Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Specs

Category: Crawler Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 963C ➔

The Caterpillar 963C is a crawler loader designed for material handling, site preparation, stockpiling, and general earthmoving. Built by Caterpillar, the 963C combines tracked undercarriage traction with a front loader bucket for work on soft, uneven, or confined terrain. It is commonly used in construction, aggregate, waste handling, and industrial applications. The machine is known for its balance of loader productivity, maneuverability, and ground contact stability. Typical configurations include a diesel engine, hydrostatic or power train components, and a cab or canopy operator station. The 963C remains a recognized model in Caterpillar's crawler loader lineup.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Dimensions specifications
Clearance at Full Height and Dump	10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Ground Clearance	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Length to Front of Track	15.20 ft (4.63 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Reach at Dump Height	3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	7.60 ft (2.32 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Displacement	439.40 cu in (7,200.49 cu cm)
Engine Model	3126B ATAAC
Net Power	158.00 hp (117.82 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.3 seconds
Lower Time	2.1 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	56.80 gpm (214.99 lpm)
Pump Type	VANE
Raise Time	6.6 seconds
Relief Valve Pressure	3045 psi

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	70 amps
Breakout Force Bucket	43,133.00 lbs (19,561.45 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	3.10 cu yd (2.37 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	2.70 cu yd (2.06 cu m)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	8.10 gal (30.66 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Final Drive Fluid Capacity - each	4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Fuel Capacity	83.30 gal (315.29 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	42.30 gal (160.11 l)
Max Speed	6.10 mph (9.82 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	43,186.40 lbs (19,585.67 kg)
Static Tipping Load	29,903.60 lbs (13,561.72 kg)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 963C Crawler Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	4,185.10 cu in (68,581.65 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	10.5 psi
Length of Track on Ground	8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Number of Shoes per Side	37
Number of Track Rollers per Side	6
Track Gauge	72.90 in (185.17 cm)
Track Shoe Width	21.70 in (55.12 cm)

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