The 966M Wheel Loader is equipped with built-in proven technologies to help meet your expectations for productivity, fuel efficiency, reliability and service life. Deep system integration results in a machine built to help you reduce emissions, improve performance and improve fuel economy. All of this is done without interrupting machine performance and making it seamless to you. This machine deliversthe reliability, durability, and versatility you’ve come to expect from a Cat machine.
Net Power - ISO 9249 | 276HP |
Emissions | Tier 4/Stage IV |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 | 276HP |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric | 315HP |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric | 280HP |
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 | 1179ft·lbf |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric | 311HP |
Displacement | 568in³ |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 | 307HP |
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 | 1166ft·lbf |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 | 311HP |
Engine Model | Cat C9.3 |
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 rpm | 1126ft·lbf |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric | 280HP |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 | 276HP |
Note | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. |
Operating Weight | 51176lb |
Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 26.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering, |
Bucket Capacities | 3.20-7.40 m³ (4.19-9.68 yd³) |
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection | 32329lb |
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection | 34873lb |
Breakout Force | 38984lbf |
Note (2) | Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. |
Note (1) | For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight." |
Forward - 1 | 4mile/h |
Forward - 3 | 14.6mile/h |
Reverse - 2 | 8.9mile/h |
Forward - 4 | 24.5mile/h |
Reverse - 4 | 24.5mile/h |
Forward - 2 | 8.1mile/h |
Reverse - 3 | 16.1mile/h |
Reverse - 1 | 4.4mile/h |
Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius. |
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496psi |
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 10.1s |
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,200 rpm | 95gal/min |
Implement Pump Type | Variable Displacement Piston |
Fuel Tank | 79.8gal (US) |
Differential - Final Drives - Front | 15.1gal (US) |
Crankcase | 6.5gal (US) |
Transmission | 14.3gal (US) |
Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 15.1gal (US) |
Hydraulic Tank | 33gal (US) |
DEF Tank | 4.4gal (US) |
Cooling System | 18.9gal (US) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 70dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) | 76 dB(A)* |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 109dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)** | 69dB(A) |
Note (3) | ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** | 108 LWA*** |
Note (1) | *Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. |
Note (2) | **For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. |
Tread Width | 7.33ft |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15.75ft |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.58ft |
Ground Clearance | 1.42ft |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 26.58ft |
Height - Top of ROPS | 11.75ft |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 13.58ft |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 8.17ft |
Rack Back at Ground | 39 degrees |
Height - Top of Hood | 9.25ft |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 5.83ft |
Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.58ft |
Maximum Width over Tires | 9.83ft |
Wheel Base | 11.67ft |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 71 degrees |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 49 degrees |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 13.92ft |
Ground Clearance | 1.42ft |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 5.83ft |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 11.92ft |
Height - Top of ROPS | 11.75ft |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.58ft |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 62 degrees |
Wheel Base | 11.67ft |
Tread Width | 7.33ft |
Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.08ft |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 7.17ft |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 23.92ft |
Height - Top of Hood | 9.25ft |
Maximum Width over Tires | 9.83ft |
Rack Back at Ground | 42 degrees |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 50 degrees |
Bucket Range | 3.20-7.40 m³ (4.19-9.68 yd³) |
Emissions | Tier 4/Stage IV |
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