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Operating Specifications

Operating Weight 112426 lb - 112574 lb -
Bucket Capacity Range 6.4-7.6 m3 (8.3-10 yd3) - 4.7-13 m3 (6.2-17 yd3) 8.6 m³ – 10.0 m³ (11.25 yd³ – 13.0 yd³)
Rated Payload - Quarry Face 12.5 ton (US) - 12.5 t -
Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773/775 - 773 - 775 775-777
Rated Payload - Loose Material - - 16 t -
Cat Truck Match - Standard - - 770 - 772 773-775
Operating Weight - Standard - - - 178517 lb
Rated Payload - Standard - - - 17.5 ton (US)
Rated Payload - High Lift - - - 17.5 ton (US)

Engine

Engine Model Cat® C15 Cat C3.6 Cat® C18 Cat® C27
Rated Speed 2000 rpm - 1700/rpm 1800 r/min
Peak Power Speed 1600 rpm - 1500/rpm -
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 456 hp - 588 hp 766 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 448 hp - 538 hp -
Bore 5.4 in 3.85 in 5.7 in 5.4 in
Stroke 6.75 in 4.72 in 7.2 in 6 in
Displacement 927 in³ 220 in³ 1105 in³ 1649.5 in³
Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) - SAE J1995:2014 1778 lbf·ft - - -
Torque Rise 16% - 58 % 18 %
Note (1) Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. - Three 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. 3. Meets China Nonroad Stage IV emissio -
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. - 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. -
Note (3) Net power at the flywheel when the fan is at maximum speed is 304 kW / 408 hp per SAE reference conditions. - - -
Maximum Gross Power - 121 hp - -
Rated Net Power - Rated Engine Speed - 2200 r/min - -
Maximum Gross Power - Rated Engine Speed - 2200 r/min - -
Rated Net Power - SAE J1349 - 120 hp - -
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 (metric) - 122 hp - -
Rated Net Power - ISO 9249 - 118 hp - -
Maximum Gross Torque - SAE J1995 - 372 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Gross Torque - ISO 14396 - 369 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Net Torque - SAE J1349 - 366 ft·lbf - -
Maximum Net Torque - ISO 9249 - 363 ft·lbf - -
Emissions - Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards. - Option 2 - Emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2
Note - Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel plus front drive implement pump when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. - Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake sytstem, exhaust system, and alternator.
Maximum Gross Power - ISO 14396 - 121 hp - -
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 - - 580 hp 752 hp
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - - 2104 lbf·ft 2624 lb/ft
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - Standard Ambient - - - 699 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - High Ambient - - - 648 hp

Transmission

Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift - Cat planetary powershift Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1 5 mile/h - 4 mile/h 4.6 mile/h
Forward - 2 8 mile/h - 7.2 mile/h 8.2 mile/h
Reverse - 1 5 mile/h - 4.7 mile/h 5.1 mile/h
Reverse - 2 8 mile/h - 8.3 mile/h 9.1 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1 Lock-up disabled - Lock-up disabled Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2 8 mile/h - 7.8 mile/h 8.2 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3 14 mile/h - 13.9 mile/h 14.5 mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4 24 mile/h - 24.4 mile/h -
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 Lock-up disabled - 5 mile/h 5.1 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 9 mile/h - 8.9 mile/h 9.1 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 16 mile/h - 15.8 mile/h 16 mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4 25.4 mile/h - - -
Note Travel speeds based on 35/65-R33 tires. *Creeper Control allows speed control from a stand still up to 10 km/h (6.3 mph). The Creeper Control will only work in Range 1. - Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 3 - 25 mile/h - -
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 2* - 12.5 mile/h - -
Forward and Reverse - Speed Range 1* - 6.3 mile/h - -
Forward - 3 - - 12.7 mile/h 14.5 mile/h
Forward - 4 - - 21.6 mile/h -
Reverse - 3 - - 14.4 mile/h 16 mile/h

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System - Circuit EH - Load Sense - EH- Positive Flow Control, Flow Sharing Positive flow control
Lift/Tilt System - Pump Variable displacement piston - Variable displacement piston -
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 159 gpm - - -
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4598 psi - 4757 psi 4786 psi
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke 190 mm x 1216 mm (7.5 in x 48 in) - 210 mm × 1050 mm (8.7 in × 41.3 in) 235 mm × 1287 mm (9.3 in × 50.7 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke 170 mm x 722 mm (6.7 in x 28.4 in) - 266 mm × 685 mm (8.7 in × 27 in) 292.1 mm × 820 mm (11.5 in × 32.3 in)
Pilot System Variable displacement piston - Variable displacement piston Open loop and pressure reducing
Relief Valve Setting 500 psi - - -
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,860 rpm - - 153 gpm -
Relief Valve Setting - Main - - 551 psi -
Lift/Tilt System - - - Variable displacement piston
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm - - - 240 gpm
Pilot Relief Setting - - - 507 psi

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Rack Back 3.8 s - - 4.3 s
Raise 7.5 s - - 8.6 s
Dump 3 s - - 2.9 s
Lower Float Down 4.6 s - - 3.7 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket 18.9 s - - 13.8 s
Lower - - - 3.7 s

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - Circuit Pilot, load sensing - Pilot, load sensing Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement - Piston, variable displacement Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 52 gpm - - -
Relief Valve Setting - Steering 4000 psi - 4351 psi 5004 psi
Total Steering Angle 70° - 86 ° 70°
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3 s - 3.4 s -
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 5.2 s - 5.6 s -
Maximum Flow at 1,400-1,600 rpm - - 71.3 gpm -
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm - - - 96.2 gpm

Air Conditioning System

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 - • 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 • 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 c

Axles

Front Fixed Fixed; Locking differential (standard) Fixed Fixed
Rear Trunnion Oscillating ±11 degrees; Locking differential (standard) Trunnion Trunnion
Oscillation Angle +/-12.5° - 13 ° 8.5°

Brakes

Brakes ISO 3450:2011 - ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450: 2011

Operator's Cab

ROPS/FOPS Rollover Protective Structure/Falling Objects Protective Structure (ROPS/FOPS) meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards - ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards -

Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 73 dB(A) - 73 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 113 dB(A) - 111 dB(A) 116 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 72 dB(A) - 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** 110 dB(A) - 109 dB(A) -
Note (1) * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” - * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” *Sound suppression equipped
Note (2) ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. - ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
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. - 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. The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent 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. - 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. 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.
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. - 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. -
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* - - - 114 dB(A)

Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 74 dB(A) - 73 dB(A) -
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 113 dB(A) - 112 dB(A) -
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 73 dB(A) - 72 dB(A) -
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** 110 dB(A) - 110 dB(A) -
Note (1) * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” - * 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. - ** 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. -

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank 141 gal (US) 43.6 gal (US) 188 gal (US) 281 gal (US)
Cooling System 27 gal (US) 5.7 gal (US) 31.7 gal (US) 54.9 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 9 gal (US) 2.6 gal (US) - 20 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 5.5 gal (US) - - -
Transmission 20 gal (US) 0.8 gal (US) 24.3 gal (US) 29.1 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 49 gal (US) - 49.1 gal (US) 71.6 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 45 gal (US) - 49.1 gal (US) 68.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill 94 gal (US) - 125.5 gal (US) 210 gal (US)
Note Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) and are compatible* with ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: - 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) *** - 10 DEF used in Cat Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1. • All non-road Tier 4 Final/Stage V 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 Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V 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 este
Axles - Rear - 4.5 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic System - Including Tank - 25.9 gal (US) - -
Hydraulic Tank - 14.5 gal (US) - -
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank - 4.8 gal (US) - -
Axles - Front - 4.5 gal (US) - -
Coolant (Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities) - - 33 gal (US) -
Crankcase - - 15.9 gal (US) -
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (For Tier 4 Final/Stage V Only) - - 8.7 gal (US) -
Transmission - Validated by Test Cell Fill Quantities - - 29 gal (US) -
Hydraulic System - Tank Only - - 63.4 gal (US) -
Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan - - - 68.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking - - - 34.9 gal (US)

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift

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 Fuel Tank Clearance 2.2 ft - - -
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3 ft - - -
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 16.7 ft - - -
Wheel Base 12.5 ft - - -
Maximum Overall Length 39.5 ft - - -
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5 ft - - -
Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2 ft - - -
Clearance at Maximum Lift (45° Dump) 12 ft - - -
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 18.7 ft - - -
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 25 ft - - -
Reach at Maximum Lift (45° Dump) 7.7 ft - - -
Note Specifications are calculated with 6.9 m3 (9.0 yd3 ) rock bucket equipped with Michelin XLDD1 35/65 R33 tires. - - -

Weights

Operating Weight - 21742 lb - -

Buckets

Bucket Capacities - 1.3-3.5 m3 (1.7-4.6 yd3) - -
Bucket Capacities - General Purpose - 1.3-1.9 m³ (1.7-2.5 yd³) - -
Bucket Capacities - Light Material - 2.5-3.5 m³ (3.3-4.6 yd³) - -

Sustainability

Recyclability - 95% - -

Cab

ROPS - ISO 3471:2008 - -
FOPS - ISO 3449:2005 - -
Note (3) - The labelled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC (as amended by 2005/88/EC) is 103 dB(A). - -
Note (2) - The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008*, when the cab is properly installed and maintained, is 77 dB(A). - -
Note (1) - Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. - -
Note (4) - *The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed. - -

Loader Hydraulic System

Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 43.6 gpm - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 4641 psi - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function, Maximum Flow, Standard - 25 gpm - -
Relief Pressure - Tilt Cylinder - 4th Function Relief Pressure - 4641 psi - -
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Float Down, Maximum Lift to Ground Level - 2.7 s - -
Note - All cycle times listed are with cylinder snubbing turned off. - -
Maximum Working Pressure - Implement Pump - 4061 psi - -
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time - 11.5 s - -
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rackback - 2.2 s - -
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Reach - 1.8 s - -
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise, Ground Level to Maximum Lift - 4.8 s - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 3rd Function, Maximum Flow, High - 40 gpm - -
Maximum Flow - Implement Pump - 4rd Function, Maximum Flow - 25 gpm - -

Steering

Maximum Working Pressure - Steering Pump - 3190 psi - -
Steering Cycle Times - Full Left to Full Right - At 2,350 rpm: 90 rpm Steering Wheel Speed - 2.3 s - -
Steering Articulation Angle - Each Direction - 40 ° - -
Number of Steering Wheel Turns - Full Left to Full Right or Full Right to Full Left - 3.4 turns - -
Maximum Flow - Steering Pump - 21.7 gpm - -

Tires

Other Choices Include - 17.5 R25 L3 XHA2; 20.5 R25 L3 XHA3; 17.5-25 L2/L3 SGL; 20.5-25 L2/L3 SGL; 17.5-25 L3 HRL D/L-3A; 17.5 R25 L2 Snow; 20.5 R25 L2 Snow; 17.5 R25 Solid - -
Standard Size - 17.5 R25 L2 XTLA - -
Note (1) - Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details. - -
Note (3) - Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all conditions before selecting a tire model. - -
Note (2) - In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities. - -

Hydraulic Cycle Time (1,400-1,860 rpm)

Rack Back - - 4.5 s -
Raise - - 8 s -
Dump - - 2.2 s -
Lower Float Down - - 3.5 s -
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket - - 18.2 s -

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.8 ft 17.2 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 14.8 ft 16.6 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.9 ft 12.7 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - - 10.5 ft 12.5 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 14 ft 15.4 ft
Wheel Base - - 14.9 ft 15.1 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 39.3 ft 42.9 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.9 ft 2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - - 11.9 ft 7.2 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - - 18 ft 19.7 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - - 24.5 ft 27.2 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - - 6.5 ft 7.2 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance - - - 3.5 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - - - 4.2 ft
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level - - - 40.4°
Rack Back Angle at Carry - - - 48.8°
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift - - - 63.7°
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - - - 45°
Note - - - Specifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

Ground to Top of ROPS - - 13.8 ft 17.2 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks - - 14.8 ft 16.6 ft
Ground to Top of Hood - - 10.9 ft 12.7 ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper - - 10.5 ft 12.5 ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip - - 15.3 ft 17.8 ft
Wheel Base - - 14.9 ft 15.1 ft
Maximum Overall Length - - 40.7 ft 45.3 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance - - 1.9 ft 2 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift - - 13.3 ft 14.8 ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift - - 19.3 ft 21.2 ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised - - 25.8 ft 28.7 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift - - 6.8 ft 8.5 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance - - - 3.5 ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle - - - 4.2 ft
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level - - - 39.9°
Rack Back Angle at Carry - - - 49.3°
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift - - - 60.6°
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift - - - 51°
Note - - - Specifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Sound Performance - Tier 2

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) - - - 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) - - - 116 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* - - - 72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* - - - 114 dB(A)
Note (1) - - - *Sound suppression equipped
Note (2) - - - The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (3) - - - The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (4) - - - 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.
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