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Caterpillar 972H Wheel Loader

Performance you can feel with the capability to work in the most demanding applications. Unmatched operator comfort and efficiency in a world class cab. Revolutionary electronics and hydraulics for low-effort operation. Increased productivity with lower owning and operating costs.


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Overview &
Specifications		Features
& Benefits		Standard
Equipment		Optional
Equipment		Work Tools &
Attachments		 

Engine
Net Power - ISO 9249287 hp / 214 kW
Engine ModelCat® C13 ACERT™
Net Power - 80/1269/EEC287 hp / 214 kW
Flywheel Power287 hp / 214 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995311 hp / 232 kW
Net Power - SAE J1349284 hp / 212 kW
Peak Torque (Net) @ 1,400 RPM 983 ft-lb / 1332 N·m
Bore5.12 in / 130 mm
Stroke6.18 in / 157 mm
Displacement762.8 in3 / 12.5 L

Weights
Operating Weight55451 lb / 25148 kg

Transmission
Forward 14.5 mph / 7.2 km/h
Forward 27.8 mph / 12.6 km/h
Forward 313.3 mph / 21.4 km/h
Forward 422.9 mph / 36.9 km/h
Reverse 15.1 mph / 8.2 km/h
Reverse 28.8 mph / 14.2 km/h
Reverse 315.1 mph / 24.3 km/h
Reverse 424 mph / 38.8 km/h

Axles
FrontFixed front
RearOscillating +/- 13°
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall19.8 in / 502 mm

Hydraulic System
Bucket/Work Tool System - Pump Output80.6 gal/min / 305 L/min
Steering System Pump TypePiston
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise5.9 Seconds / 5.9 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump2.1 Seconds / 2.1 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down2.4 Seconds / 2.4 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.4 Seconds / 10.4 Seconds

Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank - Standard100.4 gal / 380 L
Cooling System10.3 gal / 39 L
Crankcase9.25 gal / 35 L
Transmission9.25 gal / 35 L
Differentials and Final Drives - Front16.9 gal / 64 L
Differentials and Final Drives - Rear16.9 gal / 64 L
Hydraulic Tank29 gal / 110 L

Buckets
Bucket Capacities3.8-4.6 m3 5.0-6.0 yd3
Max Bucket Capacity6 yd3 / 4.6 m3
Bucket Width10.32 ft / 3145 mm

Operating Specifications
Dump Clearance10357.58 ft / 3.157 m
Static Tipping Load, Full Turn37271 lb / 16903 kg
Breakout Force51750 lb / 230 kN

Dimensions
Height to top of ROPS11.83 ft / 3606 mm
Height to top of exhaust pipe11.67 ft / 3557 mm
Height to top of hood8.8 ft / 2683 mm
Ground clearance1.63 ft / 496 mm
B-pin height - standard14.65 ft / 4466 mm
Center line rear axle to edge of counterweight8.07 ft / 2461 mm
Wheelbase11.32 ft / 3450 mm
Center line rear axle to hitch5.66 ft / 1725 mm

 
INDIANA'S LEADING EQUIPMENT DEALER

MacAllister Machinery has 14 convenient locations throughout Indiana: Beech Grove, Bloomington, Fishers, Fort Wayne, Greensburg, Indianapolis (HQ, Power Systems), Indianapolis (West), Lafayette, Muncie, Richmond, South Bend, Terre Haute, and Washington.

Headquarters: 7515 E 30th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Phone: (317) 545-2151  In-State Toll Free: (800) 382-1896  Out of State Toll Free: (800) 227-3228