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Caterpillar 972M Wheel Loader

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

The Caterpillar 972M is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, construction, and quarry applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials. The 972M features a Cat diesel engine, hydrostatic or power shift drivetrain depending on configuration, articulated steering, and a reinforced loader frame for demanding jobsite conditions. Operator controls, visibility, and service access are designed for productivity and maintenance efficiency. The 972M is available with multiple bucket and tire options to suit different site requirements and material types.

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General Specifications

Breakout Force	41,405.00 lbs ft (56,136.90 nm) Starting 2021 Model Year
Bucket Capacity	4.19 - 13 (3.2 - 9.9) Starting 2021 Model Year
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m)	3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9) Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine	C9.3 ACERT Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine Power	299 (223) Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power hp (kw)	299 (223) Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine type	Cat C9.3 Starting 2021 Model Year
Full-Turn Tip Load	38,396.00 lbs (17,416.15 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Dump Height	10.3 (3.1) Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height ft.( m)	4.4 (1.3) Starting 2016 Model Year
Net Power	311.00 hp (231.92 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	54,871 (24,889) Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	54,871 (24,889) Starting 2016 Model Year
Tip Load	40,779 (18,497) Starting 2021 Model Year
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev)	24.9 / 24.9 mph Starting 2021 Model Year

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Net Power

299.00 hp (222.97 kw)

Caterpillar 972Ms currently for sale

A Caterpillar 972M From Foley Incorporated for $200,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 972M From Zeppelin Baumaschinen for $159,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 972M From Foley Incorporated for $100,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 972M From Foley Incorporated for $111,000.00 USD

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