986 Wheel Loader

Cat® Large Wheel Loaders are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to move more material efficiently and safely at a lower cost per ton. The 986 builds upon this legacy of durability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability and sustainability.

  • Engine Model C15 Cat®

  • Peak Power Speed 1600

  • Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 456 HP

  • Engine Power - ISO 14396 449 HP

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Product Specifications

Specifications

Engine

  • Bore 5.4in

  • Displacement 927in²

  • 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

  • Engine Model C15 Cat®

  • Engine Power - ISO 14396 449HP

  • Net Power - SAE J1349 373HP

  • Peak Power Speed 1600

  • Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995 456HP

  • Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1778lb/ft

  • Rated Speed 2000

  • Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 373HP

  • Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269 (DIN) 378HP

  • Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 373HP

  • Rated Speed - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 (DIN) 378HP

  • Stroke 6.75in

  • Torque Rise 16%

Transmission

  • Direct Drive - Forward 2 8mile/h

  • Direct Drive - Forward 3 14mile/h

  • Direct Drive - Forward 4 24mile/h

  • Direct Drive - Reverse 2 9mile/h

  • Direct Drive - Reverse 3 16mile/h

  • Direct Drive - Reverse 4 25.4mile/h

  • Forward - 1 5mile/h

  • Forward - 2 8mile/h

  • Reverse - 1 5mile/h

  • Reverse - 2 8mile/h

  • Transmission Type Cat planetary power shift

Operating Specifications

  • Bucket Capacity Range 5-10,3 m³ (6,5-13,5 yd.³)

  • Cat Truck Match - High Lift 772/773

  • Cat Truck Match - Standard 770/735/740/745

  • Operating Weight - High Lift 104005lb

  • Operating Weight - Standard 97785lb

  • Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face) 11ton (US)

  • Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift) 12.1ton (US)

  • Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard) 14ton (US)

  • Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face) 11ton (US)

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

  • Lift Cylinder - Bore 7.5in

  • Lift Cylinder - Stroke 45in

  • Lift/Tilt System - Circuit Load Sense

  • Lift/Tilt System - Pump 2 × 110 cc variable displacement

  • Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm 123gal/min

  • Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt 4050psi

  • Tilt Cylinder - Bore 6.7in

  • Tilt Cylinder - Stroke 28.4in

Hydraulic Cycle Times

  • Dump 3.5s

  • Lower 5.2s

  • Lower Float Down 4.3s

  • Rack Back 4.5s

  • Raise 9s

  • Total Hydraulic Cycle Time 21.3s

Hydraulic System - Steering

  • Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm 52gal/min

  • Steering Cut Off Pressure 4000psi

  • Steering System - Circuit Load Sense

  • Steering System - Pump Piston, variable displacement

  • Total Steering Angle 70°

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 1.8 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes.

Axles

  • Front Fixed

  • Oscillation Angle ±12.5°

  • Oscillation Angle - Chain Arrangement ±8.5°

  • Rear Trunnion

Brakes

  • Brakes ISO 3450:2011

Service Refill Capacities

  • Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front 49gal (US)

  • Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear 45gal (US)

  • Cooling Systems 26gal (US)

  • Crankcase 9gal (US)

  • Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 6gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank 141gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank - Short Lift 127gal (US)

  • Hydraulic System - Tank Only 34gal (US)

  • Hydraulic System Factory Fill 87gal (US)

  • Transmission 20gal (US)

Operator's Cab

  • ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS)

Sound Performance - Standard

  • Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 112dB(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

    • Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72dB(A)

Sound Performance - Suppression

  • Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395) 110dB(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

    • Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396) 72dB(A)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

  • B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 16.1ft

  • Clearance at Maximum Lift 10.1ft

  • Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 13.8ft

  • Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2ft

  • Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft

  • Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft

  • Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft

  • Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft

  • Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft

  • Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 22.4ft

  • Maximum Overall Length 36.6ft

  • Note

    • All dimensions are approximate.
    • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

  • Reach - Maximum Lift 7.1ft

  • Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3ft

  • Wheel Base 12.5ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

  • B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift 17.6ft

  • Clearance at Maximum Lift 11.6ft

  • Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 15.3ft

  • Ground to Center of Front Axle 3.2ft

  • Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft

  • Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft

  • Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft

  • Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft

  • Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft

  • Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised 23.9ft

  • Maximum Overall Length 38ft

  • Note

    • All dimensions are approximate.
    • Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

  • Reach - Maximum Lift 7.4ft

  • Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper 10.3ft

  • Wheel Base 12.5ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) Bucket

  • B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15ft

  • Clearance at Maximum Lift 10.7ft

  • Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 12.2ft

  • Ground to Center of Rear Axle 3.2ft

  • Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft

  • Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft

  • Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft

  • Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft

  • Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft

  • Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised 20.9ft

  • Maximum Overall Length 35ft

  • Reach at Maximum Lift 8ft

  • Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper 10.3ft

  • Wheel Base 12.5ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork

  • B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15ft

  • Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip 12.6ft

  • Ground to Center of Rear Axle 3.2ft

  • Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance 2.3ft

  • Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance 1.5ft

  • Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks 13.3ft

  • Ground to Top of Hood 10.7ft

  • Ground to Top of ROPS 13.5ft

  • Maximum Overall Length 35.4ft

  • Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper 10.3ft

  • Wheel Base 12.5ft

Features

Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

  • Alarm, back-up

  • Alternator, single 145 amp

  • Batteries, dry

  • Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V

  • Lighting system (halogen, work lights, access and service platform lighting)

  • Starting and charging system, 24V

  • Starter emergency start receptacle

  • Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings

  • Air conditioner

  • Rear vision camera system

  • Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) and power port

  • Controls, lift and tilt function

  • Heater, defroster

  • Horn, electric

  • Instrumentation, gauges:
    – Coolant temperature
    – Fuel level
    – DEF level
    – Hydraulic oil temperature
    – Power train oil temperature

  • Light, cab, dome

  • Lunchbox, beverage holders

  • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)

  • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable

  • Seat belt minder

  • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide

  • STIC Control System

  • UV glass

  • Transmission gear indicator

  • Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear):
    – Intermittent front and rear wipers

  • Lights, directional

  • Cat Production Measurement ready

  • Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary

  • Case drain screens

  • Crankcase guard

  • Electro hydraulic parking brake

  • Engine, C15 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled

  • Ground level engine shutoff

  • Turbine precleaner, engine air intake

  • Starting aid, ether, automatic

  • Torque converter, Neutralizer

  • Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control

  • Manual switch and automatic fuel priming

  • Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner

  • Hydraulically driven demand fan

  • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals

  • Doors, service access (locking)

  • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank

  • Fuel tank, 535 L (141 gal)

  • Hitch, drawbar with pin

  • Hoses, Cat XT

  • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system

  • Cat Clean Emission Module

  • Oil sampling valves

  • Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)

  • Rear access to cab and service platform

  • Steering, load sensing

  • Toe kicks

  • Vandalism protection caplocks

Optional Equipment

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

  • –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze

  • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins

  • Engine block heater 120V or 240V

  • High ambient cooling – software

  • Cat Production Measurement

  • Front and rear roading fenders

  • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)

  • Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)

  • Aggregate Handler

  • Block Handler

  • Cab powered precleaner

  • Cat Detect Vision

  • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio

  • Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth

  • LED warning strobe

  • CB radio ready

  • Window pull down visor

  • Handrail mounted mirrors