966M Wheel Loader

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249

278 hp

Engine Model

Cat C9.3 ACERT

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – SAE J1995

308 hp

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

313 hp

Maximum Power @ 1,800 rpm – ISO 14396

304 hp

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

309 hp

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1349

278 hp

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

281 hp

Maximum Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249

278 hp

Displacement

568 in³

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

281 hp

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

1180 lbf-ft

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

1166 lbf-ft

Maximum Net Torque (1,000 rpm)

1112 lbf-ft

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System

18.9 gal

Crankcase

6.5 gal

Transmission

15.5 gal

Hydraulic Tank

33 gal

Differentials and Final Drives – Front

15.1 gal

Differentials and Final Drives – Rear

15.1 gal

Fuel Tank

79.8 gal

Sound

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)

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)*

Weights

Operating Weight

51176 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 Linkâ„¢, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steerin

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

3.20-7.40 m3 (4.19-9.68 yd3)

Transmission

Forward 1

4.0 mph

Forward 2

8.1 mph

Forward 3

14.6 mph

Forward 4

24.5 mph

Reverse 1

4.4 mph

Reverse 2

8.9 mph

Reverse 3

16.1 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.

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force

38984 lbf

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

32329 lb

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

34873 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.

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

10.1 Seconds

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

7.17 ft

Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch

5.83 ft

Wheelbase

11.67 ft

Overall Length (without bucket)

23.92 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift

13.92 ft

Hinge Pin Height at Carry

2.08 ft

Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift

11.92 ft

Rack Back at Maximum Lift

62 degrees

Rack Back at Carry Height

50 degrees

Rack Back at Ground

42 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)

26.58 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

3.20-7.40 m3 (4.19-9.68 yd3)