- Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 966H ➔
The Caterpillar 966H is a versatile wheel loader designed for heavy-duty material handling and construction applications. Featuring a robust engine and advanced hydraulic system, the 966H delivers reliable performance and fuel efficiency. Its durable frame and reinforced components ensure long service life in demanding environments. The operator cabin offers enhanced visibility and ergonomic controls for improved productivity and safety. Commonly used in mining, quarrying, and earthmoving, the Caterpillar 966H wheel loader supports efficient loading, lifting, and transport of materials such as soil, gravel, and aggregates. This model is recognized for its balance of power, durability, and operational efficiency.
Axles
| Front | Fixed front
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| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall | 20 in (50 cm)
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| Rear | Oscillating +/- 13?
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Brakes
| Brakes | Meets required standards.
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Bucket
| Breakout Force | 42,300 lbs (19,187 kg)
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| Breakout Force - Reference Bucket | 48,559 lbs (22,026 kg)
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| Bucket Capacities | 6 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Bucket Capacity - heaped | 6 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Bucket Capacity - struck | 5 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Dump Clearance at Max Raise | 10 ft (3 m)
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| Maximum Bucket Capacity | 6 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Reference Bucket Capacity | 5 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Type - Reference bucket | General purpose
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Cab
| ROPS/FOPS | Meets SAE and ISO standards.
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Dimensions
| B-Pin Height - Standard | 14 ft (4 m)
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| Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 68 in (173 cm)
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| Centerline Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 8 ft (2 m)
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| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (1 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Height - Top of Exhaust | 140 in (355 cm)
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| Height - Top of Hood | 106 in (268 cm)
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| Height - Top of ROPS/FOPS | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Hinge Pin - Max Height | 14 ft (4 m)
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| Length with Bucket on Ground | 29 ft (9 m)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Wheel Base | 11 ft (3 m)
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| Wheelbase | 11 ft (3 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 10 ft (3 m)
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Engine
| Aspiration | Turbocharged
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| Bore | 5 in (13 cm)
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| Displacement | 677 cu in (11,094 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C11 ACERT
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| Flywheel Power | 262 hp (195 kw)
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| Gross Power | 286 hp (213 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 286 hp (213 kw)
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| Make | Cat
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| Net Power | 262 hp (195 kw)
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| Net Power - 80/1269/EEC | 262 hp (195 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 262 hp (195 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE J1349 | 259 hp (193 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 6
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| Peak Torque - 1,400 rpm - Net | 896 lbs ft (1,215 nm)
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| Power Measured @ | 1800 rpm
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| Stroke | 6 in (14 cm)
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| Torque Measured @ | 1400 rpm
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| Torque Rise | 38%
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Hydraulic System
| Bucket/Work Tool System - Pump Output | 81 gpm (305 lpm)
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| Dump Time | 1.6 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump | 1.6 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down | 2.4 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise | 5.9 seconds
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| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 9.9 seconds
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| Lower Time | 2.4 seconds
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| Pump Flow Capacity | 81 gpm (305 lpm)
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| Pump Type | Piston
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| Raise Time | 5.9 seconds
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| Relief Valve Setting | 1000 psi
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| Steering System - Pump Type | Piston
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 amps
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| Breakout Force | 42,300 lbs (19,187 kg)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 10 gal (39 l)
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| Dump Clearance | 9,859 ft (3,005 m)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 9 gal (35 l)
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| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 17 gal (64 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 100 gal (380 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 29 gal (110 l)
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| Operating Voltage | 24 volts
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| Operating Weight | 52,254 lbs (23,702 kg)
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| Rated Bucket Capacity | 6 cu yd (4 cu m)
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| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26 degrees
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| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 17 gal (64 l)
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| Static Tipping Load - Full Turn | 34,120 lbs (15,477 kg)
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| Static Tipping Weight | 38,354 lbs (17,397 kg)
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| Tire Size | 26.5-25
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 12 gal (44 l)
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| Turning Radius | 24 ft (7 m)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 10 gal (39 l)
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| Crankcase | 9 gal (35 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 17 gal (64 l)
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| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 17 gal (64 l)
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| Fuel Tank - Standard | 100 gal (380 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 29 gal (110 l)
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| Transmission | 12 gal (44 l)
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Tires
| Tires | Choose from a variety of tires to match your application.
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Transmission
| Forward - 1 | 4 mph (7 kph)
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| Forward - 2 | 8 mph (13 kph)
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| Forward - 3 | 14 mph (22 kph)
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| Forward - 4 | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Max Speed - Forward | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Max Speed - Reverse | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Number of Forward Gears | 4
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| Number of Reverse Gears | 4
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| Reverse - 1 | 5 mph (7 kph)
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| Reverse - 2 | 9 mph (14 kph)
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| Reverse - 3 | 15 mph (24 kph)
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| Reverse - 4 | 23 mph (37 kph)
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| Transmission Type | Powershift
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 52,254 lbs (23,702 kg)
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