# 2025 Caterpillar 972-14 for Sale in Peoria, IA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $758,694.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88451733 - **Year:** 2025 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 972-14 - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Hours:** 1679 - **Serial number:** FFB10178 - **Location:** Peoria, IA ## Description Air Conditioner, Auto Shift, Auxiliary Hydraulics - 3rd Valve, Bucket, Coupler - Quick, Coupler Type - Hydraulic, Engine Enclosures, Lift - Standard, Lighting, Mirrors, Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, ROPS - Enclosed, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Weight Monitoring System ## Manufacturer specifications ### Dimensions - **Height:** 11.6667 ft (3.56 m) - **Length:** 29 ft (8.84 m) - **Weight:** 56000 lbs (25401.2 kg) - **Width:** 10.5 ft (3.2 m) ### Dimensions - High Lift - **Ground Clearance (since 2026):** 1.33 ft (0.41 m) - **Height - Top of Hood (since 2026):** 9.33 ft (2.84 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):** 15.67 ft (4.78 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):** 9.33 ft (2.84 m) - **Height - Top of ROPS (since 2026):** 11.83 ft (3.61 m) - **Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height (since 2026):** 2.27 ft (0.69 m) - **Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 14.58 ft (4.44 m) - **Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 12.58 ft (3.83 m) - **Overall Length - Without Bucket (since 2026):** 25.42 ft (7.75 m) - **Rack Back - Carry Height (since 2026):** 49 degrees - **Rack Back - Maximum Lift (since 2026):** 56 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):** 339 hp (252.8 kw) - **Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 344 hp (256.52 kw) - **Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 1375 lbs ft (1864.23 nm) - **Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 (since 2026):** 1375 lbs ft (1864.23 nm) - **Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 343 hp (255.78 kw) - **Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 348 hp (259.51 kw) - **Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 1388 kw (1861.31 hp) - **Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 (since 2026):** 1388 lbs ft (1881.85 nm) - **Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 (since 2026):** 316 hp (235.65 kw) - **Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 (since 2026):** 321 hp (239.37 kw) - **Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 (since 2026):** 1316 lbs ft (1784.23 nm) ### General Specifications - **Bucket Capacity (since 2022):** 3.75 - 18.25 (2.8 - 14) - **Bucket Capacity (since 2025):** 3.75 - 18.25 - **Engine Power (since 2022):** 339 (253) - **Engine Power Net (since 2025):** 339 hp (252.8 kw) - **Engine type (since 2022):** Cat C9.3B - **Operating Weight (since 2022):** 54,858 (24,883) - **Operating Weight (since 2025):** 54,858 lbs (24883.2 kg) - **OperatingWeight (since 2026):** 54,858 lbs (24883.2 kg) - **Tip Load (since 2022):** 35,919 (16,296) - **Tip Load (since 2025):** 35,919 lbs (16292.6 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):** 10.7 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):** 44072 lbs ft (59752.82 nm) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn (since 2026):** 35919 lbs (16292.6 kg) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection (since 2026):** 38582 lbs (17500.52 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) - **Differential - Final Drives - Rear (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):** 4.1 mph (6.6 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):** 54858 lbs (24883.2 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 972 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading trucks, and general earthmoving in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial applications. Caterpillar 972 wheel loaders are known for their articulated frame, large-capacity bucket options, and hydraulic lift and tilt systems that support efficient loading cycles. Depending on model year and configuration, the 972 may be equipped with diesel engines, powershift transmissions, and operator cab features for visibility and control. The Caterpillar 972 is commonly used in heavy-duty loading operations where productivity, durability, and maneuverability are required. ## Photos ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04ZGNkMDVjZmQwZmU0ZDExY2FlYzRkM2NmZWM2MmI3OCYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYxMTYxMw==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NGQyNzkwMzE0OWUwYzUyOTgxNDMzZDM0NDRmZWM1NCYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYzMjUwMg==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04ZTIwNzc3MzZlNmQ3ZDVlZjQyNWMxZTU4ODE2YTU4YiYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY0ODk2MQ==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZTBhODQ3OGIyMzVjM2U4YTM0NjMyYzkzYmQzYjNlMiYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYzNzYzMg==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hZWQ1YWU5MjdhNzcwNDVjYjZhMGE5ODFiZjdkOWYyZiYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY1ODMyNA==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 6](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lYjdkNGFjOGExMDVlMGYxZGU0ZWYyYjgzOWU5YmZmOSYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY0MjU2) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 7](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZDc1ZDY2YmM1ZWU5ODhhZjI1MDQ3MTMyN2Q0ZTI5MyYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiY2MDYxOQ==) ![2025 Caterpillar 972-14 photo 8](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hNzNhYjMyMmFjMzg2ZTgyY2VhN2IzYzI3OGExMzc1YSYkdHh0PUFMVE9SRkVSJTIwSU5DLiYxNjYxNA==)