Description:
CLEAN TIGHT MACHINE WITH FACTORY CAB AND AIR, GP BUCKET, GREAT HISTORY, BTM 40%, 3rd valve to the rear
The Caterpillar 973 is a tracked wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading, and general earthmoving in construction, quarry, and industrial applications. It combines the lifting and loading functions of a wheel loader with the traction and stability of a track-type undercarriage, making it suitable for soft, uneven, or muddy ground conditions. The 973 is commonly used with buckets, forks, and other work tools for moving aggregate, soil, waste, and bulk materials. Caterpillar has produced multiple 973 variants over time, with differences in engine, operating weight, hydraulic system, and cab configuration depending on model series and production year.