Caterpillar 826K

Series: Caterpillar Compactor

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The Caterpillar 826K belongs to the Caterpillar Compactor series. The engine delivers 441 hp (302 kW), with a displacement of 15,200.6 cm³. Torque is 2,005 Nm. The unladen weight is 40,917.2 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,700.3 mm. Ground clearance is 643.1 mm. The tank holds 782.1 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 117 litres. The cooling system holds 115.8 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat C15 ACERT. The Caterpillar Compactor series covers 31 models. Rated output within it ranges from 22.8 to 569.8 hp; the 826K sits in the upper part of that range with 441 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 826H below it with 406.6 hp and the 836H above it with 530.3 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C15 ACERTcorrect
Power441 hp (302 kW)correct
Torque2,005correct
Displacement15,200.6 cm³correct
Coolant capacity115.8 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,700.3correct
Ground clearance643.1correct
Unladen weight40,917.2 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typePlanetary - powershift transmission - ECPCcorrect
Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity117 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity782.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height4,569correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.4 kW/t (302 kW / 40.9 t)

Stronger than 94% 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 826K have?

The Caterpillar 826K delivers 441 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 826K weigh?

The unladen weight is 40,917 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 826K have?

15,201 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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