# 2012 Caterpillar 972K for Sale in Lebanon, PA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $97,500.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 89279934 - **Year:** 2012 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 972K - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Serial number:** CAT0972KTZ4W00310 - **Location:** Lebanon, PA ## Description VERY CLEAN LOADER WITH SCALES,GP BUCKET, CAB WITH HEAT AND AIR, UNIT HAS SOME TIME ON IT BUT WAS TAKEN CARE OF. ## Manufacturer specifications ### Axles - **Front:** Fixed - **Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall:** 19.5 in (49.53 cm) - **Rear:** Oscillating ?13 degrees ### Brakes - **Brakes:** Meet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards ### Buckets - **Bucket Capacities:** 2.90 m3-9.90 m3 (3.75 yd3-13.00 yd3) ### Cab - **Rops/Fops:** Meets SAE and ISO standards ### Dimensions - **Height:** 11.5833 ft (3.53 m) - **Length:** 30.75 ft (9.37 m) - **Weight:** 57770 lbs (26204.06 kg) - **Width:** 10.6667 ft (3.25 m) ### Engine - **Bore:** 4.5 in (11.43 cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** C9.3 ACERT - **Engine Model:** Cat? C9.3 ACERT? - **Gross Power:** 322 hp (240.12 kw) - **Max Torque:** 1051 lbs ft (1424.95 nm) - **Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 318 hp (237.14 kw) - **Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric:** 322 hp (240.12 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269:** 288 hp (214.77 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 - Metric:** 292 hp (217.75 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249:** 288 hp (214.77 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric:** 292 hp (217.75 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 288 hp (214.77 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric:** 292 hp (217.75 kw) - **Net Power:** 288 hp (214.77 kw) - **Net Power - Iso 9249:** 288 hp (214.77 kw) - **Peak Gross Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1051 lbs ft (1424.95 nm) - **Peak Net Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 985 lbs ft (1335.46 nm) - **Stroke:** 5.9 in (14.99 cm) ### Hydraulic System - **Dump Time:** 2 sec - **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, At Maximum Raise:** 2 s - **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down:** 2.4 s - **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise From Carry Position:** 5.9 s - **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total:** 10.3 s - **Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure:** 4496 psi - **Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,275 Rpm:** 90 gpm (340.65 lpm) - **Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow:** 79.3 gpm (300.15 lpm) - **Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure:** 3000 psi - **Pump Flow Capacity:** 90 gpm (340.65 lpm) - **Pump Type:** PISTON - **Raise Time:** 5.9 sec - **Relief Valve Setting:** 4496 psi - **Steering System - Pump Type:** Piston ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force:** 44075 lbs (19992.11 kg) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Iso 14397-1\*:** 35963 lbs (16312.56 kg) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Rigid Tires\*\*:** 38884 lbs (17637.51 kg) ### Operational - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 17.4 gal (65.86 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 101 gal (382.29 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 52.3 gal (197.96 l) - **Operating Weight:** 57770 lbs (26204.06 kg) - **Transmission Fluid Capacity:** 13.2 gal (49.96 l) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 17.4 gal (65.86 l) - **Crankcase:** 6.5 gal (24.6 l) - **Differential - Final Drives - Front:** 16.9 gal (63.97 l) - **Differential - Final Drives - Rear:** 16.9 gal (63.97 l) - **Fuel Tank - Standard:** 101 gal (382.29 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 52.3 gal (197.96 l) - **Transmission:** 13.2 gal (49.96 l) ### Sound - **Standards:** Standards ### Tires - **Tires:** Choices ### Transmission - **Forward - 1:** 4.4 mph (7.08 kph) - **Forward - 2:** 7.8 mph (12.55 kph) - **Forward - 3:** 13.3 mph (21.4 kph) - **Forward - 4:** 22.9 mph (36.85 kph) - **Max Speed - Forward:** 22.9 mph (36.85 kph) - **Max Speed - Reverse:** 26.2 mph (42.16 kph) - **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4 - **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4 - **Reverse - 1:** 5 mph (8.05 kph) - **Reverse - 2:** 8.9 mph (14.32 kph) - **Reverse - 3:** 15.2 mph (24.46 kph) - **Reverse - 4:** 26.2 mph (42.16 kph) ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 57770 lbs (26204.06 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 972K is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving in construction, quarry, and aggregate applications. It is part of Caterpillar's K Series wheel loader line and is typically equipped with a diesel engine, articulated steering, and a hydraulic lift and tilt system for bucket operation. The 972K is used with a range of bucket and attachment options to support loading, site preparation, and bulk material movement. Known for its heavy-duty frame and operator cab, the model is commonly selected for high-production loading tasks in demanding jobsite conditions. ## Photos ![2012 Caterpillar 972K](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/XMNrG1IhSGC2cA8PlkL4) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 2](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Oy5GI2snRyngUP0KV2aQ) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 3](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/eXbWTRv9SkCdRNWyM3Qe) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 4](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/aqe8IfQRTGOTJV0HFdJR) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 5](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Pg8cVXxTjeb9Qmub1xww) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 6](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/dzEsF13SSGztZWD3obtE) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 7](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/usk53M5gQriUP6y4DRGV) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 8](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/VK0AZkB7RjyNOnnpJlCM) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 9](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Ad0Cxo3HR2umXUWKoTwo) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 10](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/tPlI3Lk6QWyruy3rMIjW) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 11](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/WcttvCHTTpClIEiyI7m0) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 12](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Bky770UoQbi17Q50JuBh) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 13](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/1JMYI7fKQb2xxVNKdbhw) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 14](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/es5wf4hLRiG3uKlMFmWw) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 15](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/RVwnXOSWTJaZbYC3Mmbm) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 16](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Caj6qQuNR8SiwIMRXDiL) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 17](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/Ap20Qz3QYGwgcr4XugLI) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 18](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/UnOw9s8qSJ6Qe1B1xiMJ) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 19](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/08vspvOJSBGFTcTNwjAP) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 20](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/p3oWrVpRQN6yKUqueIET) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 21](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/JoqOKsorTpA3JoBOFcsx) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 22](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/cPnGxLuQTgCMItTbsXch) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 23](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/HxQ8DTpZQhWpCoQZLEXX) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 24](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/nWAjhNoPTOyMHaogE003) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 25](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/t410XfQS2uGj57wS2ltn) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 26](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/m092MvvVQ9mAs59NhoVA) ![2012 Caterpillar 972K photo 27](https://cdn.filepicker.io/api/file/oMTduWPlS4iOW5p39gO9)