Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Specs

Category: Landfill Compactors ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 826C ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor, a powerful machine designed for efficiently compacting waste in landfill environments. With a blade height of 76 inches and a blade width of 14.7 feet, this compactor offers impressive capabilities for handling waste materials. The turbocharged engine model 3406 delivers a gross power of 341 horsepower, ensuring effective operation. Equipped with a Cat. Planetary powershift transmission, this compactor has the ability to reach a maximum speed of 20.2 mph. Additionally, with an operating weight of 69,732.3 pounds and various hydraulic system fluid capacities, the Caterpillar 826C is a reliable choice for landfill compaction tasks.

Blades

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Blades specifications
Blade Height	76.00 in (193.04 cm)
Blade Width	14.70 ft (4.48 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.70 ft (0.52 m)
Height - Top of Cab	13.10 ft (3.99 m)
Wheelbase	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Width Over Wheels	12.50 ft (3.81 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	891.00 cu in (14,600.91 cu cm)
Engine Model	3406
Gross Power	341.00 hp (254.29 kw)
Net Power	315.00 hp (234.90 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2100 rpm

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	22.50 gal (85.16 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Fuel Capacity	158.60 gal (600.30 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	30.40 gal (115.06 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	69,732.30 lbs (31,624.63 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	16.40 gal (62.07 l)

Transmission

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Transmission specifications
Max Speed	20.20 mph (32.51 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Cat. Planetary powershift

Wheels

Caterpillar 826C Landfill Compactor Wheels specifications
Front Wheels Drum Diameter	60.10 in (152.65 cm)
Front Wheels Drum Width	47.30 in (120.14 cm)
Rear Wheels Drum Diameter	60.10 in (152.65 cm)
Rear Wheels Drum Width	47.30 in (120.14 cm)

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