972
The Cat® 972 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies as a standard offering, boosting operator efficiencies and delivering increased productivity. Extended service intervals lower maintenance costs. Improved performance, reliability, durability, and versatility result in a machine that is better built to meet your needs.
Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 | 253 kW |
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Engine Model | Cat C9.3B |
Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 | 256 kW |
Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 239 kW |
Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1785 N·m |
Note (1) | Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Tier 4 Final, and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
Note (2) | The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. |
Displacement | 9.3 L |
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 1864 N·m |
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 1882 N·m |
Note (3) | Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and bio-fuels* with lower greenhouse gas emission impact: ? Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** ? Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels * Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or ?Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations? (SEBU6250) for details. ** For use of higher blends, consult your Cat dealer. |
Operating Weight | 24890 kg |
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Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJTL3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control,cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/openrear axles, power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression,and a 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. |
Bucket Range | 2.8-14.0 m³ 3.75-18.25 yd³ |
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Reverse - 4 | 39.5 km/h |
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Forward - 1 | 6.7 km/h |
Forward - 2 | 13.4 km/h |
Forward - 3 | 24.1 km/h |
Forward - 4 | 39.5 km/h |
Reverse - 1 | 7.3 km/h |
Reverse - 2 | 14.8 km/h |
Reverse - 3 | 26.6 km/h |
Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level* | 108 |
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With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 69 dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 109 dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) | 76 |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 70 dB(A) |
Note (1) | ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. |
Note (2) | ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note | Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. |
Breakout Force | 196 kN |
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Note (1) | For a machine configuration as defined under Weight. |
Note (2) | Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. |
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection | 35582 lb |
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection | 16297 kg |
DEF Tank | 26 l |
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Fuel Tank | 303 l |
Cooling System | 66 l |
Transmission | 58.5 l |
Differential - Final Drives - Front | 57 l |
Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 57 l |
Crankcase | 23 l |
Hydraulic Tank | 114 l |
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 31000 kPa |
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Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm | 373 l/min |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 10.7 seconds |
Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 2458 mm |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 1775 mm |
Ground Clearance | 424 mm |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 3531 mm |
Height - Top of Hood | 2850 mm |
Height - Top of ROPS | 3593 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 782 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 4804 mm |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 4183 mm |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 8069 mm |
Tread Width | 2230 mm |
Wheel Base | 3550 mm |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 49 degrees |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 71 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 37 degrees |
Width over Tires (Loaded) | 3012 mm |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 2458 mm |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 1775 mm |
Ground Clearance | 1.4 ft |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.7 ft |
Height - Top of Hood | 9.4 ft |
Height - Top of ROPS | 11 ft |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 682 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 14.7 ft |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 12.7 ft |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 25.5 ft |
Tread Width | 2230 mm |
Wheel Base | 11.8 ft |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 49 degrees |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 56 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 39 degrees |
Width over Tires (Loaded) | 3012 mm |
Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). |
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