Caterpillar 836H

Series: Caterpillar Compactor

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The Caterpillar Compactor series from Caterpillar includes the 836H. The engine delivers 530.3 hp (349 kW), with a displacement of 18,101.2 cm³. The unladen weight is 53,681.7 kg. The wheelbase measures 4,550.7 mm. Ground clearance is 594.4 mm. Top speed is 10.9 km/h. The tank holds 793 litres. The gearbox has 2 forward gears. There are also 2 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 137 litres. The cooling system holds 107.1 litres. The oil fill is 60.2 litres. The engine fitted is the C18 diesel with ACERT Technology. The Caterpillar Compactor series covers 31 models. Rated output within it ranges from 22.8 to 569.8 hp; the 836H sits at the top of that range with 530.3 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 826K below it with 441 hp and the 836K above it with 569.8 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 modelC18 diesel with ACERT Technologycorrect
Power530.3 hp (349 kW)correct
Displacement18,101.2 cm³correct
Coolant capacity107.1 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity60.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase4,550.7correct
Ground clearance594.4correct
Unladen weight53,681.7 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears2correct
Reverse gears2correct
Top speed10.9 km/hcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity137 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity793 lcorrect

Other data

Height4,157.5correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.5 kW/t (349 kW / 53.7 t)

Stronger than 96% 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 836H have?

The Caterpillar 836H delivers 530 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 836H weigh?

The unladen weight is 53,682 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 836H have?

18,101 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 836H go?

Top speed is 10.9 km/h.

What to check before buying

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  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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