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972M

Medium Wheel Loaders

The new 972M Wheel Loader has an EU Stage IV ACERT engine equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components. Applying proven technologies systematically and strategically lets us meet our customer's high expectations for productivity and fuel efficiency. Deep system integration results in reduced emissions, improved performance and improved fuel economy without interrupting machine performance making it seamless to operators. The reliability, durability, and versatility of the 972M result in a machine that is better built to meet your needs.

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Net Power - ISO 9249 223 kW
Engine Model Cat C9.3 ACERT
Bore 115 mm
Stroke 149 mm

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Reliable

Every EU Stage IV ACERT engine is equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components.More Powerful, Reliable Engine ElectronicsThe... Read more

Durable

FramesThe robotically welded two-piece structural frame design provides strong and rigid structures that absorb all the forces associated to penetration, loading and twis... Read more

Productive

The right technologies fine-tuned for the right applications result in: Improved Fluid Efficiency - Up to 5% improvement over EU Stage IIIB products (including Diesel Ex... Read more

Fuel Efficient

Engine and EmissionsThe Cat C9.3 ACERT engine is designed for maximum fuel efficiency and increased power density, while meeting EU Stage IV emission standards. This engi... Read more

Easy to Operate

Improving operator efficiency remains a key design goal for the 972M and 972M XE. Ensuring operators are safe, confident in the control of their machines, have a clean, c... Read more

Versatile

Standard Z-bar LinkageThe proven Z-bar linkage combines digging efficiency with excellent visibility to the tool resulting in excellent penetration into the pile, high br... Read more

Integrated Technologies

Cat Connect makes smart use of technology and services to improve your job site efficiency. Using the data from technology-equipped machines, you'll get more information... Read more

Owning Costs

Customer Support AgreementsA Customer Support Agreement (CSA) is an arrangement between you and your Cat dealer that helps you lower your total cost per ton. CSAs are fle... Read more

Operating Costs

Machine configuration, operator technique, and job site layout can impact fuel consumption by as much as 30 percent. Data from customer machines show Cat wheel loaders ar... Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 972M

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Engine
Net Power - ISO 9249 223 kW
Engine Model Cat C9.3 ACERT
Bore 115 mm
Stroke 149 mm
Displacement 9.3 l
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric 247 kW
Maximum Net Power - ISO 9249 - Metric 223 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric 223 kW
Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 1710 N·m
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric 251 kW
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1728 N·m
Maximum Power - ISO 14396 - Metric 247 kW
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 rpm - ISO 9249 1654 N·m
Weights
Operating Weight 24897 kg
Buckets
Bucket Capacities 2.9-9.9 m3 (3.75-13.0 yd3)
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force 196 kN
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection 16164 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection 17421 kg
Transmission
Forward - 1 6.5 km/h
Forward - 2 13 km/h
Forward - 3 23.5 km/h
Forward - 4 40 km/h
Reverse - 1 7.1 km/h
Reverse - 2 14.4 km/h
Reverse - 3 25.9 km/h
Reverse - 4 39 km/h
Hydraulic System
Implement System - Maximum Flow - Optional 3rd/4th Function 260 l/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Raise from Carry Position 6.1 s
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 31000 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Dump, at Maximum Raise 1.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Total 10.7 s
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,200 rpm 360 l/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Rated Payload - Lower, Empty, Float Down 3.1 s
Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston
Implement System - Maximum Pressure - Optional 3rd/4th Function 20680 kPa
Brakes
Brakes Brakes meet ISO 3450 standards
Axles
Front Fixed
Rear Oscillating ?13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall 502 mm
Cab
ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471 and ISO 3449 Level II standards
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System 71.6 l
Crankcase 24.5 l
Transmission 58.5 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front 57 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 57 l
Hydraulic Tank 125 l
DEF Tank 16.8 l
Fuel Tank 313 l
Sound
Note (4) Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained.
Note (2) The sound values are for specific operating conditions only.
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 108 LWA
Note (3) Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds.
Note (1) Hearing protection may be needed when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

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Net Power - ISO 9249 288 kW
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Tier 2/Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA Equivalent: Maximum Power - SAE J1995 307 kW
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Medium Wheel Loaders

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Net Power - ISO 9249 222 kW
Emissions Tier 4/Stage IV
Maximum Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 222 kW
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 1728 N·m
Medium Wheel Loaders

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Net Power - ISO 9249 185 kW
Emissions Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Maximum Gross Power - 2,000 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric 195 kW (265 hp)
Maximum Net Power - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric 185 kW (252 hp)
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Net Power - ISO 9249 207 kW
Emissions Tier 3/Stage IIIA
Maximum Gross Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric 227 kW
Engine Model Cat C9.3
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Bucket Capacities 2.9-9.9 m? (3.75-13.0 yd?)
Engine Model Cat? C9.3 ACERT?
Bore 115 mm
Stroke 149 mm
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