796 AC Electric Drive Mining Truck

Overview

The Cat^® 796 AC electric drive truck offers more flexibility than any other truck in its size class — delivering optimized performance and better productivity. Built on a proven truck architecture and high strength structures, the 796 AC delivers a nominal target payload of up to 327 tonnes (360 tons) regardless of attachments. Add in a proven drive system with industry-leading serviceability, and the 796 AC mining truck delivers a hauling solution you can depend on — resulting in high reliability, high availability, and low lifecycle costs. By hauling more every load, every cycle and every shift, it creates a low-cost-per-ton hauling operation that delivers a better bottom line.

Key Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

Payload Without Compromise

Nominal rated payload delivered for all truck configurations — including attachments

Up to 8% Increased Torque on Demand

Unlock maximum drivetrain capability with Cat TorqueBoost technology

Increased Tire Life and TKPH

327-ton (360-ton) payload matched with 59/80 R63 tires lowers costs and improves tire performance

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Specifications

Gross Power - SAE J1995	3500 hp
Engine Model	Cat® C175-16
Net Power - SAE J1349	3405 hp
Rated Speed	1800 r/min
Emissions Rating	Fuel Optimized
Bore	6.9 in
Stroke	8.7 in
Displacement	5187 in³
Note (1)	Net Power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
Note (2)	U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V available for applicable markets.
Note (3)	Additional fuel optimized selectable power ratings: 2312 kW / 3,100 hp

Rated Gross Machine Weight	1270000 lb
Chassis Weight	448415 lb
Body Weight Range	38 833 – 42 907 kg (85,611 – 94,594 lb)
Note (1)	Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum tire load.
Note (2)	Chassis weight with full fuel and fluids, standard & mandatory attachments, hoist, body mounting group, rims, and tires.
Note (3)	Refer to Cat Mining Truck 10/10/20 Overload Policy (AEXQ0250) for maximum gross machine weight limitations
Nominal Rated Payload	360 ton (US)

Front Axle - Empty	47 %
Rear Axle - Empty	53 %
Front Axle - Loaded	33 %
Rear Axle - Loaded	67 %
Note	Weight distributions optimized with Cat body.

Total Reduction Ratio	35:01:00
Top Speed - Loaded	40 mile/h
Generator/Alternator	Cat brushless, engine mounted, dual bearing
Controls	Cat IGBT Inverter Technology, air cooled, pressurized cabinet with filtration
Wheel Motor	Cat AC induction, rear axle mounted
Cooling System	Cat variable speed, hydraulically driven cooling system

Standard Tires	59/80 R63
Rims	44" x 63"
Note (1)	Quick Change Rims optional.
Note (2)	Caterpillar recommends the customer evaluate all job conditions and consult tire manufacturer for proper tire selection and TKPH (TMPH) capabilities.

Service Brakes	Four-Corner, Wet Disc, Oil Cooled, Hydraulically Actuated
Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	20378 in²
Rear - Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	30750 in²
Standards	Service and Secondary: ISO 3450:2011
Parking Brake	Four-corner, Multi-disc, Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released
Load Brake	Rear service brakes
Dynamic Retarding Power - Continuous	5480 hp
Note	Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) optional with CMD package

Struck	97-153 m³ (127-200 yd³)
Heaped (SAE 2:1)	186-237 m³ (243-310 yd³)
Note	Consult your local Cat dealer for body recommendations.

Type	Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders with snubbing valve.
Pump Flow - High Idle	257.3 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting - Raise	3029 psi
Body Raise Time - High Idle	21 s
Body Lower Time - Float	22 s
Body Power Down- High Idle	17.5 s
Note (1)	Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders mounted outside main frame; double-acting cylinders in both stages.
Note (2)	Power raise in both stages; power down capability in both stages.
Note (3)	Automatic body-lower modulation reduces impact on frame.

Type	Self-contained nitrogen/oil cylinders, pin-to-pin mounting, top & bottom double shear clevis attachments
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Front	4 in
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Rear	2 in
Rear axle - Oscillation	+/- 5.32 degrees

Fuel Tank	1300 gal (US)
Fuel Tank (Tier 4)	1200 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	100 gal (US)
Cooling System	211 gal (US)
Crankcase	82 gal (US)
Front Wheels - Each	7 gal (US)
Final Drive - Each	67 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	296 gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	385 gal (US)
Grease Tank	90 lb
Note (1)	DEF Tank only available for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engine option

Air Conditioning	HFC - 134A refrigerant: 21,600 Btu/h
Heater / Defroster	24600 Btu/h
Note	Ambient capabilities down to -15C (5F) for heater/defroster and up to 50C (122F) for air conditioning.
ROPS Standards (1)	ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) meets ISO 3471:2008 for Operator and ISO 13459:2012 for Trainer.
FOPS Standards	FOPS (Falling Objects Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:2005 Level II for Operator and ISO 13459:2012 Level II for Trainer.

Sound Standards	The operator sound pressure level, 75 dB(A), measured according to ISO 6394:2008 and ISO 6396:2008.

Steer Angle	39 °
Turning Diameter - Front	106.3 ft
Steering Standards	ISO 5010:2019
Note	Turning Diameter (ISO 7457:1997)

Height - Top of ROPS	22.05 ft
Overall Length	51.44 ft
Wheel Base	21.9 ft
Rear Axle - Tail	16.07 ft
Dump Clearance - Empty	5.72 ft
Loading Height - Empty	23.85 ft
Overall Height - Body Raised	48.85 ft
Centerline Front Tire Width	23.06 ft
Front Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.81 ft
Overall Canopy Width (with rock deflectors)	33.15 ft
Outside Body/Canopy Width (without rock deflectors)	31.62 ft
Inside Body Width	29.44 ft
Front Canopy Height - Empty	26.01 ft
Rear Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.8 ft
Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width	19.5 ft
Overall Tire Width - Empty	30.27 ft
Note	Dimensions listed includes canopy deflectors