Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 992K Wheel Loader is a powerful and efficient machine designed for heavy-duty construction and earthmoving tasks. With a bucket breakout force of 128,895 lbs and a bucket capacity of 16 cu yd, this machine is capable of handling large loads with ease. Equipped with a Cat C32 engine delivering gross power of 900 hp, the 992K ensures reliable performance in even the toughest job sites. Meeting safety standards with its ROPS/FOPS cab design and hydraulic system specifications, this wheel loader is a top choice for productivity and operator comfort.
| Bucket Capacity | 9.7 - 19.5 (7.4 - 14.9) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 14.0 - 16.0 (10.7 - 12.2) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 814 (307) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Power hp (kw) | 814 (307) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C32 Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 14.8 (4.5) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft.( m) | 7.8 (2.4) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 220,089 (99,831) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 220,089 (99,831) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 136,365 61,854) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) | 14.2 / 15.4 mph Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Front | Fixed |
| Oscillation Angle | 10 8 with Stops - DEGREES |
| Rear | Oscillating |
| Brakes | Meets SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450:1992 |
| Breakout Force | 128,895 lbs (58,466 kg) |
| Bucket Capacities | 16 cu yd (12 cu m) |
| Bucket Capacity - heaped | 16 cu yd (12 cu m) |
| Bucket Capacity - struck | 14 cu yd (11 cu m) |
| Bucket Width | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Cab - ROPS/FOPS | Meets SAE and ISO standards. |
| ROPS/FOPS | Meets SAE and ISO standards |
| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Height - Top of Cab | 19 ft (6 m) |
| Length with Bucket on Ground | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Wheel Base Length | 19 ft (6 m) |
| Wheelbase | 19 ft (6 m) |
| Width Over Tires | 18 ft (6 m) |
| Bore | 6 in (14 cm) |
| Displacement | 9 cu in (139 cu cm) |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final |
| Engine Model | Cat C32 with ACERT Technology |
| Gross Power | 900 hp (671 kw) |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 904 hp (674 kw) |
| Make | Cat |
| Net Power | 814 hp (607 kw) |
| Number of Cylinders | 12 |
| Power Measured @ | 1750 rpm |
| Stroke | 6 in (16 cm) |
| Dump | 1.8 seconds |
| Lower Float Down | 3.7 seconds |
| Rack Back | 4.4 seconds |
| Raise | 9.4 seconds |
| Total Hydraulic Cycle Time | 14.9 seconds |
| Relief Valve Setting | 4500 psi |
| Lift Cylinder - Bore | 11 in (28 cm) |
| Lift Cylinder - Stroke | 45 in (115 cm) |
| Lift/Tilt System - Circuit | Positive Flow Control |
| Lift/Tilt System - Pump | Variable Displacement Piston |
| Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt | 4500 psi |
| Tilt Cylinder - Bore | 11 in (27 cm) |
| Tilt Cylinder - Stroke | 81 in (205 cm) |
| Steering Cut Off Pressure | 4500 psi |
| Steering Cycle Times - High Idle | 4.4 seconds |
| Steering Cycle Times - Low Idle | 6.4 seconds |
| Steering System - Circuit | Pilot Load Sensing |
| Steering System - Pump | Piston Variable Displacement |
| Lift Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke | 45 in (115 cm) |
| Relief Valve Setting | 4500 psi |
| Relief Valve Setting - Low Idle | 4500 psi |
| Tilt Cylinder, Double Acting - Stroke | 81 in (205 cm) |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 150 amps |
| Breakout Force | 128,895 lbs (58,466 kg) |
| Bucket Capacity Range | 14 - 16 yd |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 77 gal (291 l) |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 32 gal (121 l) |
| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 95 gal (360 l) |
| Fuel Capacity | 413 gal (1,563 l) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 volts |
| Operating Weight | 214,948 lbs (97,499 kg) |
| Rated Bucket Capacity | 14-16 cu yd (11-12 cu m) |
| Rated Payload - High Lift | 42,000 lbs (19,051 kg) |
| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 91 gal (344 l) |
| Static Tipping Weight | 113,450 lbs (51,460 kg) |
| Tire Size | 45/65 45 |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 45 gal (170 l) |
| Cooling System | 77 gal (291 l) |
| Cooling Systems | 77 gal (291 l) |
| Crankcase | 32 gal (121 l) |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 95 gal (360 l) |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 91 gal (344 l) |
| Engine Crankcase | 32 gal (121 l) |
| Fuel Tank | 413 gal (1,563 l) |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | 413 gal (1,563 l) |
| Transmission | 45 gal (170 l) |
| Tires | Choose from a variety of tires to match your application. |
| Converter Drive - Forward 1 | 4 mph (7 kph) |
| Converter Drive - Forward 2 | 8 mph (12 kph) |
| Converter Drive - Forward 3 | 13 mph (21 kph) |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 1 | 5 mph (7 kph) |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 2 | 8 mph (13 kph) |
| Converter Drive - Reverse 3 | 14 mph (22 kph) |
| Direct Drive - Forward 1 | Lock-up Disabled |
| Direct Drive - Forward 2 | 8 mph (13 kph) |
| Direct Drive - Forward 3 | 14 mph (23 kph) |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 1 | 5 mph (8 kph) |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 2 | 9 mph (14 kph) |
| Direct Drive - Reverse 3 | 15 mph (25 kph) |
| Forward - 1 | 4 mph (7 kph) |
| Forward - 2 | 7 mph (12 kph) |
| Forward - 3 | 13 mph (20 kph) |
| Max Speed - Forward | 13 mph (21 kph) |
| Max Speed - Reverse | 14 mph (22 kph) |
| Number of Forward Gears | 3 |
| Number of Reverse Gears | 3 |
| Reverse - 1 | 5 mph (8 kph) |
| Reverse - 2 | 8 mph (13 kph) |
| Reverse - 3 | 14 mph (22 kph) |
| Transmission Type | Planetary powershift |