October 6, 2006

2004-41.U/C

Announcing the 772 Off Highway Truck

Marketing Strategy Caterpillar announces the 772 off-highway truck. With a nominal
payload of 50-tons, the 772 is a new edition to the Q&CT product line-up. This truck
provides an excellent 4-pass match to a 988H and a 4-5 pass match to the 385 ME. In
addition, this new model fills a 50-ton gap left when the 773B grew to 60 tons.
The features on the 772 include a revolutionary center-mounted cab, a new C18 engine
with ACERT Technology, and greatly improved access and egress. The 772 was
designed to lower customers cost per ton, meet regulatory requirements, and provide
the operator with a safe, comfortable, and more productive work environment.

Enhancements
C18 Engine
The 772 has the CAT C18 Engine with
ACERT Technology, which will deliver
the performance, reliability and durability
customers have come to expect from
Caterpillar. The C18 engine is designed to
extend the service intervals from 250
hours to 500 hours. A newly designed
block adds structural strength, while a
reengineered cylinder head delivers
improved airflow.

C18 with ACERT Technology Meets EPA Tier 3 Emissions

535 net Hp; 598 gross Hp.
Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) is now standard for up to 15% faster speeds
New hydraulic demand fan for better fuel economy, lower fan generated noise, and
improved performance
Improved fuel efficiency
Next Generation Modular Radiator (NGMR) cooling system for better resistance to
plugging, simplified cleaning and the ability to remove one core at a time

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New Operator Station

The 772 has an all-new operator station, designed to provide superior operator comfort
and control. The operator station delivers:

All new center-mounted cab, provides additional room and vast improvements in
operator comfort
Operator seat moved to center and trainer seat to left for walk-in access
Increased storage room
52 percent more glass area
14 in wider cab and provides 8 percent more interior volume
A new ergonomic design and layout of controls to provide increased productivity and
reduced operator fatigue.
Caterpillar Comfort Seat with improved comfort, support and durability.
Integrated stairway access system allows the operator to easily enter and exit the
truck.
An optional camera system, which provides visibility to the rear of the truck through
a 7-inch LCD color monitor in the cab. (Will not be offered at 1st production.)
Optional Heated mirror

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Superior Access & Egress

Stairway access to operator station and service platform.

Convenient daily service access with hinged panel to access engine air filter, oil
check and fill.
Integrated window cleaning platforms
Lighted access to cab

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New Information and Monitoring Systems

Dash Instrument Cluster

Messenger Display Unit

Entirely redesigned gauge cluster which is easier to read and is more informative. The
772 comes standard with Cat Messenger, providing real-time machine performance and
diagnostic data. Optional payload monitoring available through the standard Messenger
display.

Other Changes

All hydraulic brakes replace air brakes from previous model. Brake actuation use to
be air, it is now hydraulic which allowed for the removal of the air compressor as well
as the air lines to the brakes.
Product Link On Board Communications will be available from the factory
Five liner options for both dual-slope and flat-floor bodies to match application
specific customer needs
Caterpillar will now offer a rubber liner option, which provides superior wear
resistance and operator comfort through reduced impact and noise.
Body structural improvements such as a stronger floor structure, front wall
improvements, and improved sidewall-floor joint
Three - Point operator restraint
Electrical lockouts at ground level
Standard on-board QuickEvac system for simpler, faster oil changes
AC is standard

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Specifications - 772
Gross Vehicle Weight

181,000 lb

Body Hoists

Chassis

55,171 lb

Pump Flow High Idle

136 gal/min

Nominal Payload

50 tons

Relief Valve Setting - Raise

2,500 psi

Engine Model

C18

Relief Valve Setting - Raise

500 psi

Gross Power

598 hp

Net Power

535 hp

Suspension

Number of Cylinders

Effective cylinder stroke -front

9.2 in

Peak Torque

1,988 lb ft

Effective cylinder stroke -rear

5.9 in

Bore

5.7 in

Rear axle oscillation

5.4 0

Stroke

7.2 in

Standard Tires

21.00R33 (E4)

Displacement

1,105 in

Steering
Steering Standards

Transmission (speeds)

SAE J1511

Forward 1

8.0 mph

ISO 5010

Forward 2

11.0 mph

Forward 3

14.9 mph

Forward 4

20.0 mph

Forward 5

27.1 mph

Forward 6

36.5 mph

Brake Surface Front

216 in2

Forward 7

49.5 mph

Brake Surface Rear

7,794 in2

Reverse

10.5 mph

Steer Angle

36.0 degrees

Brakes

Weight Distribution, Empty

Front Axle

48%

140 gal

Rear Axle

52%

Cooling System

30 gal

Weight Distribution, Loaded

Crankcase

16 gal

Front Axle

34%

Differentials and Final Drives

22 gal

Rear Axle

66%

Steering Tank

9 gal

Body Capacities (100% Fill Factor)

Steering System (Includes

Tank)

15 gal

Dual Slope - Struck

31.7 yds

Brake/Hoist Hydraulic Tank

35 gal

Dual Slope - Heaped 2:1 (SAE)

40.8 yds

Brake Hoist System

73 gal

Flat Floor - Struck

30.5 yds

14 gal

Flat Floor - Heaped 2:1 (SAE)

41.0 yds

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Refill Capacity
(Standard)

Torque Converter / Transmission

Sump
Torque Converter/Transmission
System (includes sump)
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Ordering Guide
Serial Number Prefix The new serial number prefix for the 772 is RLB.
Production - The source of the 772 is Decatur, Illinois. Initial production of the 772 is
expected to begin in January 2007.
Pricing Trade discount on this model will be 41.0%. A 2% cash discount is
applicable, if earned.
Sales Support and Training Materials
Title

Media Number

Available

772 Specalog

AEHQ

11/1/2006

Product Support Materials and Training - Service Manual, Parts Book, Operation and
Maintenance Manual will be available at first production, June 2006.
New tooling required - No new tooling is required.
Parts availability - At shipment, Caterpillar will have a 30-day supply of 95% of the
serviceable part numbers, and at least one of each serviceable part number will be in
the parts system.
Warranty The standard Caterpillar warranty applies; 6 months, unlimited hours.

Additional Information
NACD / Product Group contacts For product or application questions, contact one
of the following:
Jason Rhoades

NACD Quarry & Construction Truck

Sales Support

309-675-1026

Dave Ellington

772 Marketing Support

217-475-4592

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