The Caterpillar 826B compactor was introduced in 1971. It was manufactured in the USA only.

[edit] Features

The 826B has a D343 turbocharged, after-cooled engine producing 310 flywheel horsepower (FWHP). It has a powershift transmission with electric start. It comes standard with four-wheel drive, rollover protection system, and chopper wheels.

The 826B was given a 58U serial number prefix.

[edit] Modifications

In 1972 Caterpillar modified the chopper wheels, beginning with 58U00139.

Production of 826B ended in 1978; it was replaced by the Caterpillar 826C.

Based on data from the sales database of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, it is estimated that more than 1,500 Caterpillar 826B compactors have been produced.

Highest Serial #

USA
58U	01595
Total = 1,595