CATERPILLAR 950E WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 950E is a mid-sized wheel loader engineered for versatile material handling and loading applications. Powered by a 3304 engine producing 159.6 gross horsepower and displacing 427.2 cubic inches, it delivers robust performance for demanding jobsite conditions. The machine features a 3.8 cubic yard heaped bucket with a 30,150-pound breakout force, enabling efficient excavation and loading of aggregates, ore, and general construction materials. Its hydraulic system operates with impressive cycle times—6.6 seconds to raise, 2.2 seconds to dump, and 3 seconds to lower—maximizing productivity. The 950E weighs 34,321.6 pounds at operating weight with a static tipping capacity of 22,566.6 pounds, providing stable load handling across various terrains. Dimensionally, the loader measures 24.8 feet in length, 9.1 feet in width, and 11.6 feet in height to the cab, with a 22.7-foot turning radius for maneuverability in confined spaces. The hinge pin achieves 13 feet maximum height, offering excellent dump clearance at 9.4 feet when fully raised. Equipped with 23.5-25 12PR tires and a four-speed transmission in both forward and reverse, the 950E reaches maximum speeds of 22.5 mph forward and 24.8 mph reverse. With a 58.7-gallon fuel capacity and 40.5-gallon hydraulic system fluid capacity, the loader delivers extended operational hours between service intervals, making it ideal for quarries, mines, and construction sites requiring reliable, efficient material handling.