1986 Caterpillar 966D For Sale in Truro, Ns

Name: 1986 Caterpillar 966D
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 89224071
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Machine Info:

Hours:	22881
Serial Number:	99Y04375
Machine Location:	TRURO, NS

Description:

Enclosed Cab, 119 in Bucket, 26.5-25 Tires

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The Caterpillar 966D is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving applications. Built by Caterpillar, the 966D is part of the company's medium-size wheel loader line and is commonly used in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial sites. It features a front-mounted bucket, articulated steering, and a diesel powertrain suited for repetitive loading cycles. The 966D is known 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 and value.

Bucket
Breakout Force	_ -
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3 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	2 ft (1 m)
Length	29 ft (9 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground	26 ft (8 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	4 ft (1 m)
Weight	43,500 lbs (19,731 kg)
Wheelbase	11 ft (3 m)
Width	10 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	200 hp (149 kw)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 sec
Lower Time	3 sec
Raise Time	6 sec
Operational
Fuel Capacity	81 gal (308 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	61 gal (230 l)
Operating Weight	43,001 lbs (19,505 kg)
Static Tipping Weight	30,367 lbs (13,774 kg)
Turning Radius	24 ft (7 m)
Transmission
Max Speed - Forward	21 mph (34 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	24 mph (38 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	4

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1986 Caterpillar 966D For Sale in Truro, Ns

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