796 AC

796 AC Electric Drive Mining Truck

796 AC

796 AC

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.
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.

Nominal Rated Payload

360 ton (US) / 327 t

Rated Gross Machine Weight

1270000 lb / 576072 kg

Gross Power - SAE J1995

3500 hp / 2610 kW
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  • Specifications
  • Standard / Optional Features
  • Overview
    • Long Name -796 AC Electric Drive Mining Truck
    • Name -796 AC
    • Brand -Caterpillar
    • Status -Current
  • 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 / 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 % / 47 %
    • Rear Axle - Empty - 53 % / 53 %
    • Front Axle - Loaded - 33 % / 33 %
    • Rear Axle - Loaded - 67 % / 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 gpm / 964 L/min
    • Relief Valve Setting - Raise - 3029 psi / 20884 kPa
    • Body Raise Time - High Idle - 21 s / 21 s
    • Body Lower Time - Float - 22 s / 22 s
    • Body Power Down- High Idle - 17.5 s / 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 / 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 ° / 39 °
    • Turning Diameter - Front - 106.3 ft / 32.4 m
    • Steering Standards - ISO 5010:2019
    • 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)