966C Caterpillar 966C Specifications & Technical Data (1976—1981)

The Caterpillar 966C is a wheel loader manufactured from 1976 to 1981. It has a weight of 16.74 tons and a transport length of 6.8…

The Caterpillar 966C is a wheel loader manufactured from 1976 to 1981. It has a weight of 16.74 tons and a transport length of 6.83 meters. The bucket width is 2.92 meters, and it has a maximum discharge height of 3 meters. The travel speed is 38 km/h, and the transport width is 2.92 meters. The transport height is 5.36 meters. It has a lifting force of 125 kN and a turning radius outside of 6.32 meters. The maximum bucket capacity is 3.44 cubic meters, while the minimum bucket capacity is 2.29 cubic meters.

Technical specs - 966C Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
16.74 t
Standard tyres
23.5-25.12 PR (L-2)
Bucket width
2.92 m
Bucket capacity min.
2.29 m³
Bucket capacity max.
3.44 m³
Transport length
6.83 m
Transport width
2.92 m
Transport height
5.36 m
Travel speed
38 km/h
Max. discharge height
3 m
Turning radius outside
6.32 m
Lifting force
125 kN
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
3036
Engine power
127 kW
Displacement
10.5 l
No. of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore x stroke
121x152 mm

More technical details, like: bucket capacity, 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 966C FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 966C manufactured?

The Caterpillar 966C was manufactured from 1976 to 1981.

How much does the Caterpillar 966C wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 966C wheel loader weighs 16.74 tons.

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

The Caterpillar 966C wheel loader has a transport length of 6.83 meters, a transport width of 2.92 meters, and a transport height of 5.36 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 966C has a travel speed of 38 km/h.

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

The Caterpillar 966C wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 23.5-25.12 PR (L-2).

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

The Caterpillar 966C wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 6.32 meters.

What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 966C wheel loader?

The source data does not provide a power rating for the Caterpillar 966C wheel loader; it only specifies a lifting force of 125 kN.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Caterpillar 966C?

The Caterpillar 966C has a maximum discharge height of 3 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 966C wheel loader has a bucket with a maximum capacity of 3.44 cubic meters, a minimum capacity of 2.29 cubic meters, and a width of 2.92 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 966C Wheel loader (1976u20131981) worth?

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

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