972 G II Caterpillar 972 G II Specifications & Technical Data (2001—2005)

The Caterpillar 972 G II is a wheel loader manufactured from 2001 to 2005. It has a weight of 26.9 tons and a transport length of …

The Caterpillar 972 G II is a wheel loader manufactured from 2001 to 2005. It has a weight of 26.9 tons and a transport length of 9.25 meters. The bucket width is 3.22 meters and the maximum discharge height is 3.05 meters. It has a travel speed of 35.7 km/h and a transport width of 2.97 meters. The transport height is 3.58 meters, and the turning radius outside is 6.63 meters. The lifting force is 223.7 kN, and the bucket capacity ranges from 3.8 to 5.5 cubic meters. Special equipment includes air conditioning.

972 G II

Years of manufacture: 2001—2005

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Technical specs - 972 G II Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight: 26.9 t

Standard tyres: 26.5 R 25

Bucket width: 3.22 m

Bucket capacity min.: 3.8 m³

Bucket capacity max.: 5.5 m³

Steering mode: KL

Transport length: 9.25 m

Transport width: 2.97 m

Transport height: 3.58 m

Travel speed: 35.7 km/h

Max. discharge height: 3.05 m

Turning radius outside: 6.63 m

Lifting force: 223.7 kN

Engine manuf.: Caterpillar

Engine type: 3196 ATAAC

Engine power: 209 kW

Displacement: 12 l

Revolutions at max torque: 2100 rpm

More technical details, like: bucket capacity, model series, dimension lxwxh, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, 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: Yes
Quick hitch hydr.: No
Quick hitch mech.: No

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Caterpillar 972 G II FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 972 G II manufactured?

The Caterpillar 972 G II was manufactured from 2001 to 2005.

How much does the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader weighs 26.9 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 972 G II has a transport length of 9.25 meters, a transport width of 2.97 meters, and a transport height of 3.58 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 972 G II has a travel speed of 35.7 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 26.5 R 25.

What are the maneuverability specifications of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader has an articulated-frame steering mode and an outside turning radius of 6.63 meters.

What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The power rating of the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader is not provided in the available data.

What is the maximum discharge height of the Caterpillar 972 G II?

The Caterpillar 972 G II has a maximum discharge height of 3.05 meters.

What are the specifications of the bucket on the Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader?

The Caterpillar 972 G II wheel loader has a bucket with a maximum capacity of 5.5 cubic meters, a minimum capacity of 3.8 cubic meters, and a width of 3.22 meters.

How much is a Caterpillar 972 G II Wheel loader (2001u20132005) worth?

The residual value of the Caterpillar 972 G II depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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Caterpillar 972 G II user from Italy

Robust and easy to operate

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Standard tyres:: 26.5 R 25

Bucket width:: 3.22 m

Bucket capacity min.:: 3.8 m³

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