The Cat® 972 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies, helping to boost operator efficiencies and deliver consistent high bucket fill factors, resulting in highly efficient productivity. Long service intervals help to reduce your downtime. This machine is designed to meet emission standards without interrupting operation, delivering great performance, reliability, durability, and versatility, resulting in a machine that is built to meet your needs.
Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 339 hp
Operating Weight 54858 lb
Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 344 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat® C9.3B
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹
Displacement 567.5in³
Displacement 9.3 L
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Engine Model Cat® C9.3B
Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 339hp
Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002 344 hp (metric)
Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002 1375lbf·ft
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002 1375lb/ft
Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 343hp
Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014 348 hp (metric)
Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014 1388kW
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1388lb/ft
Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 321hp
Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 326 hp (metric)
Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1316lbf·ft
Note (1) The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Note (2) ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidel
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
Note Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, sec
Operating Weight 54858lb
Forward - 1 4.1mile/h
Forward - 2 8.4mile/h
Forward - 3 15mile/h
Forward - 4 24.5mile/h
Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.
Reverse - 1 4.5mile/h
Reverse - 2 9.2mile/h
Reverse - 3 16.5mile/h
Reverse - 4 24.5mile/h
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 109dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008² 108dB(A)
Note (1) ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
Note (2) ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 70dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹ 69dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
Air Conditioning The 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 Force 44072lbf
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 37° Turn 35919lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection 38582lb
Cooling System 17.4gal (US)
Crankcase 6.1gal (US)
DEF Tank 6.9gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front 15.1gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 15.1gal (US)
Fuel Tank 80.1gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 30.1gal (US)
Transmission 15.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 10.7s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 10.7 seconds
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4496psi
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,275 rpm 99gal/min
Ground Clearance 1.33ft
Height - Top of Hood 9.33ft
Height - Top of ROPS 11.83ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height 2.27ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 14.58ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 12.58ft
Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Overall Length - Without Bucket 25.42ft
Rack Back - Carry Height 49°
Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 56°
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 56 degrees
Rack Back at Ground 39 degrees
Tread Width 7.25ft
Wheel Base 11.67ft
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.92ft
Ground Clearance 1.33ft
Height - Top of Hood 9.33ft
Height - Top of ROPS 11.83ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height 2.5ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 15.67ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 13.67ft
Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Overall Length - Without Bucket 26.5ft
Rack Back - Carry Height 49°
Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 71°
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 71 degrees
Rack Back at Ground 37 degrees
Tread Width 7.25ft
Wheel Base 11.67ft
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.92ft
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
EH implement controls, parking brake
Steering, joystick
Seat belt, monitored
Seat, cloth, air suspension
Touchscreen display
Keypad, programmable buttons
Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
Sun visor, front, retractable
Sun visor, rear, retractable
Window, front, laminated
Cat Payload scale
Autodig with Auto Set Tires
Operator ID & machine security
Application Profiles
Job Aids
Controls Help and eOMM (not available in all languages)
Key Features Inform
Bucket Carry Display Widget
Remote Flash
Cat C9.3B engine
Electric fuel priming pump
Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
Engine, air precleaner
Axles, auto 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
Brake pedal neutralizer with decel function
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
Starting and charging system, 24V
Starter, electric, heavy duty
Lights: halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearview lights
Front dash with analog gauges, LCD display, and warning lights
Primary touchscreen monitor (Cat Payload, quad screens, machine settings & messages)
Maintenance reminders
Standard lift, Z-bar
Kickouts: lift and tilt
Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera
Window cleaning platform, front
Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera
Window cleaning platform, front
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
Door, remote opening system
Footrest
HMU steering wheel
Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
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
Mirrors, heated
Windows, front, heavy duty
Full cab window guard
Cat Advanced Payload
Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket
Turbine, air precleaner
Radiator, high debris
Cooling fan, reversible
Axles, auto front and rear differential locks
Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
Axles, oil cooler
3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
Quick coupler control
Cold start, 120V or 240V
Lights: roading with turn signals
Tire pressure monitor
High lift, Z-bar
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
Cat Detect rear radar system
Dedicated rearview screen
Multiview (360°) vision system
4-point seat belt retractor
Reversing strobe lights (not compatible with roading arrangements)
Seat belt monitoring beacon
Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard where mandated)
Wheel chocks
Warning beacon
Aggregate handler
Waste and industrial
Steel Mill
Corrosion resistant
