Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 990K Wheel Loader is a powerhouse of functionality and efficiency, equipped with a Cat C27 ACERT engine delivering a net power of 699 horsepower and peak torque of 2624 lb-ft. Its hydraulic system operates with precision and speed, featuring variable displacement pistons for lift/tilt functions and positive flow control for enhanced performance. With impressive operating specifications including a rated payload of 38,580.9 lbs and a tipping load of 92,990 lbs, this wheel loader is a reliable and versatile asset in heavy-duty construction and mining operations.
?Model | 990K Starting 2024 Model Year |
Breakout Force | 116,571 lbs ft (158,047 nm) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Bucket Capacity | 11.7.19.5 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year |
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 11.3 - 13.0 (8.6 - 9.9) Starting 2019 Model Year |
Engine | C27 ACERT Starting 2021 Model Year |
Engine Power hp (kw) | 699 (521) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Engine type | Cat C27 ACERT Starting 2019 Model Year |
Full-Turn Tip Load | 97,401 lbs (44,180 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Full-Turn Tipping Load | 97,401 lbs (44,180 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
Max Dump Height ft. (m) | 7.2 (2.2) Starting 2017 Model Year |
Max Dump Height ft.( m) | 8.5 (2.6) Starting 2016 Model Year |
Net Power | 699 hp (521 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Operating Weight | 137,517 lbs (62,377 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
Operating?Weight | 178,517 (80,974) Starting 2019 Model Year |
Operating?Weight lbs. (kg) | 188,713 (85,599) Starting 2016 Model Year |
Tip Load | 108,644 (49,280) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) | 15.2 / 16.4 mph Starting 2023 Model Year |
Travel Speed | 15.2 / 16.4 mph Starting 2024 Model Year |
Front | Fixed |
Oscillation Angle | 8.5 degrees |
Rear | Trunnion |
Brakes | SAE J1473 OCT90 ISO 3450:1992 |
Bore | 5 in (14 cm) |
Displacement | 1,650 cu in (27,031 cu cm) |
Engine Model | Cat C27 ACERT |
Gross - ISO 14396 | 752 hp (561 kw) |
Make | Cat |
Net Power | 699 hp (521 kw) |
Net Power - SAE J1349 | 699 hp (521 kw) |
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm | 2,624 lbs ft (3,558 nm) |
Rated Speed | 1800 rpm |
Stroke | 6 in (15 cm) |
Torque Rise | 18% |
Dump | 2.9 seconds |
Lower | 3.7 seconds |
Lower Float Down | 3.6 seconds |
Lift/Tilt System | Variable displacement piston |
Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | Positive flow control |
Pilot System | Open loop and pressure reducing |
Relief Valve Setting | 507 psi |
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4786 psi |
Relief Valve Setting - Steering | 4641 psi |
Steering System - Circuit | Pilot load sensing |
Steering System - Pump | Piston variable displacement |
Cat Truck Match - High Lift | 775-777 |
Cat Truck Match - Standard | 773-775 |
Rated Payload | 38,581 lbs (17,500 kg) |
Rated Payload - High Lift | 35,000 lbs (15,876 kg) |
Tipping Load - Straight | 92,990 lbs (42,180 kg) |
Cooling System | 55 gal (208 l) |
Differential - Final Drives - Front | 72 gal (271 l) |
Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 69 gal (261 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 20 gal (76 l) |
Fuel Tank | 294 gal (1,114 l) |
Hydraulic System Factory Fill | 210 gal (795 l) |
Transmission | 29 gal (110 l) |
Direct Drive - Forward 1 | Lock-up disabled |
Direct Drive - Forward 2 | 9 mph (14 kph) |
Direct Drive - Forward 3 | 15 mph (24 kph) |
Direct Drive - Reverse 1 | 5 mph (9 kph) |
Direct Drive - Reverse 2 | 10 mph (15 kph) |
Direct Drive - Reverse 3 | 16 mph (26 kph) |
Forward - 1 | 5 mph (7 kph) |
Forward - 2 | 8 mph (13 kph) |
Forward - 3 | 14 mph (23 kph) |
Reverse - 1 | 5 mph (8 kph) |
Reverse - 2 | 9 mph (15 kph) |
Reverse - 3 | 16 mph (25 kph) |
Transmission Type | Cat planetary power shift |