# 1988 Caterpillar 966E for Sale in Madera, CA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $44,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 49366277 - **Year:** 1988 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 966E - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Type:** Medium Wheel Loaders - **Location:** Madera, CA ## Description Canopy,, CAT 3306 DI,, 26.5-25 Tires,, Quick Attach Bucket, ## Machine details ### General Specifications - **ropstype:** Open ## Manufacturer specifications ### Bucket - **Breakout Force:** 41918 lbs (19013.71 kg) - **Bucket Capacity - Heaped:** 4.71 cu yd - **Bucket Capacity - Struck:** 4.18 cu yd - **Bucket Width:** 10.04 ft (3.06 m) - **Dump Clearance At Max Raise:** 9.76 ft (2.97 m) ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 1.65 ft (0.5 m) - **Height:** 11.5833 ft (3.53 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 11.75 ft (3.58 m) - **Hinge Pin - Max Height:** 1.51 ft (0.46 m) - **Length:** 26.75 ft (8.15 m) - **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 26.92 ft (8.21 m) - **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 4.22 ft (1.29 m) - **Weight:** 44767 lbs (20305.99 kg) - **Wheelbase:** 11 ft (3.35 m) - **Width:** 9.6667 ft (2.95 m) - **Width Over Tires:** 9.81 ft (2.99 m) ### Engine - **Displacement:** 640.8 cu in (10500.85 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** 3306 - **Gross Power:** 216 hp (161.07 kw) ### Hydraulic System - **Dump Time:** 2 sec - **Lower Time:** 2.4 sec - **Raise Time:** 7.1 sec ### Operational - **Fuel Capacity:** 80.4 gal (304.31 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 54.2 gal (205.15 l) - **Operating Weight:** 44551.1 lbs (20208.06 kg) - **Static Tipping Weight:** 30547.3 lbs (13856.04 kg) - **Tire Size:** 26.5-25 14PR - **Turning Radius:** 23.4 ft (7.13 m) ### Transmission - **Max Speed - Forward:** 23.8 mph (38.3 kph) - **Max Speed - Reverse:** 27.1 mph (43.61 kph) - **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4 - **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4 ## About this model The Caterpillar 966E is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving applications. Part of Caterpillar's 966 series, the 966E is known for its articulated frame, front-mounted loader linkage, and diesel-powered drivetrain. It is commonly used in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial site operations. Typical features include a hydraulic lifting system, enclosed operator cab, and large-capacity bucket options. The 966E was built for productivity in loading and transport cycles, with service access and durable components suited to demanding jobsite conditions. 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