The Caterpillar 950F is a robust wheel loader featuring a turbocharged 6-cylinder Caterpillar 3116 engine delivering 180 hp gross (170 hp net) at 2200 rpm and a displacement of 402.8 cu in. It operates a planetary powershift transmission with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, enabling a maximum forward speed of 24.4 mph and reverse speed of 26.7 mph. The loader has an operating weight of approximately 34,678 lbs (15,730 kg) and runs on 23.5-25 12PR tires. Its dimensions include a length of 25.3 ft, width over tires of 9.1 ft, height to the top of the cab of 11.6 ft, and a wheelbase of 10.5 ft. The bucket has a heaped capacity of 3.8 cubic yards (2 m³) and a struck capacity of 3.4 cubic yards (2 m³), with a bucket width of 9.3 ft. The breakout force is 35,801 lbs, making it highly effective for heavy material handling. Hydraulic functions feature a pump flow of 62.7 gal/min, with raise, dump, and lower times of 6.6, 2.2, and 3 seconds respectively, and relief valve at 3000 psi. The machine offers a 9.7 ft dump clearance at max raise and a hinge pin max height of 13 ft, with a turning radius of 21.1 ft. Fuel capacity is 58.7 gallons, and fluid capacities include 40.5 gallons for hydraulic system, 13 gallons for cooling, and 5.3 gallons for engine oil. Rear axle oscillation is 26°, enhancing stability on uneven terrain. The 24 V electrical system supplies 50 amps from the alternator. The Caterpillar 950F is designed for efficient medium-duty construction and material handling tasks with balanced power, capacity, and maneuverability.