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Overview

The new 972M Wheel Loader has a Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent or Tier 4 Final/Stage IV engine equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components, if required. Applying proven technologies systematically and strategically lets us meet our customer’s high expectations for productivity and fuel efficiency. Deep system integration results in improved performance, improved fuel economy, and reduced emissions without interrupting machine performance making it seamless to operators. The reliability, durability, and versatility of the 972M result in a machine that is better built to meet your needs.

Engine

Net Power – ISO 9249
299.00 hp
223.00 kW
Engine Model
Cat® C9.3 ACERT™
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV: Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995
337.00 hp
251.00 kW
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent: Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995
330.00 hp
246.00 kW

Weight

Operating Weight
54871.00 lb
24897.00 kg

Buckets

Bucket Capacities
2.9-9.9 m³ (3.75-13.0 yd³)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Cycle Time with Rated Payload – Dump, at Maximum Raise
1.50 Seconds
1.50 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time with Rated Payload – Lower, Empty, Float Down
3.10 Seconds
3.10 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time with Rated Payload – Raise from Carry Position
6.10 Seconds
6.10 Seconds
Hydraulic Cycle Time with Rated Payload – Total
10.70 Seconds
10.70 Seconds
Implement Pump Type
Variable Displacement Piston
Implement System: Maximum Operating Pressure
4496.00 psi
31000.00 kPa
Implement System: Maximum Pump Output (2,200 rpm)
95.00 gal/min
360.00 L/min
Implement System: Optional 3rd/4th Function Maximum Flow
63.00 gal/min
240.00 L/min
Implement System: Optional 3rd/4th Function Maximum Pressure
3159.00 psi
21780.00 kPa

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
18.90 gal
71.60 L
Crankcase
6.50 gal
24.50 L
Transmission
15.50 gal
58.50 L
Differentials and Final Drives – Front
15.10 gal
57.00 L
Differentials and Final Drives – Rear
15.10 gal
57.00 L
Hydraulic Tank
33.00 gal
125.00 L
DEF Tank*
4.40 gal
16.80 L
Fuel Tank
82.70 gal
313.00 L
Note
*Must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1 for Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models.

Transmission

Forward 1
4.20 mph
6.70 km/h
Forward 2
8.10 mph
13.10 km/h
Forward 3
14.40 mph
23.20 km/h
Forward 4
24.50 mph
39.50 km/h
Reverse 1
4.70 mph
7.60 km/h
Reverse 2
9.30 mph
15.00 km/h
Reverse 3
16.50 mph
26.50 km/h
Reverse 4
24.50 mph
39.50 km/h

Axles

Front
Fixed
Rear
Oscillating ±13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise and Fall
19.50 in
502.00 mm

Brakes

Brakes
Brakes meet ISO 3450 standards

Cab

ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471 and ISO 3449 Level II standards

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force
44075.00 lbf
196.00 kN
Static Tipping Load – Full 37° Turn: No Tire Deflection
38396.00 lb
17421.00 kg
Static Tipping Load – Full 37° Turn: With Tire Deflection
35626.00 lb
16164.00 kg

Sound

With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
70.00 dB(A)
70.00 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
109.00 dB(A)
109.00 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value: Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
76 dB(A)*
Note
The sound values indicated below are for specific operating conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
Note
*Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

Weight

Note
For 4.8 m3 (6.28 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE.

Transmission

Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.

Engine (Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent)

Engine Model
Cat C9.3 ACERT
Maximum Gross Power (1,800 rpm) – SAE J1995
330.00 hp
246.00 kW
Maximum Net Power (1,700 rpm) – SAE J1349
298.00 hp
222.00 kW
Peak Gross Torque (1,200 rpm) – SAE J1995
1275.00 lbf-ft
1728.00 N·m
Maximum Net Torque (1,000 rpm) – SAE J1349
1204.00 lbf-ft
1632.00 N·m
Bore
4.53 in
115.00 mm
Stroke
5.87 in
149.00 mm
Displacement
568.00 in3
9.30 L
Emissions
Cat engine with ACERT Technology – meets Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent emission standards.

Engine (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV)

Engine Model
Cat C9.3 ACERT
Maximum Gross Power (1,800 rpm) – SAE J1995
337.00 hp
251.00 kW
Maximum Net Power (1,700 rpm) – SAE J1349
299.00 hp
223.00 kW
Peak Gross Torque (1,200 rpm) – SAE J1995
1275.00 lbf-ft
1728.00 N·m
Maximum Net Torque (1,100 rpm) – SAE J1349
1220.00 lbf-ft
1654.00 N·m
Bore
4.53 in
115.00 mm
Stroke
5.87 in
149.00 mm
Displacement
568.00 in3
9.30 L
Emissions
Cat engine with ACERT Technology meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.
Note
The power ratings apply at the stated speed when tested under the reference conditions for the specified standards.
Note
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner and aftertreatment.
Note
The gross power advertised is with the fan at maximum speed.

Weight

Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 26.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression and a 4.8 m3 (6.28 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.

Operating Specifications

Note
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
Note
Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Sales Features

Reliable

Proven Components and Technology You Can Count On.

Durable

Better Designed to Meet Your Needs.

Productive

Work Smart and Move More.

Fuel Efficient

Engineered to Lower Your Operating Costs.

Easy to Operate

Safe. Comfortable. Efficient.

Versatile

Linkage and Guard Options to Meet Your Various Applications Needs.

Versatile

Do More Jobs with One Machine, Fusion Quick Coupler and Various Work Tools.

Integrated Technologies

Monitor, Manage, and Enhance Job Site Operations.

Owning Costs

Proven Best Investment.

Operating Costs

Save Time and Money by Working Smart.

Serviceable

Easy to Maintain. Easy to Service.

Sustainable

Conserving Resources.

Customer Support

Unmatched Support Makes the Difference.
Standard Equipment
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed (ROPS/FOPS)
    • Viscous mounts
    • Multi-function 18 cm (7 in) color touch-screen display for rear vision camera, clock and machine parameters
    • EH controls, SAL (single axis lever) lift and tilt function
    • Steering, EH joystick, speed sensing with force feedback
    • Radio ready (entertainment) includes antenna, speakers and converter (12V, 10-amp)
    • Air conditioner, heater, and defroster (auto temp and fan)
    • EH parking brake
    • Beverage holders (2) with storage compartment for cell phone/MP3 player
    • Bucket/work tool function lockout
    • Coat hook (2)
    • Cab air filter
    • Ergonomic cab access ladders and handrails
    • Horn, electric
    • Light, two dome (cab)
    • Mirrors, rearview external with integrated spot mirrors
    • Post mounted membrane 16 switch keypad
    • 2 receptacles, 12V
    • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth) air suspension
    • Seat belt, 51 mm (2 in) retractable, with indicator
    • Sun visor, front
    • Wet-arm wipers/washers front and rear, intermittent front wiper
    • Window, sliding (left and right sides)
    • Cab tie-off
  • COMPUTERIZED MONITORING SYSTEM
    • With following gauges: – Speedometer/tachometer – Digital gear range indicator – Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) level (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models) – Temperature: engine coolant, hydraulic oil, transmission oil – Fuel level
    • With following warning indicators: – Regeneration – Temperature: axle oil, engine intake manifold – Pressure: engine oil, fuel pressure hi/low, primary steering oil, service brake oil – Battery voltage hi/low – Engine air filter restriction – Hydraulic oil filter restriction – Hydraulic oil low – Parking brake – DEF low level (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models) – Transmission filter bypass
  • ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
    • Batteries (2), maintenance free 1,400 CCA
    • Ignition key; start/stop switch
    • Starter, electric, heavy duty
    • Starting and charging system (24V)
    • Lighting system: – Four halogen work lights (cab mounted) – Two halogen roading lights (with signals) – Two halogen rear vision lights (hood mounted)
    • Alarm, back-up
    • Alternator, 145-amp brushed
    • Main disconnect switch
    • Receptacle start (cables not included)
  • CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGIES
    • Link technologies: Product Link
    • Detect technologies: rear vision camera
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Engine, Cat C9.3 ACERT – meets Tier 3/Stage IIIA equivalent or Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards
    • Cat Clean Emissions Module (CEM) with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and remote Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank and pump (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV models)
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Fuel/water separator
    • Precleaner, engine air intake
    • Economy Mode (selectable)
    • Transmission, automatic planetary power shift (4F/4R)
    • Torque converter, locking clutch with free wheel stator
    • Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
    • Axles, manually actuated differential lock front axle, open differential rear axle
    • Axles, ecology drains
    • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc with Integrated Braking System (IBS)
    • Brake wear indicators
    • Parking brake, disc and caliper
    • Fan, radiator, on demand
  • LINKAGE
    • Linkage, Z-bar, cast crosstube/tilt lever
    • Kickout, lift and tilt, automatic
  • HYDRAULICS
    • Hydraulic system, load sensing
    • Steering, load sensing
    • Ride control, 2V
    • Remote diagnostic pressure taps
    • Hoses, Cat XT™
    • Oil sampling valves
  • FLUIDS
    • Premixed extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
  • OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
    • Hood, non-metallic power tilting
    • Service centers (electrical and hydraulic)
    • Platform, window washing
    • Auto idle shutdown
    • Fenders, front with mud-flap/rear with extension
    • Ecology drains for engine, transmission, and hydraulics
    • Ether aid ready
    • Grill, airborne debris
    • Filters: fuel, engine air, engine oil, hydraulic oil, transmission
    • Fuel cooler
    • Grease zerks
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Precleaner rain cap
    • Sight gauges: engine coolant, hydraulic oil, and transmission oil level
    • Toolbox
    • Vandalism protection caplocks
Optional Equipment
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Door, remote opening system
    • Cover, HVAC metallic
    • EH controls, SAL 3rd function: – Additional roller switch for 4th function
    • EH controls, joystick lift and tilt: – Additional integrated roller switches for 3rd and 4th functions
    • Filter, carbon fresh air
    • Mirrors, heated rearview external with integrated spot mirrors
    • Precleaner, HVAC
    • Precleaner, HVAC (RESPA)
    • Radio, AM/FM/USB/MP3 Bluetooth
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/USB/MP3 Bluetooth
    • Radio, AM/FM/CD/USB/MP3 Bluetooth with Satellite Sirius and XM
    • Radio, CB ready
    • Seat, heated air suspension
    • Seat belt, 76 mm (3 in) retractable, with indicator
    • Steering, EH wheel with directional FNR shifter and gear selector: – Additional FNR with implement controls
    • Roof, metallic
    • Steering, secondary
    • Sun visor, rear
    • Windows, rubber mounted
    • Windows, with front guard
    • Windows, with heavy duty front guard
    • Windows, with full guards front, rear and sides
  • ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
    • Four additional auxiliary halogen cab mounted work lights or
    • Two additional auxiliary front HI LED and two additional auxiliary rear LED cab mounted work lights with 2 LED work lights in the radiator grill and LED front turn signals also includes replacement of the standard four halogen cab mounted work lights with four LED work lights (the standard offering and only roading light available is the halogen roading light)
    • Warning amber strobe beacon
    • Reversing strobes
    • External seat belt indicator light
    • Speed limiter – 20 km/h (Europe only)
  • STARTERS, BATTERIES, AND ALTERNATORS
    • Cold start – 120V
    • Cold start – 240V
  • CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGIES
    • Link technologies: VIMS™
    • Payload technologies: – Aggregate Autodig – Cat Production Measurement – Printer, Cat Production Measurement
    • Detect technologies: dedicated display for rear vision camera, full-time activation
    • Machine Security System
    • Cat Object Detection
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Axles: – Automatic front/rear differential locks – Axle oil cooler – Extreme temperature seals – Seal guards
    • Fan, VPF (variable pitch fan), automatic and manual control
    • Radiator, high debris with wider fin spacing
  • LINKAGE
    • High lift
    • Extended capacity
    • Quick coupler ready
  • WORK TOOLS
    • Performance Series buckets
    • Fusion quick coupler
    • Forks, pallet
    • Forks, logging
  • HYDRAULICS
    • 3rd function with Ride Control: – Standard linkage – High lift linkage – Forestry linkage
    • 4th function with Ride Control: – Standard linkage – High lift linkage – Forestry linkage
  • FLUIDS
    • Premixed extended life coolant with freeze protection to –50° C (–58° F)
  • OTHER OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Fenders, roading
    • Guard, power train
    • Oil change, high speed engine
    • Precleaner, turbine
    • Precleaner, trash
    • Wheel chocks
  • OTHER OPTIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
    • Aggregate Handler
    • Industrial and Waste Handler
    • Steel Mill