2020 - 2023 CATERPILLAR 962H WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 962H wheel loader is a robust medium-sized machine engineered for high productivity and durability in heavy-duty applications. Powered by a Caterpillar C7 ACERT engine, it delivers a net power of 211 hp (157 kW) and peak torque of 669 lb-ft at 1,400 rpm, ensuring strong performance with improved fuel efficiency and emissions compliant with EPA Tier III and EU Stage III standards. The loader features a fixed front axle and an oscillating rear axle with ±13° articulation, providing excellent stability and maneuverability on rough terrain. The hydraulic system includes a load-sensing piston pump with a flow capacity of 71 gallons per minute (269 liters per minute), allowing precise and efficient control with a full hydraulic cycle time of 10 seconds. The bucket breakout force reaches 33,075 lbs (15,003 kg), with a reference bucket breakout force of 40,466 lbs (18,355 kg), supporting heavy material handling. Bucket capacities range up to 5 cubic yards (4 cubic meters) heaped, with a general-purpose 3.6 cubic-yard reference bucket and a width of 9.7 feet (3 meters). Dump clearance at maximum lift is 13.1 feet (4 meters), and the maximum reach is 4.3 feet (1.3 meters). The machine dimensions include an operating length of 26.8 feet (8 meters), width over tires of 9.2 feet (3 meters), and height to the top of the cab at 11.4 feet (3.5 meters). Operating weight is approximately 42,700 lbs (19,369 kg). The powershift transmission offers four forward and four reverse gears with a max forward speed of 23.6 mph (37 km/h) and reverse speed of 24.9 mph (40 km/h). The operator cabin meets SAE and ISO ROPS/FOPS safety standards, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment.