# Caterpillar 972M for Sale in Piscataway, NJ **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $100,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 77924815 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 972M - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Hours:** 12587 - **Serial number:** A8P00506 - **Location:** Piscataway, NJ ## Description Air Conditioner, Auto Shift, Beacon, Bucket, Differential Lock, Lighting, Mirrors, Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, Radio - Bluetooth, ROPS - Enclosed, Steering Type - Joystick, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, Weight Monitoring System ## Machine details ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** Yes ### SAFETY ITEMS - **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Current O&MM:** Yes - **Current Safety Manual:** Yes ### ENGINE - **Blow By:** Yes - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** Yes ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Coolers:** Good - **Fan:** Good - **Radiator:** Good - **Water Pump:** Good ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Ether Aid:** Yes ### TRANSMISSION - **Transmission - Noisy:** No ### STEERING - **Articulate P & B:** Good - **Steering Cylinder:** Good - **Steering Linkage:** Good ### HYDRAULICS - **Accumulator Charge - Ride Control:** Good - **Bucket & Hoist Kickout:** Good - **Control Linkage:** Good - **Hose Lines:** Good - **Lift Cylinders:** Good - **Overall Operating Condition:** Good - **Tank:** Good - **Tilt Cylinder:** Good ### BUCKET - **Transmission - Noisy:** CAT. Some asphalt stuck to bucket. ### FINAL DRIVES - **Differentials:** Good - **Front Axle:** Good - **Rear Axle:** Fair - **Wheel Lugs & Rims - FINAL DRIVES:** Good ### TIRES - **Transmission - Noisy:** 26.5-25 ## Manufacturer specifications ### Bucket Capacities - **Bucket Range:** 3.20-9.94 m (4.19-13.0 yd) ### Buckets - **Bucket Capacities:** 3.20-9.94 m (4.19-13.0 yd) ### Dimensions - **Height:** 11.75 ft (3.58 m) - **Length:** 30.5833 ft (9.32 m) - **Weight:** 54871 lbs (24884.81 kg) - **Width:** 9.8333 ft (3 m) ### Dimensions - High Lift - **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight:** 8.17 ft (2.49 m) - **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch:** 5.83 ft (1.78 m) - **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m) - **Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe:** 11.58 ft (3.53 m) - **Height - Top Of Hood:** 9.17 ft (2.8 m) - **Height - Top Of Rops:** 11.75 ft (3.58 m) - **Hinge Pin Height At Carry:** 2.58 ft (0.79 m) - **Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift:** 15.75 ft (4.8 m) - **Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift:** 13.5 ft (4.11 m) - **Maximum Width Over Tires:** 9.92 ft (3.02 m) - **Note:** All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. - **Overall Length - Without Bucket:** 26.67 ft (8.13 m) - **Rack Back - Carry Height:** 49 degrees - **Rack Back - Maximum Lift:** 71 degrees - **Rack Back At Ground:** 39 degrees - **Tread Width:** 7.33 ft (2.23 m) - **Wheel Base:** 11.67 ft (3.56 m) ### Dimensions - Standard Lift - **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Edge Of Counterweight:** 8.17 ft (2.49 m) - **Centerline Of Rear Axle To Hitch:** 5.83 ft (1.78 m) - **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m) - **Height - Top Of Exhaust Pipe:** 11.58 ft (3.53 m) - **Height - Top Of Hood:** 9.17 ft (2.8 m) - **Height - Top Of Rops:** 11.75 ft (3.58 m) - **Hinge Pin Height At Carry:** 2.25 ft (0.69 m) - **Hinge Pin Height At Maximum Lift:** 14.67 ft (4.47 m) - **Lift Arm Clearance At Maximum Lift:** 12.58 ft (3.83 m) - **Maximum Width Over Tires:** 9.92 ft (3.02 m) - **Note:** All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. - **Overall Length - Without Bucket:** 25.58 ft (7.8 m) - **Rack Back - Carry Height:** 50 degrees - **Rack Back - Maximum Lift:** 56 degrees - **Rack Back At Ground:** 41 degrees - **Tread Width:** 7.33 ft (2.23 m) - **Wheel Base:** 11.67 ft (3.56 m) ### Engine - **Displacement:** 568 cu in (9307.87 cu cm) - **Engine Model:** Cat C9.3 ACERT - **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249:** 299 hp (222.97 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric:** 303 hp (225.95 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349:** 299 hp (222.97 kw) - **Maximum Net Power - 1,700 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric:** 303 hp (225.95 kw) - **Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 Rpm:** 1204 lbs ft (1632.38 nm) - **Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 Rpm:** 1220 lbs ft (1654.08 nm) - **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 331 hp (246.83 kw) - **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 14396 - Metric:** 336 hp (250.56 kw) - **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 337 hp (251.31 kw) - **Maximum Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric:** 341 hp (254.29 kw) - **Net Power - Iso 9249:** 299 hp (222.97 kw) - **Note:** The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. - **Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Iso 14396:** 1261 lbs ft (1709.66 nm) - **Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 Rpm - Sae J1995:** 1275 lbs ft (1728.65 nm) ### Engine - Tier 3/Stage Iiia Equivalent - **Emissions:** Tier 3/Stage IIIA ### Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage Iv - **Emissions:** Tier 4/Stage IV ### General Specifications - **Bucket Capacity (since 2016):** 3.8 - 13.0 - **Bucket Capacity (since 2017):** 3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9) - **Bucket Capacity (since 2021):** 4.19 - 13 (3.2 - 9.9) - **Engine Power (since 2016):** 299 hp (222.97 kw) - **Engine Power (since 2017):** 299 (223) - **Engine type (since 2016):** Cat C9.3 ACERT - **Engine type (since 2020):** Cat C9.3 - **Max Dump Height (since 2016):** 4.4 ft (1.34 m) - **Max Dump Height (since 2017):** 4.4 (1.3) - **Max Dump Height (since 2019):** 10.3 (3.1) - **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 54,871 lbs (24889.1 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2017):** 54,871 (24,889) - **Tip Load (since 2021):** 40,779 (18,497) - **Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (since 2021):** 24.9 / 24.9 mph ### Hydraulic System - **Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total:** 10.7 s - **Implement Pump Type:** Variable Displacement Piston - **Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure:** 4496 psi - **Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,200 Rpm:** 95 gpm (359.58 lpm) ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force:** 44075 lbs (19992.11 kg) - **Note (1):** For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.? - **Note (2):** Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - No Tire Deflection:** 38396 lbs (17416.15 kg) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection:** 35626 lbs (16159.7 kg) ### Operational - **Operating Weight:** 54871 lbs (24889.1 kg) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 18.9 gal (71.54 l) - **Crankcase:** 6.5 gal (24.6 l) - **Def Tank:** 4.4 gal (16.65 l) - **Differential - Final Drives - Front:** 15.1 gal (57.15 l) - **Differential - Final Drives - Rear:** 15.1 gal (57.15 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 79.8 gal (302.04 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 33 gal (124.91 l) - **Transmission:** 14.3 gal (54.13 l) ### Sound - **Note:** \*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. - **Note (1):** \*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. - **Note (2):** \*\*For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.? - **Note (3):** \*\*\*European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.? - **With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008)\*\*:** 108 LWA\*\*\* - **With Cooling Fan Speed At 70% Of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008)\*\*:** 69 dB(A) - **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (Iso 6395:2008):** 109 dB(A) - **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (Sae J88:2013):** 76 dB(A)\* - **With Cooling Fan Speed At Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (Iso 6396:2008):** 70 dB(A) ### Transmission - **Forward - 1:** 4.2 mph (6.76 kph) - **Forward - 2:** 8.1 mph (13.04 kph) - **Forward - 3:** 14.4 mph (23.17 kph) - **Forward - 4:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph) - **Note:** Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius. - **Reverse - 1:** 4.7 mph (7.56 kph) - **Reverse - 2:** 9.3 mph (14.97 kph) - **Reverse - 3:** 16.5 mph (26.55 kph) - **Reverse - 4:** 24.5 mph (39.43 kph) ### Weights - **Note:** Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 26.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link?, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression and a 4.8 m3 (6.28 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE. - **Operating Weight:** 54871 lbs (24889.1 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 972M is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, truck loading, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series wheel loader line and is commonly used in construction, aggregate, quarry, and industrial operations. The 972M features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and tilt systems, and a loader linkage configured for efficient bucket work. Operator controls, visibility, and service access are designed for productivity and maintenance support. The model is available with multiple bucket and tire configurations to suit site conditions and material types. ## Photos ![Caterpillar 972M](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iMDBhMzNhMjIxMjQ0YjZmOTY4ZmYwMDA5ZmQwZTEwYiYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiY0ODk3Nw==) ![Caterpillar 972M photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hZjcxZjcyNGIxYmY5NjEzYTM4NTFlODdjNWIyYmNmMCYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiY1Nzk5Mw==) ![Caterpillar 972M photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lNmQ1NjUwNGFiZmYxY2RlZjg4M2U2ZDViYjUzMWM2ZCYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYyOTk1MA==) ![Caterpillar 972M photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iMzQzMGQxMzUzNzc0YjI2OWVlODZkMDAzNTY3MDZjOSYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYzMTIzOA==) ![Caterpillar 972M photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05ZDkyYWZhZGM1MGI2NzMyZjVhMzEyMmY4NjZmNjdkMyYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYyNzI4MA==) ![Caterpillar 972M photo 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