2022 Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders 966M

2022 Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders 966M

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  • Year 2022
  • Make Caterpillar
  • Model Medium Wheel Loaders
2022 Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders 966M

2022 Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders 966M

2022 Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders 966M

SEAMLESS PERFORMANCE MATCHED WITH SUPERIOR FUEL EFFICIENCY

The Cat® 972M XE Wheel Loader is the class leader in fuel efficiency and offers significantly lower long-term costs. This machine meets emission standards and is designed to improve fuel economy without interrupting performance. The reliability, durability, and versatility results in a machine that is better built to meet your needs.

UP TO 35% MORE FUEL EFFICIENT

Deep system integration of the Cat continuously variable transmission, engine system, hydraulic system, transmission and cooling system results in significantly increased performance and fuel efficiency.

UP TO 30% MORE PRODUCTIVE

Continuously variable transmission delivers smooth shifts, fast acceleration, and speed on grade. Machine is equipped with easy to load buckets and a PAYLOAD system.

UP TO 15% LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS

Extended service intervals save you time, money, and energy. Access to maintenance points is fast and easy.

Features may include:
  • superior Fuel Efficiency
  • achieve Greater Productivity
  • proven Reliability
  • long Term Value And Durability
  • technology That Gets Work Done
  • safely Home Every Day
  • save On Service And Maintenance
  • designed For Operators
  • purpose Built Specialty Models

Engine

Engine Manufacturer Cat
Engine Type Model: C9.3
Engine Power Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349: 276 HP | Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric: 315 HP | Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric: 280 HP | Net Power - ISO 9249: 276 HP | Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric: 311 HP | Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396: 307 HP | Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995: 311 HP | Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric: 280 HP | Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249: 276 HP
Engine Torque Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995: 1179 ft·lbf | Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396: 1166 ft·lbf | Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 rpm: 1126 ft·lbf
Displacement 568 in³
Emissions Tier 4/Stage IV

Drivetrain

Gear Ratios (overall) 1st Forward - 1: 4 mile/h
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd Forward - 2: 8.1 mile/h
Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd Forward - 3: 14.6 mile/h
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th Forward - 4: 24.5 mile/h
Gear Ratio (Reverse, Low) Reverse - 2: 8.9 mile/h | Reverse - 4: 24.5 mile/h | Reverse - 3: 16.1 mile/h | Reverse - 1: 4.4 mile/h

Operational

Cycle Time Hydraulic Total: 10.1 s
Operating Conditions Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection: 32329 lb | Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection: 34873 lb | Breakout Force: 38984 lbf

Performance

Noise Level With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008): 70 dB(A) | With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013): 76 dB(A) | With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008): 109 dB(A) | With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008): 69 dB(A) | With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008): 108 LWA

Hydraulics

Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston
Hydraulic Pump Implement System - Maximum Output at 2,200 rpm: 95 gal/min
Maximum Pressure Operating: 4496 psi

Dimensions

Dimensions Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch: 5.83 ft | Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift: 11.92 ft | Rack Back - Maximum Lift: 62 degrees | Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight: 7.17 ft | Rack Back at Ground: 42 degrees
Height Hinge Pin at Maximum Lift: 13.92 ft | Top of ROPS: 11.75 ft | Top of Exhaust Pipe: 11.58 ft | Hinge Pin Height at Carry: 2.08 ft | Top of Hood: 9.25 ft | Rack Back - Carry: 50 degrees
Width Tread: 7.33 ft | Maximum over Tires: 9.83 ft
Overall Length Without Bucket: 23.92 ft
Ground Clearance 1.42 ft
Wheelbase 11.67 ft

Capacities

Features Differential - Final Drives - Front: 15.1 gal (US) | Transmission: 14.3 gal (US) | Differential - Final Drives - Rear: 15.1 gal (US)
Volume Bucket: 4.19-9.68 yd³ (3.20-7.40 m³)
Oil capacity Crankcase: 6.5 gal (US)
Fuel Capacity Tank: 79.8 gal (US) | DEF Tank: 4.4 gal (US)
Cooling System 18.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Capacity Tank: 33 gal (US)

Weights

Weight, In Running Order 51176 lb

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