972M Wheel Loader
The new 972M Wheel Loader has an ACERT™ engine equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, and air components. Applying proven technologies systematically and strategically lets us meet our customer’s high expectations for productivity, fuel efficiency, reliability and service life. Deep system integration results in reduced emissions, improved performance and improved fuel economy without interrupting machine performance making it seamless to operators. Aggregate Handler and other optional configurations are available. (Optional configuration and equipment may vary from region to region. Consult your Caterpillar representative for further details.)
- Technical Specs
- Engine Model
- Cat C9.3 ACERT
- Displacement
- 568 in³
- Net Power – ISO 9249
- 298 hp
- Max Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm – SAE J1995
- 330 hp
- Max Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm – SAE J1995 (metric)
- 334 hp
- Max Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm – ISO 14396
- 325 hp
- Max Gross Power @ 1,800 rpm – ISO 14396 (metric)
- 329 hp
- Max Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1349
- 298 lbf-ft
- Max Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – SAE J1349 (metric)
- 302 lbf-ft
- Maximum Net Torque (1,000 rpm)
- 1204 lbf-ft
- Max Net Power @ 1,700 rpm – ISO 9249
- 298 hp
- Max 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
- 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 steering,
- Bucket Capacities
- 2.90-9.90 m³ (3.8-13.0 yd³)
- 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.â€
- Note
- Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 82.7 gal
- 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.
- Note
- **For machines in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.â€
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
- 70 dB(A)
- Note
- ***European Union Directive “2000/14/EC†as amended by “2005/88/EC.â€
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value: Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**
- 69 dB(A)
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value: Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
- 108 Lwa***
- 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.
- 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.