- Dump Clearance At Max Raise: 15.12 ft / 4607 mm
- Bucket Capacity - Heaped: 16 yd3 / 12.24 m3
- Bucket Capacity - Struck: 14 yd3 / 10.71 m3
- Breakout Force: 128895 lb / 573.36 kN
Published dimensions and weight
Caterpillar 992K
The Caterpillar 992K is a wheel loader of about 97.5 t, built around the C32 ACERT engine.
01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Measurement reference — not to scale

01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight214948 lb97498.8 kg
03Selected published values199
Wheel loaders are commonly used to load, carry and stockpile loose material on prepared surfaces. Published rows for Caterpillar 992K include published bucket capacity of 16 yd3 / 12.24 m3, published breakout force of 128895 lb / 573.36 kN, published operating weight of 214948 lb / 97498.8 kg. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.
- Compare the published “Dump Clearance At Max Raise” field (15.12 ft / 4607 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Bucket Capacity - Heaped” field (16 yd3 / 12.24 m3) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Bucket Capacity - Struck” field (14 yd3 / 10.71 m3) 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.
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise15.12 ft4607 mm
Bucket Capacity - Heaped16 yd312.24 m3
Bucket Capacity - Struck14 yd310.71 m3
Breakout Force128895 lb573.36 kN
Bucket Width15.83 ft4824 mm
Dimensions
Ground Clearance2.25 ft682.76 mm
Length With Bucket On Ground51.63 ft15736 mm
Width Over Tires18.05 ft5499 mm
Height To Top Of Cab18.63 ft5678.43 mm
Wheelbase19.32 ft5888.74 mm
Reach At Max Lift And Dump7.64 ft2326 mm
Dimensions*
Ground Clearance2.25 ft0.69 m
Bumper Clearance3.86 ft1.18 m
Height - Top Of Rops/Fops18.63 ft5.68 m
Wheel Base Length19.32 ft5.89 m
Height - Top Of Hood17.22 ft5.25 m
Engine
Number Of Cylinders1212
Engine Make22362236
Engine ModelC32 ACERTC32 ACERT
Net Power801 hp597.4 kw
Gross Power904 hp674.2 kw
Power Measured @1750 rpm1750 rpm
Displacement8.5 cu in0.2 L
Bore5.7 in144.8 mm
Stroke6.4 in162.6 mm
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 4 FinalU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
Gross Power - Sae J1995904 hp674.2 kw
Gross Power***900 hp671.2 kw
Net Power***814 hp607 kw
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Gross Power - Sae J1995900 hp671.2 kw
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Net Power - Sae J1349814 hp607 kw
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Net Power - Sae J1995814 hp607 kw
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Peak Torque At 1,200 Rpm - Sae J19954765 rpm4765 rpm
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Gross Power - Sae J1995907 hp676.4 kw
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Gross Power - Iso 14396884 hp659.2 kw
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Rated Speed1750 rpm1750 rpm
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Net Power - Sae J1995814 hp607 kw
Emissions (Tier 2 Equivalent): Peak Torque At 1,200 Rpm - Sae J19954796 rpm4796 rpm
Note (Tier 4 Final) (1)These ratings apply at 1,750 rpm when tested under the specified standard conditions.These ratings apply at 1,750 rpm when tested under the specified standard conditions.
Note (Tier 4 Final) (2)Rating for net power advertised is based on power available when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and on-demand hydraulic fan drive at maximum fan speed.Rating for net power advertised is based on power available when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and on-demand hydraulic fan drive at maximum fan speed.
Note (Tier 2 Equivalent) (1)These ratings apply at 1,750 rpm when tested under the specified standard conditions.These ratings apply at 1,750 rpm when tested under the specified standard conditions.
Note (Tier 2 Equivalent) (2)Rating for net power advertised is based on power available when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and on-demand hydraulic fan drive at maximum fan speed.Rating for net power advertised is based on power available when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and on-demand hydraulic fan drive at maximum fan speed.
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Net Power - Sae J1349814 hp607 kw
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Gross Power - Iso 14396884 hp659.2 kw
Emissions (U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final): Rated Speed1750 rpm1750 rpm
Operational
Operating Weight214948 lb97498.8 kg
Fuel Capacity413 gal1563.4 L
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity32 gal120 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity77 gal291.5 L
Transmission Fluid Capacity45 gal120 L
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity95 gal359.7 L
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity91 gal344.5 L
Static Tipping Weight113449.9 lb51460 kg
Operating Voltage24 V24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage150 amps150 amps
Tire Size45/65 4545/65 45
Transmission
Transmission TypeCat Planetary Power ShiftCat Planetary Power Shift
Number Of Forward Gears33
Number Of Reverse Gears33
Max Speed - Forward12.8 mph20.6 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse13.9 mph22.4 km/h
Forward - 14.3 mph7 km/h
Forward - 27.4 mph12 km/h
Forward - 312.6 mph20.3 km/h
Reverse - 14.7 mph7.6 km/h
Reverse - 28.1 mph13.1 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 314.2 mph22.9 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 315.4 mph24.8 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 28 mph12.9 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 28.8 mph14.2 km/h
Converter Drive - Forward 312.8 mph20.6 km/h
Converter Drive - Reverse 313.9 mph22.4 km/h
Direct Drive - Forward 1Lock-up DisabledLock-up Disabled
Converter Drive - Forward 14.4 mph7.1 km/h
Converter Drive - Forward 27.6 mph12.3 km/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 14.9 mph7.9 km/h
Converter Drive - Reverse 14.6 mph7.5 km/h
Converter Drive - Reverse 28.1 mph13.1 km/h
Reverse - 313.8 mph22.3 km/h
Tires
TiresChoose from a variety of tires to match your application.Choose from a variety of tires to match your application.
Weights
Operating Weight - Standard Lift*220089 lb99830.7 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift**221847 lb100628.2 kg
Operating Weight - Standard Lift214948 lb97498.8 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift226249 lb102624.9 kg
Buckets
Bucket Capacities10.7-12.3 m3 (14-16 yd3)10.7-12.3 m3 (14-16 yd3)
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting4500 psi31026.4 kPa
Axles
FrontFixedFixed
RearOscillatingOscillating
Oscillation Angle10 degrees , 8 degrees with Stops10 degrees , 8 degrees with Stops
Brakes
BrakesMeets SAE J1473, OCT90 and ISO 3450:1992Meets SAE J1473, OCT90 and ISO 3450:1992
Operating Specifications
Bucket Capacity Range10.7-12.3 m3 (14-16 yd3)10.7-12.3 m3 (14-16 yd3)
Breakout Force128895 lb58465.8 kg
Rated Payload - High Lift42000 lb19050.9 kg
Rated Payload - Standard Lift48000 lb21772.5 kg
Operating Weight - Standard Lift*220089 lb99830.7 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift**221847 lb100628.2 kg
Operating Weight - Standard220089 lb99830.7 kg
Operating Weight - High Lift226249 lb102624.9 kg
Rated Payload - Standard (Face Material)52910.9 lb24000 kg
Rated Payload - High Lift (Face Material)46297.1 lb21000 kg
Operating Weight - Standard Lift214948 lb97498.8 kg
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System77 gal291.5 L
Fuel Tank413 gal1563.4 L
Crankcase32 gal121.2 L
Fuel Tank - Standard413 gal1563.4 L
Engine Crankcase32 gal121.2 L
Transmission45 gal170.4 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front95 gal359.7 L
Differential - Final Drives - Rear91 gal344.5 L
Cooling Systems77 gal291.5 L
Hydraulic Tank - Implement86 gal325.6 L
Hydraulic Tank - Steering/Brake42 gal159 L
Windshield Washer Fluid4.9 gal18.6 L
Hydraulic System - Implement86 gal325.6 L
Hydraulic System - Steering42 gal159 L
Ac Refrigerant6 lb2.8 kg
Ac Oil0.1 gal0.3 L
Hydraulic Cycle Times
Raise9.4 s9.4 s
Dump1.8 s1.8 s
Lower Float Down3.7 s3.7 s
Rack Back4.4 s4.4 s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time14.9 s14.9 s
Lower Float Down - Empty3.7 s3.7 s
Raise*9.4 s9.4 s
Dump*1.8 s1.8 s
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Lift/Tilt System - CircuitPositive Flow ControlPositive Flow Control
Lift/Tilt System - PumpVariable Displacement PistonVariable Displacement Piston
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt4500 psi4500 psi
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke80.9 in2054.9 mm
Lift Cylinder - Bore11 in279.4 mm
Lift Cylinder - Stroke45.2 in1148.1 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Bore10.5 in266.7 mm
Maximum Flow At 1,850 Rpm254 gal/min254 gal/min
Hydraulic System - Steering
Steering System - CircuitPilot, Load SensingPilot, Load Sensing
Steering System - PumpPiston, Variable DisplacementPiston, Variable Displacement
Steering Cut Off Pressure4500 psi4500 psi
Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle6.4 s6.4 s
Steering Cycle Times - High Idle4.4 s4.4 s
Maximum Flow At 1,350 Rpm95 gal/min95 gal/min
Cab
Cab - Rops/FopsMeets SAE and ISO standards.Meets SAE and ISO standards.
Rops/FopsMeets SAE and ISO standardsMeets SAE and ISO standards
Loader Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting4500 psi4500 psi
Relief Valve Setting - Low Idle4500 psi4500 psi
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore11 in279.4 mm
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Bore10.5 in266.7 mm
Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke45.2 in1148.1 mm
Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke80.9 in2054.9 mm
Model
Serial Number Prefix880880
Operating Specifications - High Lift*
Breakout Force127813 lb57975.1 kg
Static Tipping Load - At 35 Degrees Articulation114760 lb52054.3 kg
Operating Specifications - Standard Lift*
Breakout Force123439 lb55991 kg
Static Tipping Load - At 35 Degrees Articulation122010 lb55342.9 kg
Sound Performance
PerformancePerformancePerformance
Operator Sound Pressure LevelThe operator sound pressure level is 70 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008 for the standard machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.The operator sound pressure level is 70 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6396:2008 for the standard machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Hearing ProtectionHearing 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.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.
Machine Sound Power Level - Standard Machine ConfigurationThe machine sound power level is 116 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the standard machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.The machine sound power level is 116 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the standard machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Machine Sound Power Level - Sound Suppressed Machine ConfigurationThe machine sound power level is 113 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the sound suppressed machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.The machine sound power level is 113 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the sound suppressed machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
Dimensions - High Lift - Approximate
Ground To Top Of Rops18.7 ft5.7 m
Ground To Top Of Exhaust Stacks17.3 ft5.3 m
Ground To Top Of Hood13.3 ft4.1 m
Ground To Bumper Clearance3.9 ft1.2 m
Rear Axle - Centerline To Bumper13.8 ft4.2 m
Wheel Base19.4 ft5.9 m
Maximum Overall Length52.9 ft16.1 m
Ground To Lower Hitch Clearance2.3 ft0.7 m
Ground To Center Of Axles4.5 ft1.4 m
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level42.8 degrees42.8 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Carry52.5 degrees52.5 degrees
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift24.6 ft7.5 m
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised33.1 ft10.1 m
Dump Angle At Maximum Lift50 degrees50 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift6.9 ft2.1 m
Tread Width10.9 ft3.4 m
Clearance At 45 Degrees Dump (Tooth Tip)15.1 ft4.6 m
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift65 degrees65 degrees
Dimensions - Standard Lift - Approximate
Ground To Top Of Rops18.7 ft5.7 m
Ground To Top Of Exhaust Stacks17.3 ft5.3 m
Ground To Top Of Hood13.3 ft4.1 m
Ground To Bumper Clearance3.9 ft1.2 m
Rear Axle - Centerline To Bumper13.8 ft4.2 m
Wheel Base19.4 ft5.9 m
Maximum Overall Length52 ft15.9 m
Ground To Lower Hitch Clearance2.3 ft0.7 m
Ground To Center Of Axles4.5 ft1.4 m
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level43.4 degrees43.4 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Carry52.7 degrees52.7 degrees
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift22.8 ft7 m
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised30.5 ft9.3 m
Dump Angle At Maximum Lift50 degrees50 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift7 ft2.2 m
Tread Width10.9 ft3.4 m
Clearance At 50 Degrees Dump (Tooth Tip)14.7 ft4.5 m
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Lift65 degrees65 degrees
Operating Specifications - High Lift
Static Tipping Load - At 35 Degrees Articulation96853 lb43931.8 kg
Breakout Force129777 lb58865.9 kg
Operating Specifications - Standard Lift
Static Tipping Load - At 35 Degrees Articulation113159 lb51328.1 kg
Standard Lift Breakout Force128895 lb58465.8 kg
High Lift Breakout Force127775 lb57957.8 kg
Breakout Force128895 lb58465.8 kg
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