CATERPILLAR 972M WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 972M is a medium-duty wheel loader powered by a Cat C9.3 ACERT engine delivering 299 net horsepower and 1,220 lbf-ft of maximum torque. With an operating weight of approximately 54,871 lbs, this machine features a 6 cubic yard heaped bucket capacity and a 10'6" bucket width, delivering 45,482 lbs of breakout force. The 972M offers impressive tipping capacities of 43,473 lbs in straight configuration and 38,322 lbs in full turn, with a dump clearance of 10'5" and full height reach of 4'4". The hydraulic system operates at a maximum pressure of 4,496 psi with variable displacement piston pumps. This model features a wheelbase of 11'8" and ground clearance of 1'5", making it suitable for diverse jobsites. The 972M High Lift variant provides enhanced 11'42" dump clearance while maintaining the same engine specifications and bucket capacity range of 3.75 to 13 cubic yards. Both configurations utilize Tier 4 emissions-compliant engines and are equipped with ROPS/FOPS cabs meeting ISO safety standards. The 972M delivers reliable performance in material handling, loading, and excavation applications, combining maneuverability with substantial load capacity for construction and mining operations.