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1972 Caterpillar 955L For Sale in Manhattan, KS

Name: 1972 Caterpillar 955L
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 87379443
Price: 1 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Serial Number:	71J3855
Machine Location:	MANHATTAN, KS
More Information:	https://www.purplewave.com/auction/260521/item/FI0946

Description:

1972 Caterpillar 955L track loaderSerial: 71J3855EngineFuel type: DieselOperators stationOROPSBucket controls: Two-leverFeaturesBucketCaterpillarWidth: 88"Four-in-oneTeeth: 9WinchTracksWidth: 15"Grouser pads: Double

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 955L is a robust crawler loader designed for heavy-duty earthmoving and material handling tasks. Featuring a tracked undercarriage, the 955L offers superior traction and stability on rough terrain and uneven surfaces. This model combines the lifting capabilities of a loader with the digging power of a tracked vehicle, making it suitable for construction, mining, and forestry applications. The Caterpillar 955L is equipped with a powerful engine, durable hydraulic systems, and a reinforced frame to handle demanding workloads. Its versatility and reliability make the 955L a preferred choice in the crawler loader category for efficient site operations.

Dimensions
Clearance at Full Height and Dump	10 ft (3 m)
Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	8 ft (2 m)
Length to Front of Track	11 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	16 ft (5 m)
Reach at Dump Height	4 ft (1 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	7 ft (2 m)
Engine
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	427 cu in (7,001 cu cm)
Engine Model	D330
Net Power	130 hp (97 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Lower Time	3 seconds
Raise Time	7 seconds
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force Bucket	22,930 lbs (10,401 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	2 cu yd (2 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	2 cu yd (1 cu m)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	39 gal (148 l)
Fuel Capacity	63 gal (238 l)
Max Speed	7 mph (11 kph)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	30,203 lbs (13,700 kg)
Static Tipping Load	18,607 lbs (8,440 kg)
Undercarriage
Ground Contact Area	2,759 cu in (45,214 cu cm)
Length of Track on Ground	8 ft (2 m)
Number of Track Rollers per Side	6
Track Gauge	66 in (168 cm)
Track Shoe Width	15 in (38 cm)

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1972 Caterpillar 955L For Sale in Manhattan, KS

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