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2012 Caterpillar 972K For Sale in Tukwila, WA

Name: 2012 Caterpillar 972K
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88441124
Price: 95000 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	18716
Serial Number:	Z4W00246
Machine Location:	TUKWILA, WA
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/4580588

Description:

AS IS, AS EQUIPPED, Online Owner's Manual

Machine Details:

GENERAL CONDITION
Machine Starts and is Operable	Yes
S.O.S. (All Compartments)	No
Tires are Aired Up and Drivable	Yes
VIDS/VIMS Download Available	No
GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	Yes
SAFETY ITEMS
ROPS Certification Plate	Yes
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Safety Decals Legible	Full
ENGINE
Apparent Other Engine Damage	No
Blow By	No
Fuel Leaks	No
Knocking	No
Oil Leaks	No
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Compression in Radiator	No
Oil in Anti-Freeze	No
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Alternator	Good
Wiring	Good
TRANSMISSION
Mag Screens Checked	No
Transmission - Noisy	No
STEERING
Articulate P & B	Good
Hand Metering Unit	Good
Lines / Fittings - STEERING	Good
Pumps	Good
Steering Cylinder	Good
Steering Linkage	Good
Steering Valves / Pumps	Good
Steering Wheel Tilt / Extend	Good
Supplemental Steer	Good
Valves	Good
BRAKE
Holds In Park	Yes
Leaks - BRAKE	No
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
Bucket Bottom	Good
Bucket Floor	Good
Bucket Linkage - BUCKET	Good
Bucket P & B	Good
Bucket Sides	Good
Cutting Edges	Good
Loader Frame	Good
Loader Pins & Bushings	Good
Quick Coupler	Good
FINAL DRIVES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	No
TIRES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	20
COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	Machine in operation on arrival. Started well warm, and appeared to operate well. Overall condition appears excellent considering age/hours.
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	Tires approx. 20% remaining overall.

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 972K is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, quarry, and construction applications. It is part of Caterpillar's K Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials. The 972K features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lifting system, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. It is available with multiple bucket and tire options to suit different site conditions. The model is recognized for its production capacity, durability, and compatibility with a range of work tools and attachments in heavy-duty loading operations.

Axles
Front	Fixed
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall	20 in (50 cm)
Rear	Oscillating ?13 degrees
Brakes
Brakes	Meet OSHA SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards
Bucket
Bucket Capacities	13 cu yd (10 cu m)
Cab
ROPS/FOPS	Meets SAE and ISO standards
Engine
Bore	5 in (11 cm)
Engine Model	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Gross Power	322 hp (240 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269	288 hp (215 kw)
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 rpm - EEC 80/1269 - Metric	292 hp (218 kw)
Net Power	288 hp (215 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	288 hp (215 kw)
Peak Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349	985 lbs ft (1,335 nm)
Stroke	6 in (15 cm)
Hydraulic System
Dump Time	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down	2 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position	6 seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	10 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4,496 psi
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow	79 gpm (300 lpm)
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure	3,000 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	90 gpm (341 lpm)
Pump Type	PISTON
Raise Time	6 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	4,496 psi
Steering System - Pump Type	Piston
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force	44,075 lbs (19,992 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	17 gal (66 l)
Fuel Capacity	101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	52 gal (198 l)
Operating Weight	57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	13 gal (50 l)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System	17 gal (66 l)
Crankcase	7 gal (25 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	17 gal (64 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	17 gal (64 l)
Fuel Tank - Standard	101 gal (382 l)
Hydraulic Tank	52 gal (198 l)
Transmission	13 gal (50 l)
Sound
Standards	Standards
Tires
Tires	Choices
Transmission
Forward - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Forward - 2	8 mph (13 kph)
Forward - 3	13 mph (21 kph)
Forward - 4	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Forward	23 mph (37 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	26 mph (42 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Reverse - 1	5 mph (8 kph)
Reverse - 2	9 mph (14 kph)
Reverse - 3	15 mph (24 kph)
Reverse - 4	26 mph (42 kph)
Weights
Operating Weight	57,770 lbs (26,204 kg)

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