Cat landfill compactors are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple lifecycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to operate more efficiently and safely. Introduced in 1978, the 826 has been an industry leader for over 45 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series. The 826 continues our legacy of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency.
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 435 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 405 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249:2007 405 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 426 hp
Bore 5.4in
Displacement 927.6in³
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V/Korea Stage V and Japan 2014 or Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Engine Model C15 Cat®
Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 426hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 435hp
High Idle Speed 2300r/min
Low Idle Speed 800r/min
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating (Tier 3/Stage IIIA) 9098ft
Maximum Altitude – Without Derating (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) 9298ft
Net Power - ISO 9249:2007 405hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 405hp
Note Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator.
Rated Speed 1800
Stroke 6.7in
Torque Rise 33%
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) 91549lb
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) 92568lb
Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) 89186lb
Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) 90207lb
Direct Drive - Forward 1 4.2mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2 7.5mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 4.3mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 8.6mile/h
Transmission Type Planetary - Powershift - ECPC
Bore 4.7in
Lift System Double Acting Cylinder
Main Relief Pressure 3771psi
Maximum Supply Pressure 3495psi
Pump Flow at 1800 rpm 30.9gal/min
Stroke 42.1in
Cooling System 30.6gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) 8.5gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 26.4gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 29.1gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 9gal (US)
Fuel Tank 206.6gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank Only 35.4gal (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 17.4gal (US)
Front Planetary - Fixed
Oscillation Angle ±5°
Rear Planetary - Oscillating
Parking Brake Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
Service Brakes Multi Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 113dB(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 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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 73dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 72dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 113dB(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 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.
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 73dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 72dB(A)
Bore 4.5in
Maximum System Flow 170 L/min @ 1,800 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,800 rpm)
Steering Pressure Limited 3481psi
Steering System - Circuit Pilot operated, load sensing
Steering System - Pump Piston - Variable Displacement
Stroke 22.7in
Vehicle Articulation Angle 86°
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight - Including Rear Radiator Guard 10.16ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight - No Rear Radiator Guard 9.38ft
Ground Clearance 2.11ft
Ground Clearance - Bumper 3.15ft
Height - Cab Roof 13.75ft
Height - Top of Beacon 15.63ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 14.56ft
Height - Top of Hood 10.87ft
Height to Top of Air Conditioning Condenser 14.99ft
Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle 6.07ft
Length - With Blade on Ground - Straight Blade - Including Rear Radiator Guard 28.59ft
Turning Radius - Inside of Wheels 9.18ft
Wheel Base 12.14ft
Width - Over Wheels 12.47ft
Capacity, Rated 16.1yd³
Height with Cutting Edge and Screen 6.23ft
Maximum Depth of Cut 1.5ft
Maximum Lift above Ground 4.19ft
Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) 28.59ft
Width - Over End Bits 14.75ft
Width – Moldboard Length 14.16ft
Capacity, Rated 20.9yd³
Height with Cutting Edge and Screen 6.63ft
Maximum Depth of Cut 2.03ft
Maximum Lift above Ground 3.825ft
Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) 29.54ft
Width - Over End Bits 14.83ft
Width – Moldboard Length 14.66ft
Capacity, Rated 22.9yd³
Height with Cutting Edge and Screen 6.62ft
Maximum Depth of Cut 2.03mm
Maximum Lift above Ground 3.79ft
Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) 30.7ft
Width - Over End Bits 14.41ft
Width – Moldboard Length 14.25ft
Combination Tips (Weight Group) 21125lb
Diamond Tips Weight (Group) 23997lb
Drum Diameter 63.4in
Drum Width 47.2in
Feet Per Row 6
Feet Per Wheel 30
Outside Diameter 77.6in
Outside Diameter - Diamond 78.1in
Paddle Tips - Weight (Group) 20540lb
Plus Tips - Weight (Group) 22002lb
Replaceable Weld On
Tip Height 179mm
Tip Height - Diamond 7.25in
Width Over Drums 3800mm
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Single Clutch Speed Shifting (SCSS)
Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
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)
Muffler (under hood) (U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent)
Electro-hydraulic parking brake
Engine, Cat C15 configured for two emissions options: Tier 4 Final/Stage V, or emitting equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Fuel priming pump (electric)
Fuel-to-air cooler
Ground level engine shutdown
Heat shield, turbo and exhaust manifold
Hydraulically driven demand fan
Integrated braking system
Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)
Separated cooling system
Starting aid (ether)
Throttle lock
Torque converter with Lock Up Clutch (LUC)
Eco Mode
Transmission, planetary, with 2F/2R speed range control
Under hood ventilation system
Alarm, back-up
Alternator, 150 amp
Batteries, maintenance-free (4 - 1,000 CCA)
Electrical system, 24V
Light, warning unswitched (LED strobe)
Lighting system, halogen (front and rear)
Lighting, access stairway
Lighting, underhood
Starter, electric (heavy duty)
Ground level lockable master disconnect switch
Auxiliary start receptacle
Camera, rear vision
Air conditioner with roof-mounted condenser
Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
Internal four-post rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)
Radio ready for entertainment: – Antenna – Speakers – Converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
Radio, CB ready
Coat and hard hat hooks
Fingertip shifting controls
Flip-up armrest
Heater and defroster
Implement hydraulic lockout
Glass (window) - rubber mounted glass
Light, (dome) cab
Lunch box and beverage holders
Instrumentation, gauges: – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V) – Engine coolant temperature – Fuel level – Hydraulic oil temperature – Speedometer/tachometer – Torque converter 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
Mirror, internal (panoramic)
Mirrors, heated, rearview (externally mounted)
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
Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system with lockout
Sun visor, front
Tinted glass
Transmission gear (indicator)
Vital Information Management System (VIMS™): – Graphical information display – External data port – Customizable operator profiles
Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
Intermittent wipers (front and rear)
Precleaner, cab powered
Horn group (trumpet)
Guards, axle (front and rear)
Guard, cab window
Guard, driveshaft
Guards, crankcase and powertrain, hydraulically powered
Guard, differential (front and rear)
Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
Demand fan/swing out (hydraulic reversible)
Doors, service access (locking)
Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
Emergency platform exit
Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
Engine idle management features: – Auto idle kickdown – Delayed engine shutdown – Engine idle shutdown
Fire suppression ready
Fuel tank, 782 L (207 gal)
Hitch, drawbar with pin
Hoses, Cat XT™
Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
Total hydraulic filtration system
Oil sampling valves
Oil change system, high speed
Steering, load sensing
Stairway, left and right rear access
Vandalism protection caplocks
Venturi stack
Fold-down exhaust stack for shipping
Product Link™ – Cellular, Satellite
Engine: – Sound suppression
Engine precleaners - single stage
Dozer arrangement (no blade)
Striker bars
Wheels and tips: wheel arrangements – 7" combination tips
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Radio, AM/FM/Aux/USB/Bluetooth®
Cat Compact SBAS Mapping (available through SITECH only)
Cat Compact RTK Mapping (available through SITECH only)
Guard – rear fan and grill
Heater, engine coolant, 120V
Heater, engine coolant, 240V
Engine precleaners – dual stage
CE/UKCA Certification (standard where regulations require it)
Plate – year of manufacture (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
Striker bars with cleaner fingers
Stairway, swingout (LH & RH)
