796 AC Electric Drive Mining Truck

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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Nominal Rated Payload360ton (US)

Rated Gross Machine Weight1270000lb

Chassis Weight448415lb

Body Weight Range38 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

Gross Power - SAE J19953500hp

Engine ModelCat® C175-16

Net Power - SAE J13493405hp

Rated Speed1800r/min

Emissions RatingFuel Optimized

Bore6.9in

Stroke8.7in

Displacement5187in³

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

Steer Angle39°

Turning Diameter - Front106.3ft

Steering StandardsSteering Standards: ISO 5010:2007

NoteTurning Diameter (ISO 7457:1997)

Fuel Tank1300gal (US)

Fuel Tank (Tier 4)1200gal (US)

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank100gal (US)

Cooling System211gal (US)

Crankcase82gal (US)

Front Wheels - Each7gal (US)

Final Drive - Each67gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank296gal (US)

Hydraulic System - Including Tank385gal (US)

Grease Tank90lb

Note (1)DEF Tank only available for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V engine option

Total Reduction Ratio35:01:00

Top Speed - Loaded40mile/h

Generator/AlternatorCat brushless, engine mounted, dual bearing

ControlsCat IGBT Inverter Technology, air cooled, pressurized cabinet with filtration

Wheel MotorCat AC induction, rear axle mounted

Cooling SystemCat variable speed, hydraulically driven cooling system

Service BrakesFour-Corner, Wet Disc, Oil Cooled, Hydraulically Actuated

Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area20378in²

Rear - Wet Disc Brake Surface Area30750in²

StandardsService and Secondary: ISO 3450:2011

Parking BrakeFour-corner, Multi-disc, Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released

Load BrakeRear service brakes

Dynamic Retarding Power - Continuous5480hp

NoteAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) optional with CMD package

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

Front Axle - Empty47%

Rear Axle - Empty53%

Front Axle - Loaded33%

Rear Axle - Loaded67%

NoteWeight distributions optimized with Cat body.

Standard Tires59/80 R63

Rims44" 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.

Struck97-153 m³ (127-200 yd³)

Heaped (SAE 2:1)186-237 m³ (243-310 yd³)

NoteConsult your local Cat dealer for body recommendations.

TypeTwin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders with snubbing valve.

Pump Flow - High Idle257.3gal/min

Relief Valve Setting - Raise3029psi

Body Raise Time - High Idle21s

Body Lower Time - Float22s

Body Power Down- High Idle17.5s

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.

TypeSelf-contained nitrogen/oil cylinders, pin-to-pin mounting, top & bottom double shear clevis attachments

Effective Cylinder Stroke - Front4in

Effective Cylinder Stroke - Rear2in

Rear axle - Oscillation+/- 5.32 degrees

Air ConditioningHFC - 134A refrigerant: 21,600 Btu/h

Heater / Defroster24600Btu/h

NoteAmbient 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 StandardsFOPS (Falling Objects Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:2005 Level II for Operator and ISO 13459:2012 Level II for Trainer.

Height - Top of ROPS22.05ft

Overall Length51.44ft

Wheel Base21.9ft

Rear Axle - Tail16.07ft

Dump Clearance - Empty5.72ft

Loading Height - Empty23.85ft

Overall Height - Body Raised48.85ft

Centerline Front Tire Width23.06ft

Front Axle Clearance - Loaded2.81ft

Overall Canopy Width (with rock deflectors)33.15ft

Outside Body/Canopy Width (without rock deflectors)31.62ft

Inside Body Width29.44ft

Front Canopy Height - Empty26.01ft

Rear Axle Clearance - Loaded2.8ft

Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width19.5ft

Overall Tire Width - Empty30.27ft

NoteDimensions listed includes canopy deflectors

Standard

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

Optional

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

Standard

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

Optional

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

Standard

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

Optional

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

Standard

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)

Optional

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

Standard

Cat® MineStar Detect (Radar and Camera) System

Cat® Product Link Elite (Cellular)

Optional

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

Standard

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

Optional

HE rock box liner

HE canopy rock deflectors

HE rear tire rock deflectors

HE impact liner

Standard

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

Optional

Antifreeze/coolant protects to –50° C (–58° F)

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