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Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader

The Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed to handle a variety of tasks with ease. With a bucket capacity of 13 cubic yards and a maximum gross power of 322 horsepower, this wheel loader is equipped to handle heavy-duty jobs. Meeting industry standards for safety and performance, the 972K features advanced hydraulic systems and high operating weights for optimal performance in demanding conditions. Discover the capabilities and specifications of the Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader below.


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General Specifications

Axles

FrontFixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall20 in (50 cm)
RearOscillating ?13 degrees

Brakes

BrakesMeet OSHA SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards

Bucket

Bucket Capacities13 cu yd (10 cu m)

Cab

ROPS/FOPSMeets SAE and ISO standards

Engine

Bore5 in (11 cm)
Engine ModelCat C9.3 ACERT
Gross Power322 hp (240 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269288 hp (215 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric292 hp (218 kw)
Net Power288 hp (215 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249288 hp (215 kw)
Peak Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349985 lbs ft (1,335 nm)
Stroke6 in (15 cm)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down2.4 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position5.9 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.3 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4496 psi
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow79 gpm (300 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3000 psi
Pump Flow Capacity90 gpm (341 lpm)
Pump TypePISTON
Raise Time5.9 seconds
Relief Valve Setting4496 psi
Steering System - Pump TypePiston

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force44,075 lbs (19,992 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity17 gal (66 l)
Fuel Capacity101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity52 gal (198 l)
Operating Weight57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity13 gal (50 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System17 gal (66 l)
Crankcase7 gal (25 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front17 gal (64 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear17 gal (64 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic Tank52 gal (198 l)
Transmission13 gal (50 l)

Sound

StandardsStandards

Tires

TiresChoices

Transmission

Forward - 14 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 28 mph (13 kph)
Forward - 313 mph (21 kph)
Forward - 423 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Forward23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears4
Number of Reverse Gears4
Reverse - 15 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 29 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 315 mph (24 kph)
Reverse - 426 mph (42 kph)

Weights

Operating Weight57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)

  • Caterpillar 972Ks currently for sale
  • A Caterpillar 972K From Finning CAT for $565,000.00 USD
  • A Caterpillar 972K From Carter Machinery for $129,000.00 USD
  • A Caterpillar 972K From Toromont Cat for $112,000.00 USD
  • A 2012 Caterpillar 972K From Heavy Equipment, Loaders & Parts, Inc for $97,500.00 USD
  • A Caterpillar 972K From Michigan Cat for $89,900.00 USD





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