The 966M Wheel Loader is equipped with built-in proven technologies to help meet your expectations for productivity, fuel efficiency, reliability and service life. Deep system integration results in a machine built to help you reduce emissions, improve performance and improve fuel economy. All of this is done without interrupting machine performance and making it seamless to you. This machine delivers the reliability, durability, and versatility you’ve come to expect from a Cat machine.
Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV | |
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Emissions | Tier 4/Stage IV |
Engine | |
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Displacement | 568 in³ / 9.3 l |
Engine Model | Cat C9.3 ACERT |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 | 276 HP / 206 kW |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric | 280 HP / 206 kW |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 | 307 HP / 229 kW |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric | 311 HP / 229 kW |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 | 311 HP / 232 kW |
Maximum Power - 1,800 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric | 315 HP / 232 kW |
Net Power - ISO 9249 | 276 HP / 206 kW |
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 | 1166 ft·lbf / 1581 N·m |
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995 | 1179 ft·lbf / 1599 N·m |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 | 276 HP / 206 kW |
Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric | 280 HP / 206 kW |
Maximum Net Torque - 1,000 rpm | 1126 ft·lbf / 1527 N·m |
Note | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. |
Weights | |
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Operating Weight | 51176 lb / 23220 kg |
Note | Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 26.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link?, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression and a 4.2 m3 (5.5 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE. |
Buckets | |
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Bucket Capacities | 3.20-7.40 m3 (4.19-9.68 yd3) |
Operating Specifications | |
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Breakout Force | 38984 / 173 kN |
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection | 34873 lb / 15822 kg |
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection | 32329 lb / 14668 kg |
Note (1) | For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.? |
Note (2) | Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. |
Transmission | |
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Forward - 1 | 4 mile/h / 6.5 km/h |
Forward - 2 | 8.1 mile/h / 13 km/h |
Forward - 3 | 14.6 mile/h / 23.5 km/h |
Forward - 4 | 24.5 mile/h / 39.5 km/h |
Reverse - 2 | 8.9 mile/h / 14.4 km/h |
Reverse - 3 | 16.1 mile/h / 25.9 km/h |
Reverse - 4 | 24.5 mile/h / 39.5 km/h |
Note | Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius. |
Reverse - 1 | 4.4 mile/h / 7.1 km/h |
Hydraulic System | |
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Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total | 10.1 s |
Implement Pump Type | Variable Displacement Piston |
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure | 4496 psi / 31000 kPa |
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,200 rpm | 95 gal/min / 360 l/min |
Service Refill Capacities | |
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Cooling System | 18.9 gal (US) / 71.6 l |
Crankcase | 6.5 gal (US) / 24.5 l |
DEF Tank | 4.4 gal (US) / 16.8 l |
Differential - Final Drives - Front | 15.1 gal (US) / 57 l |
Differential - Final Drives - Rear | 15.1 gal (US) / 57 l |
Fuel Tank | 79.8 gal (US) / 302 l |
Hydraulic Tank | 33 gal (US) / 125 l |
Transmission | 14.3 gal (US) / 54 l |
Sound | |
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With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 109 dB(A) |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) | 76 dB(A)* |
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 70 dB(A) |
Note (1) | *Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. |
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.? |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** | 108 LWA*** |
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)** | 69 dB(A) |
Bucket Capacities | |
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Bucket Range | 3.20-7.40 m³ (4.19-9.68 yd³) |
Dimensions - High Lift | |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 8.17 ft / 2500 mm |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 5.83 ft / 1775 mm |
Ground Clearance | 1.42 ft / 434 mm |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.58 ft / 3522 mm |
Height - Top of Hood | 9.25 ft / 2818 mm |
Height - Top of ROPS | 11.75 ft / 3587 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.58 ft / 778 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15.75 ft / 4793 mm |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 13.58 ft / 4140 mm |
Maximum Width over Tires | 9.83 ft / 3009 mm |
Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 26.58 ft / 8109 mm |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 49 degrees |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 71 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 39 degrees |
Tread Width | 7.33 ft / 2230 mm |
Wheel Base | 11.67 ft / 3550 mm |
Dimensions - Standard Lift | |
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight | 7.17 ft / 2180 mm |
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch | 5.83 ft / 1775 mm |
Ground Clearance | 1.42 ft / 434 mm |
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe | 11.58 ft / 3522 mm |
Height - Top of Hood | 9.25 ft / 2818 mm |
Height - Top of ROPS | 11.75 ft / 3587 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Carry | 2.08 ft / 630 mm |
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 13.92 ft / 4235 mm |
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift | 11.92 ft / 3643 mm |
Maximum Width over Tires | 9.83 ft / 3009 mm |
Note | All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. |
Overall Length - Without Bucket | 23.92 ft / 7289 mm |
Rack Back - Carry Height | 50 degrees |
Rack Back - Maximum Lift | 62 degrees |
Rack Back at Ground | 42 degrees |
Tread Width | 7.33 ft / 2230 mm |
Wheel Base | 11.67 ft / 3550 mm |
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