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Caterpillar Wheel Loader 966 | 23.1 ton

Caterpillar Wheel Loader 966 | 23.1 ton

Weights & Operating Specs

The machine is designed for stability and high breakout forces, even when working with dense materials.
Operating Weight: ~23,196 kg (51,124 lb)
Bucket Capacities: 2.8 m³ to 11.9 m³ (Standard is typically ~4.0 m³)
Static Tipping Load (Full Turn): ~14,849 kg (32,736 lb)
Breakout Force: 174 kN (39,117 lbf)
Max Travel Speed (Forward): 39.5 km/h (24.5 mph)

Description

Caterpillar Wheel Loader 966 | 23.1 ton

The Caterpillar 966 is a mid-sized wheel loader widely recognized for its performance in heavy construction and mining.
At an operating weight of approximately 23.1 to 23.2 tons, it sits in the “Medium Wheel Loader” category.
The specifications below represent the current Cat 966 (latest generation) and the 966 GC (a more simplified, cost-effective version).

Engine Specifications

The modern 966 series is powered by the high-density Cat C9.3B engine, known for balancing high torque with fuel efficiency.
Feature Specification (Cat 966) Specification (Cat 966 GC).
Engine Model Cat C9.3B / Cat C9.3B.
Net Power 226 kW (303 hp) / 196 kW (263 hp).
Gross Power 242 kW (325 hp) / 239 kW (321 hp).
Displacement 9.3 L / 9.3 L.
Max Torque 1,781 N·m @ 1,200 rpm / 1,779 N·m @ 1,200 rpm.

Weights & Operating Specs

The machine is designed for stability and high breakout forces, even when working with dense materials.
Operating Weight: ~23,196 kg (51,124 lb)
Bucket Capacities: 2.8 m³ to 11.9 m³ (Standard is typically ~4.0 m³)
Static Tipping Load (Full Turn): ~14,849 kg (32,736 lb)
Breakout Force: 174 kN (39,117 lbf)
Max Travel Speed (Forward): 39.5 km/h (24.5 mph)

Dimensions (Standard Lift)

These dimensions help determine transport requirements and job site maneuverability.
Ground Clearance: 424 mm (1.4 ft).
Height to Top of ROPS: 3,593 mm (11.8 ft).
Wheel Base: 3,550 mm (11.6 ft).
Hinge Pin Height (Max Lift): 4,235 mm (13.9 ft).
Width Over Tires: 3,012 mm (9.9 ft).

Key Features

Performance Series Buckets: Designed with a longer floor and curved sidebars to improve fill factors and material retention.
Advanced Hydraulics: Load-sensing hydraulic system that provides flow only when needed, reducing fuel consumption and heat.
Operator Comfort: Features integrated AC, ergonomic joystick controls (on the standard 966), and significantly reduced noise levels in the cab.
Z-Bar Linkage: Provides high breakout force and excellent visibility to the bucket corners.
Note: Specs can vary slightly depending on the specific region and chosen attachments (e.g., high-lift vs. standard lift).
Would you like me to compare this model with the larger Cat 972 or provide more details on the GC version’s specific differences?

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