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Caterpillar 789 Off-Highway Truck

Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 789 ➔

The Caterpillar 789 Off-Highway Truck is a powerhouse of a vehicle, designed for heavy-duty hauling in rugged terrains. With a dump load capacity of up to 137.4 cubic yards and a gross power of 1800 horsepower, this truck can handle even the most demanding jobs with ease. Its impressive dimensions and weight distribution ensure stability and efficiency, making it a reliable choice for any mining or construction operation.

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General Specifications

Articulated/Rigid	R Starting 2023 Model Year
Drive Configuration	2WD Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Type	Cat 3516E Starting 2024 Model Year
Mfg. Model	789 Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight Pounds (Kgs)	715,000 (324,319) Starting 2024 Model Year
Planetary Powershift Transmission	Auto Starting 2024 Model Year
Rated Payload Tons (Metric Tons)	213 (193.2) Starting 2024 Model Year

Dimensions

Dump Height	39 ft (12 m)
Overall Height	20 ft (6 m)
Overall Length	40 ft (12 m)
Overall Width	24 ft (7 m)
Wheelbase	19 ft (6 m)

Dump

Load Capacity - heaped	137 cu yd (105 cu m)
Load Capacity - Struck	96 cu yd (73 cu m)
Rated Payload	390,000 lbs (176,901 kg)

Engine

Displacement	4,217 cu in (69,101 cu cm)
Engine Model	3516
Gross Power	1,800 hp (1,342 kw)
Net Power	1,705 hp (1,271 kw)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	851 gal (3,222 l)
Tire Size	37.00R57 (E-4)

Service Refill Capacities

Brake/Hoist Hydraulic Tank

390,000 gal (1,476,150 l)

Transmission

Max Speed	34 mph (54 kph)
Number of Gears - Forward	6

Weights

Empty Weight	268,792 lbs (121,922 kg)
Loaded Weight	699,880 lbs (317,460 kg)
Weight Distribution Front - empty	47%
Weight Distribution Front - loaded	33%
Weight Distribution Rear - empty	53%
Weight Distribution Rear - loaded	67%

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