990K Wheel Loader Steel Mill Arrangement

Net Power
699 hp
Operating Weight
204693 lb
Bucket Capacities
8.6-9.2 m3 (11.2-12.0 yd3)
Engine Model
Cat® C27 ACERT™

Specs

Engine

Net Power
699hp
Engine Model
Cat® C27 ACERT™
Net Power – SAE J1349
699hp
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.0in
Displacement
1649.5in3
Torque Rise
18%
Rated Speed
1800rpm
Emissions
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/Tier 2 Equivalent
Rated Speed: Gross (ISO 14396)
752hp
Rated Speed: Gross (SAE J1995)
766hp
Rated Speed: Net Power – SAE J1349 (Standard Ambient)
699hp
Rated Speed: Net Power – SAE J1349 (High Ambient)
648hp
Gross - ISO 14396
752HP
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm
2624lb/ft
Net Power
699HP
Engine Model
Cat® C27 ™
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6in
Displacement
1649.5in³
Torque Rise
18%
Emissions
Entspricht EPA Tier 4 Final/Tier 2 (USA)
Net Power - SAE J1349
699HP
Rated Speed
1800r/min
Rated Speed - Gross - ISO 14396
752HP
Rated Speed - Gross - SAE J1995
766HP
Rated Speed - Net Power - SAE J1349 - High Ambient
648HP
Rated Speed - Net Power - SAE J1349 - Standard Ambient
699HP

Operating Specifications

Operating Weight
204693lb
Rated Payload
17.5tons
Rated Payload - Standard
17.5t
Bucket Capacity Range
8.6 m3-9.2 m3 (11.25 yd3-12.0 yd3)
Cat Truck Match - Standard
773-775
Operating Weight
204693lb
Rated Payload
17.5t

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
8.6-9.2 m3 (11.2-12.0 yd3)
Bucket Capacities
8.6-9.2 m3 (11.2-12.0 yd3)

Transmission

Transmission Type
Cat planetary power shift
Forward 1
4.5mph
Forward 2
8.3mph
Forward 3
14.2mph
Reverse 1
4.9mph
Reverse 2
9.1mph
Reverse 3
15.5mph
Direct Drive Forward 2
8.5mph
Direct Drive Reverse 1
5.4mph
Direct Drive Reverse 2
9.6mph
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 3
15.2mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
16.4mile/h
Note
Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.
Transmission Type
Cat-Planetenlastschaltgetriebe
Forward - 1
4.5mile/h
Forward - 2
8.3mile/h
Forward - 3
14.2mile/h
Reverse - 1
4.9mile/h
Reverse - 2
9.1mile/h
Reverse - 3
15.5mile/h
Direct Drive - Forward 2
8.5mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
5.4mile/h
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
9.6mile/h
Note
Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
8.5°
Front
Fixed
Rear
Trunnion
Oscillation Angle
8.5°

Hydraulic System – Steering

Steering System – Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System – Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Maximum Flow @ 1,400 rpm
94.5gal/min
Total Steering Angle
70°

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
294.3gal
Cooling System
54.9gal
Engine Crankcase
20.0gal
Transmission
29.1gal
Differentials and Final Drives – Front
71.6gal
Differentials and Final Drives – Rear
68.9gal
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
210.0gal
Hydraulic Tank (Implement and Hydraulic Fan)
68.9gal
Hydraulic System Factory Fill
210gal (US)
Fuel Tank
294.3gal (US)
Cooling System
54.9gal (US)
Transmission
29.1gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
71.6gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
68.9gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
20gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan
68.9gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking
34.9gal (US)

Sound Performance – Standard

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
69dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
115dB(A)

Hydraulic System – Lift/Tilt

Cylinders, Double Acting: Lift, Bore and Stroke
254 mm × 1264 mm (10.0 in × 49.8 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting: Tilt, Bore and Stroke
317.5 mm × 819 mm (12.5 in × 32.2 in)
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm
22.2gal/min
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm
216gal/min
Pilot System
Open loop and pressure reducing
Relief Valve Setting
507psi

Hydraulic Cycle Time

Rack Back
4.8Seconds
Raise
9.4Seconds
Dump
2.9Seconds
Lower
3.7Seconds
Lower Float Down
3.6Seconds
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time (empty bucket)
15.9Seconds

Sound Performance – Suppression

Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
69dB(A)
Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113dB(A)

Brakes

Brakes
SAE J1473 OCT90, ISO 3450:1992
Brakes
SAE J1473 OKT90, ISO 3450:1992

Hydraulic System - Steering

Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4641psi
Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm
94.5gal/min
Steering System - Circuit
Pilot, load sensing
Steering System - Pump
Piston, variable displacement
Total Steering Angle
70°

Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt

Lift/Tilt System
Variable displacement piston
Relief Valve Setting - Main
507psi
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
254 mm × 1264 mm (10.0 in × 49.8 in)
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
317.5 mm × 819 mm (12.5 in × 32.2 in)
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
Positive flow control
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm (1)
22.2gal/min
Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm (2)
216gal/min
Pilot System
Open loop and pressure reducing
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4786psi

Dimensions – Standard Lift (Approximate)

Ground to Top of ROPS
17.2ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
16.6ft
Ground to Top of Hood
12.7ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.5ft
Rear Axle Centerline to Bumper
12.5ft
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14.2ft
Wheelbase
15.1ft
Maximum Overall Length
41.8ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2.0ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.4ft
Rack Back Angle at Ground Level
40.4 degrees
Rack Back Angle at Carry
48.8 degrees
B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift
19.2ft
Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised
27.0ft
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
63.7 degrees
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
47.4 degrees
Reach at Maximum Lift
7.2ft

Dimensions - Standard Lift - Approximate

Ground to Center of Front Axle
3.9ft
B-Pin Height - Maximum Lift
19.2ft
Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.4ft
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
47.4 degrees
Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip
14.2ft
Ground to Bumper Clearance
3.5ft
Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance
2ft
Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks
16.6ft
Ground to Top of Hood
12.7ft
Ground to Top of ROPS
17.2ft
Maximum Overall Height - Bucket Raised
27ft
Maximum Overall Length
41.8ft
Rack Angle at Maximum Lift
63.7 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Carry
48.8 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Ground Level
40.4 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift
7.2ft
Rear Axle - Centerline to Bumper
12.5ft
Wheel Base
15.1ft

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise
9.4s
Dump
2.9s
Lower
3.7s
Lower Float Down
3.6s
Rack Back
4.8s
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
15.9s

Sound Performance - Standard

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
115dB(A)
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
69dB(A)

Sound Performance - Suppression

Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
113dB(A)
Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
69dB(A)

Features

POWERFUL EFFICIENCY

LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY

PROVEN RELIABILITY

PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY

OPERATOR COMFORT AND CONTROL

PRODUCTIVITY WITH TECHNOLOGY

SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

TOP-TIER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

SAFETY FIRST

HANDLE THE HEAT

ATTACHMENTS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS

PERFORMANCE WITH LESS FUEL

Standard Equipment

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Operator Environment
    • Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature control
    • Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized, protective structure (ROPS/FOPS), radio ready for (entertainment) includes antenna, speakers and converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
    • 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
    • Camera, rear vision
    • Cigar lighter and ashtray
    • Coat hook
    • Electro-hydraulic tilt and lift controls (seat mounted)
    • Flip-up armrest
    • Heater and defroster
    • 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 – Lock-up 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 – Lock-up clutch – Reduced rimpull – Throttle lock
    • Light, dome (cab)
    • Lunchbox and beverage holders
    • Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
    • Seat, Cat comfort (cloth) air suspension
    • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
    • STIC control system with steering lock
    • Tinted glass
    • Trainer seat with lap belt
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS) 3G with graphical information display: external data port, customizable operator profiles, cycle timer, and integral Payload Control System (PCS): – Wet-arm wipers/washers (front, rear and corner) intermittent front wiper
  • Power Train
    • Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, oil-disc
    • Axle-shaft oil-disc service brake
    • Electro hydraulic parking brake
    • Case drain filters
    • Cat clean emission module (Tier 4 Final only)
    • Demand fan
    • Engine Cat C27
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Ground level engine shutoff, bumper
    • Mufflers (under hood) (Tier 2 only)
    • Precleaner, engine air intake
    • Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)
    • Separated cooling system
    • Starting aid, (ether) manual override
    • Throttle Lock
    • Torque Converter, Impeller Clutch with lock-up clutch feature and rimpull control system
    • Transmission, 534 mm (21 in) planetary power shift (electronic) (3F/3R)
  • Electrical
    • 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
    • Starter lockout in bumper
    • Starting receptacle for emergency start
    • Transmission lockout in bumper
  • Other
    • Automatic bucket tilt/lift kickouts electronically adjustable from cab
    • Axle temperature sensor
    • Battery disconnect and jump start receptacle, bumper
    • Coupling, Caterpillar O-ring face seals
    • Economy mode with on demand throttle
    • Emergency platform egress
    • 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 power train
    • Grouped/labeled lube points
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hoses, Cat XT
    • Oil sampling valves
    • Positive flow control hydraulic system
    • Product Link
    • 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 Equipment

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Power Train
    • –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
    • Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
    • Engine block heater 120V or 240V
    • High ambient cooling – software
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab precleaner
    • AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
    • Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth
    • LED warning strobe
    • CB radio ready
    • Window sun shade
  • Miscellaneous Attachments
    • Front and rear roading fenders
    • Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
    • Axle oscillation stop
    • Heavy duty cab mounts