966 Caterpillar 966 Specifications & Technical Data (1960—1976)

The Caterpillar 966 is a wheel loader manufactured from 1960 to 1976. It has a weight of 11.98 tons and a transport length of 6.17…

The Caterpillar 966 is a wheel loader manufactured from 1960 to 1976. It has a weight of 11.98 tons and a transport length of 6.17 meters. The bucket capacity is 1.7 cubic meters with a width of 2.46 meters. The maximum discharge height is 2.95 meters. It has a travel speed of 36.7 km/h and a transport width and height of 2.46 meters and 2.69 meters respectively. The lifting force is 106.7 kN and it has a turning radius outside of 6.33 meters.

Technical specs - 966 Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
11.98 t
Standard tyres
16.00-24. 12PR
Bucket width
2.46 m
Bucket capacity
1.7 m³
Transport length
6.17 m
Transport width
2.46 m
Transport height
2.69 m
Travel speed
36.7 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.95 m
Turning radius outside
6.33 m
Lifting force
106.7 kN
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
D333
Engine power
104 kW
Displacement
8.6 l
No. of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore x stroke
114x140 mm

More technical details, like: bucket capacity min., bucket capacity max., steering mode, model series, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, emission level are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin, std. shovel and teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
Swing loader
No
telescopic
No
Aircondition
No
Quick hitch hydr.
No
Quick hitch mech.
No

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Caterpillar 966 FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 966 manufactured?

The Caterpillar 966 was manufactured from 1960 to 1976.

How much does the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader weighs 11.98 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader has a transport length of 6.17 meters, a transport width of 2.46 meters, and a transport height of 2.69 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader has a travel speed of 36.7 km/h.

What are the undercarriage tyre specifications of the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 16.00-24. 12PR.

What is the turning radius of the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 6.33 meters.

What is the lifting force of the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 966 wheel loader has a lifting force of 106.7 kN.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Caterpillar 966?

The Caterpillar 966 has a maximum discharge height of 2.95 meters.

What are the specifications of the bucket on the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader?

The bucket on the Caterpillar 966 wheel loader has a capacity of 1.7 cubic meters and a width of 2.46 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 966 Wheel loader (1960u20131976) worth?

The residual value of the Caterpillar 966 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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