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986 Wheel Loader
Large Wheel Loaders
Overview
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.
- 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
PROVEN RELIABILITY
- The highly responsive Cat C15 engine is built and tested for maximum performance.
- Mechanically actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI™) fuel system and ADEM™ A5 electronic control module manage fuel delivery for optimum performance and quick engine response.
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
- Best-in-class transmission for long life and consistent, smooth shifting; specifically designed for mining applications.
- Moves material more efficiently with improved power and control.
- Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
- Up to 10% more payload per pass, higher efficiency, and improved pass match.
- Field-proven lift arms for enhanced strength, uptime, and excellent visibility.
- Load-sensing hydraulic steering with 35-degree articulation for precise positioning.
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
- Best-in-class efficiency while truck loading.
- Torque converter with lock-up clutch improves travel speed, cycle times.
- Engine Idle Shutdown saves fuel from unnecessary idling. Move up to 10% more material per gallon of fuel.
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
- 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.
SAFETY FIRST
- Standard stairway lighting.
- Left- and right-hand stairs with 45-degree angle.
- Rear vision camera system.
- Large front and side windows.
- Pressurized cabin with filtered and reduced sound levels.
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- Up to 10% lower maintenance costs.
- Advanced filtration system for extended performance.
- Extended service intervals for fluids and filters.
- Ground level or platform access to transmission control valves.
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
- Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
- Integrated steering and transmission controls.
- Convenient, automatic, inside-the-cab implement kickouts.
- Easy-to-use soft detent controls.
PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
Block Handler
- Delivers stability and durability with an optimized counterweight for block handling applications.
- An additional hydraulic valve with the Quick Coupler allows the operator to switch work tools and immediately lock the work tool.
PROVEN RELIABILITY
- The highly responsive Cat C15 engine is built and tested for maximum performance.
- Mechanically actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI™) fuel system and ADEM™ A5 electronic control module manage fuel delivery for optimum performance and quick engine response.
- Available in aggregate handler configuration with 14-ton payload.
- System match efficiency up to 60-ton rigid-frame trucks.
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
- Best-in-class transmission for long life and consistent, smooth shifting; specifically designed for mining applications.
- Moves material more efficiently with improved power and control.
- Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.
- Transmission neutralizer pedal extends service brake life and allows full power during stationary loading.
- Load sense hydraulics maximize performance, lower heat and fuel consumption.
- Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
- Up to 10% more payload per pass, higher efficiency, and improved pass match.
- Field-proven lift arms for enhanced strength, uptime, and excellent visibility.
- Load-sensing hydraulic steering with 35-degree articulation for precise positioning.
- Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™), combining directional, gear, and steering controls in a single joystick.
- Most advanced payload weight measuring system available.
- Performance Buckets for superior digging, higher bucket fill factors, and reduced dig times.
- Cat Advansys™ ground engaging tools (GET) protect components and reduce operating costs.
- Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area.
- Convenient, responsive, electro-hydraulic controls increase operator productivity.
POWERFUL EFFICIENCY
- Best-in-class efficiency while truck loading.
- Torque converter with lock-up clutch improves travel speed, cycle times.
- Engine Idle Shutdown saves fuel from unnecessary idling. Move up to 10% more material per gallon of fuel.
- Consistent performance and efficiency with lower system heat.
PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY
- 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 enhances 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 provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
*Not legal for trade
SAFETY FIRST
- Standard stairway lighting.
- Left- and right-hand stairs with 45-degree angle.
- Rear vision camera system.
- Large front and side windows.
- Pressurized cabin with filtered and reduced sound levels.
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- Up to 10% lower maintenance costs.
- Advanced filtration system for extended performance.
- Extended service intervals for fluids and filters.
- Ground level or platform access to transmission control valves.
- Grouped service points.
- Centralized, ground level grease points and remote pressure taps.
- Ground electrical service center.
- Reduced waste with maintenance-free or extended-maintenance batteries.
- Swing-out engine compartment service doors.
- Tire pressure monitoring to enhance tire life.
- Longer life, rebuildability, and high resale value.
- Electro-hydraulic controls.
OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL
- Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
- Integrated steering and transmission controls.
- Convenient, automatic, inside-the-cab implement kickouts.
- Easy-to-use soft detent controls.
- Comfort Series III seats with extra thick, contoured cushions.
- Air suspension system.
- Easy-to-reach levers and controls with six-way adjustment.
- Seat-mounted implement pod with STIC steering.
- Ergonomic switch placement and displays with large backlit switches and LED indicators.
- Two-position rocker switch activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
- Automatic cab temperature controls.
- Precise machine control by load-sensing hydraulic steering system.
- Fold-up STIC steer/armrest.
PURPOSE BUILT SPECIALTY MODELS
Block Handler
- Delivers stability and durability with an optimized counterweight for block handling applications.
- An additional hydraulic valve with the Quick Coupler allows the operator to switch work tools and immediately lock the work tool.
- Larger tilt and lift cylinders on the linkage help improve load control and ensure safe and long lasting operation.
- Ride control acts as a shock absorber, providing the operator with a smoother ride over rough terrain.
- Linkage layout designed to maximize lift capability in block handling application.
- High load stresses are absorbed by solid steel lift arms.
- Enhanced strength in key pin areas through the use of one-piece castings.
- Stress released lift arms increase durability and lengthen time to repair.
Engine
- Net Power
- 373HP
- Engine Model
- C15 Cat®
- Emissions
- U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards and Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to China Nonroad Stage III, U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA
- Gross Power - ISO 14396
- 449HP
- Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995
- 456HP
- Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 (DIN)
- 462HP
- Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396
- 449HP
- Peak Power Speed - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 (DIN)
- 455HP
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269
- 373hp
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 (DIN)
- 378hp
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249
- 373hp
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN)
- 378hp
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1349
- 373HP
- Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1349 (DIN)
- 378HP
- Bore
- 5.4in
- Stroke
- 6.75in
- Displacement
- 927in²
- Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995
- 1778lb/ft
- Torque Rise
- 16%
- Peak Power Speed
- 1600
- Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995
- 456hp
- Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
- 449hp
- Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
- 373hp
- Rated Speed
- 2000
Operating Specifications
- Operating Weight
- 98806lb
- Operating Weight - Standard
- 97785lb
- Operating Weight - High Lift
- 104005lb
- Rated Payload - Quarry Face
- 11ton (US)
- Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)
- 14ton (US)
- Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift)
- 12.1ton (US)
- Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)
- 11ton (US)
- Rated Payload - Standard Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance)
- 14ton (US)
- Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face)
- 11ton (US)
- Rated Payload - High Lift (Low to Moderate Digging Resistance)
- 12.1ton (US)
- 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
Buckets
- Bucket Capacities
- 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
Transmission
- Transmission Type
- Cat planetary power shift
- Forward - 1
- 5mile/h
- Forward - 2
- 8mile/h
- Direct Drive - Forward 2
- 8mile/h
- Direct Drive - Forward 3
- 14mile/h
- Direct Drive - Forward 4
- 24mile/h
- Reverse - 1
- 5mile/h
- Reverse - 2
- 8mile/h
- Direct Drive - Reverse 2
- 9mile/h
- Direct Drive - Reverse 3
- 16mile/h
- Direct Drive - Reverse 4
- 25.4mile/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
- 123gal/min
- Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
- 4050psi
- Lift Cylinder - Bore
- 7.5in
- Lift Cylinder - Stroke
- 45in
- Tilt Cylinder - Bore
- 6.7in
- Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
- 28.4in
Hydraulic Cycle Times
- Rack Back
- 4.5s
- Raise
- 9s
- Dump
- 3.5s
- Lower
- 5.2s
- Lower Float Down
- 4.3s
- Total Hydraulic Cycle Time
- 21.3s
Service Refill Capacities
- Fuel Tank
- 141gal (US)
- Fuel Tank - Short Lift
- 127gal (US)
- Cooling Systems
- 26gal (US)
- Crankcase
- 9gal (US)
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (For Tier 4 Final/Stage IV Only)
- 6gal (US)
- Transmission
- 20gal (US)
- Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front
- 49gal (US)
- Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear
- 45gal (US)
- Hydraulic System Factory Fill
- 87gal (US)
- Hydraulic System - Tank Only
- 34gal (US)
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
- 6gal (US)
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 - Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm
- 52gal/min
- ISO 5010:2007 - Steering Cutoff Pressure
- 4000psi
- ISO 5010:2007 - Total Steering Angle
- 70°
- Steering System - Circuit
- Load Sense
- Steering System - Pump
- Piston, variable displacement
- Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm
- 52gal/min
- Steering Cut Off Pressure
- 4000psi
- 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
- Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
- 72dB(A)
- Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
- 112dB(A)
- Note
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- 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 neede
Sound Performance - Suppression
- Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
- 72dB(A)
- Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
- 110dB(A)
- 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 neede
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage
- Ground to Top of ROPS
- 13.5ft
- Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
- 13.3ft
- Ground to Top of Hood
- 10.7ft
- Ground to Center of Front Axle
- 3.2ft
- Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
- 2.3ft
- Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
- 1.5ft
- Reach - Maximum Lift
- 7.1ft
- Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 10.1ft
- B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 16.1ft
- Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
- 22.4ft
- Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
- 10.3ft
- Wheel Base
- 12.5ft
- Maximum Overall Length
- 36.6ft
- Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
- 13.8ft
- Note
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- All dimensions are approximate.
- Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.
Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage
- Ground to Top of ROPS
- 13.5ft
- Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
- 13.3ft
- Ground to Top of Hood
- 10.7ft
- Ground to Center of Front Axle
- 3.2ft
- Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
- 2.3ft
- Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
- 1.5ft
- Reach - Maximum Lift
- 7.4ft
- Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 11.6ft
- B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 17.6ft
- Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
- 23.9ft
- Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
- 10.3ft
- Wheel Base
- 12.5ft
- Maximum Overall Length
- 38ft
- Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
- 15.3ft
- Note
-
- All dimensions are approximate.
- Specs 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
- 13.5ft
- Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
- 13.3ft
- Ground to Top of Hood
- 10.7ft
- Ground to Center of Rear Axle
- 3.2ft
- Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
- 2.3ft
- Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
- 1.5ft
- Reach at Maximum Lift
- 8ft
- Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 10.7ft
- B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 15ft
- Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised
- 20.9ft
- Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper
- 10.3ft
- Wheel Base
- 12.5ft
- Maximum Overall Length
- 35ft
- Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
- 12.2ft
Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork
- Ground to Top of ROPS
- 13.5ft
- Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
- 13.3ft
- Ground to Top of Hood
- 10.7ft
- Ground to Center of Rear Axle
- 3.2ft
- Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance
- 2.3ft
- Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
- 1.5ft
- B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 15ft
- Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper
- 10.3ft
- Wheel Base
- 12.5ft
- Maximum Overall Length
- 35.4ft
- Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
- 12.6ft
Standard/Optional Features
Standard Equipment:
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- Note
-
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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- Electrical
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- 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
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- Operator Environment
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- 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
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- Power Train
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- 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
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- Other
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- 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
Optional Equipment:
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- Note
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- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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- Power Train
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- –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
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- Miscellaneous Attachments
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- Front and rear roading fenders
- Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
- Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)
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- Other Optional Configurations
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- Aggregate Handler
- Block Handler
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- Operator Environment
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- 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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- Operating Weight
- 98806 lb
- Net Power
- 373 HP
- Bucket Capacities
- 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
- Operating Weight - Standard
- 97785 lb
- Bucket Capacity Range
- 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
903D Compact Wheel Loaders
- Operating Weight
- 9414 lb
- Maximum Gross Power
- 42 hp
- Bucket Capacities
- 0.6-1.0 m3 (0.8-1.3 yd3)
906 Compact Wheel Loaders
- Operating Weight
- 12628 lb
- Maximum Gross Power
- 74.7 hp
- Bucket Capacities
- 0.75-1.55 m³ (1.0-2.0 yd³)
