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Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 972G ➔

The Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader is a powerhouse of a machine, boasting a bucket breakout force of 51,210 lbs and a bucket capacity of 4.8 cubic yards. With a width over tires of 9.8 feet and a reach of 4.2 feet at max lift and dump, this loader is designed for efficiency and productivity in various construction and earthmoving applications. Powered by a 275 horsepower Caterpillar 3306DITA engine and featuring quick dump and raise times of 1.6 and 6.6 seconds respectively, the 972G offers impressive performance capabilities. Operating at a weight of 54,963.5 lbs and a static tipping weight of 40,397.6 lbs, this wheel loader is a reliable and robust choice for demanding tasks.

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General Specifications

Bucket

Breakout Force	51,210 lbs (23,228 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5 cu yd (4 cu m)
Bucket Width	11 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	11 ft (3 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	30 ft (9 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires	10 ft (3 m)

Engine

Displacement	641 cu in (10,501 cu cm)
Engine Model	3306DITA
Gross Power	265 hp (198 kw)
Net Power	275 hp (205 kw)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	1.6 seconds
Lower Time	1.8 seconds
Raise Time	6.6 seconds

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	108 gal (410 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	55 gal (207 l)
Operating Weight	54,964 lbs (24,931 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	40,398 lbs (18,324 kg)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

Caterpillar 972Gs currently for sale

A 2001 Caterpillar 972G From Newark Equipment Sales Corp. for $87,000.00 USD

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