US
METRIC
972L
KEY SPECS
- Net Power - ISO 9249 222kW
- Emissions Tier 3/Stage IIIA
- Displacement 9.3l
OVERVIEW
BENEFITS
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Up To 5% More Power
- Lock-up clutch torque converter, combined with lock-to-lock shifting, delivers smooth shifts, fast acceleration and speed on grade. High capacity torque converter results in greater digging efficiency.
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Designed for Operators
- New best-in-class operator environment provides unmatched comfort, visibility, and efficiency. Controls are easy to use, intuitive, and user-friendly.
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Up To 15% Fuel Savings
- Engine burns less fuel by providing power and torque when needed. Load sensing hydraulics result in proportional flow for implement and steering on demand. Machine equipped with easy to load buckets.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE
RELIABILITY YOU CAN COUNT ON
- Cat® C9.3 engine offers increased power density.
- Utilizing rigorous component design and machine validation processes results in unmatched reliability, durability and high uptime.
LONG TERM VALUE AND DURABILITY
- Heavy-duty powershift transmission and axles handle extreme applications effectively.
- Improved hydraulic hose routing reduces potential hose wear.
- Full flow hydraulic filtration system with additional loop filtration improves hydraulic system robustness and component life.
BUILT TO PERFORM
- Engine power increased by approximately 5% improves machine performance and response (compared to H Series).
- Lock-up clutch torque converter, combined with lock-to-lock shifting, delivers smooth shifts, fast acceleration and speed on grade.
- High capacity torque converter results in greater digging efficiency.
- Z-bar linkage provides high breakout force at ground level.
- Optional high lift linkage offers increased hinge pin height to load more easily in a variety of applications.
- Easy-to-load Performance Series Buckets feature a wider mouth and curved side plates that improve material retention (fill factor) and decrease cycle times.
- Optional fully automatic traction control system (differential locks) improves performance in the pile and poor underfoot conditions.
- Optional Aggregate Handler configuration offers slightly higher payload capability for loose aggregate rehandling.*
* Optional configurations and equipment may vary from region to region and requires conformance to Caterpillar payload policy. Consult your dealer or Caterpillar representative for details.
DO MORE WITH LESS FUEL
- Up to 15% lower fuel consumption than H Series.*
- Power dense engine burns less fuel by providing power and torque when needed.
- Performance Series Buckets feature a longer floor that easily digs through the pile resulting in lower fuel consumption.
- Load sensing hydraulics result in proportional flow for implement and steering on demand.
- Standard productive Economy Mode provides maximum fuel savings with minimal productivity impact.
* Actual results may vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, machine configuration, operator technique, machine application, climate, etc.
DESIGNED FOR OPERATORS
- New best-in-class operator environment provides unmatched comfort, visibility, and efficiency.
- Intuitive, ergonomic controls keep operators focused on their work.
- Optional new ride control system with dual accumulators provides excellent ride quality and lowers cab vibrations.
SAFELY HOME EVERY DAY
- Excellent cab access with wide door and stair-like steps.
- Floor to ceiling windshield, large mirrors with integrated spot mirrors and rear vision camera provide industry leading all-around visibility.
- Robust, repositioned grab bars provide safe access to the machine.
SAVE ON SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
- One-piece tilting hood with side and rear doors; hydraulic and electrical service centers make access fast and easy.
- Safe, ground level access to fuel fill and daily maintenance points means less servicing time is required.
- Optional, fully integrated Cat Autolube system provides full lube system monitoring and diagnostic test visibility.
TECHNOLOGY THAT GETS WORK DONE
- Monitor, manage and enhance job site operations.
- Cat LINK Technologies: VisionLink® enables owners to access data wirelessly to monitor machine health, utilization and location.
- Cat DETECT Technologies: Integrated rear vision camera enhances visibility behind machine to help operators work safely. Optional Cat Rear Object Detection increases operator awareness of the working environment which enhances site safety.
- Cat PAYLOAD Technologies: Optional Cat Production Measurement 2.0 brings simple and accurate on-the-go payload scale allowing operators to deliver exact loads and work more efficiently. Advanced Productivity subscription provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Net Power - ISO 9249 222kW
- Emissions Tier 3/Stage IIIA
- Displacement 9.3l
- Maximum Gross Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric 242kW
- Engine Model Cat C9.3
- Operating Weight 24897kg
- Bucket Capacities 3.40-9.90 m³ (4.45-12.95 yd³)
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection 17421kg
- Breakout Force 196kN
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection 16164kg
- Forward - 2 13.1km/h
- Forward - 4 39.5km/h
- Reverse - 2 15km/h
- Forward - 1 6.9km/h
- Reverse - 3 26.5km/h
- Reverse - 1 7.8km/h
- Forward - 3 23.2km/h
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 31000kPa
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 10.7s
- Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,200 rpm 360l/min
- Implement Pump Type Variable Displacement Piston
- Transmission 58.5l
- Cooling System 71.6l
- Crankcase 24.5l
- Fuel Tank 303l
- Differential - Final Drives - Front 57l
- Hydraulic Tank 125l
- Differential - Final Drives - Rear 57l
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 109dB(A)
- Note (1) *Distance of 15 m, moving forward in second gear ratio.
- Note (2) **For machines in countries that adopt the EU Directives.
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) 76 dB(A)*
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry 680mm
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 4140mm
- Ground Clearance 434mm
- Reverse - 4 39.5km/h
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4458mm
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 2500mm
- Height - Top of Hood 2818mm
- Height - Top of ROPS 3587mm
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 72dB(A)
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 3843mm
- Note All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 4793mm
- Tread Width 2230mm
- Note (1) For a machine configuration as defined under "Weight."
- Note (3) ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
- Maximum Width over Tires 3009mm
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry 778mm
- Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric 222kW
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3522mm
- Maximum Net Torque - 1,100 rpm 1632N·m
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 1775mm
- Note (2) Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
- Height - Top of ROPS 3587mm
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 1775mm
- Rack Back - Carry Height 49 degrees
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift 56 degrees
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 2500mm
- Overall Length - Without Bucket 8111mm
- Maximum Width over Tires 3009mm
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)** 69dB(A)
- Tread Width 2230mm
- Overall Length - Without Bucket 7773mm
- Ground Clearance 434mm
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift 71 degrees
- Note All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.
- Wheel Base 3550mm
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3522mm
- Rack Back - Carry Height 50 degrees
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** 108 LWA***
- Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 1710N·m
- Height - Top of Hood 2818mm
- Wheel Base 3550mm
- Rack Back at Ground 39 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground 41 degrees
- Note Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 26.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link?, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression and a 4.8 m3 general purpose bucket with BOCE.
- Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm roll radius.
- Emissions Tier 3/Stage IIIA
- Bucket Range 3.40-9.90 m³ (4.45-12.95 yd³)
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