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Caterpillar
962 Wheel Loader
Engine Power – 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002
269 hp
201 kW
Operating Weight
44469 lb
20171 kg
Engine Power – 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002
273 hp (metric)
273 hp (metric)
Overview
The Cat® 962 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies, helping to boost operator efficiencies and deliver consistent high bucket fill factors, resulting in highly efficient productivity. Long service intervals help to reduce your downtime. This machine is designed to meet emission standards without interrupting operation, delivering great performance, reliability, durability, and versatility, resulting in a machine that is built to meet your needs.
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Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Power – 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 269 hp 201 kW |
| Engine Power – 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 273 hp (metric) 273 hp (metric) |
| Engine Model | Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1 |
| Gross Power – 2,100 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 273 kW 203 hp |
| Gross Power – 2,100 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 277 hp (metric) 277 hp (metric) |
| Net Power – 2,100 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 255 hp (metric) 255 hp (metric) |
| Engine Torque – 1,400 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 918 lbf·ft 1245 N·m |
| Gross Torque – 1,400 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 926 lbf·ft 1256 hp |
| Net Torque – 1,400 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 867 lbf·ft 1176 N·m |
| Displacement | 427 in³ 7.01 l |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹ |
| Note (1) | The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. |
| Note (2) | ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. |
Weights
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 44469 lb 20171 kg |
| Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Forward – 1 | 4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h |
| Forward – 2 | 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Forward – 3 | 12 mile/h 19.3 km/h |
| Forward – 4 | 16 mile/h 25.7 km/h |
| Forward – 5 | 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h |
| Reverse – 1 | 4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h |
| Reverse – 2 | 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Reverse – 3 | 16 mile/h 25.7 km/h |
| Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius. |
Sound
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level – ISO 6396:2008 | 70 dB(A) 70 dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level – ISO 6395:2008 | 107 dB(A) 107 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level – ISO 6396:2008 ¹ | 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level – ISO 6395:2008² | 104 dB(A) 104 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives. ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives. |
| Note (2) | ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). |
Operating Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – With Tire Deflection | 25869 lb 11734 kg |
| Static Tipping Load – Full 40° Turn – No Tire Deflection | 27529 lb 12487 kg |
| Breakout Force | 42489 lbf 189 kN |
| Note (1) | For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” |
| Note (2) | Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 68.6 gal (US) 259.5 l |
| DEF Tank | 4 gal (US) 15 l |
| Cooling System | 14.3 gal (US) 54 l |
| Crankcase | 5.5 gal (US) 21 l |
| Transmission | 11.4 gal (US) 43 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Front | 11.4 gal (US) 43 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Rear | 11.4 gal (US) 43 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 25.6 gal (US) 97 l |
Hydraulic System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Implement System – Maximum Pump Output at 2,340 rpm | 85 gal/min 322 l/min |
| Implement System – Maximum Operating Pressure | 4250 psi 29300 kPa |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time – Total | 9.4 s 9.4 s |
Dimensions - Standard Lift
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height – Top of Hood | 8.75 ft 2692 mm |
| Height – Top of ROPS | 11.25 ft 3453 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.08 ft 351 mm |
| Wheel Base | 10.92 ft 3350 mm |
| Overall Length – Without Bucket | 23.83 ft 7263 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2.17 ft 674 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 13.83 ft 4223 mm |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 11.33 ft 3459 mm |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 55 ° 55 ° |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 51 ° 51 ° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 9.33 ft 2825 mm |
| Tread Width | 7 ft 2140 mm |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. |
Dimensions - High Lift
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height – Top of Hood | 8.75 ft 2692 mm |
| Height – Top of ROPS | 11.25 ft 3453 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.08 ft 351 mm |
| Wheel Base | 10.92 ft 3350 mm |
| Overall Length – Without Bucket | 25.17 ft 7657 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2.5 ft 776 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 14.75 ft 4511 mm |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 11.83 ft 3612 mm |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 56 ° 56 ° |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 48 ° 48 ° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 9.33 ft 2825 mm |
| Tread Width | 7 ft 2140 mm |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. |
Standard Equipment
Note
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
- EH implement controls, parking brake
- HMU steering wheel
- Seat belt, monitored
- Seat, cloth, air suspension
- Touchscreen display
- Keypad, programmable buttons
- Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
- Sun visor, front and rear, retractable
ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Cat Payload scale
- Autodig with auto set tires
- Operator ID & machine security
- Application Profiles
- Job Aids
- Controls help and eOMM
- Key Features Inform
- Bucket Carry Display Widget
- Remote Flash
POWERTRAIN
- Cat C7.1 engine
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
- Engine, air precleaner
- Axles, open/open differentials (Standard depending on region)
- Axles, auto front differential lock (LHD)
- Transmission, countershaft, automatic powershift
- Torque converter with lock-up
- Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
- Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied–pressure released
- Brake pedal neutralizer with decel function
HYDRAULICS
- Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
- Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
- Oil sampling valves, Cat XT™ hoses
ELECTRICAL
- Starting and charging system, 24V
- Starter, electric, heavy duty
- Lights: halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearview lights
MONITORING SYSTEM
- Front dash with analog gauges, LCD display, and warning lights
- Primary touchscreen monitor (Cat Payload, quad screens, machine settings & messages)
- Maintenance reminders
LINKAGE
- Parallel Lift, Z-bar
- Kickouts: lift and tilt
SAFETY
- Visibility: mirrors, rearview camera
- Window cleaning platform, front
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Door, remote opening system (Standard depending on region)
- Footrest
- Steering, joystick (LHD)
- Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
- Entertainment radio
- CB radio ready
- Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension, heated
- Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/cooled
- Mirrors, heated
- Window, front, laminated
- Windows, front, heavy duty
- Full cab window guard
ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Cat Advanced Payload
- Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket
POWERTRAIN
- Turbine, air precleaner
- Radiator, high debris
- Cooling fan, reversible
- Axles, auto front differential lock (HMU)
- Axles, auto differential locks front and rear
- Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
- Axles, oil cooler
- Ride control, dual accumulators (Standard depending on region)
HYDRAULICS
- 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
- Quick coupler control
ELECTRICAL
- Cold start, 120V or 240V
- Lights: LED
LINKAGE
- High lift
MONITORING SYSTEM
- Tire pressure monitor
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Cat Autolube system
- Fenders, extensions or roading
- Guards: powertrain, crankcase, window glass, cylinders, rear
- Biodegradable hydraulic oil
- High-speed oil change system
- Rear cab access
- Toolbox
SAFETY
- Cat Detect rear radar system
- Dedicated rearview screen
- Multiview (360°) vision system
- 4-Point seat belt retractor
- Reversing strobe lights
- Seat belt monitoring beacon
- Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard depending on region)
- Wheel chocks
- Warning beacon
SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS
- Auxiliary Counterweight
- Waste and industrial
- Forestry
- Corrosion resistant