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.
Engine Idle Management System (EIMS), Auto Engine Idle Shutdown (EIS), variable speed fan and load sensing hydraulics help result in the low fuel consumption on this machine.
Intuitive controls and excellent visibility provide a comfortable working environment for efficient all day operation. Grouped service points and sight gauges allow for easy daily maintenance.
Proven reliable components, integrated Cat machine systems, and Cat Performance Series Buckets for great machine performance.
| Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 | 321 hp |
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| Engine Model | Cat C9.3B |
| Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 | 325 hp |
| Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 292 hp |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 292 hp |
| Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 | 1314 ft·lbf |
| Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 | 1327 ft·lbf |
| Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 | 1234 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 |
| Operating Weight* | 48018 lb |
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| 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. |
| Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection | 30072 lb |
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| Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection | 32233 lb |
| Breakout Force | 36974 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. |
| Bucket Capacities | 3.2 - 7.1 m³ (4.25 - 9.25 yd³) |
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| With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 75 dB(A) |
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| 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 Directivesâ€. |
| Note (3) | *** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC†as amended by “2005/88/ECâ€. |
| Forward - 1 | 4 mile/h |
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| 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. |
| Fuel Tank | 84.5 gal (US) |
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| 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) |
| Implement Pump Type | Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing |
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| Implement System - Maximum Flow @ 2,275 rpm | 86 gal/min |
| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4047 psi |
| Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function | 63 gal/min |
| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function | 3304 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 |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise | 1.8 s |
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| ROPS/FOPS | ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards |
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| Brakes | Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards |
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| B-Pin Height | 13.11 ft |
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| 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 |
| Height - Top of Hood | 9.2 ft |
| Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.61 ft |
| Height - Top of ROPS | 11.75 ft |
| Ground Clearance | 1.49 ft |
| Recyclability | 97% |
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