# 2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA **URL:** > This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale. ## Listing details - **Price:** Sold - **Listing ID:** 88925093 - **Year:** 2022 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 972MDCA - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Hours:** 4305 - **Serial number:** LSJ03054 - **Location:** Kolkwitz-Krieschow, ?? ## Description ENGINEPOWER: 315 HP, Online Owner's Manual , OPERATING WEIGHT: 26.2 T, TIRES CONDITION FRONT LEFT: 100 %, TIRES CONDITION FRONT RIGHT: 100 %, TIRES CONDITION REAR LEFT: 100 %, TIRES CONDITION REAR RIGHT: 100 % ## 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 (24889.1 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 (24884.81 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 (19988.66 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 (17413.15 kg) - **Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - With Tire Deflection:** 35626 lbs (16156.92 kg) ### Operational - **Operating Weight:** 54871 lbs (24884.81 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 (24884.81 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 972M is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and truck loading in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial applications. It is part of Caterpillar's M Series wheel loader line and is commonly used where high productivity, fuel efficiency, and operator visibility are required. The 972M typically features a diesel engine, hydraulic lifting system, articulated steering, and a spacious operator cab with integrated controls and monitoring systems. It is used with buckets and other attachments for moving bulk materials such as soil, gravel, sand, and demolition debris. The model is known for balanced performance, durability, and serviceability. ## Photos ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04YmRiZGMyMmYzN2FhMTQ1YTM2MGQ2NDJkOWQyZjU4MSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjU2NzI2) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hODk5ZjczM2VkNzBmYjlhY2EyZWI2YjQ1ZGRhZDgyYSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjg1NzQ=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05MTBmOTI3MzgyMjdkNzdkYWU1YzU0N2E5MDM2MjE0YiYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjQ1NDYw) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NDViYWZmNDVhYzgxMzM3OTE5MTYxNmMxZTk0NjE5NiYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjQ2OTA2) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mMGU0ZDEwNjg1ZjYzN2QwYmU3NWUxZjU2YjU4OWYxMyYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjU4NTQx) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 6](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05MjNjMzg3NjVlZTk2YWY1OWIzZDE1NGViNTc2MmY2OSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjU1MjMz) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 7](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hYzVhODA4YmExYTI0ODhjZjNjMmIwNTc5NzNjZGJjOSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjYyOTEw) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 8](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jNTYyYmU1YjFmNzQ5NGVjYjMwNTM4NTBhZGEwZWI2YiYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjE2MTM4) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 9](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iYWM3Y2ZjODQ4ODNjNTMzZWI1NGQyOTBlOGYwOGY3YyYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjIxMzg4) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 10](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNzBkNDIyMjExZDdkNjE2ZWRlMzE4ZmM0NWY1OWMxMSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjc3NDY=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 11](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iMTMzMDkxOGY5M2U1ZGQzOWY4NTNmMjJlZjdjODgxNSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjQ3NTg4) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 12](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jZjE2MzgzM2Q5YzNlN2UzZDM5ZjRhNjAyMTc1OWY0OCYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjg5ODU=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 13](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kYzQzMTA2YmMzYTMxMTQwYjRlYWE2MDRjMzc5OTY3MSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjExOTI1) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 14](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kMmJkYTA0NWRmOTIwMmE5ODIwMzY1ZTcyNmNiZmEzMSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjYxNDk=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 15](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mY2Q0OTZmNjI1Y2M2OWQ4ZWI0NzE5NDk4ZTg0NjVhZCYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjg1NzY=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 16](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hMWM2MGJkODVmNjc1OTkwZTdmMmUzY2JlZTcxYjg3MiYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjEyOTQ0) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 17](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lYjFlNzQ4MzgxOTBkZjhlOGI2MzVlZTdkOWEyYTYzOCYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjQ0NzU5) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 18](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04OWIwNDQ5OWFhMzYzMDRkZTM5NTZjM2E1YjNmM2MxMyYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjkxNTg=) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 19](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iOTM1OTg1MmJkODAzYTc4YWQ0YmQ2MmU1ZGM3N2I1ZiYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjU1Mzc3) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 20](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jNzI3ZDVlNDFhNTljYzk2YWMxM2ZjNjNjNTBkZGFlYSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjI4MzAx) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 21](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05M2RjYTU5NzliMGQ3NWU3ZDFkZGM0ZWRmMDczZWE5YyYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjM4OTE5) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 22](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05MGY4ZGNmOGVmZWZlMTEyZmYwMWFjMmE1NGM0N2M4YSYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjE5MzMy) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 23](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hYmY1M2ZlMDlhYjQ3OGQxZWI3OTdlY2RlNzljNzdiYyYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjE1NzE1) ![2022 Caterpillar 972MDCA photo 24](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mNzViZGViN2U0NjNjZDcyODZjYzM5NjVlZDFjMDZiOCYkdHh0PVpFUFBFTElOJTIwQkFVTUFTQ0hJTkVOJjI3MDg0)