972M Wheel Loader

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249

298 hp

Engine Model

Cat C9.3 ACERT

Displacement

568 in³

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – SAE J1995

330 hp

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – SAE J1995 (metric)

334 hp

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – ISO 14396

325 hp

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – ISO 14396 (metric)

329 hp

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1349

298 hp

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1349 (metric)

302 hp

Maximum Net Torque (1,000 rpm)

1204 lbf-ft

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249

298 hp

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249 (metric)

302 hp

Peak Gross Torque (1,200 rpm) – SAE J1995

1275 lbf-ft

Peak Gross Torque (1,200 rpm) – ISO 14396

1261 lbf-ft

Weights

Operating Weight

54871 lb

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 steerin

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.0 yd³)

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force

44075 lbf

Static Tipping Load – Full 37° Turn – with Tire Deflection

35626 lb

Static Tipping Load – Full 37° Turn – No Tire Deflection

38396 lb

Note

For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”

Note

Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Transmission

Forward 1

4.2 mph

Forward 2

8.1 mph

Forward 3

14.4 mph

Forward 4

24.5 mph

Reverse 1

4.7 mph

Reverse 2

9.3 mph

Reverse 3

16.5 mph

Reverse 4

24.5 mph

Note

Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.

Hydraulic System

Implement Pump Type

Variable Displacement Piston

Implement System: Maximum Pump Output (2,200 rpm)

95 gal/min

Implement System: Maximum Operating Pressure

4496 psi

Hydraulic Cycle Time – Total

10.7 Seconds

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System

18.9 gal

Crankcase

6.5 gal

Transmission

15.5 gal

Differentials and Final Drives – Front

15.1 gal

Differentials and Final Drives – Rear

15.1 gal

Hydraulic Tank

33 gal

Fuel Tank

79.8 gal

Sound

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)*

Note

*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)

70 dB(A)

Dimensions – Standard Lift

Height to Top of Hood

9.25 ft

Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe

11.58 ft

Height to Top of ROPS

11.75 ft

Ground Clearance

1.42 ft

Center Line of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight

8.17 ft

Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch

5.83 ft

Wheelbase

11.67 ft

Overall Length (without bucket)

25.58 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift

14.67 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Carry

2.25 ft

Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift

12.58 ft

Rack Back at Maximum Lift

56 degrees

Rack Back at Carry Height

50 degrees

Rack Back at Ground

41 degrees

Maximum Width over Tires

9.92 ft

Tread Width

7.33 ft

Note

All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.

Dimensions – High Lift

Height to Top of Hood

9.25 ft

Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe

11.58 ft

Height to Top of ROPS

11.75 ft

Ground Clearance

1.42 ft

Center Line of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight

8.17 ft

Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch

5.83 ft

Wheelbase

11.67 ft

Overall Length (without bucket)

26.67 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift

15.75 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Carry

2.58 ft

Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift

13.50 ft

Rack Back at Maximum Lift

71 degrees

Rack Back at Carry Height

49 degrees

Rack Back at Ground

39 degrees

Maximum Width over Tires

9.92 ft

Tread Width

7.33 ft

Note

All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Range

3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.0 yd³)