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1970 Caterpillar 966C For Sale in Denver, Co

1970 Caterpillar 966C

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Machine Info:

Serial Number:76J3977
Machine Location:DENVER, CO

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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)
General Specifications
Approx. Shipping Wt. (Since 1968) 36,890 lbs (16,733 kg)
Breakout Force (Since 1968) 25,578 lbf (11,600 kgf)
Dump Clearance at max height (Since 1968) 116 in (295 cm)
Flywheel Horse- power (Since 1968) 170 hp (127 kw)
Ground Clearance (Since 1968) 16 in (40 cm)
Max.Reach at max height (Since 1968) 56 in (142 cm)
Maximum Forward Speed (Since 1968) 24 mph (38 kph)
Maximum Reverse Speed (Since 1968) 28 mph (45 kph)
Product Identification Prefix (Since 1968) 76J
Rated Capacity (Since 1968) 4 cu yd (3 cu m)
Remarks (Since 1968) 3306 Engine
Width Over Tires (Since 1968) 109 in (277 cm)
Years Built (Since 1968) 1,968 - 1,981
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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