966D Caterpillar 966D Specifications & Technical Data (1981—2026)

The Caterpillar 966D is a wheel loader that has been manufactured since 1981. It has a weight of 19.51 tons and a transport length…

The Caterpillar 966D is a wheel loader that has been manufactured since 1981. It has a weight of 19.51 tons and a transport length of 7.81 meters. The bucket capacity is 3.1 cubic meters with a width of 3.04 meters. The maximum discharge height is 3.02 meters. It has a travel speed of 34.3 km/h and a transport width of 3.04 meters. The transport height is 3.56 meters. The lifting force of this machine is 216 kN. It has a turning radius outside of 6.71 meters.

966D

Years of manufacture: 1981—2026

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Technical specs - 966D Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight: 19.51 t

Standard tyres: 23.5-25. 16PR

Bucket width: 3.04 m

Bucket capacity: 3.1 m³

Transport length: 7.81 m

Transport width: 3.04 m

Transport height: 3.56 m

Travel speed: 34.3 km/h

Max. discharge height: 3.02 m

Turning radius outside: 6.71 m

Lifting force: 216 kN

More technical details, like: bucket capacity min., bucket capacity max., steering mode, model series, engine manuf., engine type, engine power, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders...

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 966D FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 966D manufactured?

The Caterpillar 966D was first produced in 1981.

How much does the Caterpillar 966D wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 966D wheel loader weighs 19.51 tons.

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

The Caterpillar 966D has a transport length of 7.81 meters, a transport width of 3.04 meters, and a transport height of 3.56 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 966D wheel loader has a travel speed of 34.3 km/h.

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

The Caterpillar 966D wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 23.5-25 with a 16PR rating.

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

The Caterpillar 966D wheel loader has an outside turning radius of 6.71 meters.

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

The Caterpillar 966D wheel loader has a lifting force of 216 kN.

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

The Caterpillar 966D has a maximum discharge height of 3.02 meters.

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

The bucket of the Caterpillar 966D has a capacity of 3.1 cubic meters and a width of 3.04 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 966D Wheel loader (1981u20132025) worth?

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

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Standard tyres:: 23.5-25. 16PR

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