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Engine
Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002
-	-	339 HP 253 kW
Net Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
378 HP 282 kW	-	-
Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995:2014
412 HP 307 kW	-	-
Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014
-	-	343 HP 256 kW
Engine Model
Cat C13 Cat C13	Cat C13 Cat C13	Cat C9.3B Cat C9.3B
Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
-	-	321 HP 239 kW
Engine Power @ 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396:2002
406 HP 303 kW	-	-
Note (1)
Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III. Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III.	Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III. Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III.	Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III. Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III.
Engine Torque @ 1,300 rpm - ISO 14396:2002
1602 lb/ft 2172 N·m	-	-
Note (2)
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.	The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.	The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
-	-	1316 ft-lb 1785 N·m
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014
-	-	1327 lb/ft 1799 N·m
Displacement
-	12.5 L 12.5 L	9.3 L 9.3 L
Note (3)
Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer.	Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer	Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer.
Gross Torque @ 1,300 rpm - SAE J1995:2014
1617 lb/ft 2192 N·m	-	-
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002
-	-	1313 lb/ft 1781 N·m
Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm – ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
1515 lb/ft 2054 N·m	-	-
Weights
Operating Weight
78264 lb 35510 kg	66877 lb 30344 kg	51124 lb 23196 kg
Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 6.1 m? (8 yd?) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 6.1 m? (8 yd?) general purpose bucket with BOCE.	? Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m? (7.1 yd?) general purpose bucket with BOCE. ? Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m? (7.1 yd?) general purpose bucket with BOCE.	Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Transmission
Forward - 1
3.9 mile/h 6.2 km/h	4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h	4.2 mile/h 6.7 km/h
Forward - 2
7.4 mile/h 11.9 km/h	8.3 mile/h 13.3 km/h	8.4 mile/h 13.5 km/h
Forward - 3
13.1 mile/h 21.1 km/h	14.6 mile/h 23.5 km/h	15 mile/h 24.2 km/h
Forward - 4
23.3 mile/h 37.5 km/h	24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h	24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 914 mm (36 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 914 mm (36 in) roll radius.	Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 935 mm (37 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L4 tires with 935 mm (37 in) roll radius.	Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.
Reverse - 1
4.3 mile/h 7 km/h	4.8 mile/h 7.8 km/h	4.5 mile/h 7.3 km/h
Reverse - 2
8.5 mile/h 13.6 km/h	9.4 mile/h 15.2 km/h	9.2 mile/h 14.8 km/h
Reverse - 3
15 mile/h 24.1 km/h	16.7 mile/h 26.9 km/h	16.5 mile/h 26.6 km/h
Reverse - 4
24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h	24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h	24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
Sound
Note (1)
For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.? For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.?	For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.? For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.?	For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives.
Note (2)
*European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.? *European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?	*European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.? *European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?	*European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. *European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level*
109 109	109 109	108 108
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)	72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)	69 dB(A) 69 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
112 dB(A) 112 dB(A)	112 dB(A) 112 dB(A)	109 dB(A) 109 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
78 78	78 78	76 76
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)	72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)	70 dB(A) 70 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note
-	-	Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
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 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons).	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons).	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force
59060 lbf 262 kN	51008 lb 227 kN	38999 lb 174 kN
Note (1)
For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.? For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?	For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.? For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?	For a machine configuration as defined under Weight. For a machine configuration as defined under Weight.
Note (2)
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.	Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.	Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
22418 kg 49410 lb	20965 kg 46208 lb	15981 kg 35244 lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
46526 lb 21110 kg	43432 lb 19706 kg	32727 lb 14849 kg
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System
13.7 gal (US) 52 l	13.7 gal (US) 52 l	17.4 gal (US) 66 l
Crankcase
9.8 gal (US) 37 l	9.8 gal (US) 37 l	6.1 gal (US) 23 l
DEF Tank
5.5 gal (US) 21 l	-	6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front
24.3 gal (US) 92 l	22.2 gal (US) 84 l	15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
24.3 gal (US) 92 l	22.4 gal (US) 84 l	15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Fuel Tank
112.5 gal (US) 426 l	112.5 gal (US) 426 l	80.1 gal (US) 303 l
Hydraulic Tank
40.4 gal (US) 153 l	40.4 gal (US) 153 l	30.1 gal (US) 114 l
Transmission
20.3 gal (US) 77 l	20.3 gal (US) 77 l	15.5 gal (US) 58.5 l
Hydraulic System
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4975 psi 34300 kPa	4975 psi 34300 kPa	4496 psi 31000 kPa
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm
119 gal/min 449 l/min	119 gal/min 449 l/min	99 gal/min 373 l/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
-	-	10.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
Dimensions - High Lift
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
9.4 ft 2843 mm	8.9 ft 2661 mm	8.1 ft 2458 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
6.3 ft 1900 mm	6.3 ft 1900 mm	5.1 ft 1775 mm
Ground Clearance
1.4 ft 428 mm	1.5 ft 456 mm	1.4 ft 424 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
12.4 ft 3736 mm	12.5 ft 3764 mm	11.8 ft 3531 mm
Height - Top of Hood
10 ft 3036 mm	10.1 ft 3064 mm	9.5 ft 2850 mm
Height - Top of ROPS
12.6 ft 3801 mm	12.7 ft 3829 mm	11.1 ft 3593 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2.11 ft 896 mm	2.2 ft 682 mm	2.6 ft 782 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
16.1 ft 5150 mm	15.7 ft 4775 mm	15.9 ft 4804 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.4 ft 4069 mm	13.6 ft 4125 mm	13.8 ft 4183 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket
29.11 ft 9104 mm	27.5 ft 8355 mm	26.6 ft 8069 mm
Tread Width
8.4 ft 2540 mm	8 ft 2440 mm	7.3 ft 2230 mm
Wheel Base
12.6 ft 3800 mm	12.6 ft 3800 mm	11.8 ft 3550 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
-	61 degrees 61 degrees	71 degrees 71 degrees
Width over Tires (Loaded)
11.5 ft 3471 mm	10.9 ft 3260 mm	9.11 ft 3012 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height
-	50 degrees 50 degrees	49 degrees 49 degrees
Rack Back at Ground
-	40 degrees 40 degrees	37 degrees 37 degrees
Dimensions
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 6.1 m3 (8 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 6.1 m3 (8 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 875/65R29 VLTS L4 radial tires.	All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires.	All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires.
Dimensions - Standard Lift
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
107.4 in 2729 mm	2661 mm 2661 mm	7.7 ft 2290 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
6.3 ft 1900 mm	6.3 ft 1900 mm	5.1 ft 1775 mm
Ground Clearance
428 mm 1.4 ft	456 mm 1.5 ft	424 mm 1.4 ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
3736 mm 12.4 ft	3764 mm 12.5 ft	3531 mm 11.8 ft
Height - Top of Hood
3036 mm 10 ft	3064 mm 10.1 ft	2850 mm 9.5 ft
Height - Top of ROPS
3801 mm 12.6 ft	3829 mm 12.7 ft	3593 mm 11.1 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2.7 ft 791 mm	2.2 ft 682 mm	2 ft 635 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
4741 mm 15.6 ft	4554 mm 14.11 ft	4245 mm 13.11 ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
3902 mm 12.9 ft	3881 mm 12.8 ft	3687 mm 12.1 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket
8597 mm 28.3 ft	8155 mm 26.1 ft	7399 mm 24.4 ft
Tread Width
8.4 ft 2540 mm	8 ft 2440 mm	7.3 ft 2230 mm
Wheel Base
3800 mm 12.6 ft	3800 mm 12.6 ft	3550 mm 11.8 ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
-	61 degrees 61 degrees	62 degrees 62 degrees
Width over Tires (Loaded)
11.5 ft 3471 mm	10.9 ft 3260 mm	9.11 ft 3012 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height
-	50 degrees 50 degrees	50 degrees 50 degrees
Rack Back at Ground
-	40 degrees 40 degrees	40 degrees 40 degrees
Bucket Capacities
Bucket Range
4.8-17.2 m³ 6.25-22.5 yd³ 4.8-17.2 m³ 6.25-22.5 yd³	4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³ 4.0-14.5 m³ 5.25-19 yd³	2.8-11.9 m³ 3.75-15.5 yd³ 2.8-11.9 m³ 3.75-15.5 yd³

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