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CAT 986H VS Volvo L60H Comparison

CAT 986H

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CAT 986H

CAT 986H

16L

Volvo L60H

Volvo L60H

41L

Engine

Model
Caterpillar
Volvo D6J
Engine Make
Cat C15 ACERT
Volvo
Engine Type
Turbocharged diesel with ACERT technology
Turbocharged diesel, aftercooled
Gross Power
335 HP
122 HP
Net Power
305 HP
122 HP
Engine Power
409 HP
166 HP
Engine Displacement
15200 L
5700 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
6 nos
Rated RPM
1800 rpm
1800 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged, air‑to‑air aftercooler
Emission Standard
Tier 2 / Stage II
BS V
Max Torque
2320 Nm
820 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Cat planetary power‑shift
Powershift
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Torque converter with lock‑up
Standard torque converter
Gear Box Type
Power shift
Powershift planetary
Differential Type
Conventional differential with limited slip
Front differential with 100% hydraulic locking, rear open differential

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load‑sensing hydraulic system
Closed center, load sensing
Pump Type
Variable displacement piston pumps
Variable displacement piston pumps
Max Pump Flow
200 L/min
145 L/min
System Pressure
276 bar
300 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
200 L/min
145 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
276 bar
210 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Multi‑disc, oil‑cooled
Wet disc brakes
Parking Brake Type
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Steering Type
Load‑sensing articulated steering
Articulated steering with load‑sensing hydraulics
Steering Angle
70 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Fixed
Volvo AWB 15
Rear Axle Type
Trunnion (oscillating)
Volvo AWB 15
Oscillation Angle
12.5 deg
13 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary final drives
Planetary final drives

Speed

Top Forward Speed
39 km/h
46 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
25 km/h
20 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
9000 mm
7400 mm
Overall Width
3500 mm
2430 mm
Overall Height
4110 mm
3270 mm
Height Over Cab
4100 mm
3200 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3000 mm
3350 mm
Wheel Base
3810 mm
3000 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
3075 mm
440 mm
Width Over Tyres
3500 mm
2430 mm
Wheel Tread
2700 mm
3425 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
7500 mm
5890 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
8500 mm
5878 mm
Tyre Size
29.5R25
17.5R25 or 20.5R25

Performance

Bucket Capacity
5 Cu.m
5 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3500 mm
2500 mm
Payload
12700 kg
10000 kg
Static Tipping Load
25000 kg
7800 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
25506 kg
7800 kg
Max Breakout Force
140 kN
85 kN
Dump Height
3070 mm
2800 mm
Dumping Reach
1200 mm
1100 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
40 deg
46 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
50 deg
50 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
60 deg
55 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4900 mm
3870 mm
Max Digging Depth
NA mm
120 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
5
5
Bucket Width
3500
2500

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital monitor display
Info display
Seat Type
Adjustable suspension seat
Air‑suspended adjustable seating
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
76 db(A)
68 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24V V/Ah
2 x 12 V, ~110 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
115 A
80 A
Lighting Type
Halogen
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
GPS & Telematics
No
Yes
Remote Diagnostics
No
Yes
Warranty
3000 Hours
3000 Hours

CAT 986H

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Pros

  • Large 409 hp engine with ~2320 Nm torque provides strong performance in heavy-duty loading and material handling tasks
  • Bucket range up to ~10.3 m³ makes it suitable for quarry, mining, and bulk material applications.
  • High operating weight (~43.7 t) ensures stability and durability under tough conditions.

Volvo L60H

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Pros

  • Good load capacity and bucket size for mid‑range construction, quarry, and material handling tasks.
  • Proven Volvo engine with ~164–166 HP and ~820 Nm torque provides reliable performance and breakout force.
  • Spacious cab with ergonomic controls and modern technologies improves operator comfort and reduces fatigue.