SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 986K vs Caterpillar 972M XE
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 986K and the Caterpillar 972M XE. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 986K278.1 kW (373 hp)
Caterpillar 972M XE231.9 kW (311 hp)
| Specification | Caterpillar 986K Wheel Loaders | Caterpillar 972M XEWheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Horsepower | 278.1 kW (373 hp) | 231.9 kW (311 hp) |
| Weight | 44819.4 kg (98810 lbs) | — |
| Max Speed | 12.9 km/h (8 mph) | 21.7 km/h (13.5 mph) |
| Engine Model | Cat C15 ACERT | Cat? C9.3 ACERT? |
| Emissions | Tier 4 Final/Stage IV | — |
| Displacement | 15190.8 cc (927 cu in.) | 9307.9 cc (568 cu in.) |
| Net Power | 278.1 kW (373 hp) | 231.9 kW (311 hp) |
| Torque Rise | 16 % | — |
| Stroke | 17.3 cm (6.8 in) | — |
| Bore | 13.7 cm (5.4 in) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 533.7 l (141 gal) | 313.1 l (82.7 gal) |
| Crankcase | 34.1 l (9 gal) | 24.6 l (6.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 75.7 l (20 gal) | 60.2 l (15.9 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shift | — |
| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 | Brakes meet ISO 3450 standards |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 12.9 km/h (8 mph) | 21.7 km/h (13.5 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 12.9 km/h (8 mph) | 27.5 km/h (17.1 mph) |
| Operating Weight | 44819.4 kg (98810 lbs) | — |
| Wheelbase | 365.8 cm (144 in) | — |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 71.9 l (19 gal) |
| Hydraulic Tank | — | 124.9 l (33 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | — | 57.2 l (15.1 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | — | 57.2 l (15.1 gal) |
| Breakout Force | — | 19994.3 kg (44080 lbs) |
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