Category : Crawler Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 963D ➔
The Caterpillar 963D is a crawler loader designed for material handling, site preparation, stockpiling, and general earthmoving applications. It combines tracked mobility with a front-mounted loader bucket for loading, grading, backfilling, and cleanup work on construction, quarry, and industrial sites. The 963D is part of Caterpillar's crawler loader lineup and is built for traction, stability, and operation on soft or uneven ground. Typical uses include bulk material movement, utility work, and loading trucks or hoppers. The model is commonly referenced in equipment fleets, rental inventories, and used machinery listings for its versatility and tracked loader configuration.
Bucket Cycle Times
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Bucket Cycle Times specifications
Cycle Time - Dump
1.3 s
Cycle Time - Float Down
2.9 s
Cycle Time - Raise
5.8 s
Cycle Time - Total
6.4 s
Buckets
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Buckets specifications
Bucket Width - General Purpose
102.80 in (261.11 cm)
Bucket Width - Multi-Purpose
101.30 in (257.30 cm)
Capacity - General Purpose
3.2 cu yd
Capacity - Multi-Purpose
2.6 cu yd
Dimensions
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Dimensions specifications
Clearance At Full Height And Dump
10.35 ft (3.15 m)
Ground Clearance
1.54 ft (0.47 m)
Height
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
10.94 ft (3.33 m)
Length
22.83 ft (6.96 m)
Length To Front Of Track
15.58 ft (4.75 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
21.51 ft (6.56 m)
Reach At Dump Height
3.81 ft (1.16 m)
Weight
44,577.00 lbs (20,219.81 kg)
Width
7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks
7.48 ft (2.28 m)
Drive System
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Drive System specifications
Track Motor
Two, variable displacement, bent axis motors
Engine
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Engine specifications
Bore
4.20 in (10.67 cm)
Displacement
402.80 cu in (6,600.72 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat C6.6 ACERT
Flywheel Power
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Net Power
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Net Power - Cat
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349
189.00 hp (140.94 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2000 rpm
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Hydraulic specifications
Dump Time
1.3 sec
Lower Time
3.7 sec
Pump Flow Capacity
55.20 gpm (208.93 lpm)
Pump Type
Closed center, load sensing/piston
Raise Time
5.7 sec
Relief Valve Pressure
3989 psi
Hydraulic System - Equipment
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Hydraulic System - Equipment specifications
Hydraulic System - Equipment Type
Closed center, load sensing / piston
Main Relief Valve Setting
4061 psi
Output
55.20 gpm (208.93 lpm)
Operational
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Operational specifications
Breakout Force - Std Bucket
46,908.00 lbs (21,277.14 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
3 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck
2.7 cu yd
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
8.30 gal (31.42 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Final Drive Fluid Capacity - Each
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Fuel Capacity
105.60 gal (399.70 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
23.70 gal (89.70 l)
Max Speed
6.00 mph (9.66 kph)
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
44,577.00 lbs (20,219.81 kg)
Static Tipping Load
33,001.00 lbs (14,969.02 kg)
Ripper Specifications
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Ripper Specifications specifications
Addition To Machine Length Due To Ripper In Transportation Position
19.40 in (49.28 cm)
Cylinders - Bore
4.49 in (11.40 cm)
Cylinders - Stroke
11.30 in (28.70 cm)
Ground Clearance
34.40 in (87.38 cm)
Number Of Pockets
3
Overall Width/Beam
76.70 in (194.82 cm)
Penetration
10.60 in (26.92 cm)
Ripping Width
72.30 in (183.64 cm)
Shank Cross Section
58.5 mm x 138 mm 50 in x 5.4 in
Type
Radial
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
8.30 gal (31.42 l)
Crankcase - With Filter
4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Final Drive - Each
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Fuel Tank
105.60 gal (399.70 l)
Hydraulic Tank
23.70 gal (89.70 l)
Pivot Shaft
0.50 gal (1.89 l)
Standards
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Standards specifications
Brakes
Brakes
Cab
Cab
Rops/Fops
ROPS/FOPS
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
4340 in2
Ground Contact Area - Optional Shoe
3565 in2
Ground Contact Area - Standard Shoe
4340 in2
Ground Pressure
10.3 psi
Ground Pressure - Optional Shoe
12.4 psi
Ground Pressure - Standard Shoe
10.3 psi
Grouser Height - Double Grouser
1.65 in (4.19 cm)
Length Of Track On Ground
8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Number Of Shoes - Each Side
38
Number Of Shoes Per Side
38
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
7
Track Gauge
72.80 in (184.91 cm)
Track On Ground
100.10 in (254.25 cm)
Track Rollers - Each Side
7
Track Shoe Type
Double Grouser
Track Shoe Width
21.50 in (54.61 cm)
Track Shoe Width - Optional
17.70 in (44.96 cm)
Track Shoe Width - Standard
21.60 in (54.86 cm)
Weights
Caterpillar 963D Crawler Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
44,577.00 lbs (20,219.81 kg)
