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Caterpillar
826 Landfill Compactor
Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014
435 hp
324 kW
Net Power – SAE J1349:2011
405 hp
302 kW
Net Power – ISO 9249:2007
405 hp
302 kW
Overview
Purpose-built for landfill operation, the Cat 826 delivers a level of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency that can only come from 45-plus years as an industry leader. Field-proven protection and integrated technologies provide peak availability and optimized landfill performance.
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Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014 | 435 hp 324 kW |
| Net Power – SAE J1349:2011 | 405 hp 302 kW |
| Net Power – ISO 9249:2007 | 405 hp 302 kW |
| Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002 | 426 hp 318 kW |
| Engine Model | C15 Cat® C15 Cat® |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V/Korea Stage V and Japan 2014 or Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V/Korea Stage V and Japan 2014 or Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA |
| Rated Speed | 1800 1800 |
| Torque Rise | 33% 33% |
| Bore | 5.4 in 137.2 mm |
| Stroke | 6.7 in 171.4 mm |
| Displacement | 927.6 in³ 15.2 l |
| High Idle Speed | 2300 r/min 2300 r/min |
| Low Idle Speed | 800 r/min 800 r/min |
| Maximum Altitude – Without Derating (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) | 9298 ft 2834 m |
| Maximum Altitude – Without Derating (Tier 3/Stage IIIA) | 9098 ft 2773 m |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator. |
Operating Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) | 90207 lb 40917 kg |
| Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) | 89186 lb 40454 kg |
| Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) | 92568 lb 41988 kg |
| Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent) | 91549 lb 41526 kg |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Transmission Type | Planetary - Powershift - ECPC Planetary - Powershift - ECPC |
| Direct Drive – Forward 1 | 4.2 mile/h 6.8 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Forward 2 | 7.5 mile/h 12.1 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Reverse 1 | 4.3 mile/h 7.8 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Reverse 2 | 8.6 mile/h 13.8 km/h |
Hydraulic System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow at 1800 rpm | 30.9 gal/min 117 l/min |
| Main Relief Pressure | 3771 psi 26000 kPa |
| Maximum Supply Pressure | 3495 psi 24100 kPa |
| Lift System | Double Acting Cylinder Double Acting Cylinder |
| Bore | 4.7 in 120 mm |
| Stroke | 42.1 in 1070 mm |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | 30.6 gal (US) 116 l |
| Engine Crankcase | 9 gal (US) 34 l |
| Transmission | 17.4 gal (US) 66 l |
| Fuel Tank | 206.6 gal (US) 782 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage V) | 8.5 gal (US) 32 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Front | 26.4 gal (US) 100 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Rear | 29.1 gal (US) 110 l |
| Hydraulic Tank Only | 35.4 gal (US) 134 l |
| Note | Cat 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 ester) * • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006. Cat 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 ester) * • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006. |
Axles
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Front | Planetary - Fixed Planetary - Fixed |
| Rear | Planetary - Oscillating Planetary - Oscillating |
| Oscillation Angle | ±5° ±5° |
Braking System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | Multi Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL Multi Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL |
| Parking Brake | Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released |
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 73 dB(A) 73 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) 113 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* | 110 dB(A) 110 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | * Sound suppression equipped * 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. 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. 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. 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. |
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 73 dB(A) 73 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) 113 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)* | 110 dB(A) 110 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | * Sound suppression equipped * 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. 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. 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. 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. |
Hydraulic System - Steering
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Steering System – Circuit | Pilot operated, load sensing Pilot operated, load sensing |
| Bore | 4.5 in 114.3 mm |
| Stroke | 22.7 in 576 mm |
| Steering System – Pump | Piston - Variable Displacement Piston - Variable Displacement |
| Maximum System Flow | 170 L/min @ 1,800 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,800 rpm) 170 L/min @ 1,800 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,800 rpm) |
| Steering Pressure Limited | 3481 psi 24000 kPa |
| Vehicle Articulation Angle | 86 ° 86 ° |
Dimensions (Approximate)
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height to Top of Air Conditioning Condenser | 14.99 ft 4568 mm |
| Height – Cab Roof | 13.75 ft 4193 mm |
| Height – Top of Beacon | 15.63 ft 4765 mm |
| Height – Top of Exhaust Pipe | 14.56 ft 4439 mm |
| Height – Top of Hood | 10.87 ft 3312 mm |
| Ground Clearance – Bumper | 3.15 ft 960 mm |
| Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight – No Rear Radiator Guard | 9.38 ft 2860 mm |
| Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight – Including Rear Radiator Guard | 10.16 ft 3096 mm |
| Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle | 6.07 ft 1850 mm |
| Wheel Base | 12.14 ft 3700 mm |
| Length – With Blade on Ground – Straight Blade – Including Rear Radiator Guard | 28.59 ft 8715 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 2.11 ft 642 mm |
| Width – Over Wheels | 12.47 ft 3800 mm |
| Turning Radius – Inside of Wheels | 9.18 ft 2797 mm |
Straight Blade
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Width – Moldboard Length | 14.16 ft 4311 mm |
| Width – Over End Bits | 14.75 ft 4502 mm |
| Height with Cutting Edge and Screen | 6.23 ft 1900 mm |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 1.5 ft 461 mm |
| Maximum Lift above Ground | 4.19 ft 1277 mm |
| Capacity, Rated | 16.1 yd³ 12.3 m³ |
| Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) | 28.59 ft 8715 mm |
Semi U-Blade
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Width – Moldboard Length | 14.66 ft 4462 mm |
| Width – Over End Bits | 14.83 ft 4522 mm |
| Height with Cutting Edge and Screen | 6.63 ft 2022 mm |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 2.03 ft 619 mm |
| Maximum Lift above Ground | 3.825 ft 1165 mm |
| Capacity, Rated | 20.9 yd³ 16 m³ |
| Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) | 29.54 ft 9005 mm |
U-Blade
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Width – Moldboard Length | 14.25 ft 4331 mm |
| Width – Over End Bits | 14.41 ft 4398 mm |
| Height with Cutting Edge and Screen | 6.62 ft 2019 mm |
| Maximum Depth of Cut | 2.03 mm 619 mm |
| Maximum Lift above Ground | 3.79 ft 1156 mm |
| Capacity, Rated | 22.9 yd³ 17.5 m³ |
| Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge) | 30.7 ft 9357 mm |
Wheels
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Combination Tips (Weight Group) | 21125 lb 9582 kg |
| Plus Tips – Weight (Group) | 22002 lb 9980 kg |
| Paddle Tips – Weight (Group) | 20540 lb 9317 kg |
| Diamond Tips Weight (Group) | 23997 lb 10885 kg |
| Outside Diameter | 77.6 in 1971 mm |
| Outside Diameter – Diamond | 78.1 in 1983 mm |
| Drum Diameter | 63.4 in 1610 mm |
| Drum Width | 47.2 in 1200 mm |
| Feet Per Row | 6 6 |
| Feet Per Wheel | 30 30 |
| Replaceable | Weld On Weld On |
| Width Over Drums | 3800 mm 149.6 in |
| Tip Height | 179 mm 7 in |
| Tip Height – Diamond | 7.25 in 179 mm |
Standard Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWERTRAIN
- Single Clutch Speed Shifting (SCSS)
- Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
- Air-to-air aftercooler
- Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, wet multiple disc service brakes
- Cat Clean Emission Module (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V only)
- Muffler (under hood) (U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent)
- Electro-hydraulic parking brake
- Engine, Cat C15 configured for two emissions options: Tier 4 Final/Stage V, or emitting equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Fuel-to-air cooler
- Ground level engine shutdown
- Heat shield, turbo and exhaust manifold
- Hydraulically driven demand fan
- Integrated braking system
- Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)
- Separated cooling system
- Starting aid (ether)
- Throttle lock
- Torque converter with Lock Up Clutch (LUC)
- Eco Mode
- Transmission, planetary, with 2F/2R speed range control
- Under hood ventilation system
ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up
- Alternator, 150 amp
- Batteries, maintenance-free (4 – 1,000 CCA)
- Electrical system, 24V
- Light, warning unswitched (LED strobe)
- Lighting system, halogen (front and rear)
- Lighting, access stairway
- Lighting, underhood
- Starter, electric (heavy duty)
- Ground level lockable master disconnect switch
- Auxiliary start receptacle
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Camera, rear vision
- Air conditioner with roof-mounted condenser
- Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
- Internal four-post rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)
- Radio ready for entertainment: – Antenna – Speakers – Converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
- 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
- Radio, CB ready
- Coat and hard hat hooks
- Fingertip shifting controls
- Flip-up armrest
- Heater and defroster
- Implement hydraulic lockout
- Glass (window) – rubber mounted glass
- Light, (dome) cab
- Lunch box and beverage holders
- Instrumentation, gauges: – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V) – Engine coolant temperature – Fuel level – Hydraulic oil temperature – Speedometer/tachometer – Torque converter temperature
- Instrumentation, warning indicators: – Action alert system, three categories – Brake oil pressure – Electrical system, low voltage – Engine failure malfunction alert and action lamp – Parking brake status
- Mirror, internal (panoramic)
- Mirrors, heated, rearview (externally mounted)
- Premium plus seat containing forced air heating and cooling, 2-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment, ride stiffness adjustment, dynamic end dampening, and leather finish
- Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system with lockout
- Sun visor, front
- Tinted glass
- Transmission gear (indicator)
- Vital Information Management System (VIMS™): – Graphical information display – External data port – Customizable operator profiles
- Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
- Intermittent wipers (front and rear)
- Precleaner, cab powered
- Horn group (trumpet)
GUARDS
- Guards, axle (front and rear)
- Guard, cab window
- Guard, driveshaft
- Guards, crankcase and powertrain, hydraulically powered
- Guard, differential (front and rear)
FLUIDS
- Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Demand fan/swing out (hydraulic reversible)
- Doors, service access (locking)
- Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
- Emergency platform exit
- Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
- Engine idle management features: – Auto idle kickdown – Delayed engine shutdown – Engine idle shutdown
- Fire suppression ready
- Fuel tank, 782 L (207 gal)
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hoses, Cat XT™
- Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
- Total hydraulic filtration system
- Oil sampling valves
- Oil change system, high speed
- Steering, load sensing
- Stairway, left and right rear access
- Vandalism protection caplocks
- Venturi stack
- Fold-down exhaust stack for shipping
TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
- Product Link™ – Cellular, Satellite
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Engine: – Sound suppression
- Engine precleaners – single stage
BLADES
- Dozer arrangement (no blade)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
- Striker bars
- Wheels and tips: wheel arrangements – 7″ combination tips
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Radio, AM/FM/Aux/USB/Bluetooth®
- Cat Compact SBAS Mapping (available through SITECH only)
- Cat Compact RTK Mapping (available through SITECH only)
GUARDS
- Guard – rear fan and grill
POWERTRAIN
- Heater, engine coolant, 120V
- Heater, engine coolant, 240V
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Engine precleaners – dual stage
MISCELLANEOUS
- CE/UKCA Certification (standard where regulations require it)
- Plate – year of manufacture (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
- Striker bars with cleaner fingers
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Stairway, swingout (LH & RH)