797F mining truck

797F Mining Truck

Mining Trucks

Overview

What makes the Cat® 797F Mining Truck the most productive 363-tonne (400-ton) truck in the market? Is it the best-in-class payload? Superior braking that leads to confident, productive operators? Or a tough, rugged frame that delivers performance and long life no matter the conditions? Today’s 797F delivers all of this—and more. It’s fast, fuel efficient and delivers class-leading productivity, making it the industry benchmark for lower cost per ton in its size class. It hauls more every load, every cycle and every shift. And it delivers a better bottom line to the most important mine in the world: yours.

SAFETY
  • Wide walkways, ladders, catwalks and service platforms; slip-resistant surfaces and guard rails; wide secondary egress ladder and a rear service access ladder; and optional powered access ladder.
  • Integral ROPS structure resiliently mounted to the main frame to reduce vibration and sound.
PRODUCTIVITY
  • Cost per ton advantage over competitive models in higher altitudes, ranging from 6% to as high as 14%, plus HP Body option reduces weight an additional 2.0-5.0 tonnes (2.2-5.5 tons).
  • Optimal speed on steep grades, poor underfoot conditions and haul roads with high rolling resistance for faster cycle times when compared to competitive trucks; travels loaded at a top speed of 60 km/h (42 mph).
FUEL EFFICIENCY
  • Multiple power settings that allow you to operate at full power or in economy mode, so you can decide how much power you need.
  • Modes that fine-tune hydraulic and engine output to match the job at hand; Eco-mode shown to deliver fuel savings of up to 3.5% per cycle.
  • Optimized fuel calibrations available for Tier 4, high altitude and lesser regulated applications.
VERSATILITY
  • Proven high production in the most challenging conditions—from extreme cold and soft underfoot conditions to high-altitude, deep copper applications.
  • 20-cylinder, quad-turbocharged Cat C175 engine produces 2983 kW (4,000 hp) of power for fast acceleration; 2647-kW (3,550-hp) setting for applications that don’t require the highest power, such as the flat hauls found in many coal and iron ore applications.
OPERATOR COMFORT & CONTROL
  • Two options to equip 797F with the desired features for your operation.
  • Ergonomic layout, excellent all-around visibility, and controls, levers and switches that are positioned for ease of use.
  • Includes dozens of features designed to enhance comfort, such as reduced vibration and sound suppression.
SERVICEABILITY
  • Time-saving features such as long service intervals; grouped ground-level maintenance and checkpoints; oil level sight gauges and front wheel sight glass; and service platforms on the engine and transmission.
  • Increased life for the majority of filters —in many cases doubling lives to 2,000 hours and extending replacement intervals to four months.
DURABILITY AND LONG LIFE
  • Only truck in its size class to achieve high-hour milestones of 130,000 or more hours.
  • Greater than 5% tire life improvement, significant engine life increase, plus major drive train component life improvement.
  • Over 80% of frame is cast, not fabricated steel plate.
  • Box-section design, which incorporates two forgings and 14 castings in high-stress areas with deep penetrating and continuous wrap-around welds to resist damage from twisting loads without adding extra weight.
CAT BODIES
  • Bodies designed to be an integral part of the entire vehicle system, ensuring maximum chassis life.
  • High Performance (HP) body features lightweight, simplified and durable design that provides complete front machine coverage and extended overhead protection.
  • Oil sands body specifically designed for use in challenging Canadian Oil Sands applications.
SUSTAINABILITY
  • Designed to use less fuel, which reduces engine emissions, and there is zero fuel burn during retarding; optional Tier 4 Final engine reduces NOx and particulate matter.
  • Less waste thanks to features like rear axle filtration, extended life filters and longer maintenance intervals.
  • Cat Common Rail Fuel System, which provides optimal fuel delivery, reducing both fuel consumption and emissions output.
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
  • Factory-ready for fully integrated Cat MineStar™ Command for hauling, an autonomous hauling solution proven to increase productivity up to 30%.
  • Optional MineStar Fleet, a fleet monitoring system, to measure, manage and maximize the overall hauling operation.
  • Standard MineStar Detect proximity detection system, which uses cameras to give operators a better view of what's happening around their equipment.
SAFETY
  • Wide walkways, ladders, catwalks and service platforms; slip-resistant surfaces and guard rails; wide secondary egress ladder and a rear service access ladder; and optional powered access ladder.
  • Integral ROPS structure resiliently mounted to the main frame to reduce vibration and sound.
  • Lockout/tagout box mounted on the front bumper that includes engine shutdown switch, battery lockout, starter lockout and transmission lockout.
  • Standard Cat MineStar™ Detect Object Detection system, which combines radar and camera systems to warn operators about hazards within the immediate vicinity.
  • Optional Driver Safety System alerts the operator if fatigue or distraction are detected.
PRODUCTIVITY
  • Cost per ton advantage over competitive models in higher altitudes, ranging from 6% to as high as 14%, plus HP Body option reduces weight an additional 2.0-5.0 tonnes (2.2-5.5 tons).
  • Optimal speed on steep grades, poor underfoot conditions and haul roads with high rolling resistance for faster cycle times when compared to competitive trucks; travels loaded at a top speed of 60 km/h (42 mph).
  • Unequaled lugging force during acceleration thanks to 23% net torque rise.
  • Constant power over a wide range of operating speeds thanks to Cat seven-speed planetary power shift transmission.
  • Low-speed movement control and unsurpassed stall torque delivered by lock-up torque converter.
FUEL EFFICIENCY
  • Multiple power settings that allow you to operate at full power or in economy mode, so you can decide how much power you need.
  • Modes that fine-tune hydraulic and engine output to match the job at hand; Eco-mode shown to deliver fuel savings of up to 3.5% per cycle.
  • Optimized fuel calibrations available for Tier 4, high altitude and lesser regulated applications.
  • Engine ECM that does not inject fuel into the cylinders during retarding applications, for exceptional fuel economy — zero fuel burn during retarding.
  • Increased fuel efficiency with Tier 4 configuration.
VERSATILITY
  • Proven high production in the most challenging conditions—from extreme cold and soft underfoot conditions to high-altitude, deep copper applications.
  • 20-cylinder, quad-turbocharged Cat C175 engine produces 2983 kW (4,000 hp) of power for fast acceleration; 2647-kW (3,550-hp) setting for applications that don’t require the highest power, such as the flat hauls found in many coal and iron ore applications.
  • Excels at high altitudes, with 4x4 engine configuration that offers payload and greater speeds with no impact on fuel burn.
OPERATOR COMFORT & CONTROL
  • Two options to equip 797F with the desired features for your operation.
  • Ergonomic layout, excellent all-around visibility, and controls, levers and switches that are positioned for ease of use.
  • Includes dozens of features designed to enhance comfort, such as reduced vibration and sound suppression.
  • Next generation seat includes a height adjuster; adjustable shoulder stock to keep seatbelt from rubbing on the operator’s neck; and seat back, side and lumbar bolsters to increase stability.
  • Four-corner oil-cooled brakes and Automatic Retarding Control to improve handling and machine control so operators can work quickly and confidently.
SERVICEABILITY
  • Time-saving features such as long service intervals; grouped ground-level maintenance and checkpoints; oil level sight gauges and front wheel sight glass; and service platforms on the engine and transmission.
  • Increased life for the majority of filters —in many cases doubling lives to 2,000 hours and extending replacement intervals to four months.
  • Optional 100% airless electric start option that eliminates air system maintenance from the machine and improves uptime.
  • Electronic Clutch Pressure Controls (ECPC) diagnostics
  • Optional fast-fill service center and brake wear indicators.
DURABILITY AND LONG LIFE
  • Only truck in its size class to achieve high-hour milestones of 130,000 or more hours.
  • Greater than 5% tire life improvement, significant engine life increase, plus major drive train component life improvement.
  • Over 80% of frame is cast, not fabricated steel plate.
  • Box-section design, which incorporates two forgings and 14 castings in high-stress areas with deep penetrating and continuous wrap-around welds to resist damage from twisting loads without adding extra weight.
  • Frame, powertrain, engine and components that are built to be rebuilt — delivering multiple lives of like-new performance at a fraction-of-new price.
CAT BODIES
  • Bodies designed to be an integral part of the entire vehicle system, ensuring maximum chassis life.
  • High Performance (HP) body features lightweight, simplified and durable design that provides complete front machine coverage and extended overhead protection.
  • Oil sands body specifically designed for use in challenging Canadian Oil Sands applications.
  • HP-XL body, a version of the standard HP body with an extended length floor, designed to neutralize extreme forward bias loading applications.
SUSTAINABILITY
  • Designed to use less fuel, which reduces engine emissions, and there is zero fuel burn during retarding; optional Tier 4 Final engine reduces NOx and particulate matter.
  • Less waste thanks to features like rear axle filtration, extended life filters and longer maintenance intervals.
  • Cat Common Rail Fuel System, which provides optimal fuel delivery, reducing both fuel consumption and emissions output.
  • Engine compatible with diesel fuel blended with lower-carbon intensity fuels such as biofuels and renewable fuels.
  • Cat Rebuild and Cat Reman programs, which preserve raw materials, conserve energy and reduce emissions.
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
  • Factory-ready for fully integrated Cat MineStar™ Command for hauling, an autonomous hauling solution proven to increase productivity up to 30%.
  • Optional MineStar Fleet, a fleet monitoring system, to measure, manage and maximize the overall hauling operation.
  • Standard MineStar Detect proximity detection system, which uses cameras to give operators a better view of what's happening around their equipment.
  • Optional in-cab Cat Driver Safety System (DSS) intervenes when operator fatigue or distraction are detected.

Steering

Steer Angle
40°
Steering Standards
ISO 5010:2007
Note
Turning Diameter (ISO 7457:2009)
Steering Angle
40°
Turning Diameter - Front
122.7ft

Transmission

Top Speed - Loaded
39.5mile/h
Reverse
7.4mile/h
Forward - 7
39.5mile/h
Forward - 6
29.4mile/h
Forward - 5
21.8mile/h
Forward - 4
16.2mile/h
Forward - 3
12mile/h
Forward - 2
8.9mile/h
Forward - 1
6.6mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Note (1)
DEF Tank only available for EPA Tier 4 engine option.
DEF Tank
99gal (US)
Fuel Tank (Tier 4)
1200gal (US)
Torque Converter/Transmission System - Including Sump
166gal (US)
Torque Converter Sump
80gal (US)
Brake/Hoist Tank
203gal (US)
Brake Hoist System - Includes Tank
489gal (US)
Brake/Hoist Hydraulic Lines
219gal (US)
Steering System - Including Tank
95gal (US)
Differentials
330gal (US)
Steering Tank
67gal (US)
Final Drive - Each
49gal (US)
Front Wheels - Each
16gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank
100gal (US)
Fuel Tank
1000gal (US)
Cooling System
306gal (US)
Crankcase
103gal (US)

Approximate Weights - HP Body

Rear Axle - Loaded
66.70%
Rear Axle - Empty
52.80%
Front Axle - Loaded
33.30%
Front Axle - Empty
47.20%

Weights - Approximate

Note (4)
Tier 4 Chassis Weight: 486263 lb (220565 kg)
Note (3)
Chassis weight with 100 percent fuel, hoist, body mounting group, rims and tires.
Note (2)
Chassis weight with full fuel and fluids, standard & mandatory attachments, hoist, body mounting group, rims, and tires.
Note (1)
Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum tire load
Chassis Weight Range
210 630-219 146 kg (464,359-483,134 lb)
Body Weight Range
41 368-61 235 kg (91,200-135,000 lb)
Target Gross Machine Operating Weight (GMW)
1375000lb
Body Weight
94799lb
Rated Gross Machine Weight
1375000lb
Chassis Weight
474472lb
Nominal Rated Payload
400ton (US)

Approximate Weights - MSD II

Rear Axle - Loaded
66.70%
Rear Axle - Empty
52.80%
Front Axle - Loaded
33.30%
Front Axle - Empty
47.20%

Brakes

Standards
ISO 3450:2011
Brake Surface
51243in²
Number of Discs per Side - Front
10
Number of Discs per Side - Rear
15

Braking System

Outside Diameter
42in
Note
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) optional with CMD package
Load Brake
Rear service brakes
Parking Brake
Four-corner, Multi-disc, Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released
Standards
Service and Secondary: ISO 3450:2011
Rear - Wet Disc Brake Surface Area
30750in²
Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area
20500in²
Service Brakes
Service Brakes: Four-Corner, Wet Disc, Oil Cooled, Hydraulically Actuated

Body Hoists

Body Raise Time - High Idle
25s
High Idle Body Lower Time - Float
19s
Relief Valve Setting - Raise
3510psi
Pump Flow - High Idle
317gal/min
Body Power Down- High Idle
18s
Body Lower Time - Float
18s
Type
Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders with snubbing valve.

Suspension

Rear axle - Oscillation
±3.96 degrees
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Rear
3.7in
Effective Cylinder Stroke - Front
3.9in
Type
Self-contained nitrogen/oil cylinders, rear strut pin-to-pin mounting, top & bottom double shear clevis attachments

Final Drives

Note
Double reduction, planetary with full floating axles.
Total Reduction Ratio
21.26:1
Planetary Ratio
16.67:1
Differential Ratio
1.276:1
Type
Double reduction, planetary with full floating axles.

Operating Specifications

Machine Clearance Turning Diameter
138ft
Steer Angle
40°
Top Speed - Loaded
42mile/h
Heaped SAE (2:1) Capacity
240-267 m³ (314-350 yd³)
Nominal Payload Capacity
401ton (US)

Engine

Note (4)
No high altitude arrangement (HAA) engine derating required up to 4877 m (16,000 ft) altitude.
Note (3)
High Altitude Low Maintenance Ratio Engine Configuration (4x4) option available.
Note (2)
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final available for applicable markets.
Note (1)
Net Power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
Emissions
U.S. EPA Compliant. Where applicable, the Cat C175-20 engine is compliant with U.S. EPA emission standards.Tier 4 engine option available to meet Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Stroke
8.7in
Displacement
6469in³
Bore
6.9in
Gross Power - SAE J1995
4000HP
Engine Model
Cat® C175-20
Rated Speed
1750r/min
Net Power - SAE J1349
3795HP

Weight Distributions - Approximate

Note
Weight distributions optimized with Cat body.
Rear Axle - Loaded
66.70%
Rear Axle - Empty
52.80%
Front Axle - Loaded
33.30%
Front Axle - Empty
47.20%

Sound

Sound Standards (2)
Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Sound Standards (1)
The operator sound pressure level measured according to work cycle procedures specified in ISO 6394:2008 and 6396:2008 is 76 dB(A) for cab offered by Caterpillar when properly installed and maintained and tested with doors and windows closed.

Dimensions

Overall Tire Width
31.25ft
Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width
20.41ft
Inside Body Width
27.91ft
Outside Body Width
32ft
Overall Canopy Width
29.91ft
Centerline Front Tire Width
21.41ft
Dump Clearance
6.58ft
Wheel Base
23.58ft
Rear Axle - Tail
12.9ft
Overall Length
49.5ft
Inside Body Length
32.75ft
Overall Body Length
48.6ft
Front Canopy Height - Empty
25.33ft
Height - Top of ROPS - Empty
21.4ft
Engine Guard Clearance - Loaded
3.33ft
Loading Height - Empty
23ft
Loaded Ground Clearance
2.58ft
Overall Height - Body Raised
51.5ft
Inside Body Depth - Maximum
11ft
Rear Axle - Clearance - Loaded
3.08ft

ROPS

FOPS Standards
FOPS (Falling Objects Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:2005 Level II FOPS criteria.
ROPS Standards
ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) for cab offered by Caterpillar meets ISO 3471:2008 ROPS criteria.

Tires

Note (1)
Caterpillar recommends the customer evaluate all job conditions and consult tire manufacturer for proper tire selection and TKPH (TMPH) capabilities.
Rims
44" x 63"
Note
Quick Change Rims optional.
Tires
59/80 R63

Capacity - MSD II - 100% Fill Factor

Heaped (SAE 2:1)
240-267 m³ (314-350 yd³)
Note
Consult your local Cat dealer for truck body recommendations.
Struck
188-213 m³ (246-290 yd³)

Cab

FOPS Standards
FOPS (Falling Objects Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:1992 Level II criteria.
ROPS Standards (2)
ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) meets ISO 3471:1994 criteria.
Heater / Defroster
38900Btu/h
Note
Ambient capabilities down to -30C (-22F) for heater/defroster and up to 50C (122F) for air conditioning.
ROPS Standards (1)
The operator sound pressure level, 76 dB(A), complies with ISO 6394:2008 and ISO 6396:2008.
Air Conditioning
HFC - 134A refrigerant: 24,300 Btu/h

Capacity - HP Body - 100% Fill Factor

Note (1)
Consult your local Cat dealer for body recommendations.
Heaped (SAE 2:1)*
330 yd³ / 252 m³
Struck
225 yd³ / 172 m³

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Electrical
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Brushless, alternator, 150 ampere
    • Batteries, 12V (2) 93 amp-hour
    • Converter, 12V electrical
    • Electrical system, 24V, 10, 20 and 25 amp
    • Battery charge receptacle
    • Lighting system:
      – Back-up and hazard lights
      – Directional signals (front, rear LED)
      – Front stair access/Service deck
      – Stop/tail lights (LED)
      – Engine compartment
      – VIMS, blue light (LED)
      – Headlights with lo-hi beam selector
  • Operator Environment
    • Standard cab:
      – Standard optimized operator seats
      – Suspension trainer seat
      – Flip down front visor
      – Standard side of cab access
    • Deluxe cab:
      – Heated and ventilated seats
      – Suspension trainer seat
      – Retractable front visor
      – Rear of cab access and standard side of cab access
      – Power windows
    • Deluxe cold weather cab:
      – Heated and ventilated seats
      – Suspension trainer seat
      – Retractable front visor
      – Rear of cab access and standard side of cab access
      – Power windows
      – Heated mirrors
    • All cab options include the following features:
      • Air conditioner with automatic climate control
      • 12V DC power supply (3)
      • Coat hook
      • Diagnostic connection port
      • Dome courtesy light
      • Entertainment radio ready 5 amp converter, speakers and wiring harness
      • Gauges/Indicators:
        – Gauge panel: Transmission fluid temperature; Brake oil temperature; Engine coolant temperature; Fuel level; Torque converter oil temperature
        – Electric engine control fault indicator
        – Electric hour meter
        – Speedometer
        – Tachometer
        – Transmission gear indicator
        – VIMS message center with advisor
      • Heater/defroster (11 070 kCal/43,930 Btu)
      • Horn
      • Cat Detect System
      • Storage compartments
      • Hoist, body control (electric)
      • ROPS cab, insulated/sound suppressed
      • Seat, operator, air suspension
      • Seatbelt, operator, three-points, retractable
      • Seat, trainer, air suspension
      • Seatbelt, trainer, two-points, retractable
      • Stairway and walkway access, 600 mm (23.6 in)
      • Steering wheel, multi tilt, padded, telescopic
      • Tinted glass
      • Window, operator, electric powered
      • Windshield wiper, intermittent control and washer
      • Cup holder
      • Mirrors, right and left
  • Power Train
    • C175-20 emits equivalent to Tier 2 emission standards:
      – Turbocharging (4)/Air-to-Air Aftercooler (ATAAC)
      – Air cleaner with precleaner (4)
      – Ground level engine shutdown
      – Ether starting aid (automatic)
      – Elevated low idle control
      – Crankcase protection
      – Multi-point oil pressure sensing
      – Automatic starter protection
    • Braking system:
      – Park brake integrated with gear selector
      – Brake release motor (towing)
      – Oil-cooled, multi-disc (front and rear) – service, retarding, parking, secondary
      – Automatic Retarder Control, adjustable
      – Engine overspeed protection
      – Extended life brake disc material
    • Transmission:
      – 7-speed, automatic powershift with electronic controls (ECPC)
      – Body-up shift inhibitor
      – Controlled throttle shifting
      – Directional shift management
      – Neutral coast inhibitor
      – Neutral start switch
      – Downshift/Reverse shift inhibitor
      – Individual clutch modulation
      – Body-up reverse neutralizer
      – Programmable top speed
      – Lock-up torque converter
    • Pre-lubrication/engine
    • Rear axle continuous lubrication/filtration
  • Other Standard Equipment
    • Traction Control System
    • Auto lubrication system
    • Aux “buddy” dumping quick connect
    • Aux steering quick connect (towing)
    • Driveline guard
    • Fast fill fuel system
    • Fuel filter with water separator
    • Ground level VIMS data port
    • Ground level battery lockout
    • Ground level transmission lockout
    • Ground level engine start lockout
    • Ground level engine shut-down
    • High-speed crankcase oil change
    • Reservoirs (3 separate):
      – Brake/Hoist, Steering/Fan, Transmission/Converter
    • Rock ejectors
    • Supplemental steering (automatic)
    • Tie-down eyes
    • Center hitch and tow points (front), tow pin (rear)
    • Vandalism protection locks
    • Vital Information Management System (VIMS):
      – Includes VIMS Payload Monitor with max payload and speed manager
    • Hydraulic filters, 1,000 hour
    • SOS℠ sample ports
    • Service points, ground level
    • Sight level gauges for hydraulic/engine oil
  • Antifreeze
    • Extended Life Coolant to –35° C (–30° F)

Optional Equipment:

  • Optional Equipment
    • Cat Detect System
    • Cabin air precleaner
    • Throttle lock
    • Engine delay shutdown timer
    • Antifreeze/coolant protects to –50° C (–58° F)
    • Fuel tank (7570 L/2,000 gal)
    • SL-V grease injectors
    • Body heat
    • Rear axle lubrication cooler
    • External digital payload display
    • Oil renewal system
    • Oil renewal system with 3 day tank
    • Engine coolant and oil heater for cold weather starts
    • Road Analysis Control (RAC)
    • Portable fire extinguisher
    • Torque converter guard
    • Brake wear indicator gauge
    • Rims (wedge)
    • Rim guard

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