Caterpillar 789C

The 789C Mining Truck is engineered for performance, designed for comfort, and built to last. Developed specifically for high production mining and hauling applications, the 789C Mining Truck keeps material moving at high volume to lower your cost-per-ton. Rugged construction creates a durable machine. Easy maintenance procedures ensure high reliability and long life with low operating costs.

Caterpillar 789C
 


SPECIFICATIONSBENEFITS AND FEATURESSTANDARD / OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Standard Equipment for the Caterpillar 789C


Transmission
Programmable Top Gear
Reverse Neutralizer during Dumping
Neutral Start Switch, Reverse Shift Inhibitor
Neutral Coast Inhibitor
Lock-up Torque Converter
Electronic Control and Downshift Inhibitor
Directional Shift Management
Body-up Shift Inhibitor
Controlled Throttle Shifting
6-speed, Automatic Power Shift
Vandalism Protection Locks
Traction Control System
Tow Pin, Rear
Tow Hooks, Front
Tie Down Eyes
Steering, Auxiliary Quick Connect for Towing
Rock Ejectors
Rims, Center Mounted for 37.00-R57 Tires
Reservoirs (Separate)
Transmission
Steering
Brake/Converter/Hoist
Oil Change System, Quick Service
Ground Level
VIMS Dataports (2)
Engine Shutdown
Battery Disconnect
Lighting System
Under-hood Light
Stop and Tail Lights (LED)
Headlights, Halogen, with Dimmer
LH Ladder Light and Service Deck Lights
External Payload Lights, red/green
Direction Signals and Hazard Warning (Rear Halogen)
Back-up Lights, Halogen
Fast-fill Fuel System, Wiggins
Engine – Cat 3516B EUI Diesel Engine
Multi-Point Oil Pressure Sensing
Turbocharger (4)/Aftercooler
Ether Starting Aid, Automatic
Elevated Low Idle Control
Air Cleaner with Precleaner (2)
Electrical System, 12-volt to 24-volt
Dumping, Auxiliary Quick Connect for “Buddy Dumping”
Driveline Guard
Cab, ROPS/FOPS
Windshield Wiper and Washer
VIMS Keypad
VIMS Message Center with Universal Gauge
Transmission Gear Indicator
Storage Compartment
Tachometer
Sun Visor
Steering Wheel, Tilt, Padded, Telescopic
Steering, Automatic Supplemental
Seat Belts, 3-point, 75 mm (3 in) wide retractable
Speedometer
Seat, Air Suspension, 3-point Operator Restraint
Seat, Passenger, Non-suspension
Quad-Gauge Panel
Fuel Level
Coolant Temperature
Brake Oil Temperature
Air Pressure
Mirrors, Right and Left
Dome Courtesy Light
Integrated Object Detection System
Insulated and Sound Suppressed
Heater/defroster: 11 070 kCal (43,930 BTU)
Horn
Glass, Tinted
Entertainment Radio Ready
Electric Window (Operator Only)
Electric Engine Control Fault Indicator
Diagnostic Connector
Coat Hook
Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray
Air Conditioner
Air Cleaner Service Indicator
Brake System
Secondary, Emergency
Parking
Oil-cooled, Multiple-disc, Front and Rear
Brake Release Motor for Towing
Body Retaining Cable
Body Mounting Group
Batteries, 93-amp-hour, Low-maintenance, 12-volt (2)
Automatic Retarder Control
Automatic Lubrication System (Lincoln)
Alternator (105-amp)
Alarm, Back-up
Air Starter, Vane-type
Air Line Dryer (2)
VIMS Monitoring System with Max Payload Speed Manager


Optional Equipment for the Caterpillar 789C


3 Use with full liners when tail extension used
2 Minimum yield strength 900 MPa/9000 Bar/130,500 psi; 400 Brinell steel
1 Increases capacity to 120 m3/157 yd3
Wiggins (custom)
Vessels – EU
Variable speed fan, Rockford
Starting system
Air (IR Turbine)
Air (TDI Turbine)
Road Analysis Control (RAC)
Rim, spare for 37.0-R57 tire
Prelube system
Oil Renewal System
Muffler
Hub odometer – km (miles)
Heater, engine coolant and oil 120-volt external power source
Heater, fuel recirculation type, non-electric
Fuel tanks
1,000 gal/3785 L
850 gal/3222 L
Display, external payload LED, LH/RH
Brakes, extended life disc
Brake oil recirculating (custom)
Body and tail extension liners2
Tail extension liner3
Full-length liner
Body heat (exhaust)
Body extensions (dual slope):
Sideboards1
Tail
Bodies
see Weight/Payload Calculation chart



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OFF HIGHWAY TRUCK OPERATING TIPS (785 – 789): VIDEO (1990)
This video offers operating tips for 785 and 789 Off Highway Trucks. (20 minutes)
BASIC WASTE APPLICATIONS TRAINING - LANDFILL : VIDEO (2001)
This video covers landfill operations, and reviews basic- to intermediate-level skills. (10 minutes)
FATAL MISTAKES: VIDEO (1999)
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - 777F OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCK
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OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS (769-775)
Safety & Maintenance Inspection Checklist
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Safety & Maintenance Inspection Checklist
OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS
Start-up & Shut Down Procedures
OFF HIGHWAY TRUCK OPERATING TIPS (785 – 789): VIDEO (1990)
This video offers operating tips for 785 and 789 Off Highway Trucks. (20 minutes)
DAILY WALK AROUND INSPECTION ON A 793C OFF HIGHWAY TRUCK: VIDEO
This video is a detailed look at the proper method of conducting a walk around inspection on a 793C Off Highway Truck. (16 minutes)
BASIC WASTE APPLICATIONS TRAINING - LANDFILL : VIDEO (2001)
This video covers landfill operations, and reviews basic- to intermediate-level skills. (10 minutes)
770-772 OFF HIGHWAY TRUCK OPERATING TIPS: VIDEO (2008)
This video cover basic tips for the safe operation of the 770 and 772 model off highway trucks.. (17 minutes)
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