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Caterpillar 826B

Series: Caterpillar Compactor

Source: https://catused.cat.com/construccion/compactadores/CAT-826/D

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With the 826B, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Compactor series. The engine delivers 304.2 hp (223.7 kW), with a displacement of 14,600.9 cm³. The unladen weight is 29,670 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,550.9 mm. The tank holds 570.1 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. The engine fitted is the D343. The Caterpillar Compactor series covers 31 models. Rated output within it ranges from 22.8 to 569.8 hp; the 826B sits in the middle of that range with 304.2 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 816F below it with 257.5 hp and the 825C above it with 319.4 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelD343correct
Power304.2 hp (223.7 kW)correct
Displacement14,600.9 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,550.9correct
Unladen weight29,670 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct

Working data

Fuel tank capacity570.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,761.2correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.5 kW/t (224 kW / 29.7 t)

Stronger than 88% of the compaction equipment in the register — out of 223 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 826B have?

The Caterpillar 826B delivers 304 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 826B weigh?

The unladen weight is 29,670 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 826B have?

14,601 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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Other models in this series

518 Landfill

815

815B

815F

815F Series II

815F2

816

816B

816F

816F Series 2

816F Series II

825B

Sources: [1]

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