Caterpillar Asia Pacific

Acting for and including:

Caterpillar of Australia Pty Ltd
A.B.N. 97 004 332 469
Caterpillar Asia Pte Ltd
Caterpillar China Limited
Caterpillar India Pte Ltd
Caterpillar SARL, Singapore Branch

7 Tractor Road
Singapore 627968

Telephone: 65-6662 8333

Facsimile: 65-6662 8302
March 12 , 2003

PA No: 03 / 03 R1 (Australasia)

To: All Dealer Sales Managers

All District Managers and Field
Representatives of Caterpillar Asia Pacific

Announcing the Caterpillar 797B Mining Truck

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Caterpillar Global Mining Asia Pacific is pleased to announce the availability of the 797B Mining
Truck for sale into the territory. The 797B replaces the 797 with changes aimed at reducing the
cost per tonne.

The attached NPI Marketing Bulletin has been designed to provide essential product and product
support related information to support your NPI activities. The electronic version of this 797B
NPI Marketing Bulletin together with the Specalog, price list and other sales support information is
also available on Asia Pacific Net (APD Net – https://apd.cat.com)

Please share this information immediately with you respective operational groups. We wish you
every success in introducing the 797B to your customers.

Very truly yours,

Manager Manager
Product Australasia Region
Andrew Mason-Jefferies Mark C. Schoeneman
Tel: (65) 6662 8481 Tel: (65) 6662 8540
Fax: (65) 6662 8452 Fax: (65) 6662 8332
NPI Caterpillar Asia Pacific
New Product Introduction Marketing Bulletin
March 12, 2003
PA No: 03 / 03 R1
(Australasia)

The Caterpillar 797B Mining Truck

Marketing Strategy

Caterpillar introduced the 797 Mining Truck in 1998. Developed in response to mining companies
seeking a means to reduce cost per tonne in large-scale mining operations, the 797B is sized to
work efficiently with large loading tools. The updated model features an increase in nominal
payload from 326 to 345 tonnes (360 to 380+ U.S. tons) with a standard flat floor body. To further
optimize payload, Caterpillar’s Mine Specific Design (MSD) Team can customise a body to
specifically match body design to the loading tool and material being hauled.

What’s New?

524B HD Engine An increase in engine power from 2,540 to 2,648 kW (3,400 to 3,550
horsepower) allows the “B” model to maintain the same performance
capabilities as the 797A and reduce the hauling cost per tonne by 3 to 5
percent. The 797B uses a 3524B High Displacement engine that is EPA Tier
1 non-road emissions certified.

Gross Machine The 797B is the largest of the extensive Caterpillar off-highway truck line.
Operating Weight The 797B has a design operating weight of 623,690 kg (1,375,000 lbs) –
about 14,000 kg (30,000lb) more than the previous model
59/80R63 Tyres Contributing to the increased weight are the new, higher capacity 59/80R63
tyres, which allow for the increase in gross machine operating weight. The
new tyres have a rated load of 104 tonnes (115 tons) compared to the 102
tonnes (112 tons) capacity of the former 58/80R63 tyres. The 59/80R63 is
available from both Michelin and Bridgestone.

Braking and To ensure productive and reliable performance at the greater GMW, braking
Steering Capacity and steering capacity have been increased on the 797B. Parking brake
capacity has also been increased to accommodate the greater weight. Larger
steering cylinders, new design steering arm and T-bar castings, and increased
accumulator capacity ensure responsive and reliable steering on rough haul
roads. The 797B steering and braking systems were designed, tested and
certified to meet or exceed stringent ISO, SAE and British Columbia
certification requirements. The steering and braking of the 797B is certified
within Caterpillar’s 10/10/20 payload management guidelines.

Structures The 797B frame has been redesigned to provide additional strength and
weight reduction. The frame is well suited to be the backbone of the 797B
for many years of operation.

Serviceability The 797 was designed for easy accessibility to major components to reduce
service time and maximise availability. Since its introduction, Caterpillar
continues to improve serviceability with many new serviceability
enhancements included with the 797B model.

Specification Comparison Chart

A competitive specification chart is attached to this bulletin. Refer to Appendix 1.

Source and Serial Number Prefix

The sole manufacturing source for the 797B Mining Truck will be Decatur plant in Illinois, U.S.A.
The serial number prefix for the 797B is “JSM”.

Pricing / Availability
The 797B is now commercially available worldwide. Pricing of the base machine will be issued
on a customer-by-customer basis. Please contact your Caterpillar Global Mining sales
representative for availability and base truck pricing. The electronic price list is now available on
the Asia Pacific Net (https://apd.cat.com).

Parts Availability
The Parts Consumption List (PCL) for the 797B can be obtained from Asia Distribution Center
(ADC) in Singapore or Melbourne Distribution Center (MDC) in Melbourne. You may also
contact ADC or MDC for parts availability.
Marketing Support Materials

Materials Date Available Form No.

797B Interim Spec-a-log May 2002 AEHQ9028-03
797B Salesgram December 2002 TELQ3770
59/80R63 Salesgram January 2003 TBA
797B Press Release May 2002 N/A
59/80R63 Press Release May 2002 N/A
797B Cab Feature Module December 2002 AEDK0315
797B 3524 HD Engine Feature Module February 2003 TBA
797B Power Train Feature Module March 2003 TBA
797B Specalog January 2003 AEHQ5511
797B Space Advert April 2003 TBA
797B Product Bulletin January 2003 TBA
797B Promo Kit with CD May 2003 TBA
797B Sales Kit May 2003 TBA
797B Intro Video October 2003 TBA
797B vs T282 Competitive Bulletin August 2003 TBA
797B vs 930E II Competitive Bulletin August 2003 TBA
797B vs MT5500 Competitive Bulletin December 2003 TBA

A Product Presentation on the 797B (along with this NPI Product Bulletin) will be made available
through Asia-Pacific Net NPI section (https://apd.cat.com/infocast/frames/product/npi/)

Sales Training
Requests should be directed to the Mining Sales Representatives for specific sales training
requirements.

Service Training
Service training will be completed by Caterpillar during the assembly and commissioning process.
Product Support and Service Materials
A tooling list is attached to this bulletin. Service Training for the 797B will be provided as
required. The following product support and service information is accessible on SIS Web:

Materials Date Available Form No.

Fan Drive Hydraulic system, Specifications / Systems May 2002 RENR2571
Operation / Testing & Adjusting
Fan Drive Hydraulic System, Specifications / Systems May 2002 RENR2571
Operation / Testing & Adjusting
Power Train, Specifications October 2002 RENR2574
Power Train, Systems Operation June 2002 RENR2575
Power Train, Testing & Adjusting July 2002 RENR2576
Steering System, Specifications May 2002 RENR2578
Steering System, Systems Operation / Testing & Adjusting November 2002 RENR2579
Braking System, Specifications October 2002 RENR2580
Braking System, Systems Operation / Testing & Adjusting July 2002 RENR2581
Air System, Specifications / Systems Operation / Testing May 2002 RENR2582
& Adjusting
Suspension Cylinders, Specifications May 2002 RENR2583
Suspension Cylinders, Systems Operation/Testing & May 2002 RENR2584
Adjusting
Hydraulic Systems, Specifications May 2002 RENR2585
Hydraulic Systems, Systems Operation/Testing & May 2002 RENR2586
Adjusting
Hydraulic Schematic July 2002 RENR2587
Auto Lubrication Manual May 2002 RENR2589
3524B Engine, Specifications May 2002 RENR2273
3524B Engine, Systems Operation / Testing & Adjusting May 2002 RENR2274
3524B Engine, Troubleshooting December 2002 RENR2275
3524B Engine, Disassembly & Assembly November 2002 RENR2276
3524B Engine Supplement, Disassembly & Assembly TBA RENR2573
Power Train, Disassembly & Assembly TBA RENR2577
Machine Systems, Disassembly & Assembly TBA RENR2588
Operation and Maintenance Manual June 2002 SEBU7651
797B Truck Chassis Electronic Control Module July 2002 RENR2676
797B Brake Cooling Electronic Control System TBA RENR2677
797B Transmission Electronic Control System July 2002 RENR2678
Special Instruction - 797 and 797B Transmission Bench January 2003 REHS1346
Test Procedure.
797B Electrical Schematic TBA RENR2620
VIMS for Off-Highway Trucks May 2002 RENR2630
VIMS for Truck Payload May 2002 RENR2635
797B Parts Manual December 2002 SEBP3432
Warranty
Caterpillar standard warranty applies.

Additional Information
For additional information, please contact:

Jim Callahan Product Specialist – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9335

Peter Brewster Product & Technical Support Manager – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9208
Phil Kelliher Commercial Manager – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9216
Shawn Martin Mining Sales Representative – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9226
Jim Starr Mining Sales Representative – Brisbane +61 7 3717 2605
Y C Chong Mining Sales Representative – Jakarta +62 21 780 2114
Joe Tanner MARC Consultant – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9433
Kay Kiehle Service Engineer – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9309
CS Cheong Asia Distribution Center (ADC) – Singapore +65 6660 1603
Tony Arena Melbourne Distriution Center (MDC) – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9204
Steve Fiddy Treasury & Orders – Melbourne +61 3 9953 9208
David Carletti New Product Introduction (NPI) +65 66628 481
Basic Specification Comparison

Manufacturer Caterpillar® Komatsu Liebherr Terex

Model 797B 930E-3 T282 MT5500
GMW 623,690kg 498,952 kg 566,300 kg 543,311 kg
Maximum Payload 3631 tonnes 290 tonnes 363 tonnes 327 tonnes
Capacity – Struck SAE 173 m3 171 m3 122 m3 158 m3
Capacity – Heaped SAE2:1 220 m3 211 m3 183 m3 218 m3
Distribution (Empty) - Front 43.5% 49.3% 45.0% 48.0%
Distribution (Empty) – Rear 56.5% 50.7% 55.0% 52%
Distribution (Loaded) - Front 33.3% 33.3% 33.3% 33.3%
Distribution (Loaded) - Rear 66.7% 66.7% 66.7% 66.7%
Engine Manufacturer Caterpillar® Cummins MTU/DDC2 Cummins3
Engine Model 3524B HD QSK60 / 16V4000 QSK60
EUI SSDA16V160
No Cylinders 24 16 16 16
Bore 170 mm 159 mm 165 mm 159 mm
Stroke 215 mm 190 mm 190 mm 190 mm
Displacement 117 litres 60 litres 65 litres 60 litres
Flywheel Power 2,513 kW 1,902 kW 1,848 kW 1,847 kW
Gross Power 2,648 kW 2,014 kW 2,013 kW 2,014 kW
Standard Tyres 59/80R63 53/80R63 55/80R63 55/80R63
Fuel Tank Refill Capacity 6,814 litres 4,542 litres 4,735 litres 3,030 litres
Dimensions – Empty
Height to top of canopy 7.584 m 7.370 m 7.400 m 7.670 m
Wheelbase 7.200 m 6.350 m 6.553 m 6.650 m
Overall length 14.530 m 15.600 m 14.478 m 14.780 m
Loading Height 7.083 m 7.060 m 6.452 m 6.860 m
Height at full dump 15.292 m 14.020 m 13.945 m 13.440 m
Operating Width 9.154 m 9.380 m 8.700 m 9.450 m
Propulsion System Caterpillar General Siemens / General
Manufacturer Electric Liebherr Atomics
Propulsion System Type Mechanical AC Electric AC Electric AC Electric

1
Refer to the “EMW and Target Payload configurator” for actual payload rating.
2
Optional engine Cummins QSK60
3
Optional engine MTU/DDC 16V4000
Special Tooling