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Caterpillar 972M For Sale in Salem, VA

Name: Caterpillar 972M
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88498183
Price: 465000 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	4229
Serial Number:	LSJ01948
Machine Location:	SALEM, VA
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10085339

Description:

AUX HYD, CAB AIR, CAT 972M WHEEL LOADER, GP BUCKET, Online Owner's Manual , ROPS

Machine Details:

GENERAL CONDITION
ET Download Available	Yes
Machine Starts and is Operable	Yes
S.O.S. (All Compartments)	Yes
Tires are Aired Up and Drivable	Yes
VIDS/VIMS Download Available	Yes
GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	Yes
S.O.S. Taken	Yes
SAFETY ITEMS
Back Up Alarm Functioning	Yes
Brakes Functioning	Yes
ROPS	Yes
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
GAUGES, OPERATOR STATION, CONSOLE
Back Up Alarm	Yes
Current O&MM	Yes
Current Parts Manual	Yes
Current Safety Manual	Yes
ROPS Certification Plate	Yes
Sound Proofing	Yes
ENGINE
Apparent Other Engine Damage	No
Blow By	No
Compression in Radiator	No
Emissions Decal	Yes
Engine Oil Level Full	No
Fluid Levels OK?	Yes
Fuel Leaks	No
Knocking	No
Oil filter Cut and Inspected	No
Oil Leaks	Yes
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Water in Oil	1574
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Block Heater	Yes
Ether Aid	Yes
TORQUE CONVERTER
Ether Aid	367-3601
Ether Aid	1574
Ether Aid	H7N00161
TRANSMISSION
Ether Aid	365-2328
Ether Aid	WL300478
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
Supplemental Steer	Good
Valves	Good
BRAKE
Holds In Park	Yes
Leaks - BRAKE	No
AXLE ASSEMBLIES
Leaks - BRAKE	1574
Leaks - BRAKE	1574
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	6.25 yd3 or 5710 lbs.
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	G9H08897
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	G9h08897
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	6.25 yd3
FINAL DRIVES
Leaks - FINAL DRIVES	No
TIRES
Spare	No
COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS
Spare	Needs a 1000hour service

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 972M is a large wheel loader designed for material handling, aggregate, construction, and quarry applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used for loading trucks, stockpiling, and moving bulk materials. The 972M features a diesel engine, hydraulic lifting system, articulated steering, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. It is available with a range of bucket and attachment options to suit different site requirements. The model is used in earthmoving and industrial operations where productivity, cycle efficiency, and durability are important.

Engine
Net Power	299 hp (223 kw)
General Specifications
Breakout Force (Since 2021)	41,405 lbs ft (56,137 nm)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2017)	3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9)
Bucket Capacity (2019)	3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9)
Bucket Capacity (2020)	3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9)
Bucket Capacity (Since 2021)	4.19 - 13 (3.2 - 9.9)
Bucket Capacity (2022)	4.19 - 13 (3.2 - 9.9)
Bucket Capacity cu. yd. (cu m) (Since 2016)	3.8 - 13.0 (2.9 - 9.9)
Engine (Since 2021)	C9.3 ACERT
Engine Power (Since 2017)	299 (223)
Engine Power (2019)	299 (223)
Engine Power (2020)	299 (223)
Engine Power (2021)	299 (223)
Engine Power (2022)	299 (223)
Engine Power hp (kw) (Since 2016)	299 (223)
Engine type (Since 2016)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (2017)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (2019)	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine type (Since 2020)	Cat C9.3
Engine type (2021)	Cat C9.3
Engine type (2022)	Cat C9.3
Full-Turn Tip Load (Since 2021)	38,396 lbs (17,416 kg)
Max Dump Height (Since 2017)	4.4 (1.3)
Max Dump Height (Since 2019)	10.3 (3.1)
Max Dump Height (2020)	10.3 (3.1)
Max Dump Height ft.( m) (Since 2016)	4.4 (1.3)
Net Power (Since 2021)	311 hp (232 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2017)	54,871 (24,889)
Operating Weight (2019)	54,871 (24,889)
Operating Weight (2020)	54,871 (24,889)
Operating Weight (2021)	54,871 (24,889)
Operating Weight (2022)	54,871 (24,889)
Operating Weight lbs. (kg) (Since 2016)	54,871 (24,889)
Tip Load (Since 2021)	40,779 (18,497)
Tip Load (2022)	40,779 (18,497)
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (Since 2021)	24.9 / 24.9 mph
Travel Speed(Fwd/Rev) (2022)	24.9 / 24.9 mph

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Caterpillar 972M For Sale in Salem, VA

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