhancing operator comfort, and protecting people on your jobsite through key safety features.

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Specifications

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 2.7 kg (5.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 3.861 metric tonnes (4.256 tons).

Axles

Front

Fixed
Rear

Trunnion
Oscillation Angle

8.5°

Brakes

Brakes

ISO 3450: 2011

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS

17.2 ft 5240 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

16.6 ft 5049 mm
Ground to Top of Hood

12.7 ft 3862 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance

3.5 ft 1079 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper

12.5 ft 3795 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

17.8 ft 5425 mm
Wheel Base

15.1 ft 4600 mm
Maximum Overall Length

45.3 ft 13820 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

2 ft 596 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle

4.2 ft 1290 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift

14.8 ft 4521 mm
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level

39.9°
Rack Back Angle at Carry

49.3°
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift

21.2 ft 6470 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised

28.7 ft 8742 mm
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift

60.6°
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift

51°
Reach - Maximum Lift

8.5 ft 2583 mm
Note

Specifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS

17.2 ft 5240 mm
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks

16.6 ft 5049 mm
Ground to Top of Hood

12.7 ft 3862 mm
Ground to Bumper Clearance

3.5 ft 1079 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper

12.5 ft 3795 mm
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip

15.4 ft 4689 mm
Wheel Base

15.1 ft 4600 mm
Maximum Overall Length

42.9 ft 13084 mm
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance

2 ft 596 mm
Ground to Center of Front Axle

4.2 ft 1290 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift

7.2 ft 4044 mm
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level

40.4°
Rack Back Angle at Carry

48.8°
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift

19.7 ft 6009 mm
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised

27.2 ft 8281 mm
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift

63.7°
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift

45°
Reach - Maximum Lift

7.2 ft 2194 mm
Note

Specifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Engine

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002

786 hp 586 kW
Engine Model

Cat® C27
Emissions

Option 1 - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Rated Speed

1800 r/min 1800 r/min
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

801 hp 597 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - Standard Ambient

732 hp 546 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - High Ambient

681 hp 508 kW
Emissions

Option 2 - Emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2
Rated Speed

1800 r/min
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002

752 hp 561 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

766 hp 571 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - Standard Ambient

699 hp 521 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - High Ambient

648 hp 483 kW
Bore

5.4 in 137.2 mm
Stroke

6 in 152.4 mm
Displacement

1649.5 in³ 27.03 l
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm

2624 lb/ft 3557 N·m
Torque Rise

18 % 18 %
Note

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

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back

4.3 s 4.3 s
Raise

8.6 s 8.6 s
Dump

2.9 s 2.9 s
Lower

3.7 s 3.7 s
Lower Float Down

3.7 s 3.7 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket

13.8 s 13.8 s

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit

Positive flow control
Lift/Tilt System

Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm

240 gal/min 910 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt

4786 psi 33000 kPa
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke

235 mm × 1287 mm (9.3 in × 50.7 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke

292.1 mm × 820 mm (11.5 in × 32.3 in)
Pilot System

Open loop and pressure reducing
Pilot Relief Setting

507 psi 3500 kPa

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit

Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump

Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm

96.2 gal/min 364 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering

5004 psi 34500 kPa
Total Steering Angle

70°

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight - Standard

178517 lb 80974 kg
Bucket Capacity Range

8.6 m³ – 10.0 m³ (11.25 yd³ – 13.0 yd³)
Rated Payload - Standard

17.5 ton (US) 15.9 t
Rated Payload - High Lift

17.5 ton (US) 15.9 t
Cat Truck Match - Standard

773-775
Cat Truck Match - High Lift

775-777

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank

281 gal (US) 1064 l
Cooling System

54.9 gal (US) 208 l
Engine Crankcase

20 gal (US) 75.7 l
Transmission

29.1 gal (US) 110 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front

71.6 gal (US) 271 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear

68.9 gal (US) 261 l
Hydraulic System Factory Fill

210 gal (US) 795 l
Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan

68.9 gal (US) 261 l
Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking

34.9 gal (US) 132 l
Note

Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, API CK-4, and/or ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006.

Sound Performance - Tier 2

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)

116 dB(A) 116 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*

114 dB(A) 114 dB(A)
Note (1)

*Sound suppression equipped
Note (2)

The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (3)

The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)

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 4 Final / Stage V

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)

116 dB(A) 116 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*

72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*

114 dB(A) 114 dB(A)
Note (1)

*Sound suppression equipped
Note (2)

The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (3)

The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)

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.

Transmission

Transmission Type

Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1

4.6 mile/h 7.4 km/h
Forward - 2

8.2 mile/h 13.2 km/h
Forward - 3

14.5 mile/h 23.3 km/h
Reverse - 1

5.1 mile/h 8.15 km/h
Reverse - 2

9.1 mile/h 14.6 km/h
Reverse - 3

16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1

Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2

8.2 mile/h 13.2 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3

14.5 mile/h 23.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1

5.1 mile/h 8.15 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2

9.1 mile/h 14.6 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3

16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
Note

Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.

Benefits

Cat C27 engine is built and tested to meet your most demanding applications.
Long engine life and improved fuel efficiency with reduced rated speed.
Designed for long life, rebuildability, and high resale value.
Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™).
Moves more material more efficiently with improved power and control.
Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.

Two engine emission options are available that meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards or U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II equivalent.
More payload per pass on truck-loading applications with Performance Series Buckets.
Payload increase to optimize pass on 775 trucks.
Positive Flow Control (PFC) hydraulic system helps increase efficiency, bucket feel, and responsiveness with consistent performance.
Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through a Z-bar linkage.
Planetary power shift transmission for maximum uptime.
Convenient, responsive, electro-hydraulic controls increase operator productivity.
Superior digging, high bucket fill factors, reduced dig times.
Integrated steering and transmission controls.
Operators can check tire pressure during operation with any change sending a fault code to VisionLink®, helping to prevent premature tire failure.

Increased efficiency material per gallon of fuel.
Economy mode for reduced rated engine speed and reduced fuel consumption.
Positive flow-control hydraulics for full flow on demand at low engine speeds.
Engine Idle Shutdown for less fuel used while idling.
Fully integrated electronic engine controls help make your fuel go farther.

Developed to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
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.
Detect helps enhance awareness of the environment around working equipment and provides alerts to help keep people and assets safe on the jobsite.
VisionLink wirelessly connects you to your equipment, giving you access to essential information you need to know to run your business.
Gain valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing.
Optional Advanced Productivity subscription helps provide comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.

*Not legal for trade

10% lower maintenance costs.
Grouped service points.
Electro-hydraulic controls.
Swing-out engine compartment service doors.
Ecology drains to prevent spills.
Ground level access to transmission control valves.
Vehicle Information Management System (VIMS™) notifications to resolve problems before failure.
Long life, rebuildability, and high resale value.

Standard stairway lighting.
Left- and right-hand stairs with 45-degree angle.
Standard Cat Vision, rear vision camera system.
Pressurized cabin with filtered and reduced sound levels.

World-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
Premium seat with heated and actively cooled leather, adjustable lumbar support, air adjustable bolsters on the seat and backrest, seat cushion tilt adjustment, and adjustable-length seat cushion.
Easy-to-reach levers and controls with seat-mounted implement pod to reduce fatigue.
Ergonomic switch placement and displays with large backlit switches, LED indicators, and ISO symbols.
Optional heated mirrors.
Two-position rocker switch activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
Reduced vibrations from isolated cab mounts and seat air suspension.
Automatic cab temperature controls.
Achieve precise positioning for easy loading in tight areas with 35 degrees of steering articulation.
Precise machine control by load-sensing hydraulic steering system.

Designed to meet the demands of millyard applications.
Designed for durability, ensuring availability in multiple life cycles.
Equipped with Economy Mode to save on fuel consumption by the use of On Demand Throttle.
Equipped with Impleller Clutch Torque Convereter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS) to reduce tire slippage and fuel efficiency.
Full hydraulic flow down to 1,400 engine rpm by using hydraulic flow sharing technology.
Equipped with 45 degree angle access ladders and standard Cat Vision for enhanced safety.
Cat forks are designed for maximum productivity and durability.
Integrates front camera mounting location for maximum visibility to the entire fork tips during truck unloading.

World-class safety, operator comfort and efficiency in pit digging and skull handling applications.
Efficiency of manual throttle and ergonomics of throttle lock.
Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through a Z-bar design.
Equipped with extra heat protection to key hoses and harnesses for improved reliability.

World-class transmission for long life and consistent, smooth shifting; specifically designed for mining applications.
Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
Advanced Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS) reduce tire slippage and wear, improve fuel efficiency, and reduce cost-per-ton.
Linkage pin joints have optional auto-lube system to ensure long life.
Frame resists torsional shock and twisting forces.
Heavy-duty steering cylinder mounts and axle mounting ensure increased structural integrity.

Equipment Info

NOTE

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

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature control

POWERTRAIN

Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, oil-disc

ELECTRICAL

Alarm, back-up

OTHER

Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner

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