Key specifications for the Caterpillar 986k Wheel Loader (2019-2026) include high engine power at 373 hp (278 kW) together with high weight at 116,691 lb (52.9 t). Its published bucket capacity is 7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2019-2026
Weight: 116,691 lb (52.9 t)Engine power: 373 hp (278 kW)Bucket capacity: 7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)
116,691 lb (52.9 t)Weight
373 hp (278 kW)Engine power
7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)Bucket capacity
7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.2 mph (39 km/h)Travel speed
1,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
1,778 lb-ft (2,411 Nm)Maximum torque
12.5 ft (3.81 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
373 hp (278 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
116,691 lb (52.9 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
7.06 yd³ (5.4 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.
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.
Transport height
Above average
13.5 ft (4.1 m)
Low 7.71 ft (2.35 m)Typical 11.1 ft (3.38 m)High 18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Transport height is above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
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 filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 986k |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2019-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power373 hp (278 kW)
Maximum torque1,778 lb-ft (2,411 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,200 rpm
Travel speed24.2 mph (39 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width12.5 ft (3.81 m)
Maximum discharge height10.7 ft (3.26 m)
Transport height13.5 ft (4.1 m)
Transport length35 ft (10.7 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity7.06 yd³ (5.4 m³)
Weight116,691 lb (52.9 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke137×171.5 mm
Displacement4.02 US gal (15.2 L)
Emission levelTier 4 f
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC15 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres35/65-33
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo

