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Caterpillar 777G vs Caterpillar 797F

The Caterpillar 797F has about 290% more engine power (2983 kW (4000 hp) vs 765 kW (1026 hp)).

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Caterpillar Caterpillar 777G
Caterpillar 797 ultra-class mining haul truck
Caterpillar Caterpillar 797F
Operating weight ——
Engine power 765 kW (1026 hp)2983 kW (4000 hp)
Rated payload ≈90 t (100 US tons)≈363 t (400 US tons)
Gross power ≈765 kW (1,025 hp)≈2,983 kW (4,000 hp)
Drive Mechanical powershiftMechanical, 7-speed powershift
Engine —Cat C175-20, 20 cylinders
Gross machine weight —≈624 t (1,375,000 lb)
Tyres —59/80R63
Strengths
  • + Proven and widespread
  • + Good resale
  • + Huge payload with mechanical-drive efficiency on grades
  • + Compatible with Cat Command autonomy
  • + Global mining support network
Watch-outs
  • − Needs good haul roads
  • − Only economical in very large mines
  • − Tyre supply and cost are significant
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.