796 AC

Nominal Rated Payload: 360 ton (US) / 327 t
Rated Gross Machine Weight: 1270000 lb / 576072 kg
Gross Power - SAE J1995: 3500 hp / 2610 kW

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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Specifications
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Engine
Gross Power - SAE J1995	3500 hp / 2610 kW
Engine Model	Cat® C175-16
Net Power - SAE J1349	3405 hp / 2539 kW
Rated Speed	1800 r/min
Emissions Rating	Fuel Optimized
Bore	6.9 in / 175 mm
Stroke	8.7 in / 220 mm
Displacement	5187 in³ / 85 l
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

Weights - Approximate
Rated Gross Machine Weight	1270000 lb / 576072 kg
Chassis Weight	448415 lb / 203398 kg
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
Nominal Rated Payload	360 ton (US) / 327 t

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.

AC Drive System
Total Reduction Ratio	35:01:00
Top Speed - Loaded	40 mile/h / 64 km/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

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.

Braking System
Service Brakes	Four-Corner, Wet Disc, Oil Cooled, Hydraulically Actuated
Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	20378 in² / 131473 cm²
Rear - Wet Disc Brake Surface Area	30750 in² / 198388 cm²
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	5480 hp / 4086 kW
Note	Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) optional with CMD package

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	257.3 gal/min / 964 l/min
Relief Valve Setting - Raise	3029 psi / 20884 kPa
Body Raise Time - High Idle	21 s
Body Lower Time - Float	22 s
Body Power Down- High Idle	17.5 s
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	4 in / 102.1 ml
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Rear	2 in / 50.5 mm
Rear axle - Oscillation	+/- 5.32 degrees

Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank	1300 gal (US) / 4922 l
Fuel Tank (Tier 4)	1200 gal (US) / 4542 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	100 gal (US) / 378 l
Cooling System	211 gal (US) / 799 l
Crankcase	82 gal (US) / 310 l
Front Wheels - Each	7 gal (US) / 28 l
Final Drive - Each	67 gal (US) / 254 l
Hydraulic Tank	296 gal (US) / 1121 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	385 gal (US) / 1458 l
Grease Tank	90 lb / 41 kg
Note (1)	DEF Tank only available for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engine option

Cab
Air Conditioning	HFC - 134A refrigerant: 21,600 Btu/h
Heater / Defroster	24600 Btu/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.

Steering
Steer Angle	39 °
Turning Diameter - Front	106.3 ft / 32.4 m
Steering Standards	Steering Standards: ISO 5010:2007
Note	Turning Diameter (ISO 7457:1997)

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height - Top of ROPS	22.05 ft / 6720 mm
Overall Length	51.44 ft / 15679 mm
Wheel Base	21.9 ft / 6674 mm
Rear Axle - Tail	16.07 ft / 4898 mm
Dump Clearance - Empty	5.72 ft / 1744 mm
Loading Height - Empty	23.85 ft / 7271 mm
Overall Height - Body Raised	48.85 ft / 14890 mm
Centerline Front Tire Width	23.06 ft / 7028 mm
Front Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.81 ft / 855 mm
Overall Canopy Width (with rock deflectors)	33.15 ft / 10103 mm
Outside Body/Canopy Width (without rock deflectors)	31.62 ft / 9639 mm
Inside Body Width	29.44 ft / 8973 mm
Front Canopy Height - Empty	26.01 ft / 7928 mm
Rear Axle Clearance - Loaded	2.8 ft / 854 mm
Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width	19.5 ft / 5943 mm
Overall Tire Width - Empty	30.27 ft / 9226 mm
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
  – S•O•S? 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

POWER TRAIN
- Cat® C175-16 Diesel Engine: 2312 kW (3,100 hp) power setting (Fuel optimized / U.S. EPA Tier 2 equiv. engines only)
- Cat® C175-16 Diesel Engine: 2050 kW (2,750 hp) power setting (Fuel optimized & U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engines)
- Body heat exhaust
OPERATION AND CONTROLS
- Throttle lock
- Timer, engine shutdown
- Heated mirrors (Left and Right)
- Powered access ladder, left hand ground access
- Language monitors: English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish, Estonian, Latin, Lithuanian, Slovakian, Slovenian, Greek, Romanian, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Icelandic, Finnish, Danish, Thai, Indonesian, Vietnam, Malaysian, Chinese
ELECTRICAL
- Lighting, signals/service:
  – Fog lights, LED
  – Work lights, LED
  – Side profile lights, LED
  – Dump body marker/stop lights, LED
- Retarding indicator light, multi-color, cab exterior
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT
- Fueling: 300 GPM Fast fill fuel system (Left and Right)
- Portable fire extinguisher
- Front bumper single-point center tow
- Wheel chocks (ANSI and ISO)
- 44 x 63 rims, quick change (2 quick change, 4 standard)
- Service:
  – Inverter platform (rear access)
  – Service Center, fast-fill
CAT® TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
- Cat® MineStar™ Detect (Camera Only) System
- Cat® Product Link™ Elite (Satellite)
- Cat® MineStar™ Health
- Cat® MineStar™ Fleet
- Cat® MineStar™ Terrain
- Cat® MineStar™ Command-Ready
- Cat® MineStar™ Command
- Cat® Trolley Assist Attachment
DUMP BODY
- HE rock box liner
- HE canopy rock deflectors
- HE rear tire rock deflectors
- HE impact liner
ANTIFREEZE
- Antifreeze/coolant protects to –50° C (–58° F)

Command

Combining the Fleet, Terrain, Detect and Health capabilities of Cat® MineStar™ System, Command enables you to implement remote control, semi-autonomous or fully autonomous mining equipment systems - offering unprecedented improvements in operator safety, equipment availability and site productivity.

Model	Power	Weight	Humidity
Cat Command for Hauling	2A @ 24V	1.76 lb / 0.8 kg	100%

Health

Health records information on critical machine parameters fleet-wide. Data is available in real-time or historical database. Linked with on-board monitoring systems, Health provides wireless or wired transfer of this critical data to the service center for processing and review. Health may also be integrated into a production database for expanded analysis.

Model
Cat Health

Fleet

Fleet is a fully integrated mine monitoring and management system that uses technology to improve productivity and maximize commodity value. Real-time interaction with mobile field equipment allows mine management to improve machine utilization, track material movement and monitor daily production against plan. Fleet is fully scalable to accommodate a growing fleet of machines or the need for additional capability and functionality.

Model
Cat Fleet for Surface