972

The Cat® 972 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies as a standard offering, boosting operator efficiencies and delivering increased productivity. Extended service intervals lower maintenance costs. Improved performance, reliability, durability, and versatility result in a machine that is better built to meet your needs.

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Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002339hp

Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014342hp

Engine ModelCat C9.3B

Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011321hp

Note (1)Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards.

Note (2)The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.

Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:20111316ft-lb

Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:20021375lb/ft

Note (3)Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h

Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:20141388lb/ft

Displacement9.3 L

Operating Weight54858lb

NoteWeight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJTL3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control,cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/openrear axles, power train guard, second

Bucket Range2.8-14.0 m³ 3.75-18.25 yd³

Forward - 14.1mile/h

Forward - 28.4mile/h

Forward - 315mile/h

Forward - 424.5mile/h

NoteMaximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.

Reverse - 14.5mile/h

Reverse - 29.2mile/h

Reverse - 316.5mile/h

Reverse - 424.5mile/h

Note (1)** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives.

Note (2)***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*108

With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)69dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)109dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)76

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)70dB(A)

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - NoteDistance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

Air ConditioningThe air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).

Breakout Force44072lb

Note (1)For a machine configuration as defined under Weight.

Note (2)Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection17505kg

Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection35919lb

Cooling System17.4gal (US)

Crankcase6.1gal (US)

DEF Tank6.9gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Front15.1gal (US)

Differential - Final Drives - Rear15.1gal (US)

Fuel Tank80.1gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank30.1gal (US)

Transmission15.5gal (US)

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4496psi

Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm99gal/min

Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.7 seconds

NoteAll dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires.

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight8.1ft

Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch5.1ft

Ground Clearance1.4ft

Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe11.8ft

Height - Top of Hood9.5ft

Height - Top of ROPS11.1ft

Hinge Pin Height at Carry2.6ft

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift15.9ft

Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift13.8ft

Overall Length - Without Bucket26.6ft

Tread Width7.3ft

Wheel Base11.8ft

Rack Back at Ground37 degrees

Rack Back - Maximum Lift71 degrees

Rack Back - Carry Height49 degrees

Width over Tires (Loaded)9.11ft

Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch5.1ft

Ground Clearance420mm

Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe3527mm

Height - Top of Hood2846mm

Height - Top of ROPS3589mm

Hinge Pin Height at Carry2.2ft

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift4464mm

Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift3843mm

Overall Length - Without Bucket7731mm

Tread Width7.3ft

Wheel Base3550mm

Rack Back at Ground39 degrees

Width over Tires (Loaded)9.11ft

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight8ft

Rack Back - Maximum Lift56 degrees

Rack Back - Carry Height49 degrees

Standard

Cab, pressurized, sound suppression

EH implement controls, parking brake

Steering, joystick

Seat, cloth, air suspension

Touchscreen display

Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera

Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)

Sun visor, front, retractable

Sun visor, rear, retractable

Window cleaning platform, front

Window, front, laminated

Optional

Door, remote opening system

HMU steering wheel

Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)

Entertainment radio (DAB+)

CB radio ready

Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension, heated

Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/ cooled

Multiview (360�) vision system

Cat Detect rear radar system

Dedicated rearview screen

Mirrors, heated

Full cab window guard

Standard

Cat Payload scale

Autodig with Auto Set Tires

Operator ID & machine security

Application Profiles

Job Aids

Controls Help and eOMM

Optional

Cat Advanced Payload

Cat Payload Printer

Standard

Cat C9.3B engine

Electric fuel priming pump

Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter

Engine, air precleaner

Axles, front differential lock

Transmission, planetary, automatic powershift

Torque converter with lock-up

Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators

Integrated Braking System (IBS)

Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied-pressure released

Optional

Turbine, air precleaner

Radiator, high debris

Cooling fan, reversible

Axles, auto differential locks front and rear

Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals

Axles, oil cooler

Standard

Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump

Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump

Ride control, dual accumulators

Oil sampling valves, Cat XT hoses

Optional

3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control

Quick coupler control

Standard

Starting and charging system, 24V

Starter, electric, heavy duty

Lights: halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearvision lights

Optional

Cold start, 120V or 240V

Lights: LED

Warning beacon

Standard

Front dash with analog gauges, LCD display, and warning lights

Primary touchscreen monitor (Cat Payload, quad screens, machine settings & messages)

Optional

Reversing strobe lights

Standard

Standard lift, Z-bar

Kickouts: lift and tilt

Optional

High lift, Z-bar

Optional

Cat Autolube system

Fenders, extensions or roading

Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, cylinders, rear

Biodegradable hydraulic oil

High-speed oil change system

Rear cab access

Toolbox

Wheel chocks

Secondary steering system, electrical

Optional

Aggregate handler

Steel Mill

Corrosion resistant

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