Overview
The Caterpillar 994D is a wheel loader listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 1,250 hp, operating weight of 417,430 lb, fuel capacity of 1,199.4 gal and hydraulic capacity of 236.5 gal. This model can be reviewed for loading, stockpile work, material handling, yard operations, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 994D against similar wheel loader models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
417,429.90
lb
Net Power
1,250
hp
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
24.90
yd3
Rated Payload
76,000
lb
Full Specifications
105 specs
Dimensions
Breakout Force
237,825 lb / 107,876 kg
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
18.32 yd³ / 14.01 m³
Bucket Capacity - Struck
14.52 yd³ / 11.10 m³
Bucket Pivot - Maximum Lift - Hl
27.90
Bucket Pivot - Maximum Lift - Std
26.80
Bucket Width
18.54 ft / 5.65 m
Bumper Clearance
4.60 ft / 1.40 m
Clearance At Maximum Lift /Dump - Hl
19.50 ft / 5.94 m
Clearance At Maximum Lift/Dump - Std
18.40 ft / 5.61 m
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
19.03 ft / 5.80 m
Ground Clearance
2.71 ft / 0.83 m
Height - Center Of Axle
5.70 ft / 1.74 m
Height - Top Of Exhaust Stack
22.70 ft / 6.92 m
Height - Top Of Hood
15.60 ft / 4.75 m
Height - Top Of Rops/Fops
22 ft / 6.71 m
Hinge Pin Height At Full Lift - Std
26.76 ft / 8.16 m
Length - Front Axle To Bucket Tip - Hl
22 ft / 6.71 m
Length - Front Axle To Bucket Tip - Std
19.40 ft / 5.91 m
Length - Rear Axle To Bumper
14.80 ft / 4.51 m
Length - With Bucket On Ground
666.49 in / 16,929 mm
Length With Bucket On Ground
54.54 in / 1,385 mm
Overall Height - Bucket Raised - Hl
37.21 ft / 11.34 m
Overall Height - Bucket Raised - Std (1)
37.19 ft / 11.34 m
Overall Height - Bucket Raised - Std (2)
36.10 ft / 11.00 m
Overall Length - Hl
57.70 in / 1,466 mm
Overall Length - Std
55.10 in / 1,400 mm
Rated Payload
76,000 lb / 34,473 kg
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
6.75 ft / 2.06 m
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump - Hl
9.31 ft / 2.84 m
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump - Std
7.40 ft / 2.26 m
Wheel Base Length
21 ft / 6.40 m
Width - Over Tires
18 ft / 5.49 m
Width Over Tires
17.89 ft / 5.45 m
Engine
Articulation Angle
40 deg
Bore
6.70 in / 170 mm
Cat 3516B EUI
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
Displacement
4,221 cu in / 69.2 L
Engine Model
3516B TA
Forward - 1
4.60 mph / 7.4 km/h
Forward - 2
8 mph / 12.9 km/h
Forward - 3
14.10 mph / 22.7 km/h
Fuel Capacity
1,199.40 gal / 4,540.2 L
Fuel Tank
1,226 gal / 4,640.9 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
236.50 gal / 895.2 L
Lift Cylinder - Stroke
65.40 in / 1,661 mm
Max Speed - Forward
14.60 mph / 23.5 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
16.10 mph / 25.9 km/h
Maximum Bucket Capacity
41 yd³ / 31.35 m³
Net Power
1,250 hp / 932.1 kW
Net Power - Caterpillar
1,375 hp / 1,025.3 kW
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
1,375 hp / 1,025.3 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
1,375 hp / 1,025.3 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
1,361 hp / 1,014.9 kW
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Weight
417,430 lb / 189,343 kg
Peak Torque - 1,100 Rpm
5,786 lb-ft / 7,845 Nm
Reverse - 1
5 mph / 8.0 km/h
Reverse - 2
8.90 mph / 14.3 km/h
Reverse - 3
15.50 mph / 24.9 km/h
Static Tipping Weight
279,454 lb / 126,758 kg
Stroke
7.60 in / 193 mm
Hydraulics
Cab - Fops
231
Cab - Rops
1,394
Cab - Sound
6,394
Dump Time
3.40 sec
Lower Time
4 sec
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall
26.70
Raise Time
12.50 sec
Other
Cat Truck Match - High Lift
789C, 793C
Cat Truck Match - Standard
785C, 789C
Rated Payload - High Lift
68,000 lb / 30,844 kg
Rated Payload - Standard
76,000 lb / 34,473 kg
Brakes
SAE J1473 OCT90 ISO 3450 1992
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
24.90 yd³ / 19.04 m³
Cab Vibration
89
Cooling System
129 gal / 488.3 L
Crankcase
75.50 gal / 285.8 L
Differential - Final Drives - Each
164
Differential - Final Drives - Front
164.1
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
164.1
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
236 gal / 893.4 L
Hydraulics - Brake Cooling
6
Hydraulics - Lift/Tilt
164
Hydraulics - Steering/Brake
66
Lift Cylinder - Bore
13 in / 330 mm
Maximum Flow At 1,710 Rpm (3x)
329 gal/min / 1,245.4 L/min
Maximum Flow At 1,710 Rpm (6900 Kpa) (2x)
112 gal/min / 424.0 L/min
Maximum Flow At 1710 Rpm
20.60 gal/min / 78.0 L/min
Number Of Lift Cylinders
2
Number Of Lift/Tilt Pumps
3
Number Of Pilot Pumps
1
Number Of Steering Pumps
2
Number Of Tilt Cylinders
2
Power Down
7.40
Pump Drive - Front
2
Rack Back
6
Raise
12.50
Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
4,408 psi / 303.9 bar
Relief Valve Setting - Pilot
348 psi / 24.0 bar
Relief Valve Setting - Steering
4,495 psi / 309.9 bar
Tilt Cylinder - Bore
10.50 in / 267 mm
Tilt Cylinder - Stroke
44.90 in / 1,140 mm
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time
19.90
Transmission
92
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 994D? +
The Caterpillar 994D has an operating weight of 417,430 lb (189,343 kg). This places it in a class suited for wheel loader applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 994D engine? +
The Caterpillar 994D produces 1,250 hp (932.1 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Wheel Loader work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 994D compare to similar Wheel Loader models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 994D side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.