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Caterpillar 963 Crawler Loader

Category: Crawler Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 963 ➔

The Caterpillar 963 is a robust crawler loader designed for heavy-duty earthmoving and material handling tasks. Featuring a tracked undercarriage, the Caterpillar 963 offers enhanced stability and traction on rough terrain. This crawler loader combines the capabilities of a loader and a tracked vehicle, making it suitable for construction, mining, and forestry applications. Equipped with a powerful engine and durable hydraulic systems, the Caterpillar 963 delivers efficient digging, loading, and grading performance. Its versatility and reliability make it a preferred choice for operators requiring a machine capable of handling challenging ground conditions while maintaining productivity and operational efficiency.

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General Specifications

Bucket Width	103 in (261 cm) Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine	C7.1 Starting 2023 Model Year
Net Power	202 hp (151 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	44,881 lbs (20,358 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Rated Bucket Cap.	3.2 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year
Rated Bucket Capacity	3.2 cu yd Starting 2023 Model Year

Dimensions

Clearance at Full Height and Dump	10 ft (3 m)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11 ft (3 m)
Length to Front of Track	14 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	21 ft (6 m)
Reach at Dump Height	4 ft (1 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8 ft (2 m)

Engine

Displacement	427 cu in (7,001 cu cm)
Engine Model	3304
Net Power	150 hp (112 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	1.3 seconds
Lower Time	2.3 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	54 gpm (204 lpm)
Pump Type	Vane-type pump
Raise Time	6.2 seconds
Relief Valve Pressure	2750 psi

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Breakout Force Bucket	38,227 lbs (17,339 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	3 cu yd (2 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	2 cu yd (2 cu m)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	12 gal (45 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	5 gal (19 l)
Final Drive Fluid Capacity - each	4 gal (14 l)
Fuel Capacity	69 gal (261 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	16 gal (60 l)
Max Speed	6 mph (10 kph)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	40,490 lbs (18,366 kg)
Static Tipping Load	27,165 lbs (12,322 kg)

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	3,426 cu in (56,136 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	11.8 psi
Length of Track on Ground	8 ft (2 m)
Number of Shoes per Side	37
Number of Track Rollers per Side	6
Track Gauge	73 in (185 cm)
Track Shoe Width	18 in (45 cm)

Caterpillar 963s currently for sale

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A 2022 Caterpillar 963 From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $279,500.00 USD

A 2022 Caterpillar 963 From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $289,500.00 USD

A 2021 Caterpillar 963 From Trophy Tractor, Inc. for $369,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 963 From Holt Cat for $225,000.00 USD

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