789C

789C
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789C

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Engine Specifications: The 789C Mining Truck is equipped with the Cat® 3516B EUI engine, featuring a 16-cylinder, four-stroke design with a 23% torque rise. It is EPA compliant and performs optimally at altitudes below 2300 m (7,500 ft). An optional oil renewal system extends oil change intervals.
Transmission and Power Train: The truck utilizes a Cat mechanical power train with a six-speed planetary power shift transmission, ensuring efficient power delivery and control. The lock-up torque converter and final drives enhance power transfer and durability.
Engine/Power Train Integration: Electronic management of critical components optimizes performance and reduces costs, with tools like Cat Data Link and Electronic Technician (Cat ET) improving diagnostics and availability.
Structures: The truck's frame features a durable box-section design with easy maintenance access. The suspension system absorbs shocks, improving ride comfort and frame longevity.
Operator’s Station: Designed for comfort and productivity, the station includes an integrated object detection system for safety and a sound-suppressed cab for excellent visibility.
Brake System: The Cat brake system integrates multiple functions for reliable performance, with oil-cooled multiple disc brakes ensuring non-fade braking and retarding.
Truck Body Systems: Caterpillar offers various body options like the X Body and MSD II, tailored for durability and payload optimization.
Monitoring System: The VIMS™ Monitoring System provides real-time machine health and payload data, enhancing production management.
Payload Management: Enhances effectiveness and productivity by preventing overloads that can damage components and affect safety.
Road Analysis Control (RAC): An optional system that monitors haul road conditions to improve maintenance, cycle times, tire life, and fuel efficiency.
VIMS-PC and VIMS Supervisor: VIMS-PC allows data download for analysis, while VIMS Supervisor aids in fleet management.
Machine Management: Data usage improves maintenance programs, maximizes component life, and lowers operating costs.
Safety: Features like integrated object detection systems and adherence to the 10/10/20 Overload Policy prioritize safety.
Sustainability: Oil renewal systems and advanced engine technology reduce emissions and waste.
Serviceability: Easy access to service points and automatic lubrication systems reduce maintenance time and increase availability.
Customer Support: Cat dealers offer comprehensive support, including parts availability and advanced technology products.
Specifications: The 789C Mining Truck specifications cover engine details, operating weights, transmission, and dimensions, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
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Catalog excerpts

789C-1

Engine Weights-Approximate Engine Model Cat® 3516B EUI Gross Machine Operating Weight 317 515 kg 700,000 lb Gross Power-SAE J1995 1417 kW 1,900 hp Operating Specifications Net Power-SAEJ1349 1320 kW 1,771 hp Nominal Payload Capacity 177 tonnes 195 tons

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789C-2

The 789C Mining Truck is engineered for performance, designed for comfort, and built to last. Developed specifically for high production mining and hauling applications, the 789C Mining Truck keeps material moving at high volume to lower your cost-per-ton. Rugged construction creates a durable machine. Easy maintenance procedures ensure high reliability and long life with low operating costs.

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789C-3

Power Train – Engine The Cat ® 3516B EUI engine is built for power, reliability and efficiency for superior performance in the toughest applications. Engine The Cat ® 3516B EUI Quad turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine delivers high power and reliability in the world’s most demanding mining applications. Design The 3516B is a 16­cylinder, four­stroke design that uses long, effective power strokes for more complete fuel combustion EPA Compliant Where applicable, the 3516B engine is compliant with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emissions requirements. Altitude Compensation Designed...

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789C-4

Power Train - Transmission Cat mechanical power train delivers more power to the ground for greater productivity and lower operating costs. Mechanical Power Train The Cat mechanical drive power train and power shift transmission provides unmatched operating efficiency and control on steep grades, in poor underfoot conditions, and on haul roads with high rolling resistance. The Cat six-speed planetary power shift transmission is matched with the direct-injection 3516B diesel engine to deliver constant power over a wide range of operating speeds. Robust Design Designed for the higher horsepower...

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789C-5

Engine/Power Train Integration Electronically combines critical power train components to work more intelligently and to optimize overall truck performance. Cat Data Link Electronically integrates machine computer systems to optimize overall power train performance, increase reliability and component life, and reduce operating costs. Electronic Technician (Cat ET) Cat ET service tool provides service technicians with easy access to stored diagnostic data through the Cat Data Link to simplify problem diagnosis and increase machine availability. Integrated Braking Control (IBC) Integrates Hydraulic...

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789C-6

Structures Rugged Cat structures are the backbone of the 789C mining truck’s durability. Box-Section Design The 789C frame uses a box­section design, incorporating two forgings and 21 castings in high stress areas with deep penetrating and continuous wrap­around welds to resist damage from twisting loads without adding extra weight. Serviceability The open box­section frame design allows easy access to power train components, reducing overall removal and installation time, and lowering overall repair costs. The raised and pinned body allows excellent access to Steel Structures Mild steel used...

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789C-7

Operator’s Station Ergonomically designed for operator comfort, superior control, Enhanced Operator Visibility Through the use of the fully Integrated Object Detection System, RADAR AND CAMERA, the operator can receive both audible and visual indications of detected objects. Ergonomic Layout The 789C operator station is ergonomically designed for total machine control in a comfortable, productive and safe environment. All controls, levers, switches and gauges are positioned to maximize productivity and minimize Quiet Cab Integral, sound­suppressed ROPS/FOPS cab is resiliently mounted to the mainframe...

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789C-8

Cat® Brake System Reliable braking with superior control gives the operator the confidence Integrated Braking System The Cat oil­cooled braking system delivers reliable performance and control in the most extreme haul road conditions. The integrated system combines the service, secondary, parking brake and retarding functions in the same robust system for optimum braking efficiency. Four Corner Retarding Four corner retarding with 60/40 percent split (rear/front) in braking effort provides superior control in slippery conditions. Balanced front to rear brake torque provides exceptional braking...

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789C-9

Truck Body Systems Cat designed and built for rugged performance and reliability in the toughest mining applications. Cat Truck Bodies Matching the truck body to the application is a critical part of achieving the best value from your 789C. Caterpillar offers a variety of application specific body options that yield a payload ranging from 177 to 188 metric tons (195 to 207 tons). The Caterpillar exclusive 10/10/20 payload guidelines help achieve a balance of excellent payload with safe operation. Body Options 1) Cat “X” Body – The X body is a heavy duty body configured with a variety of liner...

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789C-10

Monitoring System Vital machine health and payload data keeps the 789C performing at peak production levels. VIMS™ Monitoring System VIMS PC Intelligent Caterpillar designed machine monitoring system provides critical machine health and payload data in real­time to keep the 789C performing at top production levels. Production Management Production Management enhances truck/loading tool effectiveness, improves fleet productivity and helps extend the life of truck frames, tires, rims and power train components, while lowering operating and maintenance cost. Payload Management Max Payload Speed...

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789C-11

Cat mining machines and systems are designed with safety as their first priority. Product Safety Caterpillar has been and continues to be proactive in developing mining machines that meet or exceed safety standards. Safety is an integral part of all machine and system designs. Integrated Object Detection Systems Object Detection Systems are factory installed as standard equipment on 789C mining trucks. The fully Integrated Object Detection System, RADAR AND CAMERA, provides both audible and visual indications of detected objects. This system uses a combination of short and medium range radars...

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