Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 966M is a versatile wheel loader designed for heavy-duty material handling and construction applications. Featuring a powerful engine and advanced hydraulic system, the 966M delivers high productivity and fuel efficiency. Its robust frame and durable components ensure long service life in demanding environments. The operator cabin offers enhanced visibility, ergonomic controls, and improved comfort for extended operation. Equipped with advanced technology for precise load management and maintenance monitoring, the Caterpillar 966M wheel loader is suitable for earthmoving, quarrying, and industrial tasks. This model supports various attachments, increasing its adaptability across multiple job sites.
| Breakout Force | 38,984 lbs ft (52,855 nm) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity | 4.2.9.7 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) | 3.3 - 12.0 (2.5 - 9.2) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine | C9.3 ACERT Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 276 (206) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Power hp (kw) | 276 (206) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cat C9.3 Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Full-Turn Tip Load | 34,873 lbs (15,818 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 9.8 (3.0) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft.( m) | 4.4 (1.3) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Net Power | 298 hp (222 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 51,176 lbs (23,213 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 51,176 (23,213) Starting 2016 Model Year |
| Tip Load | 36,711 (16,652) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) | 24.9 / 24.9 mph Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Bucket Capacities | 4.19-10 cu yd (3-7 cu m) |
| Ground Clearance | 2 ft (0 m) |
| Engine Model | Cat C9.3 |
| Net Power | 276 hp (206 kw) |
| Operating Weight | 51,176 lbs (23,213 kg) |
| Forward - 1 | 4 mph (6 kph) |
| Forward - 2 | 8 mph (13 kph) |
| Forward - 3 | 15 mph (23 kph) |
| Forward - 4 | 25 mph (39 kph) |
| Reverse - 1 | 4 mph (7 kph) |
| Reverse - 2 | 9 mph (14 kph) |
| Reverse - 3 | 16 mph (26 kph) |
| Reverse - 4 | 25 mph (39 kph) |