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Caterpillar 826K

The Caterpillar 826K is a compactor of about 40.9 t, powered by a 405 hp engine.

01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Representative category illustration for Compactor
Representative category illustration; exact model may differ.Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight90207 lb40917.3 kg
03Selected published values108
Published highlights
  • Length With Blade On Ground: 28.59 ft / 8714.24 mm
  • Ground Clearance: 2.11 ft / 643.13 mm
  • Width Over Wheels: 12.47 ft / 3800.86 mm
  • Height To Top Of Cab: 14.99 ft / 4568.96 mm
Typical use

Compactors are commonly used to increase the density of soil, aggregate, waste or paving material. Published rows for Caterpillar 826K include published operating weight of 90207 lb / 40917.3 kg, published engine power of 435 hp / 324.4 kw, the published “Length With Blade On Ground” field of 28.59 ft / 8714.24 mm. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes
  • Compare the published “Length With Blade On Ground” field (28.59 ft / 8714.24 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Ground Clearance” field (2.11 ft / 643.13 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Width Over Wheels” field (12.47 ft / 3800.86 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.

01

Dimensions

Length With Blade On Ground28.59 ft8714.24 mm
Ground Clearance2.11 ft643.13 mm
Width Over Wheels12.47 ft3800.86 mm
Height To Top Of Cab14.99 ft4568.96 mm
Wheelbase12.14 ft3700.28 mm
02

Dimensions (Approximate)

Ground Clearance2.11 ft0.65 m
Height - Top Of Cab With A/C14.99 ft4.57 m
Height - Top Of Cab With Strobe15.63 ft4.77 m
Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe14.56 ft4.44 m
Height - Top Of Hood10.87 ft3.32 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight - Including Rear Radiator Guard10.16 ft3.1 m
Hitch To Centerline Of Front Axle6.07 ft1.86 m
Length - With Blade On Ground - Straight Blade - Including Rear Radiator Guard28.59 ft8.72 m
Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight - No Rear Radiator Guard9.39 ft2.86 m
Height - Rops/Canopy14.02 ft4.28 m
Width - Over Wheels12.47 ft3.81 m
Ground Clearance - Bumper3.15 ft0.97 m
Turning Radius - Inside Of Wheels9.18 ft2.8 m
Wheel Base12.14 ft3.71 m
03

Operating Specifications

Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv) - Multiple Blade And Wheel Offerings90207 lb40917.21 kg
Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3 Final/Stage Iiia Equivalent) Multiple Blade And Wheel Offerings89186 lb40454.1 kg
04

Engine

Engine Make22362236
Engine ModelC15 AcertC15 Acert
Net Power405 hp302.1 kw
Gross Power435 hp324.4 kw
Displacement927.6 cu in15.3 L
Max Torque1478.8 lb ft2005 Nm
Bore5.4 in137.2 mm
Stroke6.7 in170.2 mm
EmissionsTier 4 Final/Stage IV or Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalentTier 4 Final/Stage IV or Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent
Maximum Net Torque - 1,300 Rpm1478.8 lb ft2005 Nm
High Idle Speed2300 rpm2300 rpm
Low Idle Speed800 rpm800 rpm
Net Power - Direct Drive - Torque Rise33 %33 %
Net Power - Converter Drive - Torque Rise8.5 %8.5 %
Rated Power (Net Iso 9249)405 hp302.1 kw
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating (Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv)9298 ft2834.1 m
Net Power - Converter Drive - Gross Power435 hp324.4 kw
Net Power - Direct Drive - Gross Power412 hp307.3 kw
Rated Power (Net Sae J1349)405 hp302.1 kw
Maximum Altitude - Without Derating (Tier 3/Stage Iiia)9098 ft2773.1 m
05

Operational

Operating Weight90207 lb40917.3 kg
Fuel Capacity206.6 gal782.1 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity30.9 gal117 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity30.6 gal115.9 L
Transmission Fluid Capacity17.4 gal65.9 L
06

Transmission

Transmission TypePlanetary - Powershift - ECPCPlanetary - Powershift - ECPC
Number Of Forward Gears33
Number Of Reverse Gears33
Max Speed - Reverse7.6 mph12.3 km/h
Max Speed - Forward3.7 mph6 km/h
Max Speed Reverse4.3 mph7 km/h
Travel Speeds - Forward - Maximum Eco Mode4.3 mph7 km/h
Travel Speeds - Reverse - Maximum Eco Mode4.6 mph7.5 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward - Maximum 1st3.7 mph6 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward - Maximum 2nd6.6 mph10.7 km/h
Travel Speed - Reverse - Maximum 1st4.3 mph7 km/h
Travel Speed - Reverse - Maximum 2nd7.6 mph12.3 km/h
07

Wheels

Front Wheels Drum Width4 in100.1 mm
Front Wheels Drum Diameter5.3 in134.2 mm
08

Weights

Operating Weight90207 lb40917.3 kg
09

Hydraulic System

Bore4.7 in4.7 in
Stroke3.6 ft1069.4 mm
Maximum Supply Pressure3495 psi3495 psi
Main Relief Pressure3495 psi3495 psi
Lift SystemDouble Acting CylinderDouble Acting Cylinder
Pump Flow At 1,950 Rpm30.9 gal/min30.9 gal/min
10

Axles

FrontPlanetary - FixedPlanetary - Fixed
RearPlanetary - OscillatingPlanetary - Oscillating
Oscillation Angle5 degrees5 degrees
11

Brakes

Parking BrakeDrum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic ReleasedDrum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
12

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System30.6 gal115.9 L
Fuel Tank206.6 gal782.1 L
Engine Crankcase9 gal34.1 L
Transmission17.4 gal65.9 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front26.4 gal100 L
Differential - Final Drives - Rear29.1 gal110.2 L
Hydraulic Tank Only35.4 gal134.1 L
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv)8.5 gal32.2 L
13

Hydraulic System - Steering

Steering System - CircuitDouble Acting - End MountedDouble Acting - End Mounted
Steering System - PumpPiston - Variable DisplacementPiston - Variable Displacement
Steering Pressure Limited3481 psi3481 psi
Bore4.5 in114.3 mm
Stroke22.7 in576.6 mm
Maximum System Flow170 L/min @ 1,950 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,950 rpm)170 L/min @ 1,950 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,950 rpm)
Vehicle Articulation Angle86 degrees86 degrees
14

Cab - Standard

Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 639673 dB(A)73 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (Iso 6395)113 dB(A)113 dB(A)
15

Cab - Suppression

Operator Sound Pressure Level - Iso 639672 dB(A)72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Power Level (Iso 6395)110 dB(A)110 dB(A)
16

Wheels And Tips

Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Weight21125 lb9582.2 kg
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Outside Diameter6.5 ft2 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Drum Diameter5.3 ft1.7 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Drum Width4 ft1.3 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Tips Per Wheel3030
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle And Plus Tips - Width Over Drums12.5 ft3.9 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Weight22002 lb9980 kg
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Outside Diameter6.5 ft2 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Drum Diameter5.3 ft1.7 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Drum Width4 ft1.3 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Tips Per Wheel3030
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Plus Tips - Width Over Drums12.5 ft3.9 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Weight20540 lb9316.8 kg
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Outside Diameter6.5 ft2 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Drum Diameter5.3 ft1.7 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Drum Width4 ft1.3 m
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Tips Per Wheel3030
Attachment - Wheels: 1200 Mm (47.25 In) Paddle Tips - Width Over Drums12.5 ft3.9 m
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