Cat Landfill Compactors are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to operate more efficiently and safely. Introduced in 1972, the 816 has been the industry leader for over 50 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 816 continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 284 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 249 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249:2007 249 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 275 hp
Bore 4.1in
Displacement 427.8in³
Emissions Option 1 - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Korea Stage V and Japan 2014
Emissions Option 2 - Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Engine Model Cat® C7.1
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 275hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 275hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 284hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 286hp
High Idle Speed 2270r/min
Low Idle Speed 800r/min
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating 9842.5ft
Net Power - ISO 9249:2007 249hp
Net Power - ISO 9249:2007 249hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 249hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 249hp
Note Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, aftertreatment, and alternator.
Note Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator.
Peak Torque ( 1,400 rpm ) 902lbf·ft
Peak Torque ( 1,400 rpm ) 749lbf·ft
Rated Speed 2200
Rated Speed 2200
Stroke 5.3in
Torque Rise 52%
Torque Rise 26%
Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) 56793lb
Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) 57345lb
Transmission Type Cat Planetary Power Shift
Travel Speeds - Forward - First 3.4mile/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Second 5.3mile/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - First 3.7mile/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Second 5.5mile/h
Cylinders, Double Acting: Lift, Bore, Stroke 120 mm x 915 mm (4.7 in x 36.0)
Lift/Tilt System Variable displacement piston
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Pilot operated LS valve with EH
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm 23.5gal/min
Pilot Relief Valve Setting 3046psi
Pilot System Open center, fixed displacement gear
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 3190psi
Maximum Flow at 2,200 rpm 38.8gal/min
Relief Valve Setting - Steering 4003psi
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle 3s
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle 8.2s
Steering System - Circuit Pilot, Load Sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston – Variable Displacement
Total Steering Angle 84°
Cooling System - Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent 19.3gal (US)
Cooling Systems - Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V 21.4gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 4.2gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 11.4gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 11.4gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 5.3gal (US)
Fuel Tank 132.1gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Implement/Steering 46.2gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Only 19.8gal (US)
Note 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, H
Transmission 14.8gal (US)
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
Front Planetary – Fixed
Oscillation Angle ±6°
Rear Planetary – Oscillating
Parking Brake Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
Service Brakes Single Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 111dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* 109dB(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 maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (3) The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 70dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 112dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* 110dB(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 maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Note (3) The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 70dB(A)
Capacity 13.08yd³
Digging Depth 1.2ft
Ground Clearance 3.7ft
Height 6.4ft
Height of Cutting Edge 3.2ft
Overall Width 12ft
Total Operating Weight 57345lb
Turning Radius - Inside Corner of Blade 9.5ft
Turning Radius – Outside Corner of Blade 21.2ft
Weight 4548lb
Combination Tips (Weight Group) 13554lb
Drum Diameter 55.1in
Drum Width 40in
Outside Diameter 67.6in
Paddle Tips - Weight (Group) 13126lb
Plus Tips - Weight (Group) 13982lb
Replaceable Weld On
Tip Height 6.25in
Tips per Row 5
Tips per Wheel 20
Width Over Drums 131.4in
Centerline of Rear Axle to Bumper 6.5ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Rear Compactor Guard 8.6ft
Ground Clearance to Bottom of Bumper 2.7ft
Ground Clearance to Hitch 1.7ft
Ground Clearance to Transmission Guard 1.7ft
Height - Cab Roof 12.7ft
Height - Top of Beacon 14.3ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 11.6ft
Height - Top of Hood 9.1ft
Height to Top of Air Conditioning Condenser 13.7ft
Height to Top of Rear Compactor Guard 8.2ft
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle 5.5ft
Overall Machine Length with Straight Blade 25.6ft
Wheel Base 11ft
Width over Drums 11ft
Width over Front Striker Bars 9.8ft
Width over Platform 10.3ft
Width over Rear Striker Bars 10ft
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Shifting (APECS)
Air-to-air aftercooler
Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, wet multiple disc service brakes
Cat clean emission module (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V only)
Electro-hydraulic parking brake
Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
Engine, Cat C7.1 (configured for two emissions options): – Tier 4 Final/Stage V or emitting equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Engine driven cooling fan (suction)
Fuel priming pump (electric)
Fuel-to-air cooler
Ground level engine shutdown
Muffler (under hood) (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
Radiator, unit core
Starting aid (ether)
Throttle lock
Transmission, planetary with 2F/2R speed range control
Torque converter
Alarm, back-up
Alternator (150 amp)
Batteries, maintenance free
Electrical system (24 volt)
Ground level lockable master disconnect switch
Light, warning unswitched (LED strobe)
Lighting system (front and rear)
Starter, electric
Auxiliary start receptacle
12-volt power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
Air conditioner with roof-mounted condenser
Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
Camera, rear vision
Coat and hard hat hooks
Fingertip shifting controls
Flip-up armrest
Heater and defroster
Electro-hydraulic controls – floor mounted
Implement hydraulic lockout
Instrumentation, gauges: – DEF fluid level (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only) – engine coolant temperature – fuel level – hydraulic oil temperature – speedometer/tachometer – torque convertor temperature
Instrumentation, warning indicators: – action alert system, three categories – brake oil pressure – electrical system, low voltage – engine failure malfunction alert and action lamp – parking brake status
Internal four-post rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)
Light, (dome) cab
Lunchbox and beverage holders
Mirror, internal (panoramic)
Mirrors, heated rearview (externally mounted)
Radio, CB (ready)
Radio ready for entertainment: – antenna – speakers – converter (12-volt 10-15 amp)
Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3") wide
Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system with lockout
Sun visor, front
Transmission gear (indicator)
Vital Information Management System (VIMS™): – graphical information display – external data port – customizable operator profiles – event indicator light on rear grill
Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear): – intermittent wipers (front and rear)
Premium plus seat containing forced air heating and cooling, 2-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment, ride stiffness adjustment, dynamic end dampening, and leather finish
Cab glass, laminated and tinted, rubber mounted
Horn group (trumpet)
Mirrors – cab: – Standard or heated
Precleaner, cab powered
Seat – cab: – Standard or heated and ventilated
Guard, radiator
Guards, axle (front and rear)
Guard, cab window
Guards, crankcase and power train, hinged
Guard, driveshaft
Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
Doors, service access (locking)
Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
Emergency exit
Fire suppression ready
Fuel tank, 500 L (132.1 gal)
Hitch, drawbar with pin
Hoses, Cat XT™
Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
Oil change system, high speed
Oil sampling valves
Steering, load sensing
Total hydraulic filtration system
Vandalism protection caplocks
Venturi stack
Engine precleaners: – Turbine or dual stage
Dozer Arrangement – Standard (No Blade)
Dozer Arrangement – Straight Blade
Dozer Arrangement (No Blade)
Product Link: – cellular, satellite
Striker bars
Wheels and tips: – Wheel arrangement (6.25" plus tip) – Wheel arrangement (6.25" paddle tip) – Wheel arrangement (6.25" combination tips) – Wheels
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Antifreeze, –50° C (–58° F)
Engine: – Sound suppression
Heater, engine coolant, 120V
Heater, engine coolant, 240V
Axles, no spin front, rear differential
Axles, no spin front, open differential rear
Axles, open differential front, no spin rear
Film (ANSI) (Tier 4 Final/Stage V only)
CE/UKCA Certification (standard where regulations require it)
Plate – year of manufacture
Radio, AM/FM/Aux/USB/Bluetooth®
Cat Compact RTK Mapping (available throught SITECH only)
Cat Compact SBAS Mapping (available through SITECH only)
Lights, standard or LED
Bulldozer Blades
Bar group – cleaner (cleaner fingers and striker bar)
