# 2023 Caterpillar 973K for Sale in Corpus Christi, TX

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/crawler-loaders/973k/id/88440773>

## Listing details

- **Price:** Call for price
- **Listing ID:** 88440773
- **Year:** 2023
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 973K
- **Category:** Crawler Loaders
- **Hours:** 3482
- **Serial number:** MKL00513
- **Location:** Corpus Christi, TX

## Description

Online Owner's Manual

## Manufacturer specifications

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Width (since 2021):** 117 in (297.18 cm)
- **Engine (since 2021):** C9.3 ACERT
- **Engine (since 2023):** C9.3
- **Net Power (since 2021):** 275 hp (205.07 kw)
- **Operating Weight (since 2021):** 63900 lbs (28984.59 kg)
- **Rated Bucket Cap. (since 2021):** 4.2 cu yd
- **Rated Bucket Capacity (since 2023):** 4.2 cu yd

## About this model

The Caterpillar 973K is a crawler loader designed for material handling, loading, site preparation, and general earthmoving applications. It combines tracked undercarriage traction with a front loader bucket for work on soft, uneven, or rough terrain. The 973K is commonly used in construction, quarry, forestry, waste handling, and industrial material movement. Caterpillar equipped the model with a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. As a crawler loader, the 973K is valued for pushing, loading, and carrying material where wheeled loaders may have limited traction or stability.

## Photos

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