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.

Bucket
Bucket Capacities	4 - 10 cu yd (3 - 7 cu m)
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Engine
Engine Model	Cat C9.3
Net Power	276 hp (206 kw)
General Specifications
Breakout Force (Since 2021)	38,984 lbs ft (52,855 nm)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2017)	3.3 - 12.0 (2.5 - 9.2)
Bucket Capacity (2019)	3.3 - 12.0 (2.5 - 9.2)
Bucket Capacity (2020)	3.3 - 12.0 (2.5 - 9.2)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2021)	4.19 - 9.68 (3.2 - 7.4)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2021)	4.2.9.7 cu yd
Bucket Capacity (Since 2022)	4.19 - 9.68 (3.2 - 7.4)
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) (Since 2016)	3.3 - 12.0 (2.5 - 9.2)
Engine (Since 2021)	C9.3 ACERT
Engine Power (Since 2017)	276 (206)
Engine Power (2019)	276 (206)
Engine Power (2020)	276 (206)
Engine Power (2021)	276 (206)
Engine Power (2022)	276 (206)
Engine Power hp (kw) (Since 2016)	276 (206)
Engine type (Since 2016)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (2017)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (2019)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (Since 2020)	Cat C9.3
Engine type (2021)	Cat C9.3
Engine type (2022)	Cat C9.3
Full-Turn Tip Load (Since 2021)	34,873 lbs (15,818 kg)
Max Dump Height (Since 2017)	4.4 (1.3)
Max Dump Height (Since 2019)	9.8 (3.0)
Max Dump Height (2020)	9.8 (3.0)
Max Dump Height ft.( m) (Since 2016)	4.4 (1.3)
Net Power (Since 2021)	298 hp (222 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2017)	51,176 (23,213)
Operating Weight (2019)	51,176 (23,213)
Operating Weight (2020)	51,176 (23,213)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	51,176 lbs (23,213 kg)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	51,176 (23,213)
Operating Weight (2022)	51,176 (23,213)
Operating Weight lbs. (kg) (Since 2016)	51,176 (23,213)
Tip Load (Since 2021)	36,711 (16,652)
Tip Load (2022)	36,711 (16,652)
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (Since 2021)	24.9 / 24.9 mph
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (2022)	24.9 / 24.9 mph
Operating Specifications
Operating Weight	51,176 lbs (23,213 kg)
Transmission
Forward - 1	4 mph (6 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (13 kph)
Forward - 3	15 mph (24 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)

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