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Caterpillar 793 (04) vs Hitachi EH4000AC-3
Published specs and dimensions of two rigid haul trucks side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 793 (04) is 575 lb (261 kg) lighter, 5 ft 5 in (1,658 mm) narrower and 2 ft 6 in (750 mm) shorter than the Hitachi EH4000AC-3.
- Gross power: 1,801 kW / 2,415 hp (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 1,864 kW / 2,500 hp (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Hitachi EH4000AC-3 is higher.
- Rated payload: 232,239 kg / 512,000 lb (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 221,000 kg / 487,222 lb (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Caterpillar 793 (04) is higher.
- Turning / clearance circle diameter: 29,361 mm / 96 ft 4 in (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 30,200 mm / 99 ft 1 in (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Hitachi EH4000AC-3 is higher.
- Displacement: 78 L / 4,760 cu in (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 60 L / 3,661 cu in (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Caterpillar 793 (04) is higher.
- Max travel speed: 54.2 km/h / 33.7 mph (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 56 km/h / 34.8 mph (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Hitachi EH4000AC-3 is higher.
- Fuel tank capacity: 4,353 L / 1,150 gal (Caterpillar 793 (04)) vs 2,680 L / 708 gal (Hitachi EH4000AC-3); Caterpillar 793 (04) is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 793 (04) specs Hitachi EH4000AC-3 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 793 (04) Trailer fit: Hitachi EH4000AC-3
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 793 (04) | Hitachi EH4000AC-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Max gross (laden) weight | ≈ 383,739 kg | 384,000 kg |
| Empty (chassis + body) weight | Not published | 163,000 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | ≈ 13,640 mm | 14,390 mm |
| Overall width | ≈ 7,672 mm | 9,330 mm |
| Overall height | ≈ 6,806 mm | Not published |
| Overall height, body raised | ≈ 13,692 mm | Not published |
| Loading height (empty) | ≈ 6,172 mm | Not published |
| Wheelbase | ≈ 5,867 mm | Not published |
| Turning radius | Not published | Not published |
| Turning / clearance circle diameter | ≈ 29,361 mm | ≈ 30,200 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Tire size | 40.00R 57 | 46/90R57 |
| Engine | ||
| Drive system | Mechanical drive: planetary power shift transmission (6 forward speeds per transmission table) | Electric AC drive (Hitachi AC drive system) |
| Engine model | Cat 3516E | Cummins QSKTA60-CE |
| Gross power | ≈ 1,801 kW | 1,864 kW |
| Net power | ≈ 1,694 kW | Not published |
| Displacement | ≈ 78 L | 60 L |
| Rated speed | 1,750 rpm | 1,900 rpm |
| Fuel tank capacity | ≈ 4,353 L | 2,680 L |
| Performance | ||
| Rated payload | ≈ 232,239 kg | ≈ 221,000 kg |
| Body capacity (heaped) | Not published | 154 m³ |
| Body capacity (struck) | Not published | 106 m³ |
| Max travel speed | ≈ 54.2 km/h | 56 km/h |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 793 (04): Cat 793 (04) mining truck, Cat 3516E engine, 256 US ton nominal payload, 6-speed mechanical drive, 40.00R57 tires
Hitachi EH4000AC-3: Hitachi EH4000AC-3 AC-drive rigid mining haul truck, Cummins QSKTA60-CE engine, 221 t payload, 46/90R57 tires