- Engine Make: 2236
- Engine Model: C9.3 ACERT
- Net Power: 288 hp / 214.8 kw
- Gross Power: 322 hp / 240.2 kw
Published dimensions and weight
Caterpillar 972K
The Caterpillar 972K is a wheel loader of about 26.2 t; its C9.3 ACERT engine is rated at 288 hp.
01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight57770 lb26204.1 kg
03Selected published values68
Wheel loaders are commonly used to load, carry and stockpile loose material on prepared surfaces. Published rows for Caterpillar 972K include published breakout force of 44075 lb / 19992.1 kg, published operating weight of 57770 lb / 26204.1 kg, published engine power of 322 hp / 240.2 kw. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.
- Compare the published “Engine Make” field (2236) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Engine Model” field (C9.3 ACERT) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
- Compare the published “Net Power” field (288 hp / 214.8 kw) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications
Published values, clearly grouped.
Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.
Engine
Engine Make22362236
Engine ModelC9.3 ACERTC9.3 ACERT
Net Power288 hp214.8 kw
Gross Power322 hp240.2 kw
Max Torque1051 lb ft1425 Nm
Bore4.5 in114.3 mm
Stroke5.9 in149.9 mm
Net Power - Iso 9249288 hp214.8 kw
Peak Gross Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J19951051 lb ft1425 Nm
Peak Net Torque - 1,400 Rpm - Sae J1349985 lb ft1335.5 Nm
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249288 hp214.8 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349288 hp214.8 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Iso 9249 - Metric292 hp217.8 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1349 - Metric292 hp217.8 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269288 hp214.8 kw
Maximum Net Power - 1,800 Rpm - Eec 80/1269 - Metric292 hp217.8 kw
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995318 hp237.2 kw
Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 Rpm - Sae J1995 - Metric322 hp240.2 kw
Operational
Operating Weight57770 lb26204.1 kg
Fuel Capacity101 gal382.4 L
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity52.3 gal198 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity17.4 gal65.9 L
Transmission Fluid Capacity13.2 gal50 L
Transmission
Number Of Forward Gears44
Number Of Reverse Gears44
Max Speed - Forward22.9 mph36.9 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse26.2 mph42.2 km/h
Forward - 14.4 mph7.1 km/h
Forward - 27.8 mph12.6 km/h
Forward - 313.3 mph21.5 km/h
Forward - 422.9 mph36.9 km/h
Reverse - 15 mph8.1 km/h
Reverse - 28.9 mph14.4 km/h
Reverse - 315.2 mph24.5 km/h
Reverse - 426.2 mph42.2 km/h
Weights
Operating Weight57770 lb26204.1 kg
Tires
TiresChoicesChoices
Buckets
Bucket Capacities2.90 m3-9.90 m3 (3.75 yd3-13.00 yd3)2.90 m3-9.90 m3 (3.75 yd3-13.00 yd3)
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting4496 psi30998.9 kPa
Pump Flow Capacity90 gal/min340.7 L/min
Raise Time5.9 sec5.9 sec
Dump Time2 sec2 sec
Pump TypePISTONPISTON
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total10.3 s10.3 s
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure4496 psi4496 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down2.4 s2.4 s
Steering System - Pump TypePistonPiston
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise From Carry Position5.9 s5.9 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, At Maximum Raise2 s2 s
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow79.3 gal/min79.3 gal/min
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure3000 psi3000 psi
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output At 2,275 Rpm90 gal/min90 gal/min
Axles
FrontFixedFixed
RearOscillating ?13 degreesOscillating ?13 degrees
Maximum Single-Wheel Rise And Fall19.5 in495.3 mm
Brakes
BrakesMeet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standardsMeet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards
Operating Specifications
Breakout Force44075 lb19992.1 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Iso 14397-1*35963 lb16312.6 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 37 Degrees Turn - Rigid Tires**38884 lb17637.5 kg
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System17.4 gal65.9 L
Crankcase6.5 gal24.7 L
Hydraulic Tank52.3 gal198 L
Fuel Tank - Standard101 gal382.4 L
Transmission13.2 gal50 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front16.9 gal64 L
Differential - Final Drives - Rear16.9 gal64 L
Sound
StandardsStandardsStandards
Cab
Rops/FopsMeets SAE and ISO standardsMeets SAE and ISO standards
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