973D Caterpillar 973D Specifications & Technical Data (2009—2015)

Weight: 28.1t – Transport length: 2.8m – Transport width: 3.5m – Transport height: 5.18m – Bucket width: 2.508m – Bucket capacity: 3m³

Technical specs - 973D Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
28.1 t
Transport length
2.8 m
Transport width
3.5 m
Transport height
5.18 m
Bucket width
2.508 m
Bucket capacity
3 m³
Track width
675 mm
Travel speed
11 km/h
Max. discharge height
3.358 m
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C9 Acert
Engine power
189 kW
Displacement
8.8 l
No. of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore x stroke
112x149 mm
Emission level
Tier 3

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Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Rear ripper
No
Aircondition
Yes

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