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Caterpillar
966 Wheel Loader
Engine Power – 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
321 hp
239 kW
Operating Weight
51124 lb
23196 kg
Engine Power – 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
325 hp (metric)
325 hp (metric)
Overview
The Cat® 966 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 – 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 321 hp 239 kW |
| Engine Power – 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 325 hp (metric) 325 hp (metric) |
| Engine Model | Cat® C9.3B Cat® C9.3B |
| Gross Power – 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 325 hp 242 kW |
| Gross Power – 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 329 hp (metric) 329 hp (metric) |
| Net Power – 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 303 hp 226 kW |
| Net Power – 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 307 hp (metric) 307 hp (metric) |
| Engine Torque – 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002 | 1313 lbf·ft 1781 N·m |
| Gross Torque – 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014 | 1327 lbf·ft 1799 N·m |
| Net Torque – 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1255 lbf·ft 1702 N·m |
| Displacement | 567.5 in³ 9.3 l |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹ |
| 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. |
| Note (3) | Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the 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. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the 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. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. |
| Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 1327 lb/ft 1799 N·m |
| Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 | 1313 lb/ft 1781 N·m |
| Displacement | 9.3 L 9.3 L |
Weights
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 51124 lb 23196 kg |
| Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 26.5R25 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 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 26.5R25 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 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Forward – 1 | 4.2 mile/h 6.7 km/h |
| Forward – 2 | 8.4 mile/h 13.5 km/h |
| Forward – 3 | 15 mile/h 24.2 km/h |
| Forward – 4 | 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h |
| Reverse – 1 | 4.5 mile/h 7.3 km/h |
| Reverse – 2 | 9.2 mile/h 14.8 km/h |
| Reverse – 3 | 16.5 mile/h 26.6 km/h |
| Reverse – 4 | 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h |
| Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 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 | 109 dB(A) 109 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level – ISO 6396:2008 ¹ | 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level – ISO 6395:2008² | 108 dB(A) 108 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. |
| With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value – Note | Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. |
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 37° Turn | 32727 lb 14849 kg |
| Static Tipping Load – Full 37° Turn – No Tire Deflection | 35224 lb 15981 kg |
| Breakout Force | 38999 lbf 174 kN |
| Note | For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” |
| Note (1) | 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 | 80.1 gal (US) 303 l |
| DEF Tank | 6.9 gal (US) 26 l |
| Cooling System | 17.4 gal (US) 66 l |
| Crankcase | 6.1 gal (US) 23 l |
| Transmission | 15.5 gal (US) 58.5 l |
| Differential – Final Drives – Front | 15.1 gal (US) 57 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 30.1 gal (US) 114 l |
Hydraulic System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Implement System – Maximum Pump Output at 2,275 rpm | 99 gal/min 373 l/min |
| Implement System – Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496 psi 31000 kPa |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time – Total | 10.1 s 10.1 s |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time – Total | 10.1 seconds 10.1 seconds |
Dimensions - Standard Lift
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height – Top of Hood | 9.42 ft 2850 mm |
| Height – Top of ROPS | 11.83 ft 3593 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.33 ft 424 mm |
| Wheel Base | 11.67 ft 3550 mm |
| Overall Length – Without Bucket | 24.33 ft 7399 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2 ft 635 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 13.92 ft 4245 mm |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 12.08 ft 3687 mm |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 62 ° 62 ° |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 50 ° 50 ° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 9.92 ft 3012 mm |
| Tread Width | 7.25 ft 2230 mm |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 62 degrees 62 degrees |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 50 degrees 50 degrees |
| Rack Back at Ground | 39 degrees 39 degrees |
Dimensions - High Lift
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Height – Top of Hood | 9.42 ft 2850 mm |
| Height – Top of ROPS | 11.83 ft 3593 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 1.33 ft 424 mm |
| Wheel Base | 11.67 ft 3550 mm |
| Overall Length – Without Bucket | 26.5 ft 8069 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height | 2.5 ft 782 mm |
| Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15.75 ft 4804 mm |
| Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 13.67 ft 4183 mm |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 71 ° 71 ° |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 49 ° 49 ° |
| Width over Tires (Loaded) | 9.92 ft 3012 mm |
| Tread Width | 7.25 ft 2230 mm |
| Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. |
| Rack Back – Carry Height | 49 degrees 49 degrees |
| Rack Back – Maximum Lift | 71 degrees 71 degrees |
| Rack Back at Ground | 37 degrees 37 degrees |
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
- Steering, joystick
- Seat belt, monitored
- Seat, cloth, air suspension
- Touchscreen display
- Keypad, programmable buttons
- Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
- Sun visor, front, retractable
- Sun visor, rear, retractable
- Window, front, laminated
ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES
- Cat Payload scale
- Autodig with Auto Set Tires
- Operator ID & machine security
- Application Profiles
- Job Aids
- Controls Help and eOMM (not available in all languages)
- Key Features Inform
- Bucket Carry Display Widget
- Remote Flash
POWERTRAIN
- Cat C9.3B engine
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
- Engine, air precleaner
- Axles, auto front differential lock
- Transmission, planetary, automatic powershift
- Torque converter with lock-up
- Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
- Integrated Braking System (IBS)
- 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
- Ride control, dual accumulators
- 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
- Standard 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
- Footrest
- HMU steering wheel
- Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
- Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)
- Entertainment radio (DAB+)
- CB radio ready
- Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension, heated
- Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/ cooled
- Mirrors, heated
- 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 and rear differential locks
- Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
- Axles, oil cooler
HYDRAULICS
- 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
- Quick coupler control
ELECTRICAL
- Cold start, 120V or 240V
- Lights: LED
MONITORING SYSTEM
- Tire pressure monitor
LINKAGE
- High lift, Z-bar
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Cat Autolube system
- Fenders, extensions or roading
- Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, 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 (not compatible with roading arrangements)
- Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard where mandated)
- Wheel chocks
- Warning beacon
SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS
- Aggregate handler
- Waste and industrial
- Forestry
- Tunnelling (Japan only)
- Corrosion resistant