# 2025 Caterpillar 966 for Sale in Rental Fleet Machine, Subject to Availability , AL

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/wheel-loaders/966/id/84605948>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $450,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 84605948
- **Year:** 2025
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 966
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Type:** Medium Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 1078
- **Serial number:** M7R10218
- **Location:** Rental Fleet Machine, Subject to Availability , AL

## Description

Air Conditioner, Customer Value Agreement (CVA) 1000 HOUR FILTERS ONLY FROM TIME OF SALE , Mirrors, Remaining Factory Warranty PWT, HDY, TECH WARRANTY EXPIRES 09-08-28 OR 5000 HOURS , ROPS - Enclosed, Special Offers PREMIER FULL MACHINE WARRANTY EXPIRES

## Machine details

### GENERAL CONDITION

- **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes
- **Tires are Aired Up and Drivable:** Yes

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** No

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **Horn:** Good
- **ROPS:** Good

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Air Conditioner:** Good
- **Gauges:** Good
- **Switches:** Good

### ENGINE

- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Coolers:** Good
- **Fan:** Good
- **Radiator:** Good
- **Water Pump:** Good

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Alternator:** Good
- **Wiring:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Hose Lines:** Good
- **Hoses & Tubes - HYDRAULICS:** Good
- **Overall Operating Condition:** Good

## Manufacturer specifications

### Dimensions

- **Height:** 11.8333 ft (3.61 m)
- **Length:** 29.3333 ft (8.94 m)
- **Weight:** 51124 lbs (23189.49 kg)
- **Width:** 9.9167 ft (3.02 m)

### Dimensions - High Lift

- **Ground Clearance (since 2026):** 1.33 ft (0.41 m)
- **Height - Top of Hood (since 2026):** 9.42 ft (2.87 m)
- **Height - Top of ROPS (since 2026):** 11.83 ft (3.61 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height (since 2026):** 2.5 ft (0.76 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 15.75 ft (4.8 m)
- **Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 13.67 ft (4.17 m)
- **Overall Length - Without Bucket (since 2026):** 26.5 ft (8.08 m)
- **Rack Back - Carry Height (since 2026):** 49 degrees
- **Rack Back - Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 71 degrees
- **Rack Back at Ground (since 2026):** 37 degrees
- **Tread Width (since 2026):** 7.25 ft (2.21 m)
- **Wheel Base (since 2026):** 11.67 ft (3.56 m)
- **Width over Tires (Loaded) (since 2026):** 9.92 ft (3.02 m)

### Dimensions - Standard Lift

- **Ground Clearance (since 2026):** 1.33 ft (0.41 m)
- **Height - Top of Hood (since 2026):** 9.42 ft (2.87 m)
- **Height - Top of ROPS (since 2026):** 11.83 ft (3.61 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height (since 2026):** 2 ft (0.61 m)
- **Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 13.92 ft (4.24 m)
- **Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 12.08 ft (3.68 m)
- **Overall Length - Without Bucket (since 2026):** 24.33 ft (7.42 m)
- **Rack Back - Carry Height (since 2026):** 50 degrees
- **Rack Back - Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 62 degrees
- **Rack Back at Ground (since 2026):** 39 degrees
- **Tread Width (since 2026):** 7.25 ft (2.21 m)
- **Wheel Base (since 2026):** 11.67 ft (3.56 m)
- **Width over Tires (Loaded) (since 2026):** 9.92 ft (3.02 m)

### Engine

- **Biodiesel Capability (since 2026):** Up to B20¹
- **Displacement (since 2026):** 567.5 cu in (9299.68 cu cm)
- **Displacement (since 2026):** 9.3 l (2.46 gal)
- **Emissions (since 2026):** Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards.
- **Engine Model (since 2026):** Cat® C9.3B
- **Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 321 hp (239.37 kw)
- **Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 325 hp (242.36 kw)
- **Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 1313 lbs ft (1780.17 nm)
- **Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 1313 lbs ft (1780.17 nm)
- **Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 325 hp (242.36 kw)
- **Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 329 hp (245.34 kw)
- **Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 1327 lbs ft (1799.15 nm)
- **Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 1327 lbs ft (1799.15 nm)
- **Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 (since 2026):** 302 hp (225.21 kw)
- **Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 (since 2026):** 1255 lbs ft (1701.53 nm)

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Capacity (since 2022):** 3.75 - 15.5 (2.8 - 11.9)
- **Bucket Capacity (since 2025):** 3.75 - 15.5
- **Engine Power (since 2022):** 321 (239)
- **Engine Power Net (since 2025):** 321 hp (239.37 kw)
- **Engine type (since 2022):** Cat C9.3B
- **Operating Weight (since 2022):** 51,124 (23,190)
- **Operating Weight (since 2025):** 51,124 lbs (23189.49 kg)
- **OperatingWeight (since 2026):** 51,124 lbs (23189.49 kg)
- **Tip Load (since 2022):** 32,727 (14,845)
- **Tip Load (since 2025):** 32,727 lbs (14844.74 kg)
- **Travel Speed (since 2024):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph
- **Travel Speed (Fwd/Rev) (since 2025):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph
- **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2022):** 24.5 / 24.5 mph

### Hydraulic System

- **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total (since 2026):** 10.1 s
- **Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure (since 2026):** 4496 psi
- **Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,275 rpm (since 2026):** 99 gpm (374.72 lpm)

### Operating Specifications

- **Breakout Force (since 2026):** 38999 lbs ft (52874.85 nm)
- **Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn (since 2026):** 32727 lbs (14844.74 kg)
- **Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection (since 2026):** 35224 lbs (15977.36 kg)

### Service Refill Capacities

- **Cooling System (since 2026):** 17.4 gal (65.86 l)
- **Crankcase (since 2026):** 6.1 gal (23.09 l)
- **DEF Tank (since 2026):** 6.9 gal (26.12 l)
- **Differential - Final Drives - Front (since 2026):** 15.1 gal (57.15 l)
- **Fuel Tank (since 2026):** 80.1 gal (303.18 l)
- **Hydraulic Tank (since 2026):** 30.1 gal (113.93 l)
- **Transmission (since 2026):** 15.5 gal (58.67 l)

### Sound

- **Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 (since 2026):** 109 dB(A)
- **Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008² (since 2026):** 108 dB(A)
- **Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 (since 2026):** 70 dB(A)
- **Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹ (since 2026):** 69 dB(A)
- **With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note (since 2026):** Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

### Transmission

- **Forward - 1 (since 2026):** 4.2 mph (6.76 kph)
- **Forward - 2 (since 2026):** 8.4 mph (13.52 kph)
- **Forward - 3 (since 2026):** 15 mph (24.14 kph)
- **Forward - 4 (since 2026):** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)
- **Reverse - 1 (since 2026):** 4.5 mph (7.24 kph)
- **Reverse - 2 (since 2026):** 9.2 mph (14.81 kph)
- **Reverse - 3 (since 2026):** 16.5 mph (26.55 kph)
- **Reverse - 4 (since 2026):** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph)

### Weights

- **Operating Weight (since 2026):** 51124 lbs (23189.49 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 966 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 966 series is known for its articulated frame, front-mounted bucket, and hydraulic lift and tilt system. Depending on model year and configuration, the 966 may be equipped with a diesel engine, powershift transmission, and operator cab with controls for loading operations. Common uses include loading loose material, moving bulk stock, and site support work. The Caterpillar 966 remains a widely recognized mid-size wheel loader in heavy equipment fleets.

## Photos

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