986 Wheel Loader

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.

Key Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

UP TO 10% BETTER FUEL EFFICIENCY

Equipped with a combination of proven components and technologies, meeting expectations for excellent productivity, fuel efficiency, reliability, and service life

UP TO 10% LOWER MAINTENANCE COST

Make regular maintenance more convenient with grouped service points

UP TO 20% REDUCED FUEL CONSUMPTION

Move more using less fuel with best in class efficiency while in moderate production truck loading mode

UP TO 19% LESS CO2 EMISSIONS

The 986 emits up to 19% less CO2 than the previous 988K.

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Specifications

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002	449 hp
Engine Model	Cat® C15
Peak Power Speed	1600
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	456 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011	373 hp
Rated Speed	2000
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269	373 hp
Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249	373 hp
Bore	5.4 in
Stroke	6.75 in
Displacement	927 in²
Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) - SAE J1995:2014	1778 lb/ft
Torque Rise	16%
Note (1)	Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (2)	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.

Operating Weight - Standard	97785 lb
Bucket Capacity Range	5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³)
Operating Weight - High Lift	104005 lb
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)	11 ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)	14 ton (US)
Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face)	11 ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift)	12.1 ton (US)
Cat Truck Match - Standard	770/735/740/745
Cat Truck Match - High Lift	772/773

Transmission Type	Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1	5 mile/h
Forward - 2	8 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2	8 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3	14 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4	24 mile/h
Reverse - 1	5 mile/h
Reverse - 2	8 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2	9 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3	16 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4	25.4 mile/h

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit	Load Sense
Lift/Tilt System - Pump	2 × 110 cc variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm	123 gpm
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt	4050 psi
Lift Cylinder - Bore	7.5 in
Lift Cylinder - Stroke	45 in
Tilt Cylinder - Bore	6.7 in
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke	28.4 in

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

Steering System - Circuit	Load Sense
Steering System - Pump	Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm	52 gpm
Steering Cut Off Pressure	4000 psi
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 contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons).

Front	Fixed
Rear	Trunnion
Oscillation Angle	±12.5°
Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement	±8.5°

Brakes	ISO 3450:2011

ROPS/FOPS	ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)

Fuel Tank	141 gal (US)
Fuel Tank - Short Lift	127 gal (US)
Cooling Systems	26 gal (US)
Crankcase	9 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	6 gal (US)
Transmission	20 gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front	49 gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear	45 gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill	87 gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank Only	34 gal (US)

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)	73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)	113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*	72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**	110 dB(A)
Note (1)	* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)	** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)	The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)	The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)	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.

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)	74 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)	113 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*	73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**	110 dB(A)
Note (1)	* For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.”
Note (2)	** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Note (3)	The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4)	The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (5)	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.

Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle	3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift	7.1 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	10.1 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	16.1 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	22.4 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.3 ft
Wheel Base	12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length	36.6 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	13.8 ft
Note	<ul><li>All dimensions are approximate.</li><li>Specifications are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.</li></ul>

Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle	3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift	7.4 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	11.6 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	17.6 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	23.9 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.3 ft
Wheel Base	12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length	38 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	15.3 ft
Note	<ul><li>All dimensions are approximate.</li><li>Specifications are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.</li></ul>

Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle	3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5 ft
Reach at Maximum Lift	8 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	10.7 ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15 ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised	20.9 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper	10.3 ft
Wheel Base	12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length	35 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	12.2 ft

Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3 ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7 ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle	3.2 ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5 ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper	10.3 ft
Wheel Base	12.5 ft
Maximum Overall Length	35.4 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	12.6 ft