# Caterpillar 972G for Sale in Tuscaloosa, AL

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> This machine is being sold for parts.

## Listing details

- **Price:** Call for price
- **Listing ID:** 47391636
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 972G
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Serial number:** 4WW325
- **Location:** Tuscaloosa, AL

## Manufacturer specifications

### Bucket

- **Breakout Force:** 51210 lbs (23228.49 kg)
- **Bucket Capacity - Heaped:** 4.74 cu yd
- **Bucket Width:** 10.57 ft (3.22 m)
- **Dump Clearance At Max Raise:** 10.8 ft (3.29 m)

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m)
- **Height:** 11.6667 ft (3.56 m)
- **Length:** 29.5 ft (8.99 m)
- **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 29.65 ft (9.04 m)
- **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 4.2 ft (1.28 m)
- **Weight:** 55310 lbs (25083.9 kg)
- **Width:** 9.5833 ft (2.92 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 9.72 ft (2.96 m)

### Engine

- **Displacement:** 640.8 cu in (10500.85 cu cm)
- **Engine Model:** 3306DITA
- **Gross Power:** 265 hp (197.61 kw)
- **Net Power:** 275 hp (205.07 kw)

### Hydraulic System

- **Dump Time:** 1.6 sec
- **Lower Time:** 1.8 sec
- **Raise Time:** 6.6 sec

### Operational

- **Fuel Capacity:** 108.4 gal (410.29 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 54.7 gal (207.04 l)
- **Operating Weight:** 54963.5 lbs (24931.06 kg)
- **Static Tipping Weight:** 40397.6 lbs (18324.07 kg)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 23 mph (37.01 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 26.1 mph (42 kph)
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4

## About this model

The Caterpillar 972G is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving applications. Part of Caterpillar's G-series lineup, the 972G is known for its articulated frame, hydraulic lifting system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. It is commonly used in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial site operations. The machine typically features a diesel engine, powershift transmission, and large-capacity bucket options for efficient loading cycles. The Caterpillar 972G wheel loader is valued for its durability, serviceability, and compatibility with a range of attachments and worksite conditions.

## Photos

![Caterpillar 972G](https://s3.amazonaws.com/equipment.ceg/noimage.jpg)