Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 966R ➔

The Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader is a versatile and high-performance machine designed for heavy-duty applications. With a bucket breakout force of 25910 lbs and a bucket capacity ranging from 3.5 to 4.1 cubic yards, this loader is capable of handling a variety of materials with ease. Its powerful 170.4 hp engine, quick hydraulic system response times, and operating weight of 36890 lbs make it a reliable choice for loading and material handling tasks. The 966R offers impressive speed and agility with a maximum speed of 21.7 mph forward and 24.2 mph in reverse, ensuring efficiency on the job site.

Bucket

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	25,910.00 lbs (11,752.59 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4.10 cu yd (3.13 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	3.50 cu yd (2.68 cu m)
Bucket Width	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.80 ft (2.99 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.10 ft (3.99 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	22.60 ft (6.89 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Wheelbase	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Width Over Tires	9.10 ft (2.77 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	640.80 cu in (10,500.85 cu cm)
Engine Model	3306
Gross Power	170.40 hp (127.07 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.6 seconds
Lower Time	3.8 seconds
Raise Time	6.2 seconds

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	65.00 gal (246.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	52.10 gal (197.20 l)
Operating Weight	36,890.00 lbs (16,733.04 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	27,941.40 lbs (12,674.02 kg)
Tire Size	23.5-25
Turning Radius	22.30 ft (6.80 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 966R Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	21.70 mph (34.92 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	24.20 mph (38.95 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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