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Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 972K ➔

The Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed to handle a variety of tasks with ease. With a bucket capacity of 13 cubic yards and a maximum gross power of 322 horsepower, this wheel loader is equipped to handle heavy-duty jobs. Meeting industry standards for safety and performance, the 972K features advanced hydraulic systems and high operating weights for optimal performance in demanding conditions. Discover the capabilities and specifications of the Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loader below.

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General Specifications

Axles

Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	20 in (50 cm)
Rear	Oscillating ?13 degrees

Brakes

Meet OSHA SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards

Bucket

Bucket Capacities

13 cu yd (10 cu m)

Cab

ROPS/FOPS

Meets SAE and ISO standards

Engine

Bore	5 in (11 cm)
Engine Model	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Gross Power	322 hp (240 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269	288 hp (215 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric	292 hp (218 kw)
Net Power	288 hp (215 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	288 hp (215 kw)
Peak Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349	985 lbs ft (1,335 nm)
Stroke	6 in (15 cm)

Hydraulic System

Dump Time	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	2.4 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position	5.9 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	10.3 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4496 psi
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow	79 gpm (300 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure	3000 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	90 gpm (341 lpm)
Pump Type	PISTON
Raise Time	5.9 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	4496 psi
Steering System - Pump Type	Piston

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force	44,075 lbs (19,992 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	17 gal (66 l)
Fuel Capacity	101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	52 gal (198 l)
Operating Weight	57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	13 gal (50 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	17 gal (66 l)
Crankcase	7 gal (25 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	17 gal (64 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	17 gal (64 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic Tank	52 gal (198 l)
Transmission	13 gal (50 l)

Sound

Standards

Tires

Choices

Transmission

Forward - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (13 kph)
Forward - 3	13 mph (21 kph)
Forward - 4	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	9 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 3	15 mph (24 kph)
Reverse - 4	26 mph (42 kph)

Weights

Operating Weight

57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)

Caterpillar 972Ks currently for sale

A 2012 Caterpillar 972K From Heavy Equipment, Loaders & Parts, Inc for $97,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 972K From Michigan Cat for $84,900.00 USD

A Caterpillar 972K From Bergerat Monnoyeur for $77,000.00 USD

A 2012 Caterpillar 972K From Clark Heavy Equipment for $59,750.00 USD

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