The Caterpillar 797 is the largest mining truck in the industry, backed by a tradition of superior performance, durability and serviceability.
| Engine Model | Cat 3524B |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | — |
| Gross Machine Operating Weight (GMW) | — |
The 797 power train includes a new, more efficient torque converter with lockup clutch. The newly designed, automatic shift, electronically controlled transmission has seven speeds forward and one speed reverse.
Caterpillar oil-cooled, multiple disc brakes provide exceptional non-fade braking and retarding. This well-proven braking system enhances operator efficiency and confidence.
| Engine Model | Cat 3524B |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | — |
| Net Power - Cat | — |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | — |
| Net Power - 80/1269/EEC | — |
| Displacement | — |
| Net Power | — |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 | — |
| Gross Machine Operating Weight (GMW) | — |
| Chassis Weight | — |
| Operating Weight - Empty | — |
| Operating Weight - Loaded | — |
| Top Speed - Loaded | — |
| Minimum Payload Capacity | — |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | — |
| Maximum Capacity Struck (SAE) | — |
| Raise Time | — |
| Lower Time | — |
| Differential Ratio | 1.265:1 |
| Planetary Ratio | 16.67:1 |
| Total Reduction Ratio | 21.09:1 |
| Forward - 1 | — |
| Forward - 2 | — |
| Forward - 3 | — |
| Forward - 4 | — |
| Forward - 5 | — |
| Forward - 6 | — |
| Forward - 7 | — |
| Reverse | — |
| Pump Flow - High Idle | — |
| Relief Valve Setting - Raise | — |
| Body Raise Time - High Idle | — |
| Body Lower Time - Float | — |
| Body Power Down - High Idle | — |
| Standards | Meet J-ISO 3450 JAN88 and ISO 3450-1996 standards |
| Chassis | — |
| Front Axle - Empty | — |
| Front Axle - Loaded | — |
| Rear Axle - Empty | — |
| Rear Axle - Loaded | — |
| Front Axle - Empty | — |
| Rear Axle - Empty | — |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | — |
| Cooling System | — |
| Crankcase | — |
| Steering Tank | — |
| Steering System - Including Tank | — |
| Brake/Hoist Hydraulic Tank | — |
| Torque Converter/Transmission System - Including Sump | — |
| Standard Tires | 55/80R63 tires |
| Height - Top of ROPS | — |
| Overall Body Length | — |
| Inside Body Length | — |
| Overall Length | — |
| Wheel Base | — |
| Rear Axle - Tail | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dump Clearance | — |
| Loading Height - Empty | — |
| Inside Body Depth - Maximum | — |
| Overall Height - Body Raised | — |
| Operating Width | — |
| Centerline Front Tire Width | — |
| Engine Guard Clearance | — |
| Outside Body Width | — |
| Inside Body Width | — |
| Rear Axle - Clearance | — |
| Centerline of Rear Dual Tire Width | — |
| Overall Tire Width | — |
| ROPS Standards | Meets SAE J1040 APR88, SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3471-1994 and ISO 3449-1992 LEVEL II |
| Sound Standards | Meets OSHA and MSHA occupational noise exposure criteria |
| Steering Standards | Meets SAE J1511 OCT90 and ISO 5010-1984 standards |
The 797 power train includes a new, more efficient torque converter with lockup clutch. The newly designed, automatic shift, electronically controlled transmission has seven speeds forward and one speed reverse.
Caterpillar oil-cooled, multiple disc brakes provide exceptional non-fade braking and retarding. This well-proven braking system enhances operator efficiency and confidence.
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