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Caterpillar 797F vs Hitachi EH5000AC-3

The Caterpillar 797F has about 48% more engine power (2983 kW (4000 hp) vs 2013 kW (2699 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Hitachi in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar 797 ultra-class mining haul truck
Caterpillar Caterpillar 797F
Hitachi mining excavator loading haul trucks in a coal mine
Hitachi Hitachi EH5000AC-3
Operating weight ——
Engine power 2983 kW (4000 hp)2013 kW (2699 hp)
Rated payload ≈363 t (400 US tons)≈296 t (326 US tons)
Gross power ≈2,983 kW (4,000 hp)≈2,013 kW (2,700 hp)
Engine Cat C175-20, 20 cylinders—
Gross machine weight ≈624 t (1,375,000 lb)—
Drive Mechanical, 7-speed powershiftHitachi AC drive
Tyres 59/80R63—
Typical loading tool —Hitachi EX5600 / EX8000 shovels
Strengths
  • + Huge payload with mechanical-drive efficiency on grades
  • + Compatible with Cat Command autonomy
  • + Global mining support network
  • + In-house AC drive and control systems
  • + Hybrid trolley capability
  • + Matched to Hitachi shovels
Watch-outs
  • − Only economical in very large mines
  • − Tyre supply and cost are significant
  • − Smaller global fleet than Cat or Komatsu equivalents
Full 797F reviewFull EH5000AC-3 review

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.