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796 AC Electric Drive Mining Truck

The Cat® 796 AC electric drive truck offers more flexibility than any other truck in its size class — delivering optimized performance and better productivity. Built on a proven truck architecture and high strength structures, the 796 AC delivers a nominal target payload of up to 327 tonnes (360 tons) regardless of attachments. Add in a proven drive system with industry-leading serviceability, and the 796 AC mining truck delivers a hauling solution you can depend on — resulting in high reliability, high availability, and low lifecycle costs. By hauling more every load, every cycle and every shift, it creates a low-cost-per-ton hauling operation that delivers a better bottom line.

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Standard/Optional Features

Weights - Approximate

Nominal Rated Payload	360ton (US)
Rated Gross Machine Weight	1270000lb
Chassis Weight	448415lb
Body Weight Range	38 833 – 42 907 kg (85,611 – 94,594 lb)
Note (1)	Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum tire load.
Note (2)	Chassis weight with full fuel and fluids, standard & mandatory attachments, hoist, body mounting group, rims, and tires.
Note (3)	Refer to Cat Mining Truck 10/10/20 Overload Policy (AEXQ0250) for maximum gross machine weight limitations

Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995	3500hp
Engine Model	Cat® C175-16
Net Power - SAE J1349	3405hp
Rated Speed	1800r/min
Emissions Rating	Fuel Optimized
Bore	6.9in
Stroke	8.7in
Displacement	5187in³
Note (1)	Net Power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
Note (2)	U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V available for applicable markets.
Note (3)	Additional fuel optimized selectable power ratings: 2312 kW / 3,100 hp

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank	1300gal (US)
Fuel Tank (Tier 4)	1200gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	100gal (US)
Cooling System	211gal (US)
Crankcase	82gal (US)
Front Wheels - Each	7gal (US)
Final Drive - Each	67gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	296gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	385gal (US)
Grease Tank	90lb
Note (1)	DEF Tank only available for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engine option

Steering

Steer Angle	39°
Turning Diameter - Front	106.3ft
Steering Standards	ISO 5010:2019
Note	Turning Diameter (ISO 7457:1997)

AC Drive System

Total Reduction Ratio	35:01:00
Top Speed - Loaded	40mile/h
Generator/Alternator	Cat brushless, engine mounted, dual bearing
Controls	Cat IGBT Inverter Technology, air cooled, pressurized cabinet with filtration
Wheel Motor	Cat AC induction, rear axle mounted
Cooling System	Cat variable speed, hydraulically driven cooling system

Braking System

Service Brakes	Four-Corner, Wet Disc, Oil Cooled, Hydraulically Actuated
Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	20378in²
Rear - Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	30750in²
Standards	Service and Secondary: ISO 3450:2011
Parking Brake	Four-corner, Multi-disc, Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released
Load Brake	Rear service brakes
Dynamic Retarding Power - Continuous	5480hp
Note	Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) optional with CMD package

Weight Distributions - Approximate

Front Axle - Empty	47%
Rear Axle - Empty	53%
Front Axle - Loaded	33%
Rear Axle - Loaded	67%
Note	Weight distributions optimized with Cat body.

Tires

Standard Tires	59/80 R63
Rims	44" x 63"
Note (1)	Quick Change Rims optional.
Note (2)	Caterpillar recommends the customer evaluate all job conditions and consult tire manufacturer for proper tire selection and TKPH (TMPH) capabilities.

Capacity - HE Body - 100% fill factor

Struck	97-153 m³ (127-200 yd³)
Heaped (SAE 2:1)	186-237 m³ (243-310 yd³)
Note	Consult your local Cat dealer for body recommendations.

Body Hoists

Type	Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders with snubbing valve.
Pump Flow - High Idle	257.3gpm
Relief Valve Setting - Raise	3029psi
Body Raise Time - High Idle	21s
Body Lower Time - Float	22s
Body Power Down- High Idle	17.5s
Note (1)	Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders mounted outside main frame; double-acting cylinders in both stages.
Note (2)	Power raise in both stages; power down capability in both stages.
Note (3)	Automatic body-lower modulation reduces impact on frame.

Suspension

Type	Self-contained nitrogen/oil cylinders, pin-to-pin mounting, top & bottom double shear clevis attachments
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Front	4in
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Rear	2in
Rear axle - Oscillation	+/- 5.32 degrees

Cab

Air Conditioning	HFC - 134A refrigerant: 21,600 Btu/h
Heater / Defroster	24600Btu/h
Note	Ambient capabilities down to -15C (5F) for heater/defroster and up to 50C (122F) for air conditioning.
ROPS Standards (1)	ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) meets ISO 3471:2008 for Operator and ISO 13459:2012 for Trainer.
FOPS Standards	FOPS (Falling Objects Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:2005 Level II for Operator and ISO 13459:2012 Level II for Trainer.

Sound

Sound Standards

The operator sound pressure level, 75 dB(A), measured according to ISO 6394:2008 and ISO 6396:2008.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height - Top of ROPS	22.05ft
Overall Length	51.44ft
Wheel Base	21.9ft
Rear Axle - Tail	16.07ft
Dump Clearance - Empty	5.72ft
Loading Height - Empty	23.85ft
Overall Height - Body Raised	48.85ft
Centerline Front Tire Width	23.06ft
Front Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.81ft
Overall Canopy Width (with rock deflectors)	33.15ft
Outside Body/Canopy Width (without rock deflectors)	31.62ft
Inside Body Width	29.44ft
Front Canopy Height - Empty	26.01ft
Rear Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.8ft
Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width	19.5ft
Overall Tire Width - Empty	30.27ft
Note	Dimensions listed includes canopy deflectors

Standard Equipment

Power Train

Cat^® C175-16 Diesel Engine: 2610 kW (3,500 hp) Fuel Optimized , U.S. EPA Tier 2 equivalent (available for applicable markets)
Cat^® C175-16 Diesel Engine: 2610 kW (3,500 hp) U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (available for applicable markets)
C175-16 Diesel Engine
– Turbocharging (4) / Aftercooled (ATAAC)
– Centrifugal oil filter
– Self-cleaning oil filter
– Charging Alternator (225 amp), brushless
– Pre-lubrication/engine
– Air cleaner with precleaner (4)
– Multi-point oil pressure sensing
– Exhaust - Muffler, Right Side Exit
Braking system:
– Electric dynamic retarding with blended low speed
– Oil-cooled, Multi-disc (front and rear) - Service, Parking, Secondary
– Load Brake (rear axle only)
– Extended Life Brake Disc Material
– Automatic Retarder Control (ARC)
– Brake Release Motor (towing)
Cat^® AC Drivetrain:
– AC generator
– AC induction motors
– IGBT motor control
– Radial retarding grid with AC motor control
– Programmable top speed
– TorqueBoost technology
– Traction control system
Directional Shift Management:
– Body-up reverse neutralizer
– Body-up shift inhibitor
– Reverse shift inhibitor
– Neutral coast inhibitor
– Neutral start inhibitor
Additional Features:
– Rear axle continuous lubrication and filtration
– Rear axle continuous oil cooling

Operation And Controls

Integrated ROPS/FOPS cab, insulated/sound suppressed
Seat, operator, air suspension, adjustable, heated/cooled
Seat, trainer, air suspension, adjustable
Seatbelt, trainer, two point
Steering wheel, tilt, telescopic, horn
Horn, electric
Directional shift lever
Single Pedal Retarding & oil-cooled brake control
Automatic Retard Control (ARC) toggle switch
Load brake switch
Windshield with tinted/safety glass
Window, electric powered, operator/passenger
Windshield Wipers (2), intermittent control and washer
Visor (2)
Storage rear of seats
Cup holder (2)
Dome courtesy light
Entertainment radio ready with speakers and wiring harnesses
Converter, 12V
12V DC power supply (1)
Mirrors, standard (Left-Flat, Right-Convex)
Fixed access ladder, left hand ground access
HVAC:
– Pressurized, filtered environment
– Air conditioner
– Heater/defroster
Metric or English gauges:
– Speedometer
– Tachometer
– Electric hour meter
– Fuel level
– DEF level (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engines only)
– Hydraulic oil temperature
– Engine coolant temperature
Service & Information:
– Diagnostic connection port
– Electric engine control fault indicator
– Alarm, Park brake / open operator door
– Third party telematics port
– VIMS message center advisor

Electrical

Audible Alarm, backup
Electrical system, 24V with fuses and breakers
Batteries, 12V (8) 90 amp hour
Ground level Battery charge receptacle
Lighting, signals/service:
– Headlights (4 low beam, 4 high beam), LED
– Backup and marker/hazard, LED
– Directional signals (front and rear), LED
– Front stair access/service deck, LED
– Stop/tail lights, LED
– Engine compartment, LED
– Inverter energy warning lights, LED
Payload indicator, red/green
Payload, digital display

Additional Features And Equipment

Accumulators (Steering & Brake) – Australian and Canadian certified
Automatic lubrication system
Rotating component guards
Mud Flaps
Tow hooks and pins (front)
Tow pin (rear) (empty truck only)
44 x 63 rims, six position (6)
Fueling:
– 4922 L (1,300 gal) fuel tank (Fuel optimized engines only)
– 4543 L (1,200 gal) fuel tank (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engines only)
– 379 L (100 gallon) DEF tank (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engines only)
– Fuel filter with water separator
– 210 GPM Fast fill fuel system (Left and Right)
Service:
– Engine service platforms (2)
– ANSI or ISO service instructions
– SOS℠ sample points (hydraulic oil, engine coolant, engine oil)
– Ground level machine lockout (battery)
– Ground level engine shut-down
– Drivetrain lockout
– Engine start lockout
– Auxiliary "buddy" dumping quick connect
– Auxiliary steering quick connect (towing)

Cat^® Technology Products

Cat^® MineStar^™ Detect (Radar and Camera) System
Cat^® Product Link^™ Elite (Cellular)

Dump Body

High Efficiency (HE) body, 186-237 m³ (243-310 yd³)
– HE Body Mounting Group
– Rock ejectors (chain)

Antifreeze

Cat Extended Life Coolant (ELC) protects to –35° C (–30° F)

Optional Equipment