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.
Equipped with a combination of proven components and technologies, meeting expectations for excellent productivity, fuel efficiency, reliability, and service life
Make regular maintenance more convenient with grouped service points
Move more using less fuel with best in class efficiency while in moderate production truck loading mode
The 986 emits up to 19% less CO2 than the previous 988K.
| Engine Model | C15 Cat® |
|---|---|
| Peak Power Speed | 1600 |
| Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 | 456 hp |
| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 449 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 - EEC 80/1269 (DIN) | 378 hp |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 | 373 hp |
| Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) | 378 hp |
| Bore | 5.4 in |
| Stroke | 6.75 in |
| Displacement | 927 in² |
| Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 | 1778 lb/ft |
| Torque Rise | 16% |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Operating Weight - Standard | 97785 lb |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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 |
| Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | Load Sense |
|---|---|
| Lift/Tilt System - Pump | 2 × 110 cc variable displacement |
| Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm | 123 gal/min |
| 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 |
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| 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 gal/min |
| 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 (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes. |
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| Front | Fixed |
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| Rear | Trunnion |
| Oscillation Angle | ±12.5° |
| Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement | ±8.5° |
| Brakes | ISOÂ 3450:2011 |
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| ROPS/FOPS | ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS) |
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| Fuel Tank | 141 gal (US) |
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| 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 Level (ISO 6396) | 72 dB(A) |
|---|---|
| Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) | 112 dB(A) |
| Note | <ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li></ul> |
| Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) | 72 dB(A) |
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| Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) | 110 dB(A) |
| Note | <ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</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 | 7.1 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>Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.</li></ul> |
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft |
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| 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>Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.</li></ul> |
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
