990 Wheel Loader

The Cat® 990 Wheel Loader helps you move more material in less time, at a low cost per ton, for a fast return on your investment. This machine offers significant fuel savings, low maintenance costs, and great productivity and durability to acheive multiple life cycles.

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Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002786hp

Engine ModelCat® C27

EmissionsOption 1 - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V

Rated Speed1800r/min

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014801hp

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - Standard Ambient732hp

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - High Ambient681hp

EmissionsOption 2 - Emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2

Rated Speed1800 r/min

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002752hp

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014766hp

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - Standard Ambient699hp

Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 - High Ambient648hp

Bore5.4in

Stroke6in

Displacement1649.5in³

Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm2624lb/ft

Torque Rise18%

NoteNet power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake sytstem, exhaust system, and alternator.

Operating Weight - Standard178517lb

Bucket Capacity Range8.6 m³ – 10.0 m³ (11.25 yd³ – 13.0 yd³)

Rated Payload - Standard17.5ton (US)

Rated Payload - High Lift17.5ton (US)

Cat Truck Match - Standard773-775

Cat Truck Match - High Lift775-777

Transmission TypeCat planetary power shift

Forward - 14.6mile/h

Forward - 28.2mile/h

Forward - 314.5mile/h

Reverse - 15.1mile/h

Reverse - 29.1mile/h

Reverse - 316mile/h

Direct Drive - Forward 1Lock-up disabled

Direct Drive - Forward 28.2mile/h

Direct Drive - Forward 314.5mile/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 15.1mile/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 29.1mile/h

Direct Drive - Reverse 316mile/h

NoteTravel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.

Lift/Tilt System - CircuitPositive flow control

Lift/Tilt SystemVariable displacement piston

Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm240gal/min

Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt4786psi

Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke235 mm × 1287 mm (9.3 in × 50.7 in)

Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke292.1 mm × 820 mm (11.5 in × 32.3 in)

Pilot SystemOpen loop and pressure reducing

Pilot Relief Setting507psi

Rack Back4.3s

Raise8.6s

Dump2.9s

Lower3.7s

Lower Float Down3.7s

Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket13.8s

Steering System - CircuitPilot, load sensing

Steering System - PumpPiston, variable displacement

Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm96.2gal/min

Relief Valve Setting - Steering5004psi

Total Steering Angle70°

Air Conditioning• The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system c

FrontFixed

RearTrunnion

Oscillation Angle8.5°

BrakesISO 3450: 2011

Fuel Tank281gal (US)

Cooling System54.9gal (US)

Engine Crankcase20gal (US)

Transmission29.1gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Front71.6gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Rear68.9gal (US)

Hydraulic System Factory Fill210gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan68.9gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking34.9gal (US)

NoteCat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl este

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)72dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)116dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*72dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*114dB(A)

Note (1)*Sound suppression equipped

Note (2)The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (3)The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (4)Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)72dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)116dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*72dB(A)

Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*114dB(A)

Note (1)*Sound suppression equipped

Note (2)The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (3)The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Note (4)Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

Ground to Top of ROPS17.2ft

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks16.6ft

Ground to Top of Hood12.7ft

Ground to Bumper Clearance3.5ft

Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper12.5ft

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip15.4ft

Wheel Base15.1ft

Maximum Overall Length42.9ft

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance2ft

Ground to Center of Front Axle4.2ft

Clearance at Maximum Lift7.2ft

Rack Back Angle at Ground Level40.4°

Rack Back Angle at Carry48.8°

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift19.7ft

Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised27.2ft

Rack Angle at Maximum Lift63.7°

Dump Angle at Maximum Lift45°

Reach - Maximum Lift7.2ft

NoteSpecifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Ground to Top of ROPS17.2ft

Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks16.6ft

Ground to Top of Hood12.7ft

Ground to Bumper Clearance3.5ft

Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper12.5ft

Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip17.8ft

Wheel Base15.1ft

Maximum Overall Length45.3ft

Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance2ft

Ground to Center of Front Axle4.2ft

Clearance at Maximum Lift14.8ft

Rack Back Angle at Ground Level39.9°

Rack Back Angle at Carry49.3°

B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift21.2ft

Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised28.7ft

Rack Angle at Maximum Lift60.6°

Dump Angle at Maximum Lift51°

Reach - Maximum Lift8.5ft

NoteSpecifications are calculated with 9.0 m3 (11.8 yd3) rock bucket and Bridgestone 45/65R39 VSDL One Star tires.

Standard

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Optional

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Standard

Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature control

Cab, sound-suppressed and pressurized, rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)

Cat Vision, rear vision camera system

12-volt power port

Coat hook

Cab precleaner, powered

Electro-hydraulic tilt and lift controls (seat mounted)

Flip-up armrest

Heater and defroster

CB radio ready

Horn, electric

Implement hydraulic lockout

Instrumentation, gauges:
– Engine coolant temperature
– Fuel level
– Ground speed
– Gear
– Hydraulic oil temperature
– Speedometer/tachometer
– Torque converter temperature

Instrumentation, warning indicators:
– Action alert system, three category
– Automatic transmission model enable status
– Brake malfunction
– Bucket float status
– Delayed engine shutdown status
– Engine idle shutdown status
– Engine malfunction
– Fuel economy mode enable status
– Hydraulic lockout
– Lockup clutch enable status
– Low fuel level
– Parking brake status
– Rimpull control enable status
– Seatbelt warning
– Secondary steering (if equipped)
– Throttle lock status
– Transmission gear

Keypad, control with indicator lights:
– Auto trans mode speed range
– Auto/manual transmission mode
– Fuel economy mode
– Implement kickout
– Lockup clutch
– Reduced rimpull
– Throttle lock

Light, dome (cab)

Lunchbox and beverage holders

Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)

Premium seat with heated and actively cooled leather, adjustable lumbar support, air adjustable bolsters on the seat and backrest, seat cushion tilt adjustment, and adjustable-length seat cushion

Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide

Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC) system with steering lock

Tinted glass

Trainer seat with lap belt

Vital Information Management System (VIMS) with graphical information display: external data port, customizable operator profiles, cycle timer, and integral Cat Production Measurement
– Wet-arm wipers/washers (front, rear and corner) intermittent front wiper

Optional

Cat Detect, object detection system

AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio

Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth®

LED warning strobe

Mirrors heated

Window pull-down visor

Standard

Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, oil-disc

Axle-shaft oil-disc service brake

Electro hydraulic parking brake

Case drain screens

Cat clean emission module (CEM) - (Tier 4 only)

Demand fan

Engine Cat C27

Fuel priming pump (electric)

Ground level shutdown switch

Mufflers (under hood) (Tier 2 equivalent only)

Precleaner, engine air intake

Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)

Separated cooling system

Starting aid, (ether) manual override

Throttle Lock

Torque Converter, Impeller Clutch (ICTC) with lock-up clutch (LUC), and rimpull control system

Transmission, 534 mm (21 in) planetary power shift (electronic) (3F/3R)

Optional

–50° C (–58° F) antifreeze

Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins

Engine block heater 120V or 240V

High ambient cooling – software

Standard

Alarm, back-up

Alternator, 150 amp

Batteries, maintenance free (2 – 1,400 CCA)

Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V

Deutsch component connectors

Electrical system, 24V

Electronic transmission control

Lighting system, halogen (front and rear) lighting, access stairway, engine compartment

Starter, electric

Auxiliary start receptacle

Standard

Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner

Axle temperature sensor

Battery disconnect and jump start receptacle, bumper

Coupling, Caterpillar O-ring face seals

Economy mode with on demand throttle

Emergency platform exit

Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CH4

Engine idle management features:
– Auto idle kickdown
– Delayed engine shutdown
– Engine idle shutdown

Fenders, steel (front)

Guards, crankcase and powertrain

Ground level lockable battery disconnect switch

Grouped/labeled lube points

Hitch, drawbar with pin

Hoses, Cat XT

Oil sampling valves

Positive flow control hydraulic system

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Sight Gauges: hydraulic tanks, steering/fan and implement/brake, and transmission

Stairway, left and right rear access

Steering, load sensing

Toe kicks

Vandalism protection caplocks

Venturi stack

Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)

Optional

Front and rear roading fenders

Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)

Optional

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