Technicial Specifications
| Engine Model | C27 Cat® |
| Rated Speed | 1800 r/min |
| Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 561 kW |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 571 kW |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 - Standard Ambient | 521 kW |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 - High Ambient | 483 kW |
| Bore | 137.2 mm |
| Stroke | 152.4 mm |
| Displacement | 27.03 l |
| Peak Torque - Speed | 3557 N·m |
| Torque Rise | 18 % |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V or China Nonroad Stage III Emissions standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2 |
| Operating Weight | 74883 kg |
| Blade Capacities | 15.9 - 30.7 m3 (20.7 - 40.2 yd3) |
| Transmission Type | Cat Planetary Power Shift |
| Converter Drive - Forward 1 | 7.3 km/h |
| Converter Drive - Forward 2 | 13.3 km/h |
| Converter Drive - Forward 3 | 22.9 km/h |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 1 | 7.9 km/h |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 2 | 14.7 km/h |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 3 | 24.9 km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 1 | Lock-up disabled |
| Direct Drive - Forward 2 | 13.7 km/h |
| Direct Drive - Forward 3 | 24.5 km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 1 | 8.7 km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 2 | 15.4 km/h |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 3 | 26.4 km/h |
| Output at 2,000 rpm and 6900 kPa (1,000 psi) | 311 l/min |
| Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke | 133 mm × 1535 mm (5.25 in × 60.4 in) |
| Cylinder, Double Acting - Tilt and Tip, Bore and Stroke | 210 mm × 188 mm (8.25 in × 7.4 in) |
| Relief Valve Setting - Bulldozer (Large Pump) | 18650 kPa |
| Relief Valve Setting - Tilt Cylinders (Small Pump) | 20150 kPa |
| Steering System - Circuit | Pilot, load sensing |
| Steering System - Pump | Piston, variable displacement |
| Minimum Turning Radius - Over Blade | 10369 mm |
| Total Steering Angle | 35 ° |
| Maximum Flow | 357 l/min |
| Relief Valve Setting | 31000 kPa |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | 1085 l |
| Cooling System | 208 l |
| Crankcase | 76 l |
| Transmission | 110 l |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 271 l |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 261 l |
| Hydraulic System - Implement and Hydraulic Fan | 261 l |
| Hydraulic System - Steering and Braking | 132 l |
| 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. |
| Front | Fixed |
| Rear | Trunnion |
| Oscillation Angle | 8.5 ° |
| Brakes | Meets ISO 3540:2011 |
| Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 69 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 115 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 69 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) |
| ROPS/FOPS | ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II Standards |
| Height - Top of ROPS | 5240 mm |
| Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 5049 mm |
| Height - Top of Hood | 3862 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 596 mm |
| Centerline of Front Axle to Hitch | 2300 mm |
| Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Bumper | 3795 mm |
| Wheel Base | 4600 mm |
| Length - With Blade on Ground | 11120 mm |
Advantages and Features
Long Term Value and Durability
Unmatched Durability
- The full box-section rear frame resists torsional shock and twisting forces.
- Solid through-width push beams transfer and absorb stresses through a larger portion of the frame.
- Robust structures withstand the toughest conditions and multiple lifecycles to improve your bottom line.
- Resilient, durable blades are designed with excellent dozing and rolling characteristics.
- Optimized axle mounting results in increased structural integrity.
- Castings in the engine and frame are used in high stress areas to spread high loads.
- One-piece castings enhance strength in key pin areas.
Move More with Less Fuel
Optimum Efficiency
- Experience reliable efficiency with complete control over injection timing, duration, and pressure with Mechanically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (MEUI™).
- Best-in-class Cat planetary powershift transmission features consistent, smooth shifting and efficiency through integrated electronic controls.
- Extended engine life and improved fuel efficiency with reduced rated speed.
- Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS) provide precise rimpull control.
- Load sensing hydraulic steering system enables precise machine control for easier loading.
- Lock-up torque converter with advanced control of lock-up speed.
- On demand cooling fan protects investment and lengthens lifecycle.
Safety First
Increased Safety
- Battery disconnect, emergency engine shutdown, and stairway light switch are accessed through the ground level power service center.
- Optional Cat Detect with Object Detection System (rearview camera and radar) or Vision (rearview camera) increase operator awareness around the machine.
- Cab-mounted LED strobes provide warning for others near the machine.
- Wider stairs with reduced stair angles increase safety for operators.
- Access stairs via a powered platform from cab or ground level and have emergency egress access.
Technology that Gets Work Done
Innovative Technology
- Integrated technologies allow you to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
- Product Link™ remote monitoring provides valuable insight into machine or fleet performance through the VisionLink® interface, so you can make decisions that boost jobsite efficiency and lower operating costs.
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS™) 3G touchscreen monitor gives access to a wide range of sensor information and enhanced machine data to resolve problems before machine failure.
- Optional Cat Detect technologies enhance awareness of the environment around the machine for increased safety.
Work In Comfort
Enhanced Operator Comfort
- Steering and Transmission Integrated Control System (STIC™) combines directional selection, gear selection, and steering into a single lever, maximizing responsiveness and control while reducing operator fatigue.
- Operators can easily enter and exit the cab with fold-up STIC steer/armrest, reduced access stairway angles, and standard stairway lighting.
- Experience reduced vibrations with isolated cab mounts and seat-mounted implement and steering controls.
- Reduced interior sound levels keep operators comfortable throughout their entire shift.
Reduce Environmental Impact
Improved Sustainability
- Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards.
- Emits up to 18% less Co2 /hr.*
- Automatic Engine Idle Shutdown conserves fuel when machine is not in use.
- Generate less waste with maintenance-free batteries.
- Maximize machine life and lower operating costs with Caterpillar Reman and Certified Rebuild programs, which utilize reused or remanufactured components for 40 to 70 percent cost savings.
- Retrofit packages from Caterpillar deliver new features to older machines to get the most from your investment.
Save on Service and Maintenance
Simplified Maintenance
- Swing-out fuel, hydraulic oil coolers, and condenser allow for easy access cleanout.
- Machine features ground level or platform access to easily reach daily service points.
- Swing-out doors on either side of the engine compartment provide easy access to critical daily service checks.
- Optional tire pressure monitoring system provides real-time information to the operator in the cab for optimized tire life.
- Electronics bay is conveniently located inside the cab.
- Sight gauges offer quick visual inspection to minimize fluid contamination.
- Lighting inside the engine compartment improves visibility to service points.
- Ecology drains prevent spills and allow for easier service.
- 500-hour engine oil and filter change interval with S•O•S oil sampling analysis.
- Service center includes drain and fill, electronic technician connection, and fluid level status.
- Axle oil cooler and Automatic Retarder Control prevents unnecessary wear from accelerating down declines.
Purpose-Built Cat Attachments
Built for Your Operation
- Dependable blades are designed for mining with press rib construction and optimized widths and capacities for excellent dozing and rolling.
- Available Cat coal blades retain load control and a large capacity for lighter materials.
- Semi-U Blade features the increased capacity and spreading capabilities of a straight blade.
- Heavy-Duty Semi-U blade includes a Hardox 400 Liner plate, side plates, and additional reinforcements at the bottom of the blade.
- Equipped with the Cat MineStar System, a suite of integrated mine operations and mobile equipment technologies.
- Cat MineStar’s capabilities help manage all aspects of operation.
- Fleet provides remote machine tracking capabilities.
- Terrain for Loading enables high precision management of load management.
- Detect assists the operator with areas of limited visibility.
- Health delivers machine condition and operating data and diagnostic tools for longer machine lifecycle.
Standard Equipment
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NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature control
- Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized, protective structure (ROPS/FOPS), radio ready for (entertainment) includes antenna, speakers and converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
- 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
- Cigar lighter and ashtray
- Coat hook
- Electro-hydraulic blade controls (joystick)
- Flip-up armrest
- Heater and defroster
- Horn, electric
- Instrumentation, gauges: - Engine coolant temperature - Fuel level - Ground speed - Gear - Hydraulic oil temperature - Speedometer/tachometer - Torque converter temperature
- Instrumentation, warning indicators: - Action alert system, three category - Automatic transmission model enable status - Brake malfunction - Bucket float status - Delayed engine shutdown status - Engine idle shutdown status - Engine malfunction - Fuel economy mode enable status - Hydraulic lockout - Lockup clutch enable status - Low fuel level - Parking brake status - Rimpull control enable status - Seatbelt warning - Secondary steering (if equipped) - Throttle lock status - Transmission gear
- Keypad, control with indicator lights: - Auto trans mode speed range - Auto/manual transmission mode - Lockup clutch - Reduced rimpull - Throttle lock
- Light, dome (cab)
- Lunchbox and beverage holders
- Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
- Seat, premium with heated and actively cooled leather, adjustable lumbar support, air adjustable bolsters on the seat and backrest, seat cushion tilt adjustment, and adjustable-length seat cushion
- STIC control system with steering lock
- Tinted glass
- Wet-arm wipers/washers (front, rear and corner) intermittent front wiper
- Converter (12V, 10/15 amp) and power port
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POWER TRAIN
- Brakes, oil cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
- Axle-shaft oil-disc service brake
- Electro hydraulic parking brake
- Cat clean emission module (Tier 4 only)
- Demand fan
- Engine Cat C27
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Ground level engine shutoff
- Mufflers (under hood) (Tier 2 only)
- Precleaner, engine air intake
- Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)
- Separated cooling system
- Starting aid, (ether) automatic
- Throttle Lock electronic
- Torque Converter, Impeller Clutch with lock-up clutch feature and rimpull control system
- Transmission, 534 mm (21 in) planetary power shift (electronic) (3F/3R)
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ELECTRICAL
- Alternator, 150 amp
- Batteries, maintenance free (4 - 1,400 CCA)
- Deutsch terminal connectors
- Electrical system, 24V
- Electronic transmission control
- Lighting system, halogen (front and rear) lighting, access stairway, engine compartment
- Starting and charging system, 24V
- Starter lockout in bumper
- Starting receptacle for emergency start
- Transmission lockout in bumper
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SERVICE
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS) 3G with graphical information display: external data port, customizable operator profiles
- Case drain filters
- Coupling, Caterpillar O-ring face seals
- Guards, crankcase and power train
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hoses, Cat XT
- Oil sampling valves
- Product Link™
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SAFETY
- Camera, rear vision
- Implement lockout switch
- Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- Trainer seat with lap belt
- Alarm, back-up
- Emergency platform egress
- Stairway, left and right rear access
- Steering, secondary
- Toe kicks
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TRAMMING
- Fenders, steel (front)
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OTHER
- Axle temperature sensor
- Battery disconnect and jump start receptacle, bumper
- Economy mode with on demand throttle
- Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CH4
- Engine idle management features: - Auto idle kickdown - Delayed engine shutdown - Engine idle shutdown
- Grouped/labeled lube points
- Positive flow control hydraulic system
- Sight Gauges: hydraulic tanks, steering/fan and implement/brake, and transmission
- Steering, load sensing
- Vandalism protection caplocks
- Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to -34° C (-29° F)
Optional Equipment
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NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
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POWER TRAIN
- 50° C (-58° F) antifreeze
- Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
- Engine block heater 120V or 240V
- High ambient cooling - software
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BLADES
- Semi-U - 17.8 m3 (23.3 yd3)
- HD Semi-U - 16.1 m3 (21.1 yd3)
- Coal - 30.7 m3 (40.2 yd3)
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cab precleaner
- AM/FM/MP3 radio
- Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth
- LED warning strobe
- CB radio ready
- Window sun shade
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TRAMMING
- Front and rear roading fenders
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MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS
- Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
- Axle oscillation stop
- Paint, black blade rear
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OTHER
- Venturi stack
