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The Cat 966 GC Wheel Loader

Keywords: Wheel Loaders , Loader

Tags: Caterpillar

By: P&E Staff
Post Date: June 04, 2020
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The new CAT 966 GC Wheel Loader is designed for reliable performance and long-term durability in a wide range of applications, as well as for various tasks in governmental applications that require a capable, versatile machine that fits the budget.

The new Cat® 966 GC Wheel Loader offers low fuel consumption with an on-demand fan, loadsensing 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 business.

New Cat 966 GC Wheel Loader
The 966 GC wheel loader is a simple, reliable machine that is durable, fuel competitive, and economical

Powefull Efficiency

The Cat C9.3B engine, with a maximum gross power rating of 239 kW (321 horsepower) and emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA emission levels, features a new common-rail fuel injection system designed for fuels available in emerging markets. An electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, variable speed cooling fan, combined with the Cat Engine Idle Management System, results in lower fuel consumption and reduced sound levels. An optional automatic reversing fan assists in cleaning cooling cores in high-debris environments. A high-ambient cooling package and cold-start system also are available.

The new loader uses a 4F/4R electronically controlled, planetary powershift transmission, designed and built by Caterpillar, and featuring an electronic clutch, pressure-compensated, single clutch shifting system for smooth, efficient gear changes in all operating situations.

A range of available work tools includes a selection of Cat Performance Series buckets (general purpose, rock, and light material configurations), which incorporate a long floor, wide opening, and curved side plates. These design features enable operators of all experience levels to routinely attain 10 percent higher bucket-fill factors, compared with legacy designs, improving cycle times and reducing fuel consumption. The Cat Fusion™ quick coupler and controls also are available, and combined with optional third-function auxiliary hydraulics, the coupler allows use of a wide selection of Cat work tools.

 

Productive Results

The 966 GC control system includes an operator interface display with five analog-like gauges, color indicator lights, and an LCD screen. Low-effort, pilot-operated implement controls feature a remote kick down switch for best operating comfort.

Inclined ladders and integrated handrails are located on both sides of the machine to provide access to the cab and to the engine air filter. A large roof-to-floor, distortion-free, flat glass front windshield; standard rearview camera; and exterior mirrors with integrated spot mirrors provide all-around visibility. Air conditioning with 10 louvered vents is also a standard feature.

Ground level access to grouped service points reduces maintenance time, and large gull-wing engine hood side panels and a tilt-up rear grill provide unrestricted access to daily service points, greasing points, filters, and fluid-sampling ports. An optional Cat Autolube greasing system further reduces maintenance time.

966 GC Wheel Loader Specifications

Engine

Cat® C9.3B

Max Power @ 1,6000 rpm (ISO 14396), m3 (yd3)

4.2 (5.5)

Static tipping load, articulated, kg (lb.)

14,321 (31,572)

Bucket pin height, mm (ft.)

4256 (14)

Dump clearance (with teeth & segments), mm (ft./in.)

2882 (9’ 5”)

Breakout force (with teeth & segments), kN (lbf)

158 (35,520)

Wheel base, mm (ft./in.)

3550 (11’ 8”)

Operating weight, kg (lb.)

21 756 (47,964)

 

By: P&E Staff
Post Date: June 04, 2020
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