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    Engine
    Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 339 HP 339 HP -
    Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 342 HP 343 HP -
    Engine Model Cat C9.3B Cat C9.3B C15 Cat®
    Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 321 HP 316 HP -
    Note (1) Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards. Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. -
    Note (2) The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. -
    Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1316 ft-lb 1287 ft-lb -
    Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 1375 lb/ft 1375 lb/ft -
    Note (3) Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h -
    Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1388 lb/ft 1388 lb/ft -
    Displacement 9.3 L 9.3 L 927 in²
    Peak Power Speed - - 1600
    Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 - - 456 HP
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 - - 449 HP
    Net Power - SAE J1349 - - 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
    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

    Weights
    Operating Weight 54858 lb 54858 lb -
    Note Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJTL3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control,cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/openrear axles, power train guard, second Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJTL3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control,cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/openrear axles, power train guard, second -

    Bucket Capacities
    Bucket Range 2.8-14.0 m³ 3.75-18.25 yd³ 2.8-14.0 m³ 3.75-18.25 yd³ -

    Transmission
    Forward - 1 4.1 mile/h 4.1 mile/h 5 mile/h
    Forward - 2 8.4 mile/h 8.4 mile/h 8 mile/h
    Forward - 3 15 mile/h 15 mile/h -
    Forward - 4 24.5 mile/h 24.5 mile/h -
    Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. -
    Reverse - 1 4.5 mile/h 4.5 mile/h 5 mile/h
    Reverse - 2 9.2 mile/h 9.2 mile/h 8 mile/h
    Reverse - 3 16.5 mile/h 16.5 mile/h -
    Reverse - 4 24.5 mile/h 24.5 mile/h -
    Transmission Type - - Cat planetary power shift
    Direct Drive - Forward 2 - - 8 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 3 - - 14 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 4 - - 24 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 2 - - 9 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 3 - - 16 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 4 - - 25.4 mile/h

    Sound
    Note (1) ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. -
    Note (2) ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level* 108 108 -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A) -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 109 dB(A) 109 dB(A) -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) 76 76 -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 70 dB(A) 70 dB(A) -
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. -

    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 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). 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.

    Operating Specifications
    Breakout Force 44072 lb 44072 lb -
    Note (1) For a machine configuration as defined under Weight. For a machine configuration as defined under Weight. -
    Note (2) Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. -
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 17505 kg 17505 kg -
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 35919 lb 35919 lb -
    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

    Service Refill Capacities
    Cooling System 17.4 gal (US) 17.4 gal (US) -
    Crankcase 6.1 gal (US) 6.1 gal (US) 9 gal (US)
    DEF Tank 6.9 gal (US) 6.9 gal (US) -
    Differential - Final Drives - Front 15.1 gal (US) 15.1 gal (US) -
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear 15.1 gal (US) 15.1 gal (US) -
    Fuel Tank 80.1 gal (US) 80.1 gal (US) 141 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 30.1 gal (US) 30.1 gal (US) -
    Transmission 15.5 gal (US) 15.5 gal (US) 20 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank - Short Lift - - 127 gal (US)
    Cooling Systems - - 26 gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank - - 6 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)

    Hydraulic System
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4496 psi 4496 psi -
    Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm 99 gal/min 99 gal/min -
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 10.7 seconds 10.7 seconds -

    Dimensions
    Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. -

    Dimensions - High Lift
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 8.1 ft 8.1 ft -
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 5.1 ft 5.1 ft -
    Ground Clearance 1.4 ft 1.4 ft -
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 11.8 ft 11.8 ft -
    Height - Top of Hood 9.5 ft 9.5 ft -
    Height - Top of ROPS 11.1 ft 11.1 ft -
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2.6 ft 2.6 ft -
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15.9 ft 15.9 ft -
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 13.8 ft 13.8 ft -
    Overall Length - Without Bucket 26.6 ft 26.6 ft -
    Tread Width 7.3 ft 7.3 ft -
    Wheel Base 11.8 ft 11.8 ft -
    Rack Back at Ground 37 degrees 37 degrees -
    Rack Back - Maximum Lift 71 degrees 71 degrees -
    Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees 49 degrees -
    Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.11 ft 9.11 ft -

    Dimensions - Standard Lift
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 5.1 ft 5.1 ft -
    Ground Clearance 420 mm 420 mm -
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3527 mm 3527 mm -
    Height - Top of Hood 2846 mm 2846 mm -
    Height - Top of ROPS 3589 mm 3589 mm -
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry 2.2 ft 2.2 ft -
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4464 mm 4464 mm -
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 3843 mm 3843 mm -
    Overall Length - Without Bucket 7731 mm 7731 mm -
    Tread Width 7.3 ft 7.3 ft -
    Wheel Base 3550 mm 3550 mm -
    Rack Back at Ground 39 degrees 39 degrees -
    Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.11 ft 9.11 ft -
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 8 ft 8 ft -
    Rack Back - Maximum Lift 56 degrees 56 degrees -
    Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees 49 degrees -

    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 - - 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

    Hydraulic Cycle Times
    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

    Hydraulic System - Steering
    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°

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

    Brakes
    Brakes - - ISO 3450:2011

    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) - - 72 dB(A)
    Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) - - 112 dB(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

    Sound Performance - Suppression
    Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) - - 72 dB(A)
    Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) - - 110 dB(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 - - 13.5 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 - -
    • 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 - - 13.5 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 - -
    • 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 - - 13.5 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

    Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork
    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
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