966 GC Wheel Loader

Cooling System
14 gal (US)
Crankcase
6.1 gal (US)
Transmission
14.5 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
15.1 gal (US)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
14gal (US)
Crankcase
6.1gal (US)
Transmission
14.5gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
15.1gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
15.1gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
26.7gal (US)
Fuel Tank
84.5gal (US)
DEF Tank
6.9gal (US)

Hydraulic System

Implement Pump Type
Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4047psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position
5.7s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise
1.8s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down
2.6s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time
10.1s

Cab

ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards

Brakes

Brakes
Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards

Dimensions

B-Pin Height
13.11ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
8.1ft
Wheel Base
11.65ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
5.82ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
62°
Rack Back - Carry
50°
Rack Back - Ground
42°
Lift Arm Clearance
12.16ft
Height - Top of Hood
9.2ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
11.61ft
Height - Top of ROPS
11.75ft
Ground Clearance
1.49ft

Sustainability

Recyclability
97%

Engine

Engine Model
Cat C9.3B
Net Power - ISO 9249
292HP
Stroke
5.87in
Displacement
568in³
Note (1)
Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Tier 5, China Nonroad Stage IV, and Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) 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.
Note (3)
Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases on a lifecycle basis: • Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** • Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels

Weights

Operating Weight*
48018lb
Note (1)
* For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Note (2)
* Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Operating Specifications

Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection
30072lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection
32233lb
Breakout Force
36974lbf
Note (1)
* For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Note (2)
* Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
3.2 - 7.1 m³ (4.25 - 9.25 yd³)

Sound

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
75dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
110dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
78 dB(A)*
Note (1)
*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**
73dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
108 dB(A)***
Note (2)
** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives”.
Note (3)
*** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC”.

Transmission

Forward - 1
4mile/h
Reverse - 1
4.3mile/h
Forward - 2
7.5mile/h
Reverse - 2
8.2mile/h
Forward - 3
13mile/h
Reverse - 3
14.3mile/h
Forward - 4
21.6mile/h
Reverse - 4
22.9mile/h
Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32 in) roll radius.

Standard Equipment:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Operator Environment
    • Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents and filter unit located outside of cab
    • Bucket/work tool function lockout
    • Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
    • Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed
    • Camera, rearview
    • Coat hook
    • Computerized monitoring system
    • Cup holders and personal tray on right console and behind seat
    • Horn
    • Mirrors, rearview external with integrated spot mirror
    • Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt function; two (2) single axis levers or joystick
    • 12V power port (10A)
    • Radio ready
    • ROPS/FOPS structure
    • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), mechanical suspension
    • Steering column, adjustable angle
    • Window, sliding (left and right sides)
    • Wipers/washers (front and rear)
  • Power Train
    • Axels, Open/Open differentials
    • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
    • Cat C9.3B engine
    • EIMS (Engine Idle Management System)
    • AIS (Auto Idle Shutdown)
    • Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
    • Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
    • Filter, fuel primary/secondary/tertiary
    • Filters, engine air, primary/secondary
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Fuel/water separator
    • Radiator, unit core (9.5 fpi) with ATAAC
    • Torque converter
    • Transmission, powershift (4F/4R), automatic (2-4) with kick-down function, overspeed protection
  • Linkage
    • Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
    • Z-bar, cast tilt lever
  • Hydraulics
    • Dedicated brake and fan pump
    • Dedicated load sensing steering pump
    • Load sensing implement system pilot operated
    • S O S ℠ oil sampling valves
  • Electrical
    • Alarm, back-up variable/main disconnect switch
    • Alternator (145-amp, brush type)
    • Batteries, maintenance free (2 x 1,125 CCA)
    • Ignition key; start/stop
    • Lighting system: 4 halogen work lights, cab mounted
    • Roading lights with high/low beam and F and R turn signals
    • Starter, electric (heavy duty)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
  • Additional Equipment
    • Cold weather starting basic (ether starting aid)
    • Counterweight, 605 kg (1,334 lb)
    • Fenders (front) steel
    • Grill, airborne debris
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hood, metallic on steel structure
    • Doors, service access (locking)
    • L3 radial or bias ply tires
    • Precleaner, strata tubes
    • Product Link ready

Optional Equipment:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Operator Environment
    • Cat® Payload (kit)
    • Radio
    • Seat, air suspended
  • Power Train
    • Axles, limited slip differential(s)
    • Axles, oil cooler
    • Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
  • Linkage
    • Fusion quick coupler control with dual kick outs
  • Hydraulics
    • Quick coupler control
    • Ride control
    • 3rd function with additional dedicated single axis lever
  • Electrical
    • Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, cab mounted
    • Lighting system: 4 LED work lights, cab mounted
    • Lighting system: 8 LED work lights, cab mounted
    • Lights: warning beacon
  • Additional Equipment
    • Autolube system
    • Camera, front view (kit)**
    • Cold weather starting full (HD batteries 2 x 1,400 CCA, ether system, jacket water heater, cold weather fluids)
    • Fender rear extensions or roading
    • L5 traction tires
    • Power train guard
    • Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
    • Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
    • Reverse Stobe (kit)***
    • Roading Certification****
    • Secondary steering system, electrical*
    • Toolbox
    • Window cleaning (kit)
    • Windshield guard
  • Optional Equipment - Note
    • * Standard where mandated
    • ** Refer to M0106413 publication for usage reqiurements.
    • *** Not compatible with roading arrangements.
    • **** Offering depends on region.