Introducing the Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader, a powerhouse of performance and efficiency for heavy-duty operations. With a bucket breakout force of 63,066 lbs and a maximum bucket capacity of 12 cu yd, this machine excels in handling large volumes of material with ease. Equipped with an engine net power of 625 hp and a hydraulic system capable of swift cycle times, the Cat 990 II is designed to tackle challenging tasks with precision and agility. From its robust construction to its advanced steering and transmission systems, this wheel loader is a top choice for demanding construction and mining environments.
Axles
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Axles specifications
Front
Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall
22.60 in (57.40 cm)
Oscillation Angle
11 degrees
Rear
Trunnion
Brakes
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Brakes specifications
Brakes
Meet SAE/ISO 3450 1996.
Bucket
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
63,066.00 lbs (28,606.29 kg)
Bucket Capacities
11.00-12.00 cu yd (8.41-9.17 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - heaped
11.00 cu yd (8.41 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck
9.10 cu yd (6.96 cu m)
Bucket Width
14.60 ft (4.45 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise
13.30 ft (4.05 m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity
12.00 cu yd (9.17 cu m)
Cab
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Cab specifications
Cab - ROPS/FOPS
Meets SAE and ISO standards.
Sound Performance
Meets ANSI SAE and ISO standards.
Dimensions
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Height - Top of Exhaust
15.60 ft (4.75 m)
Hinge Pin Height at Full Lift
19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground
41.40 ft (12.62 m)
Overall Length
42.20 ft (12.86 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump
6.20 ft (1.89 m)
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump
8.30 ft (2.53 m)
Wheel Base Length
15.10 ft (4.60 m)
Width Over Tires
13.50 ft (4.11 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Bore
5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Displacement
1,647.70 cu in (27,001.03 cu cm)
Engine Model
Cat 3412E TA
Net Power
625.00 hp (466.07 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269
625.00 hp (466.07 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249
625.00 hp (466.07 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349
618.00 hp (460.85 kw)
Stroke
6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Hydraulic Cycle Times
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Hydraulic Cycle Times specifications
Dump
2.9 seconds
Raise
9.2 seconds
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time
15.9 seconds
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
2.9 seconds
Lower Time
3.8 seconds
Raise Time
9.2 seconds
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt specifications
Number of Lift Cylinders
2
Number of Tilt Cylinders
1
Loader Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
234 mm x 1270 mm 9.25 in x 50 in
Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
292 mm x 820 mm 11.5 in x 32.3 in
Relief Valve Setting
4500 psi
Relief Valve Setting - Low Idle
350 psi
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Articulation Angle
35 degrees
Breakout Force
137,841.00 lbs (62,523.70 kg)
Bucket Capacity Range
8.4-9.2 m3 11-12 yd3
Dump Clearance
15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Fuel Capacity
256.30 gal (970.10 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
115.00 gal (435.28 l)
Operating Weight
162,017.80 lbs (73,490.13 kg)
Rated Payload
33,000.00 lbs (14,968.57 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Full Turn
108,892.00 lbs (49,392.64 kg)
Static Tipping Weight
90,292.60 lbs (40,956.09 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
50.20 gal (190.01 l)
Crankcase
25.10 gal (95.00 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
71.60 gal (271.01 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
69.00 gal (261.17 l)
Fuel Tank
413.00 gal (1,563.21 l)
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt and Brakes
113.00 gal (427.71 l)
Hydraulic System - Steering and Engine Cooling Fan
50.50 gal (191.14 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank Only
46.00 gal (174.11 l)
Transmission
29.10 gal (110.14 l)
Steering System
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Steering System specifications
Minimum Turning Radius - Over Bucket
407.00 in (1,033.78 cm)
Steering Angle - Each Direction
35 degrees
Transmission
Caterpillar 990 II Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Converter Drive - Forward 1
4.30 mph (6.92 kph)
Converter Drive - Forward 2
7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
Converter Drive - Forward 3
12.90 mph (20.76 kph)
Converter Drive - Reverse 1
4.80 mph (7.72 kph)
Converter Drive - Reverse 2
8.30 mph (13.36 kph)
Converter Drive - Reverse 3
14.20 mph (22.85 kph)
Direct Drive - Forward 1
Lock-up disabled
Direct Drive - Forward 2
7.90 mph (12.71 kph)
Direct Drive - Forward 3
13.90 mph (22.37 kph)
Direct Drive - Reverse 1
4.90 mph (7.89 kph)
Direct Drive - Reverse 2
8.80 mph (14.16 kph)
Direct Drive - Reverse 3
15.40 mph (24.78 kph)
Forward - 1
4.40 mph (7.08 kph)
Forward - 2
8.00 mph (12.87 kph)
Forward - 3
14.00 mph (22.53 kph)
Max Speed - Forward
14.00 mph (22.53 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
15.60 mph (25.11 kph)
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Reverse - 1
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Reverse - 2
8.80 mph (14.16 kph)
Reverse - 3
15.50 mph (24.94 kph)
Transmission Type
Powershift
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