994K Wheel Loader

994K Wheel Loader

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Cat Large Wheel Loaders are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to move more material efficiently and safely at a lower cost per ton. Introduced in 1990, the 994 has become the top customer choice in its size class for the last 25 years. Focused on helping our customers succeed, we have continued to build upon each new series’ legacy of reliability, safety, operator comfort, serviceability and sustainability.

Engine

Net Power
1739 hp
Engine Model
Cat® 3516E
Bore
6.7 in
Stroke
8.5 in
Displacement
4766 in3
Torque Rise
39 %
Rated Speed
1,600 rpm
Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 1/EU Stage I Equivalent
Net Power – SAE J1349 (Standard Ambient)
1739 hp
Peak Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995
8549 lbf-ft
Gross Power – ISO 14396
1847 hp
Gross Power – SAE J1995
1870 hp
Net Power – SAE J1349 (High Ambient)
1696 hp

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
529149 lb
Bucket Capacity Range
19.1-24.5 m3 (25-32 yd3)
Rated Payload – Standard
45 tons
Rated Payload – High Lift
42 tons
Bucket Capacity Range – Iron Ore
22.3 yd3
Bucket Capacity Range – Rock
19.1-24.5 m3 (25-32 yd3)
Bucket Capacity Range – Coal
32.1-39.7 m3 (42-52 yd3)

Transmission

Transmission Type
Cat Planetary Power Shift
Forward 1
4.6 mph
Forward 2
8.0 mph
Forward 3
13.6 mph
Reverse 1
5.0 mph
Reverse 2
8.8 mph
Reverse 3
14.9 mph
Direct Drive – Forward 1
Lock-up disables
Direct Drive – Forward 2
8.7 mph
Direct Drive – Forward 3
15.2 mph
Direct Drive – Reverse 1
Lock-up disables
Direct Drive – Reverse 2
9.6 mph
Direct Drive – Reverse 3
16.8 mph
Note
Travel speeds based on 58/85-57 tires.

Hydraulic System – Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System – Circuit
Positive Flow Control
Lift/Tilt System – Pumps
Variable Displacement Piston
Maximum Flow at 1,700 rpm Engine Speed
541 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting – Lift/Tilt
4587 psi
Cylinders, Double Acting: Lift, Bore and Stroke
370 × 1713 mm (14.6 × 67.4 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting: Tilt, Bore and Stroke
310 × 1086 mm (12.2 × 42.8 in)
Pilot System
Open Loop and Pressure Reducing

Hydraulic Cycle Time

Rack Back
4.9 seconds
Raise
12.6 seconds
Dump
3.1 seconds
Lower Float Down
4.2 seconds
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time (empty bucket)
23.5 seconds

Complete System Fill

Fuel Tank (standard)
910 gal
Fuel Tank (with 24 hr attachment)
1500 gal
Cooling System
137.5 gal
Engine Crankcase
76 gal
Transmission
110 gal
Differentials and Final Drives – Front
220 gal
Differentials and Final Drives – Rear
200 gal
Hydraulic Tank (implement and hydraulic fan)
270 gal
Hydraulic Tank (steering and braking)
100 gal
Oil Renewal System (ORS)
20 gal

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
19.1-24.5 m3 (25-32 yd3)

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle

Brakes

Brakes
ISO 3450:2011

Sound Performance – Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
72 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
119 dB(A)

Sound Performance – Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396)
71 dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395)
117 dB(A)

Hydraulic System – Steering

Steering System – Circuit
Pilot, Load Sensing
Steering System – Pump
Piston, Variable Displacement
Maximum Flow @ 1,700 rpm Engine Speed
259 gal/min
Relief Valve Setting – Steering
4496 psi
Total Steering Angle
70°
Steering Cycle Time (low idle)
7.6 seconds
Steering Cycle Time (high idle)
4.3 seconds

Dimensions – Standard Lift (Approximate)

Ground to Top of ROPS
23.4 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
23.2 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
18.6 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
4.4 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper
20.4 ft
Front Axle Center Line to Bucket Tip
21.3 ft
Wheel Base
22.3 ft
Maximum Overall Length
58.6 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2.9 ft
Ground to Center of Axles
6.0 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
20.2 ft
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
39.7 degrees
Rack Back Angle at Carry
47.7 degrees
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift
28.8 ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised
38.6 ft
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
59.5 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
–50.0 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift
9.3 ft

Dimensions – High Lift (Approximate)

Ground to Top of ROPS
23.4 ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
23.2 ft
Ground to Top of Hood
18.6 ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
4.4 ft
Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper
20.4 ft
Front Axle Center Line to Bucket Tip
23.3 ft
Wheel Base
22.3 ft
Maximum Overall Length
60.5 ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2.9 ft
Ground to Center of Axles
6.0 ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
23.3 ft
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
45.0 degrees
Rack Back Angle at Carry
53.7 degrees
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift
31.7 ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised
41.2 ft
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
59.4 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
–50.0 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift
8.8 ft

Cooling System

Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan – Standard
109.4 ° F
Ambient Capability Hydraulically Driven Demand Fan – High
127.4 ° F
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Back-up alarm
    • Alternator (225 amp)
    • Dry batteries
    • 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V converter
    • Disconnect switch in bumper
    • LED warning lights (pattern selectable)
    • LED lighting system (working lights, access and service platform lights, turn signals/hazard lights)
    • Emergency jump start receptacle
    • Starter and transmission lockout in bumper
    • Combined VIMS download and Cat Electronic Technician service port in bumper
    • 24V starting and charging system
    • Electric starters
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Air conditioner
    • Cab pressure indicator
    • Cab is sound suppressed and pressurized with separate external rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) and power port
    • Cat Vision (rear vision camera system)
    • Coat hook
    • Lift and tilt function controls
    • Graphical touchscreen information display, conveys real time operating information and payload measurement
    • Heater, defroster, auto temperature controls
    • Electric (field and shop) horns
    • Gauge instrumentation: – Coolant temperature – Hydraulic oil temperature – Fuel level – Power train oil temperature – Engine speed (tachometer) – Transmission gear – Ground speed – Engine hour meter
    • Warning indicator instrumentation: – Three category action alert system – 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 – Quick shift enable status – Rimpull control enable status – Seat belt warning – Secondary steering – Throttle lock status – Transmission gear – Turn signal
    • Keypad control with indicator lights: – Fuel economy mode – Implement kickouts – Lockup clutch – Manual lube – Quickshift enable – Rimpull control system – Side rearview mirror heater – Throttle lock – Turn signals (Dash backlight control) – Hazard lights
    • Dome light in cab
    • Lunchbox and beverage holders
    • Rearview mirrors (externally mounted)
    • Retractable seat belt, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable seat
    • Trainer seat with lap belt, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • STIC system
    • Sun screen, pull down (front and rear)
    • Tinted glass
    • VIMS with Information Display: external data port, Cycle Timer, integrated Cat Production Measurement
    • Intermittent wet arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
    • Service center: – Keypad, messenger, ET, VIMS, stairway lamp
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Oil cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary brakes
    • Case drain filters
    • Electro-hydraulic parking brake
    • Engine, 3516E High Displacement (HD) Mechanical Electronic Unit Injector (MEUI-A) Air-to-Air After Cooling (ATAAC) diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
    • Engine prelube
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Ground level engine shutoff
    • Engine air intake (above hood) precleaner
    • Radiator, Aluminum Modular Radiator (AMR)
    • Automatic, ether starting aid
    • Electronic throttle lock
    • Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) with Lock-Up Clutch (LUC) and rimpull control system
    • Planetary powershift, 3F/3R electronic control transmission
    • Hydraulic lash adjustment engine
  • OTHER
    • Automatic bucket lift/tilt kickout/positioner
    • Automatic lubrication system
    • Cat O-ring face seal couplings
    • Lockable service access doors
    • Ecology drains
    • Economy Mode
    • High speed engine oil change system
    • Front frame access with steps
    • Front walkway
    • Ground level fast fill fuel system
    • Transmission guard
    • Drawbar hitch with pin
    • Cat XT hoses
    • Implement, steering and brake filtration/screening system
    • Left side service center
    • Mufflers (2)
    • Oil sampling valves
    • Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
    • Pump bay access ladders with T-handle and platform
    • Rear access to cab and service platform
    • Load sensing steering
    • Supplemental steering system
    • Tie-offs on ROPS and radiator guards
    • Toe kicks
    • Vandalism protection caplocks
    • Cooling cleanout service package
    • Venturi stacks
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Engine oil renewal system
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Service lights
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio with bluetooth and satellite ready
  • MACHINE CONTROL AND GUIDANCE
    • Cat Terrain ready
  • SPARE RIMS
    • 1118 mm (44") spare rim
    • 1194 mm (47") spare rim
  • MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS
    • Wheel chocks