Specification sheet Wheel Loader Ref caterpillar-966k-wheel-loader
Caterpillar 966K
The Caterpillar 966K is a wheel loader with an operating weight of 52,254 lb (23,702.02 kg), and a 262 hp engine.
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
52,254lb
23,702.02kg
Engine power
262hp
195.4kW
Net Power ◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · medium wheel loaders
Among 198 medium wheel loaders (45,000–90,000 lb), the Caterpillar 966K sits in the middle of its class:
- Operating weight 52,250 lb lighter than 54% (n=198)
- Engine power 262 hp less powerful than 69% (n=190)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | C11 ACERT | |
| Net Power | 262hp | 195.4kw |
| Gross Power | 286hp | 213.3kw |
| Power Measured @ | 1800rpm | |
| Displacement | 568cu in | 9.4L |
| Torque Measured @ | 1400rpm | |
| Aspiration | TURBOCHARGED | |
| Torque Rise | 38% | |
| Bore | 4.5in | 114.3mm |
| Stroke | 5.9in | 149.9mm |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 | 267hp | 199.2kw |
| Engine Model | Cat? C9.3 ACERT? | |
| Peak Gross Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 1006lb ft | 1364Nm |
| Peak Net Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 940lb ft | 1274.5Nm |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 | 267hp | 199.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 | 267hp | 199.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric | 271hp | 202.1kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric | 271hp | 202.1kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 | 267hp | 199.2kw |
| Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 - Metric | 271hp | 202.1kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 | 296hp | 220.8kw |
| Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric | 302hp | 225.3kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 52254lb | 23702.1kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 100.4gal | 380.1L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 29gal | 109.8L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 9.3gal | 35.3L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 10.3gal | 39L |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 11.6gal | 44L |
| Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 16.9gal | 64L |
| Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity | 16.9gal | 64L |
| Static Tipping Weight | 38354lb | 17397.1kg |
| Turning Radius | 24.2ft in | 7376.2mm |
| Operating Voltage | 24V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80amps | |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26degrees | |
| Tire Size | 25 |
03 Transmission Specification
| Transmission Type | POWERSHIFT | |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Forward Gears | 4 | |
| Number Of Reverse Gears | 4 | |
| Max Speed - Forward | 23.2mph | 37.4km/h |
| Max Speed - Reverse | 23.2mph | 37.4km/h |
| Forward - 1 | 4.2mph | 6.8km/h |
| Forward - 2 | 7.8mph | 12.6km/h |
| Forward - 3 | 13.9mph | 22.4km/h |
| Forward - 4 | 23.2mph | 37.4km/h |
| Reverse - 1 | 4.9mph | 7.9km/h |
| Reverse - 2 | 8.5mph | 13.7km/h |
| Reverse - 3 | 14.6mph | 23.5km/h |
| Reverse - 4 | 23.9mph | 38.5km/h |
04 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 53311lb | 24181.5kg |
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05 Tires Specification
| Tires | Choices |
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06 Buckets Specification
| Bucket Capacities | 2.50 m3-9.20 m3 (3.25 yd3-12.00 yd3) |
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07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Relief Valve Setting | 1000psi | 6894.8kPa |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow Capacity | 80.6gal/min | 305.2L/min |
| Raise Time | 5.9sec | |
| Dump Time | 1.6sec | |
| Lower Time | 2.4sec |
08 Axles Specification
| Front | Fixed | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear | Oscillating ?13 degrees |
09 Hydraulic System Specification
| Pump Type | PISTON |
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10 Axles Specification
| Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall | 19.5in | 495.3mm |
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11 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 9.8 s | |
|---|---|---|
| Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496 psi | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down | 2.4 s | |
| Steering System - Pump Type | Piston | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise From Carry Position | 5.9 s | |
| Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, At Maximum Raise | 1.5 s | |
| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow | 79.3 gal/min | |
| Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure | 3000 psi | |
| Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,275 Rpm | 90 gal/min |
12 Brakes Specification
| Brakes | Meet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards |
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13 Operating Specifications Specification
| Breakout Force | 38984lb | 17682.9kg |
|---|---|---|
| Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Iso 14397-1* | 32259lb | 14632.5kg |
| Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Rigid Tires** | 34886lb | 15824.1kg |
14 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 17.2gal | 65.2L |
|---|---|---|
| Crankcase | 6.5gal | 24.7L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 52.3gal | 198L |
| Fuel Tank - Standard | 101gal | 382.4L |
| Transmission | 13.2gal | 50L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Front | 16.9gal | 64L |
| Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 16.9gal | 64L |
15 Sound Specification
| Standards | Standards |
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16 Cab Specification
| Rops/Fops | Meets SAE and ISO standards |
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17 Dimensions Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.6ft in | 487.68mm |
|---|---|---|
| Length With Bucket On Ground | 29.1ft in | 8869.68mm |
| Width Over Tires | 9.7ft in | 2956.56mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 11.8ft in | 3596.64mm |
| Wheelbase | 11.3ft in | 3444.24mm |
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.