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826 Landfill Compactor

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Purpose-built for landfill operation, the Cat 826 delivers a level of reliability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability, and efficiency that can only come from 45-plus years as an industry leader. Field-proven protection and integrated technologies provide peak availability and optimized landfill performance.

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Benefits

Improved Maintenance

Make regular maintenance more convenient with accessible controls located inside the cab.

Additional Safety

Grouped ground level engine and machine controls allow for safe and easy daily maintenance.

Enhanced Operator Comfort

Comfortable cab and low effort controls with reduced vibration levels help operators work more productively throughout the day.
  • Axles
    Front
    Planetary - Fixed
    Oscillation Angle
    ±5°
    Rear
    Planetary - Oscillating
  • Braking System
    Parking Brake
    Drum and Shoe, Spring Applied, Hydraulic Released
    Service Brakes
    Multi Disc Wet (Enclosed) 2 WHL
  • Dimensions (Approximate)
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight - Including Rear Radiator Guard
    10.16 ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight - No Rear Radiator Guard
    9.38 ft
    Ground Clearance
    2.11 ft
    Ground Clearance - Bumper
    3.15 ft
    Height - Cab Roof
    13.75 ft
    Height - Top of Beacon
    15.63 ft
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
    14.56 ft
    Height - Top of Hood
    10.87 ft
    Height to Top of Air Conditioning Condenser
    14.99 ft
    Hitch to Centerline of Front Axle
    6.07 ft
    Length - With Blade on Ground - Straight Blade - Including Rear Radiator Guard
    28.59 ft
    Turning Radius - Inside of Wheels
    9.18 ft
    Wheel Base
    12.14 ft
    Width - Over Wheels
    12.47 ft
  • Engine
    Bore
    5.4 in
    Displacement
    927.6 in³
    Emissions
    U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V/Korea Stage V and Japan 2014 or Brazil MAR-1, emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
    Engine Model
    C15 Cat®
    Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
    426 hp
    Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
    435 hp
    High Idle Speed
    2300 r/min
    Low Idle Speed
    800 r/min
    Maximum Altitude - Without Derating (Tier 3/Stage IIIA)
    9098 ft
    Maximum Altitude – Without Derating (Tier 4 Final/Stage V)
    9298 ft
    Net Power - ISO 9249:2007
    405 hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349:2011
    405 hp
    Note
    Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions module and alternator.
    Rated Speed
    1800
    Stroke
    6.7 in
    Torque Rise
    33%
  • Hydraulic System
    Bore
    4.7 in
    Lift System
    Double Acting Cylinder
    Main Relief Pressure
    3771 psi
    Maximum Supply Pressure
    3495 psi
    Pump Flow at 1800 rpm
    30.9 gal/min
    Stroke
    42.1 in
  • Hydraulic System - Steering
    Bore
    4.5 in
    Maximum System Flow
    170 L/min @ 1,800 rpm (44.9 gal/min @ 1,800 rpm)
    Steering Pressure Limited
    3481 psi
    Steering System - Circuit
    Pilot operated, load sensing
    Steering System - Pump
    Piston - Variable Displacement
    Stroke
    22.7 in
    Vehicle Articulation Angle
    86 °
  • Operating Specifications
    Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent)
    91549 lb
    Maximum Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V)
    92568 lb
    Operating Weight (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent)
    89186 lb
    Operating Weight (Tier 4 Final/Stage V)
    90207 lb
  • Semi U-Blade
    Capacity, Rated
    20.9 yd³
    Height with Cutting Edge and Screen
    6.63 ft
    Maximum Depth of Cut
    2.03 ft
    Maximum Lift above Ground
    3.825 ft
    Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge)
    29.54 ft
    Width - Over End Bits
    14.83 ft
    Width – Moldboard Length
    14.66 ft
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Cooling System
    30.6 gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (Tier 4 Final/Stage V)
    8.5 gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front
    26.4 gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear
    29.1 gal (US)
    Engine Crankcase
    9 gal (US)
    Fuel Tank
    206.6 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank Only
    35.4 gal (US)
    Note
    Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). ** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels – Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specifications are required. – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) that meets all requirements defined in ISO 22241-1:2006.
    Transmission
    17.4 gal (US)
  • Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    113 dB(A)
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*
    110 dB(A)
    Note (1)
    * Sound suppression equipped
    Note (2)
    The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
    Note (3)
    The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
    Note (4)
    Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
    73 dB(A)
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
    72 dB(A)
  • Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    113 dB(A)
    Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)*
    110 dB(A)
    Note (1)
    * Sound suppression equipped
    Note (2)
    The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
    Note (3)
    The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.
    Note (4)
    Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
    73 dB(A)
    Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
    72 dB(A)
  • Straight Blade
    Capacity, Rated
    16.1 yd³
    Height with Cutting Edge and Screen
    6.23 ft
    Maximum Depth of Cut
    1.5 ft
    Maximum Lift above Ground
    4.19 ft
    Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge)
    28.59 ft
    Width - Over End Bits
    14.75 ft
    Width – Moldboard Length
    14.16 ft
  • Transmission
    Direct Drive - Forward 1
    4.2 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Forward 2
    7.5 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 1
    4.3 mile/h
    Direct Drive - Reverse 2
    8.6 mile/h
    Transmission Type
    Planetary - Powershift - ECPC
  • U-Blade
    Capacity, Rated
    22.9 yd³
    Height with Cutting Edge and Screen
    6.62 ft
    Maximum Depth of Cut
    2.03 mm
    Maximum Lift above Ground
    3.79 ft
    Overall Machine Length (includes rear radiator guard, measured to cutting edge)
    30.7 ft
    Width - Over End Bits
    14.41 ft
    Width – Moldboard Length
    14.25 ft
  • Wheels
    Combination Tips (Weight Group)
    21125 lb
    Diamond Tips Weight (Group)
    23997 lb
    Drum Diameter
    63.4 in
    Drum Width
    47.2 in
    Feet Per Row
    6
    Feet Per Wheel
    30
    Outside Diameter
    77.6 in
    Outside Diameter - Diamond
    78.1 in
    Paddle Tips - Weight (Group)
    20540 lb
    Plus Tips - Weight (Group)
    22002 lb
    Replaceable
    Weld On
    Tip Height
    179 mm
    Tip Height - Diamond
    7.25 in
    Width Over Drums
    3800 mm
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWERTRAIN
  • Single Clutch Speed Shifting (SCSS)
  • Electronic Clutch Pressure Control (ECPC)
  • Air-to-air aftercooler
  • Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, wet multiple disc service brakes
  • Cat Clean Emission Module (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V only)
  • Muffler (under hood) (U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent)
  • Electro-hydraulic parking brake
  • Engine, Cat C15 configured for two emissions options: Tier 4 Final/Stage V, or emitting equivalent to Tier 3/Stage IIIA
  • Fuel priming pump (electric)
  • Fuel-to-air cooler
  • Ground level engine shutdown
  • Heat shield, turbo and exhaust manifold
  • Hydraulically driven demand fan
  • Integrated braking system
  • Radiator, Aluminum Modular (AMR)
  • Separated cooling system
  • Starting aid (ether)
  • Throttle lock
  • Torque converter with Lock Up Clutch (LUC)
  • Eco Mode
  • Transmission, planetary, with 2F/2R speed range control
  • Under hood ventilation system
ELECTRICAL
  • Alarm, back-up
  • Alternator, 150 amp
  • Batteries, maintenance-free (4 - 1,000 CCA)
  • Electrical system, 24V
  • Light, warning unswitched (LED strobe)
  • Lighting system, halogen (front and rear)
  • Lighting, access stairway
  • Lighting, underhood
  • Starter, electric (heavy duty)
  • Ground level lockable master disconnect switch
  • Auxiliary jump start receptacle
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • Camera, rear vision
  • Air conditioner with roof-mounted condenser
  • Cab, sound-suppressed pressurized
  • Internal four-post rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS)
  • Radio ready for entertainment: – Antenna – Speakers – Converter (12V, 10-15 amp)
  • 12V power port for mobile phone or laptop connection
  • Radio, CB ready
  • Coat and hard hat hooks
  • Fingertip shifting controls
  • Flip-up armrest
  • Heater and defroster
  • Implement hydraulic lockout
  • Glass (window) - rubber mounted glass
  • Light, (dome) cab
  • Lunch box and beverage holders
  • Instrumentation, gauges: – Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/ EU Stage V) – Engine coolant temperature – Fuel level – Hydraulic oil temperature – Speedometer/tachometer – Torque converter temperature
  • Instrumentation, warning indicators: – Action alert system, three categories – Brake oil pressure – Electrical system, low voltage – Engine failure malfunction alert and action lamp – Parking brake status
  • Mirror, internal (panoramic)
  • Mirrors, heated, rearview (externally mounted)
  • Premium plus seat containing forced air heating and cooling, 2-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment, ride stiffness adjustment, dynamic end dampening, and leather finish
  • Seat belt with minder, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
  • Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) system with lockout
  • Sun visor, front
  • Tinted glass
  • Transmission gear (indicator)
  • Vital Information Management System (VIMS™): – Graphical information display – External data port – Customizable operator profiles
  • Wet-arm wipers/washers (front and rear)
  • Intermittent wipers (front and rear)
  • Precleaner, cab powered
  • Horn group (trumpet)
GUARDS
  • Guards, axle (front and rear)
  • Guard, cab window
  • Guard, driveshaft
  • Guards, crankcase and powertrain, hydraulically powered
  • Guard, differential (front and rear)
FLUIDS
  • Antifreeze, premixed 50% concentration extended life (–34° C/–29° F)
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  • Demand fan/swing out (hydraulic reversible)
  • Doors, service access (locking)
  • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, transmission, hydraulic tank
  • Emergency platform exit
  • Engine, crankcase, 500 hour interval with CJ-4 oil
  • Engine idle management features: – Auto idle kickdown – Delayed engine shutdown – Engine idle shutdown
  • Fire suppression ready
  • Fuel tank, 782 L (207 gal)
  • Hitch, drawbar with pin
  • Hoses, Cat XT™
  • Hydraulic, engine, and transmission oil coolers
  • Total hydraulic filtration system
  • Oil sampling valves
  • Oil change system, high speed
  • Steering, load sensing
  • Stairway, left and right rear access
  • Vandalism protection caplocks
  • Venturi stack
  • Fold-down exhaust stack for shipping
TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
  • Product Link™ – Cellular, Satellite
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
  • Engine: – Sound suppression
  • Engine precleaners - single stage
BLADES
  • Dozer arrangement (no blade)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
  • Striker bars
  • Wheels and tips: wheel arrangements – 7" combination tips
NOTE
  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
  • Radio, AM/FM/Aux/USB/Bluetooth®
  • Cat Compact SBAS Mapping (available through SITECH only)
  • Cat Compact RTK Mapping (available through SITECH only)
GUARDS
  • Guard – rear fan and grill
POWERTRAIN
  • Heater, engine coolant, 120V
  • Heater, engine coolant, 240V
SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
  • Engine precleaners – dual stage
MISCELLANEOUS
  • Plate – year of manufacture (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent only)
WHEELS AND CLEANER BARS
  • Striker bars with cleaner fingers
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
  • Stairway, swingout (LH & RH)

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