1970 Caterpillar 966C

Name: 1970 Caterpillar 966C
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 89158541
Availability: OutOfStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	6683
Serial Number:	76J3038
Machine Location:	LOS ANGELES, CA

Description:

Located in Lane 13 Spot 7, Open Operator Station, 112 in Bucket, 23.5R25 Tires Closing Time: 2026-09-15 09:06:30 AM

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The Caterpillar 966C is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general earthmoving applications. Part of Caterpillar's 966 series, the 966C is a mid-size loader commonly used in construction, aggregate, quarry, and industrial work sites. It features a front-mounted bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited for repetitive loading cycles and site transport. The 966C is recognized for its serviceability, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of attachments and bucket configurations. As a used machine, condition, hours, and maintenance history are key factors affecting performance, value, and operating reliability.

Bucket
Breakout Force	25,578 lbs (11,602 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 cu yd
Bucket Width	10 ft (3 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	10 ft (3 m)
Dimensions
Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height	12 ft (4 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	12 ft (4 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14 ft (4 m)
Length	22 ft (7 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground	22 ft (7 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3 ft (1 m)
Weight	36,900 lbs (16,738 kg)
Width	9 ft (3 m)
Width Over Tires	9 ft (3 m)
Engine
Displacement	641 cu in (10,501 cu cm)
Engine Make	2,236
Engine Model	3,306
Net Power	170 hp (127 kw)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 sec
Lower Time	4 sec
Raise Time	6 sec
Operational
Fuel Capacity	65 gal (246 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	52 gal (197 l)
Operating Weight	36,900 lbs (16,738 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	28,153 lbs (12,770 kg)
Tire Size	20.5-25 12 PR(L-3)
Transmission
Max Speed - Forward	24 mph (38 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	28 mph (45 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	4

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