New 986 Wheel Loader in North Carolina

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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.

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    Bore 5.4in
    Displacement 927in²
    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
    Engine Model C15 Cat®
    Engine Power - ISO 14396: 2002 449hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 373hp
    Peak Power Speed 1600
    Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 456hp
    Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1778lb/ft
    Rated Speed 2000
    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
    Stroke 6.75in
    Torque Rise 16%
    Direct Drive - Forward 2 8mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 3 14mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 4 24mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 2 9mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 3 16mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 4 25.4mile/h
    Forward - 1 5mile/h
    Forward - 2 8mile/h
    Reverse - 1 5mile/h
    Reverse - 2 8mile/h
    Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift
    Bucket Capacity Range 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)
    Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773
    Cat Truck Match - Standard 770/735/740/745
    Operating Weight - High Lift 104005lb
    Operating Weight - Standard 97785lb
    Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face) 11ton (US)
    Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift) 12.1ton (US)
    Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) 14ton (US)
    Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) 11ton (US)
    Lift Cylinder - Bore 7.5in
    Lift Cylinder - Stroke 45in
    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
    Tilt Cylinder - Bore 6.7in
    Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 28.4in
    Dump 3.5s
    Lower 5.2s
    Lower Float Down 4.3s
    Rack Back 4.5s
    Raise 9s
    Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 21.3s
    Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm 52gal/min
    Steering Cut Off Pressure 4000psi
    Steering System - Circuit Load Sense
    Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement
    Total Steering Angle 70°
    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 co
    Front Fixed
    Oscillation Angle ±12.5°
    Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement ±8.5°
    Rear Trunnion
    Brakes ISO 3450:2011
    ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)
    Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front 49gal (US)
    Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear 45gal (US)
    Cooling Systems 26gal (US)
    Crankcase 9gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 6gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 141gal (US)
    Fuel Tank - Short Lift 127gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Tank Only 34gal (US)
    Hydraulic System Factory Fill 87gal (US)
    Transmission 20gal (US)
    Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 112dB(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
    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
    Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72dB(A)
    B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 16.1ft
    Clearance at Maximum Lift 10.1ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 13.8ft
    Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2ft
    Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft
    Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 22.4ft
    Maximum Overall Length 36.6ft
    Note
    • All dimensions are approximate.
    • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.
    Reach - Maximum Lift 7.1ft
    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3ft
    Wheel Base 12.5ft
    B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 17.6ft
    Clearance at Maximum Lift 11.6ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 15.3ft
    Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2ft
    Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft
    Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 23.9ft
    Maximum Overall Length 38ft
    Note
    • All dimensions are approximate.
    • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.
    Reach - Maximum Lift 7.4ft
    Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3ft
    Wheel Base 12.5ft
    B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15ft
    Clearance at Maximum Lift 10.7ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 12.2ft
    Ground to Center of Rear Axle 3.2ft
    Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft
    Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised 20.9ft
    Maximum Overall Length 35ft
    Reach at Maximum Lift 8ft
    Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper 10.3ft
    Wheel Base 12.5ft
    B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15ft
    Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 12.6ft
    Ground to Center of Rear Axle 3.2ft
    Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft
    Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft
    Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft
    Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft
    Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft
    Maximum Overall Length 35.4ft
    Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper 10.3ft
    Wheel Base 12.5ft

    Standard Equipment:

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

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • –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
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
    • Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Block Handler
    • 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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