986 Wheel Loader

At a Glance

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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Overview

Engine

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Engine Model	C15 Cat®
Peak Power Speed	1600
Peak Power Speed - Gross - SAE J1995	456HP
Engine Power - ISO 14396	449HP
Net Power - SAE J1349	373HP
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
Bore	5.4in
Stroke	6.75in
Displacement	927in²
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995	1778lb/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

Transmission

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Transmission Type	Cat planetary power shift
Forward - 1	5mile/h
Forward - 2	8mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2	8mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 3	14mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 4	24mile/h
Reverse - 1	5mile/h
Reverse - 2	8mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2	9mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3	16mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 4	25.4mile/h

Operating Specifications

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Operating Weight - Standard	97785lb
Operating Weight - High Lift	104005lb
Rated Payload - Standard (Quarry Face)	11ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (Standard)	14ton (US)
Rated Payload - High Lift (Quarry Face)	11ton (US)
Rated Payload - Loose Material (High Lift)	12.1ton (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

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

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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
Lift Cylinder - Bore	7.5in
Lift Cylinder - Stroke	45in
Tilt Cylinder - Bore	6.7in
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke	28.4in

Hydraulic Cycle Times

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Rack Back	4.5s
Raise	9s
Dump	3.5s
Lower	5.2s
Lower Float Down	4.3s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time	21.3s

Hydraulic System - Steering

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Steering System - Circuit	Load Sense
Steering System - Pump	Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm	52gal/min
Steering Cut Off Pressure	4000psi
Total Steering Angle	70°

Air Conditioning System

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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

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

Brakes

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Brakes

ISO 3450:2011

Service Refill Capacities

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Fuel Tank	141gal (US)
Fuel Tank - Short Lift	127gal (US)
Cooling Systems	26gal (US)
Crankcase	9gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	6gal (US)
Transmission	20gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Front	49gal (US)
Axle Oil - Differentials and Final Drives - Rear	45gal (US)
Hydraulic System Factory Fill	87gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Tank Only	34gal (US)

Operator's Cab

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ROPS/FOPS

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

Sound Performance - Standard

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

Sound Performance - Suppression

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

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

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Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle	3.2ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5ft
Reach - Maximum Lift	7.1ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	10.1ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	16.1ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	22.4ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.3ft
Wheel Base	12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length	36.6ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	13.8ft
Note	All dimensions are approximate. Specs are calculated with a 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) rock bucket.

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

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Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7ft
Ground to Center of Front Axle	3.2ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5ft
Reach - Maximum Lift	7.4ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	11.6ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift	17.6ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised	23.9ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper	10.3ft
Wheel Base	12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length	38ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	15.3ft
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

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Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle	3.2ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5ft
Reach at Maximum Lift	8ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift	10.7ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised	20.9ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper	10.3ft
Wheel Base	12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length	35ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	12.2ft

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork

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Ground to Top of ROPS	13.5ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks	13.3ft
Ground to Top of Hood	10.7ft
Ground to Center of Rear Axle	3.2ft
Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance	2.3ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance	1.5ft
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper	10.3ft
Wheel Base	12.5ft
Maximum Overall Length	35.4ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip	12.6ft

Standard Equipment:

Note

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

Electrical

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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

Operator Environment

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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

Power Train

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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

Other

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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:

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

Power Train

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–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

Miscellaneous Attachments

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Front and rear roading fenders
Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)

Other Optional Configurations

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Aggregate Handler
Block Handler

Operator Environment

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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

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At a Glance

Overview

Engine

Transmission

Operating Specifications

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Hydraulic System - Steering

Air Conditioning System

Axles

Brakes

Service Refill Capacities

Operator's Cab

Sound Performance - Standard

Sound Performance - Suppression

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage

Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage

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

Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork

Standard Equipment:

Note

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

Electrical

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

Operator Environment

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

Power Train

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

Other

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

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

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

Hoses, Cat XT^™