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CAT 986H VS Tata Hitachi TH 86 L Comparison

CAT 986H

CAT 986H

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Tata Hitachi TH 86 L

Tata Hitachi TH 86 L

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CAT 986H

CAT 986H

16L

Tata Hitachi TH 86 L

Tata Hitachi TH 86 L

30L

Engine

Model
Caterpillar
TATA 497 TCIC
Engine Make
Cat C15 ACERT
Tata Motors
Engine Type
Turbocharged diesel with ACERT technology
4-stroke, water-cooled, turbocharged diesel
Gross Power
335 HP
64 HP
Net Power
305 HP
63 HP
Engine Power
409 HP
86 HP
Engine Displacement
15200 L
2950 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
4 nos
Rated RPM
1800 rpm
2200 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Emission Standard
Tier 2 / Stage II
BS-II
Max Torque
2320 Nm
330 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Cat planetary power‑shift
Power shift / mechanical transmission
Drive Type
4WD
4 wheel drive
Torque Converter Type
Torque converter with lock‑up
Single-stage
Gear Box Type
Power shift
Planetary type
Differential Type
Conventional differential with limited slip
Limited-slip differential

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load‑sensing hydraulic system
Open-center hydraulic system
Pump Type
Variable displacement piston pumps
Gear pump
Max Pump Flow
200 L/min
106 L/min
System Pressure
276 bar
160 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
200 L/min
106 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
276 bar
160 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Multi‑disc, oil‑cooled
Hydraulic oil-immersed multi-disc
Parking Brake Type
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Manual drum brake
Steering Type
Load‑sensing articulated steering
Full hydraulic articulated steering
Steering Angle
70 deg
38 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Fixed
Rigid drive axle
Rear Axle Type
Trunnion (oscillating)
Oscillating drive axle
Oscillation Angle
12.5 deg
12 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary final drives
Planetary reduction

Speed

Top Forward Speed
39 km/h
36 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
25 km/h
16 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
9000 mm
5200 mm
Overall Width
3500 mm
2100 mm
Overall Height
4110 mm
3120 mm
Height Over Cab
4100 mm
3120 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3000 mm
3180 mm
Wheel Base
3810 mm
2500 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
3075 mm
280 mm
Width Over Tyres
3500 mm
2100 mm
Wheel Tread
2700 mm
1650 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
7500 mm
4400 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
8500 mm
4950 mm
Tyre Size
29.5R25
16/70-20

Performance

Bucket Capacity
5 Cu.m
1.2 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3500 mm
2100 mm
Payload
12700 kg
1500 kg
Static Tipping Load
25000 kg
2700 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
25506 kg
2400 kg
Max Breakout Force
140 kN
45 kN
Dump Height
3070 mm
2600 mm
Dumping Reach
1200 mm
800 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
40 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
50 deg
50 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
60 deg
55 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4900 mm
3000 mm
Max Digging Depth
NA mm
120 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
5
1.2
Bucket Width
3500
2100

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital monitor display
Analog gauges
Seat Type
Adjustable suspension seat
Adjustable suspension seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
No
Noise Level
76 db(A)
85 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
24V V/Ah
12V / 120 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
115 A
70 A
Lighting Type
Halogen
Halogen

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
No
Eco Mode
Yes
No
GPS & Telematics
No
No
Remote Diagnostics
No
No
Warranty
3000 Hours
2000 Hours

CAT 986H

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Pros

  • Large 409 hp engine with ~2320 Nm torque provides strong performance in heavy-duty loading and material handling tasks
  • Bucket range up to ~10.3 m³ makes it suitable for quarry, mining, and bulk material applications.
  • High operating weight (~43.7 t) ensures stability and durability under tough conditions.

Tata Hitachi TH 86 L

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Pros

  • With an operating weight of about 7.5 tons, the loader is suitable for small construction sites and narrow work areas.
  • The 86 HP engine provides a balance between performance and fuel consumption.
  • The 1.0–1.2 m³ bucket allows efficient handling of sand, gravel, soil, and aggregates.