Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 986 Wheel Loader (2022-2026) are high engine power at 449 hp (335 kW) and high weight at 99,208 lb (45 t). Its published bucket capacity is 7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2022-2026
Weight: 99,208 lb (45 t)Engine power: 449 hp (335 kW)Bucket capacity: 7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 11 yd³ (8.4 m³)
99,208 lb (45 t)Weight
449 hp (335 kW)Engine power
7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)Bucket capacity
11 yd³ (8.4 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
75,536 lbf (336 kN)Lifting Force
24.2 mph (39 km/h)Travel speed
1,600 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
449 hp (335 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
99,208 lb (45 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
High
7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
High
75,536 lbf (336 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.2 mph (39 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
1,778 lb-ft (2,411 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is well above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 986 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2022-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power449 hp (335 kW)
Lifting Force75,536 lbf (336 kN)
Maximum torque1,778 lb-ft (2,411 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,600 rpm
Travel speed24.2 mph (39 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width12.5 ft (3.81 m)
Maximum discharge height10.1 ft (3.08 m)
Transport height13.5 ft (4.1 m)
Transport length36.5 ft (11.1 m)
Outside turning radius28.6 ft (8.71 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity11 yd³ (8.4 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity7.98 yd³ (6.1 m³)
Weight99,208 lb (45 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke137×171.5 mm
Displacement4.02 US gal (15.2 L)
Emission levelEU V
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC15 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres35/65 R33
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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