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966 GC Wheel Loader

Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002

321 hp

Operating Weight*

48,018 lb

Bucket Capacities

3.2 - 7.1 m³ (4.25 - 9.25 yd³)

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SPECIFICATIONS

The new Cat® 966 GC Wheel Loader is easy to own and operate. It offers low fuel consumption with an on-demand fan, load sensing hydraulics, intuitive controls, and performance series buckets. This machine is built to be just the right machine for a broad range of applications. Great machine performance combined with the low owning and operating costs makes the 966 GC the right choice for your business.

FULL SPECIFICATIONS

Brakes

Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

3.2 - 7.1 m³ (4.25 - 9.25 yd³)

Cab

ROPS/FOPS

ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Dimensions

Height - Top of Hood

9.2 ft

Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe

11.61 ft

Height - Top of ROPS

11.75 ft

B-Pin Height

13.11 ft

Ground Clearance

1.49 ft

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight

8.1 ft

Wheel Base

11.65 ft

Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch

5.82 ft

Rack Back - Maximum Lift

62 °

Rack Back - Carry

50 °

Rack Back - Ground

42 °

Lift Arm Clearance

12.16 ft

Engine

Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002

321 hp

Engine Model

Cat C9.3B

Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014

325 hp

Net Power - ISO 9249

292 hp

Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

292 hp

Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002

1,314 ft·lbf

Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014

1,327 ft·lbf

Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011

1,234 ft·lbf

Bore - ISO 9249

4.53 in

Stroke

5.87 in

Displacement

568 in³

Note (1)

Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Tier 5, China Nonroad Stage IV, and Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) emission standards.

Note (2)

The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.

Note (3)

Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases on a lifecycle basis: • Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** • Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels

Hydraulic System

Implement Pump Type

Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing

Implement System - Maximum Flow @ 2,275 rpm

86 gpm

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure

4,047 psi

Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function

63 gpm

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function

3,304 psi

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position

5.7 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down

2.6 s

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time

10.1 s

Loader Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise

1.8 s

Operating Specifications

Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection

30,072 lb

Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection

32,233 lb

Breakout Force

36,974 lbf

Note (1)

* For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.

Note (2)

* Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank

84.5 gal (US)

DEF Tank

6.9 gal (US)

Cooling System

14 gal (US)

Crankcase

6.1 gal (US)

Transmission

14.5 gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Front

15.1 gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Rear

15.1 gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank

26.7 gal (US)

Sound

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

75 dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)

110 dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)

78 dB(A)*

Note (1)

*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**

73 dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**

108 dB(A)***

Note (2)

** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives”.

Note (3)

*** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC”.

Sustainability

Recyclability

97%

Transmission

Forward - 1

4 mile/h

Reverse - 1

4.3 mile/h

Forward - 2

7.5 mile/h

Reverse - 2

8.2 mile/h

Forward - 3

13 mile/h

Reverse - 3

14.3 mile/h

Forward - 4

21.6 mile/h

Reverse - 4

22.9 mile/h

Note

Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32 in) roll radius.

Weights

Operating Weight*

48,018 lb

Note (1)

* For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.

Note (2)

* Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents and filter unit located outside of cab
- Bucket/work tool function lockout
- Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
- Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed
- Camera, rearview
- Coat hook
- Computerized monitoring system
- Cup holders and personal tray on right console and behind seat
- Horn
- Mirrors, rearview external with integrated spot mirror
- Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt function; two (2) single axis levers or joystick
- 12V power port (10A)
- Radio ready
- ROPS/FOPS structure
- Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), mechanical suspension
- Steering column, adjustable angle
- Window, sliding (left and right sides)
- Wipers/washers (front and rear)
POWER TRAIN
- Axels, Open/Open differentials
- Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
- Cat C9.3B engine
- EIMS (Engine Idle Management System)
- AIS (Auto Idle Shutdown)
- Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
- Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
- Filter, fuel primary/secondary/tertiary
- Filters, engine air, primary/secondary
- Fuel priming pump (electric)
- Fuel/water separator
- Radiator, unit core (9.5 fpi) with ATAAC
- Torque converter
- Transmission, powershift (4F/4R), automatic (2-4) with kick-down function, overspeed protection
LINKAGE
- Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
- Z-bar, cast tilt lever
HYDRAULICS
- Dedicated brake and fan pump
- Dedicated load sensing steering pump
- Load sensing implement system pilot operated
- S O S ℠ oil sampling valves
ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up variable/main disconnect switch
- Alternator (145-amp, brush type)
- Batteries, maintenance free (2 x 1,125 CCA)
- Ignition key; start/stop
- Lighting system: 4 halogen work lights, cab mounted
- Roading lights with high/low beam
  and F and R turn signals
- Starter, electric (heavy duty)
- Starting and charging system, 24V
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Cold weather starting basic (ether starting aid)
- Counterweight, 605 kg (1,334 lb)
- Fenders (front) steel
- Grill, airborne debris
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hood, metallic on steel structure
- Doors, service access (locking)
- L3 radial or bias ply tires
- Precleaner, strata tubes
- Product Link™ ready

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cat® Payload (kit)
- Radio
- Seat, air suspended
POWER TRAIN
- Axles, limited slip differential(s)
- Axles, oil cooler
- Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
LINKAGE
- Fusion™ quick coupler control with dual kick outs
HYDRAULICS
- Quick coupler control
- Ride control
- 3rd function with additional dedicated single axis lever
ELECTRICAL
- Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, cab mounted
- Lighting system: 4 LED work lights, cab mounted
- Lighting system: 8 LED work lights, cab mounted
- Lights: warning beacon
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Autolube system
- Camera, front view (kit)**
- Cold weather starting full (HD batteries 2 x 1,400 CCA, ether system, jacket water heater, cold weather fluids)
- Fender rear extensions or roading
- L5 traction tires
- Power train guard
- Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
- Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
- Reverse Stobe (kit)***
- Roading Certification****
- Secondary steering system, electrical*
- Toolbox
- Window cleaning (kit)
- Windshield guard
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT - NOTE
- * Standard where mandated
- ** Refer to M0106413 publication for usage reqiurements.
- *** Not compatible with roading arrangements.
- **** Offering depends on region.