Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 785 Off-Highway Truck is a heavy-duty vehicle designed for transporting large loads in rugged off-road conditions. With a impressive dump height of 36.8 feet and a heaped load capacity of 102.1 cubic yards, this truck offers exceptional performance and efficiency. Powered by a robust 1380 horsepower engine, the 785 boasts a maximum speed of 34.8 mph and a rated payload of 300,000 pounds. Its solid construction and advanced features make it a reliable and versatile choice for construction and mining applications.
Articulated/Rigid | R Starting 2023 Model Year |
Drive Configuration | 2WD Starting 2024 Model Year |
Engine Type | Cat 3512E Starting 2024 Model Year |
Mfg. Model | 785 Starting 2024 Model Year |
Operating Weight Pounds (Kgs) | 550,000 (249,476) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Planetary Powershift Transmission | Auto Starting 2024 Model Year |
Rated Payload Tons (Metric Tons) | 153 (139) Starting 2024 Model Year |
Dump Height | 37 ft (11 m) |
Overall Height | 19 ft (6 m) |
Overall Length | 36 ft (11 m) |
Overall Width | 22 ft (7 m) |
Wheelbase | 17 ft (5 m) |
Load Capacity - heaped | 102 cu yd (78 cu m) |
Load Capacity - Struck | 75 cu yd (57 cu m) |
Rated Payload | 300,000 lbs (136,078 kg) |
Displacement | 3,161 cu in (51,801 cu cm) |
Engine Model | 3512 |
Gross Power | 1,380 hp (1,029 kw) |
Net Power | 1,290 hp (962 kw) |
Fuel Capacity | 500 gal (1,893 l) |
Tire Size | 33.00-51 50PR (E-4) |
Brake/Hoist Hydraulic Tank | 300,000 gal (1,135,500 l) |
Max Speed | 35 mph (56 kph) |
Number of Gears - Forward | 6 |
Empty Weight | 212,422 lbs (96,353 kg) |
Loaded Weight | 549,906 lbs (249,433 kg) |
Weight Distribution Front - empty | 47% |
Weight Distribution Front - loaded | 33% |
Weight Distribution Rear - empty | 53% |
Weight Distribution Rear - loaded | 67% |