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New 966 GC Wheel Loader in North Carolina

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The new Cat® 966 GC Wheel Loader is easy to own and operate. It offers low fuel consumption with an on-demand fan, load sensing hydraulics, intuitive controls, and performance series buckets. This machine is built to be just the right machine for a broad range of applications. Great machine performance combined with the low owning and operating costs makes the 966 GC the right choice for your business.

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    Bore - ISO 9249 4.53in
    Displacement 568in³
    Engine Model Cat C9.3B
    Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 321hp
    Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396:2002 1314ft·lbf
    Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 325hp
    Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014 1327ft·lbf
    Net Power - ISO 9249 292hp
    Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 292hp
    Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 1234ft·lbf
    Note (1) Cat engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Tier 5, China Nonroad Stage IV, and Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final) emission standards.
    Note (2) The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
    Note (3) Cat engines are compatible with the following renewable, alternative, and biodiesel* fuels that reduce greenhouse gases on a lifecycle basis: • Up to B20 biodiesel (FAME) ** • Up to 100% HVO and GTL renewable fuels
    Stroke 5.87in
    Note (1) * For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
    Note (2) * Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
    Operating Weight* 48018lb
    Bucket Capacities 3.2 - 7.1 m³ (4.25 - 9.25 yd³)
    Breakout Force 36974lbf
    Note (1) * For 4.0 m3 (5.2 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
    Note (2) * Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
    Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection 32233lb
    Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection 30072lb
    Note (1) *Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
    Note (2) ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives”.
    Note (3) *** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC”.
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** 108 dB(A)***
    With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)** 73dB(A)
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 110dB(A)
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) 78 dB(A)*
    With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 75dB(A)
    Forward - 1 4mile/h
    Forward - 2 7.5mile/h
    Forward - 3 13mile/h
    Forward - 4 21.6mile/h
    Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32 in) roll radius.
    Reverse - 1 4.3mile/h
    Reverse - 2 8.2mile/h
    Reverse - 3 14.3mile/h
    Reverse - 4 22.9mile/h
    Cooling System 14gal (US)
    Crankcase 6.1gal (US)
    DEF Tank 6.9gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Front 15.1gal (US)
    Differential - Final Drives - Rear 15.1gal (US)
    Fuel Tank 84.5gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 26.7gal (US)
    Transmission 14.5gal (US)
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down 2.6s
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position 5.7s
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time 10.1s
    Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston, Load Sensing
    Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function 63gpm
    Implement System - Maximum Flow @ 2,275 rpm 86gpm
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4047psi
    Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function 3304psi
    ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
    Brakes Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
    B-Pin Height 13.11ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 8.1ft
    Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 5.82ft
    Ground Clearance 1.49ft
    Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 11.61ft
    Height - Top of Hood 9.2ft
    Height - Top of ROPS 11.75ft
    Lift Arm Clearance 12.16ft
    Rack Back - Carry 50°
    Rack Back - Ground 42°
    Rack Back - Maximum Lift 62°
    Wheel Base 11.65ft
    Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise 1.8s
    Recyclability 97%

    Standard Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents and filter unit located outside of cab
    • Bucket/work tool function lockout
    • Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
    • Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed
    • Camera, rearview
    • Coat hook
    • Computerized monitoring system
    • Cup holders and personal tray on right console and behind seat
    • Horn
    • Mirrors, rearview external with integrated spot mirror
    • Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt function; two (2) single axis levers or joystick
    • 12V power port (10A)
    • Radio ready
    • ROPS/FOPS structure
    • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), mechanical suspension
    • Steering column, adjustable angle
    • Window, sliding (left and right sides)
    • Wipers/washers (front and rear)
    • Axels, Open/Open differentials
    • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
    • Cat C9.3B engine
    • EIMS (Engine Idle Management System)
    • AIS (Auto Idle Shutdown)
    • Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
    • Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
    • Filter, fuel primary/secondary/tertiary
    • Filters, engine air, primary/secondary
    • Fuel priming pump (electric)
    • Fuel/water separator
    • Radiator, unit core (9.5 fpi) with ATAAC
    • Torque converter
    • Transmission, powershift (4F/4R), automatic (2-4) with kick-down function, overspeed protection
    • Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
    • Z-bar, cast tilt lever
    • Dedicated brake and fan pump
    • Dedicated load sensing steering pump
    • Load sensing implement system pilot operated
    • S O S ℠ oil sampling valves
    • Alarm, back-up variable/main disconnect switch
    • Alternator (145-amp, brush type)
    • Batteries, maintenance free (2 x 1,125 CCA)
    • Ignition key; start/stop
    • Lighting system: 4 halogen work lights, cab mounted
    • Roading lights with high/low beam and F and R turn signals
    • Starter, electric (heavy duty)
    • Starting and charging system, 24V
    • Cold weather starting basic (ether starting aid)
    • Counterweight, 605 kg (1,334 lb)
    • Fenders (front) steel
    • Grill, airborne debris
    • Hitch, drawbar with pin
    • Hood, metallic on steel structure
    • Doors, service access (locking)
    • L3 radial or bias ply tires
    • Precleaner, strata tubes
    • Product Link ready

    Optional Equipment:

    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • Cat® Payload (kit)
    • Radio
    • Seat, air suspended
    • Axles, limited slip differential(s)
    • Axles, oil cooler
    • Fan, reversing automatic and manual control
    • Fusion quick coupler control with dual kick outs
    • Quick coupler control
    • Ride control
    • 3rd function with additional dedicated single axis lever
    • Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, cab mounted
    • Lighting system: 4 LED work lights, cab mounted
    • Lighting system: 8 LED work lights, cab mounted
    • Lights: warning beacon
    • Autolube system
    • Camera, front view (kit)**
    • Cold weather starting full (HD batteries 2 x 1,400 CCA, ether system, jacket water heater, cold weather fluids)
    • Fender rear extensions or roading
    • L5 traction tires
    • Power train guard
    • Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
    • Precleaner, strata tubes with screen
    • Reverse Stobe (kit)***
    • Roading Certification****
    • Secondary steering system, electrical*
    • Toolbox
    • Window cleaning (kit)
    • Windshield guard
    • * Standard where mandated
    • ** Refer to M0106413 publication for usage reqiurements.
    • *** Not compatible with roading arrangements.
    • **** Offering depends on region.

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