Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 972G ➔

The Caterpillar 972G is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading trucks, and general earthmoving applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 972G is part of the company's medium to large wheel loader range and is commonly used in construction, aggregate, quarry, and industrial environments. It features a front-mounted bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited for demanding loading cycles. The model is known for its balance of lift capacity, breakout force, and operator visibility. The Caterpillar 972G remains a recognized machine in the used equipment market and is often selected for high-production loading tasks.

Bucket

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	51,210.00 lbs (23,228.49 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4.80 cu yd (3.67 cu m)
Bucket Width	10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.80 ft (3.29 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	29.70 ft (9.05 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Width Over Tires	9.80 ft (2.99 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	640.80 cu in (10,500.85 cu cm)
Engine Model	3306DITA
Gross Power	265.00 hp (197.61 kw)
Net Power	275.00 hp (205.07 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.6 seconds
Lower Time	1.8 seconds
Raise Time	6.6 seconds

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	108.40 gal (410.29 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	54.70 gal (207.04 l)
Operating Weight	54,963.50 lbs (24,931.06 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	40,397.60 lbs (18,324.07 kg)

Transmission

Caterpillar 972G Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	23.00 mph (37.01 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26.10 mph (42.00 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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