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1981 Caterpillar 950 For Sale in Bethesda, MD

Name: 1981 Caterpillar 950
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88549842
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Serial Number:	31K02529
Machine Location:	BETHESDA, MD
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Description:

1981 Caterpillar 950 4WD Articulated Wheel Loader

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The Caterpillar 950 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. Positioned in Caterpillar's medium wheel loader class, the 950 is commonly used in aggregate yards, construction sites, waste handling, and industrial material movement. It is typically equipped with a front-mounted bucket and articulated steering for maneuverability in confined work areas. Depending on model year and configuration, the Caterpillar 950 may feature different engine, transmission, hydraulic, and cab options. The model is recognized for balanced performance, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of attachments used in loading and site support operations.

Bucket
Breakout Force	10,320 lbs (4,681 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	2 cu yd (2 cu m)
Bucket Width	8 ft (2 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9 ft (3 m)
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11 ft (3 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12 ft (4 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	20 ft (6 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires	8 ft (2 m)
Engine
Displacement	427 cu in (7,001 cu cm)
Engine Model	3304T
Net Power	130 hp (97 kw)
General Specifications
Breakout Force (Since 2023)	40,690 lbs ft (55,168 nm)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2023)	3.3.12 cu yd
Bucket Capacity (Since 2023)	3.75 - 5.75 (2.9 - 4.4)
Bucket Capacity (2024)	3.75 - 5.75 (2.9 - 4.4)
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) (Since 2025)	3.75 - 5.75 (2.9 - 4.4)
Engine (Since 2023)	C7.1
Engine Power (Since 2023)	231 (172)
Engine Power (2024)	231 (172)
Engine Power Net hp (kW) (Since 2025)	231 (172)
Engine type (Since 2023)	Cat C7.1
Engine type (2024)	Cat C7.1
Engine type (2025)	Cat C7.1
Full-Turn Tipping Load (Since 2023)	26,369 lbs (11,961 kg)
Net Power (Since 2023)	251 hp (187 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2023)	42,421 (19,242)
Operating Weight (Since 2023)	42,461 lbs (19,260 kg)
Operating Weight (Since 2024)	42,421 (19,242)
Operating Weight lbs. (kg) (Since 2025)	42,421 (19,242)
Tip Load (Since 2023)	26,369 (11,961)
Tip Load (2024)	26,369 (11,961)
Tip Load lbs. (kg) (Since 2025)	26,369 (11,961)
Travel Speed (Since 2024)	24.5 / 16 mph
Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) (Since 2025)	24.5 / 16 mph
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (Since 2023)	24.5 / 16 mph
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Lower Time	3 seconds
Raise Time	6 seconds
Operating Specifications
Fuel Capacity	53 gal (201 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	41 gal (155 l)
Operating Weight	28,500 lbs (12,927 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	21,451 lbs (9,730 kg)
Tire Size	20.5-25 12PR(L-2)
Transmission
Max Speed - Forward	22 mph (36 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	27 mph (43 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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1981 Caterpillar 950 For Sale in Bethesda, MD

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