993K Caterpillar 993K Specifications & Technical Data (2012—2026)

Entry and Exit

Enter and exit the cab easily and safely with these newly designed, ergonomic features. 45 degree access stairway. Fold up STIC steer/arm rest.

Vims™ 3g

We have worked hard to help our customers and operators perform at their best through our Vital Information Management System (VIMS 3G). Easy-to-view Advisor Display features a large screen. Intuitive operation and easy navigation with our enhanced user interface. Decrease service time by keeping operators informed about machine system malfunction or operation.

Operator Profile

Operator comfort begins with personalized machine feature settings. Through our Advisor Display, an operator can instantly recall personalized profiles. Store up to 10 separate operator profiles through Advisor. Decrease setup time between operators by recalling personalized screen layouts.

Safety Improvements

We are constantly improving our products in an effort to provide a safe work environment for the operator and those who work on your job site.

Downtime Reduction

We can help you succeed by ensuring your 993K has design features to reduce your downtime. Longer service intervals on fluids and filters. Safe and convenient service with ground level or platform access and grouped service points. Swing-out doors on both sides of the engine compartment provide easy access to important daily service checks. Ecology drains for ease of service and prevention of spilling potential environmental contaminants. Centralized remote pressure taps. Reduce downtime with VIMS system notifications so your operators and technicians can resolve any problems before failure.

Cat C32 ACERT

The 993K utilizes a Cat C32 ACERT to provide the performance and efficiency customers demand. On-demand performance through the use of turbochargers and aftercoolers. High Torque Rise — 33% torque rise ensures high lugging forces during digging and acceleration in high rimpull conditions. Extended engine life and improved efficiency through reduced operating speed. Quick engine response through the use of electronic engine controls.

Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS)

Lower your cost per ton utilizing advanced ICTC and RCS for modulated rimpull. Reduce tire slippage and wear by modulating rimpull from 100 to 25 percent while depressing left pedal. After 25 percent rimpull is achieved the left pedal applies the brake. Reduce the potential for wheel slippage without reducing hydraulic efficiency with RCS. Improve fuel efficiency in certain applications with our lock-up clutch torque converter providing direct drive.

Filtration System

Benefit from extended performance and reliability of your hydraulic system with our advanced filtration system. Implement/fan case drain filters. Steering case drain filters. Implement, steering, brake and fan high pressure screens. Full flow implement return screens. Full flow fan/steering return filter. Pilot filtration. Extended life transmission filter. Front and rear axle oil filters.

Sound

Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors and windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. The machine sound power level is 116 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the standard machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine sound power level is 113 dB(A), measured according to the test procedures and conditions specified in ISO 6395:2008 for the sound suppressed machine configuration. The measurement was conducted at 70 percent of the maximum engine cooling fan speed.

Lift Arms

Your key to maximum uptime and productivity is our field-proven lift arms. Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through a Z-bar design. High load stresses are absorbed by the solid steel lift arms. Enhance strength in key pin areas through the use of one piece castings. Stress relieved lift arms increase durability and lengthen time to repair.

Steering and Transmission Integrated Control System (STIC)

Experience maximum responsiveness and control with STIC that combines directional selection, gear selection and steering into a single lever. Simple side-to-side motion turns machine right or left, minimizing operator movements. Easy to operate finger controlled gear selection. Smoother, faster cycles and less operator fatigue through the use of low effort integrated controls.

Positive Flow Control Hydraulics

Increase efficiency through our Positive Flow Control (PFC) Hydraulic System. PFC has concurrent pump and valve control. By optimizing pump control, hydraulic oil flow is proportionate to implement lever movement. Fast, productive cycles enabled by three electronically controlled, fully variable piston pumps. Increase bucket feel and control through increased hydraulic response. Consistent performance and efficiency with lower system heat.

Electro Hydraulic Controls

Operators increase productivity with our responsive implements feature. Operate comfortably through electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder stops. Handle easy-to-use soft detent controls. Conveniently set automatic implement kickouts from inside the cab.

Steering System

Confident loader operation starts with precise machine control enabled by the 993K’s load sensing hydraulic steering system. Increase efficiency with our variable displacement piston pump. Achieve precise positioning for easy loading in tight areas with 43 degrees of steering articulation. Enhance operator comfort with integrated steering and transmission control functions.

Payload Control System

Increase your efficiency with our Payload Control System 3.0. Quick payload weighs with on-the-go weighing. Comprehensive record accuracy of machine performance with up to 1,000 truck records with 25 different materials.

Cat Optimized Seat System

Enhance comfort and reduce operator fatigue with the Cat Optimized Seat System. High back design and extra thick, contoured cushions. Air suspension system. Easy-to-reach seat levers and controls for six way adjustments. Seat-mounted implement pod and STIC steer that moves with the seat. 76 mm (3 in) wide retractable seat belt.

Trainer Seat

Safely train other operators in comfort with our standard training seat. 76 mm (3 in) wide, retractable seat belt. Fold-down design with molded drink tray and storage.

Environment

Your operator’s productivity is enhanced with our clean, comfortable cab environment. Experience reduced vibrations from viscous cab mounts and seat air suspension. Maintain desired cab temperature with automatic temperature controls. Pressurized cab with filtered air. Sound level reduced to a quiet 70 dB(A).

Detect

Detect helps increase operator awareness, enhancing safety at your operation. It includes a range of capabilities designed to assist the operator with areas of limited visibility around fixed and mobile equipment.

Visibility

Optional pull down window shade and heated mirrors ensure extended visibility for safe operation.Cat Detect with Object Detection System (rearview camera and radar) or Vision (rearview camera) option increases operator awareness around the machine.Lighting packages provide excellent workspace visibility.Cab mounted LED warning beacons.

Operator Environment

Low vibrations to the operator with viscous cab mounts and seat air suspension.Low interior sound levels.Operator training seat facilitates safe new operator training.Standard 76 mm (3 in) seat belts on the operator seat and operator training seat.

Cat Advansys Ground Engaging Tools

Protect expensive components. Reduce your operating costs. Get the most out of your machine’s performance. Choose from a variety of performance-built Advansys GET like these to meet your application requirements.

Bucket Selection

Selection of the right bucket width depends on penetration requirements and the loading target. Bucket sizes are matched to truck bed capacities for optimum loading efficiency and greater productivity.