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Caterpillar 973 Crawler Loader

Category: Crawler Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 973 ➔

The Caterpillar 973 Crawler Loader offers powerful performance and versatile capabilities for various construction and excavation tasks. With a net power of 210 hp and a breakout force of 47,981 lbs, this machine can handle heavy loads with ease. It has a spacious cab with a height of 11.3 ft for comfortable operation and optimal visibility. The hydraulic system ensures efficient dump, lower, and raise times, while the fuel capacity of 94.1 gallons allows for extended operation without frequent refueling. The 973's operating weight of 54,899.6 lbs and a static tipping load of 37,011.3 lbs make it a reliable and robust choice for demanding job sites.

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General Specifications

Dimensions

Clearance at Full Height and Dump	11 ft (3 m)
Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	23 ft (7 m)
Reach at Dump Height	4 ft (1 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9 ft (3 m)

Engine

Displacement	641 cu in (10,501 cu cm)
Engine Model	3306
Net Power	210 hp (157 kw)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	1.4 seconds
Lower Time	2.6 seconds
Raise Time	7.4 seconds

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force Bucket	47,981 lbs (21,764 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4 cu yd (3 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	3 cu yd (2 cu m)
Fuel Capacity	94 gal (356 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	16 gal (60 l)
Max Speed	7 mph (10 kph)
Operating Weight	54,900 lbs (24,902 kg)
Static Tipping Load	37,011 lbs (16,788 kg)

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	4,526 cu in (74,170 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	12.1 psi
Length of Track on Ground	10 ft (3 m)
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7
Track Gauge	82 in (208 cm)
Track Shoe Width	20 in (50 cm)

Caterpillar 973s currently for sale

A 2000 Caterpillar 973 From Heavy Equipment, Loaders & Parts, Inc for $42,500.00 USD

A 2000 Caterpillar 973 From 4M Iron LLC for $21,500.00 USD

A 1998 Caterpillar 973 From Purple Wave, Inc. for Auction Pricing

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