Cat Wheel Loaders:

950M Wheel Loader | Front Loader | Tier 4

Net Power - ISO 9249
230 hp
Operating Weight
42357 lb
Engine Model
Cat C7.1 ACERT
Maximum Power @ 2,100 rpm – SAE J1995
250 hp

The 950M Wheel Loader is equipped with built-in proven technologies to help meet your expectations for productivity and fuel efficiency. This wheel loader offers a standard lock up clutch torque converter, standard manual front locking differential axles, and improved standard ride control to significantly improve your fuel economy, performance and ergonomics. This machine deliversthe reliability, durability, and versatility you’ve come to expect from a Cat machine.



Product Specs

  • Engine

  • Net Power - ISO 9249
    230hp
    Engine Model
    Cat C7.1 ACERT
    Maximum Power @ 2,100 rpm – SAE J1995
    250hp
    Maximum Power @ 2,100 rpm – ISO 14396
    249hp
    Displacement
    428in3
    Maximum Power @ 2,100 rpm – ISO 14396 (metric)
    253hp
    Maximum Net Power @ 2,100 rpm – SAE J1349
    230hp
    Maximum Net Power @ 2,100 rpm – ISO 9249 (metric)
    232hp
    Peak Gross Torque (1,300 rpm) – SAE J1995
    911lbf-ft
    Net Power - ISO 9249
    250HP
    Engine Model
    Cat C7.1
    Displacement
    428in³
    Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249
    230HP
    Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric
    232HP
    Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396
    249HP
    Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric
    253HP
    Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1995
    250HP
    Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 rpm - ISO 14396
    908ft·lbf
    Maximum Net Torque - 1,300 rpm
    858ft·lbf
    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.
    Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1349
    230HP
    Peak Gross Torque - 1,300 rpm - SAE J1995
    911ft·lbf
    Emissions
    Tier 4/Stage V
    Maximum Net Torque (1,300 rpm)
    858lbf-ft
  • Weights

  • Operating Weight
    42357lb
    Operating Weight
    42357lb
    Note
    Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 23.5R25 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,
    Note
    Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 23.5R25 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,
  • Transmission

  • Forward 1
    4.3mph
    Forward 2
    7.5mph
    Forward 3
    12.0mph
    Forward 4
    16.0mph
    Reverse 1
    4.3mph
    Reverse 2
    7.5mph
    Reverse 3
    16.0mph
    Forward - 1
    4.3mile/h
    Forward - 2
    7.5mile/h
    Forward - 3
    12mile/h
    Forward - 4
    16mile/h
    Reverse - 1
    4.3mile/h
    Reverse - 2
    7.5mile/h
    Reverse - 3
    16mile/h
    Forward - 5
    24.5mile/h
    Note
    Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
    Forward 5
    24.5mph
    Note
    Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
  • Service Refill Capacities

  • Cooling System
    15.6gal
    Crankcase
    5.8gal
    Transmission
    11.4gal
    Differentials and Final Drives – Front
    11.4gal
    Differentials and Final Drives – Rear
    11.4gal
    Hydraulic Tank
    33.0gal
    DEF Tank
    4.2gal
    Fuel Tank
    72.6gal
    Cooling System
    15.6gal (US)
    Crankcase
    5.8gal (US)
    DEF Tank
    4.2gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front
    11.4gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear
    11.4gal (US)
    Fuel Tank
    72.6gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank
    33gal (US)
    Transmission
    11.4gal (US)
  • Operating Specifications

  • Breakout Force
    40690lbf
    Breakout Force
    40690lbf
    Note (1)
    For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight."
    Note (2)
    Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
    25926lb
    Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
    24262lb
    Note
    For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
    Note
    Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
  • Hydraulic System

  • Hydraulic Cycle Time – Total
    8.9Seconds
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
    8.9s
    Implement Pump Type
    Variable Axial Piston
    Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,150 rpm
    76gal/min
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
    4250psi
  • Sound

  • 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 Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    107dB(A)
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
    75 dB(A)*
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    107dB(A)
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
    75 dB(A)*
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
    70dB(A)
    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.
    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)**
    104 LWA***
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**
    69dB(A)
    Note
    *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)
    69dB(A)
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value**: Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    104 LWA***
    Note
    **For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.”
    Note
    ***European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.”
  • Dimensions – High Lift

  • Wheelbase
    11.00ft
    Overall Length (without bucket)
    24.58ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
    2.58ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
    14.83ft
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
    11.92ft
    Rack Back at Maximum Lift
    59 degrees
    Rack Back at Carry Height
    49 degrees
    Rack Back at Ground
    40 degrees
    Maximum Width over Tires (loaded)
    9.25ft
    Tread Width
    7.00ft
    Note
    All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
    Height to Top of Hood
    8.83ft
    Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe
    11.17ft
    Height to Top of ROPS
    11.33ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.17ft
    Center Line of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
    6.33ft
    Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch
    5.50ft
  • Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV

  • Emissions
    Tier 4/Stage IV
    Emissions
    Tier 4/Stage IV
  • Dimensions

  • Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
    6.4ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
    5.6ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.2ft
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
    11.2ft
    Height - Top of Hood
    8.1ft
    Height - Top of ROPS
    11.4ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
    13.3ft
    Note
    All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
    Wheel Base
    11ft
  • Buckets

  • Bucket Capacities
    2.5-9.2 m³ (3.3-12.0 yd³)
  • Dimensions - High Lift

  • Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
    6.33ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
    5.5ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.17ft
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
    11.17ft
    Height - Top of Hood
    8.83ft
    Height - Top of ROPS
    11.33ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
    2.58ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
    14.83ft
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
    11.92ft
    Maximum Width - Over Tires - Loaded
    9.25ft
    Note
    All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
    Overall Length - Without Bucket
    24.58ft
    Rack Back - Carry Height
    49 degrees
    Rack Back - Maximum Lift
    59 degrees
    Rack Back at Ground
    40 degrees
    Tread Width
    7ft
    Wheel Base
    11ft
  • Dimensions - Standard Lift

  • Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
    6.33ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
    5.5ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.17ft
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
    11.17ft
    Height - Top of Hood
    8.83ft
    Height - Top of ROPS
    11.33ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
    2.08ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
    13.25ft
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
    10.75ft
    Maximum Width - Over Tires - Loaded
    9.25ft
    Note
    All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
    Overall Length - Without Bucket
    22.67ft
    Rack Back - Carry Height
    49 degrees
    Rack Back - Maximum Lift
    59 degrees
    Rack Back at Ground
    36 degrees
    Tread Width
    7ft
    Wheel Base
    11ft
  • Bucket Capacities

  • Bucket Range
    2.5-9.2 m³ (3.3-12.0 yd³)
    Bucket Range
    2.5-9.2 m³ (3.3-12.0 yd³)
  • Dimensions – Standard Lift

  • Height to Top of Hood
    8.83ft
    Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe
    11.17ft
    Height to Top of ROPS
    11.33ft
    Ground Clearance
    1.17ft
    Center Line of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
    6.33ft
    Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch
    5.50ft
    Wheelbase
    11.00ft
    Overall Length (without bucket)
    22.67ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
    2.08ft
    Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
    13.25ft
    Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
    10.75ft
    Rack Back at Maximum Lift
    59 degrees
    Rack Back at Carry Height
    49 degrees
    Rack Back at Ground
    36 degrees
    Maximum Width over Tires (loaded)
    9.25ft
    Tread Width
    7.00ft
    Note
    All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.

Equipment

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Power Train
    • Engine, Cat C7.1 meets Stage IV emission standards
    • Cat Clean Emissions Module (CEM) with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank and pump
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Fuel/water separator
    • Precleaner, engine air intake
    • Economy Mode (selectable)
    • Transmission, automatic countershaft power shift (5F/3R)
    • Torque converter, locking clutch with free wheel stator
    • Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
    • Axles, manually actuated differential lock fron taxle, open differential rear axle
    • Axles, ecology drains
    • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc with Integrated Braking Systen (IBS)
    • Brake wear indicators
    • Parking brake, disc and caliper
    • Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
    • Radiator, high debris with wide fin spacing
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab, pressureized and sound suppressed (ROPS/FOPS)
    • Viscous mounts
    • Multi-funtion 18 cm color LCD touch-screen display for rear vision camera image display (reverse travel activated) and machine status, setting and health parameters
    • EH controls, SAL (single axis lever) lift and tilt function
    • Steering, steering wheel
    • Radio ready (entertainment) includes antenna, speakers and converter (12V, 10-amp)
    • Air conditioner, heater, and defroster (auto temp and fan)
    • EH parking brake
    • Beverage holders (2) with storage compartment for cell phone/MP3 player
    • Bucket/work tool function lockout
    • Coat hook (2)
    • Cab air filter
    • Ergonomic cab access ladders and handrails
    • Horn, electric
    • Light, two dome (cab)
    • Mirrors, rearview external with integrated spot mirrors
    • Post mounted membrane 16 switch keypad
    • 2 receptables, 12V
    • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth) air suspension
    • Seat belt, 51 mm retractable, with indicator
    • Sun visor, front
    • Wet-arm wipers/washers front and rear, intermittent front wiper
    • Window, sliding (left and right sides)
    • Cab tie-off
  • Computerized Monitoring System
    • With following gauges: Speedometer/tachometer; Digital gear range indicator; Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) level; Temperature: engine coolant, hydraulic oil, transmission oil; Fuel level
    • With following warning indicators: Temperature: axle oil, engine intake manifold; Pressure: engine oil, fuel pressure hi/low, primary steering oil, service brake oil; Battery voltage hi/low; Engine air filter restriction; Hydraulic oil filter restriction; Hydraulic oil low; Parking brake; DEF low level; Transmission filter bypass
  • Electrical And Lighting
    • Batteries (2), maintenance free 1,400 CCA
    • Ignition key; start/stop switch
    • Starter, electric, heavy duty
    • Starting and charging system (24V)
    • Lighting system: Four halogen work lights (cab mounted); Two LED stop, turn, tail lights; Two halogen roading lights (with signals); Two halogen rear vision lights (hood mounted)
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, 145-amp brushed
    • Main disconnect switch
    • Receptacle start (cables not included)
    • Secondary steering
  • Cat Connect Technologies
    • Link technologies: Product Link
    • Detect technologies: rear vision camera
  • Linkage
    • Linkage, optimized Z-bar, cast crosstube/tilt lever
    • Kickout, lift and tilt, automatic (adjustable in cab)
  • Hydraulics
    • Hydraulic system, load sensing
    • Steering, load sensing
    • Ride control, 2V
    • Remote diagnostic pressure taps
    • Hoses, Cat XT
    • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seal
    • Hydraulic oil cooler (swing out)
    • Oil sampling valves
  • Fluids
    • Premixed extended life coolant with freeze protection to -34° C
  • Other Standard Equipment
    • Hood, non-metallic power tilting
    • Service centers (electrical and hydraulic)
    • Auto idle shutdown
    • Fenders with mud-flap/rear with extension
    • Ecology drains for engine, transmission, and hydraulics
    • Grill, airborne debris
    • Filters: fuel, engine air, engine oil, hydraulic oil, transmission
    • Fuel cooler
    • Grease zerks
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Precleaner rain cap
    • Sight gauges: engine coolant, hydraulic oil, and transmission oil level
    • Toolbox
    • Vandalism protection caplocks
  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Power Train
    • Axles: Automatic front/rear differential locks; Axle oil cooler; Seal guards
    • Fan, VPF (variable pitch fan), automatic and manual control
    • Radiator, high debris with wider fin spacing
  • Operator Environment
    • Door, remote opening system
    • Cover, HVAC metallic
    • EH controls, joystick lift and tilt - Additional roller switch for 4th function
    • EH controls, joystick lift and tilt - Additional integrated roller switched for 3rd and 4th functions
    • Filter, carbon fresh air
    • Mirrors, heated rearview external with integrated spot mirrors
    • Precleaner, HVAC
    • Precleaner, HVAC (RESPA)
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/USB/MP3 Bluetooth with Satellite Sirius and XM
    • Radio, CB ready
    • Seat, heated air suspension
    • Seat belt, 76 mm (3 in) retractable, with indicator
    • Steering, EH wheel with directional FNR shifter and gear selector - Additional FNR with implement controls
    • Roof, metallic
    • Steering, secondary
    • Sun visor, rear
    • Windows, rubber mounted
    • Windows, with front guard
    • Windows, with heavy duty front guard
    • Windows, with full guards front, rear and sides
  • Electrical And Lighting
    • Four additional auxiliary halogen cab mounted work lights or
    • Two additional auxiliary front HI LED and two additional auxiliary rear LED cab mounted work lights with 2 LED work lights in the radiator grill and LED front turn signals also includes replacement of the standard four halogen cab mounted work lights with four LED work lights (standard offering and only roading light available is the halogen roading light)
    • Warning amber strobe beacon
    • Reversing strobes
    • External seat belt indicator light
    • Speed limiter - 20 km/h (Europe only)
  • Starters, Batteries, And Alternators
    • Cold start - 120V
    • Cold start - 240V
  • Cat Connect Technologies
    • Link technologies: VIMS
    • Payload technologies: Advanced Productivity subscription; Cat Production Measurement 2.0; Printer; Aggregate Autodig
    • Detect technologies: Cat Rear Object Detection
    • Machine Security System
  • Work Tools
    • Fusion quick coupler
    • Performance Series buckets
    • Millyard forks
    • Grapple forks
    • Logging forks
    • Log and lumber forks
    • Pallet forks
    • Millyard pole forks
    • Woodchip buckets
    • High dump buckets
  • Hydraulics
    • 3rd function with Ride Control
    • 4th function with Ride Control
  • Fluids
    • Premixed extended life coolant with freeze protection to -50° C (-58° F)
  • Other Optional Equipment
    • Cat Autolube System
    • Fenders, roading
    • Guard, power train
    • Oil change, high speed engine
    • Precleaner, turbine
    • Precleaner, trash
    • Wheel chocks
    • Low profile tires
    • Auto idle shutdown
  • Purpose Built Specialty Models
    • Industrial & Waste
    • Forestry
    • Corrosion Resistance

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