Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 966 GC is a versatile wheel loader designed for medium-duty material handling and construction tasks. Featuring a robust Cat C7.1 engine, it delivers reliable power and fuel efficiency. The 966 GC offers enhanced operator comfort with an ergonomic cab, advanced controls, and excellent visibility. Its durable frame and heavy-duty axles ensure long service life in demanding environments. Equipped with a high-capacity bucket, the 966 GC excels in loading, lifting, and transporting materials such as soil, gravel, and aggregates. This wheel loader model is widely used in construction, mining, and quarry operations for efficient earthmoving and material management.
| Bucket Capacity | 4.25 - 9.25 (3.2 - 7.1) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 4.25 - 9.25 (3.2 - 7.1) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 321 (239) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 321 (239) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C9.3B Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 48,018 (21,781) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 48,018 (21,781) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 32,233 (14,621) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Tip Load lbs. (kg) | 32,233 (14,621) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Travel Speed | 21.6 / 22.9 mph Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) | 21.6 / 22.9 mph Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) | 21.6 / 22.9 mph Starting 2023 Model Year |