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METRIC
966 GC
OVERVIEW
BENEFITS
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Low Owning Cost Per Hour
- Engine Idle Management System (EIMS), Auto Engine Idle Shutdown (EIS), variable speed fan and load sensing hydraulics help result in the low fuel consumption on this machine.
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Easy to Operate and Maintain
- Intuitive controls and excellent visibility provide a comfortable working environment for efficient all day operation. Grouped service points and sight gauges allow for easy daily maintenance.
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One Machine, Many Jobs
- Designed to handle all the jobs on your worksite from material handling and truck loading to general construction. This machine is purpose built to be just the right machine for your work.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE
Proven Reliability
- Cat C9.3B engine offers high power density with a combination of proven and improved electronic, fuel, and air systems.
- Engine meets China Nonroad Stage III and Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
- Thorough component choice, design and in-machine validation processes result in excellent reliability and uptime.
- Advansys™ GET system features stronger adapters; tips with a new shape to better protect the adapter and an integrated retainer.
Achieve Greater Productivity
- The proven Cat Z-bar linkage geometry with Performance Series Buckets offer excellent penetration into the pile and high breakout forces. This results in low fuel consumption and exceptional production capabilities.
- Cat designed, electronically controlled, automatic powershift heavy duty planetary transmission features shift protection and single clutch gear shifting for efficiency, durability, and smooth gear changes.
- Optional Fusion™ quick-coupler and third hydraulic function can make the machine a versatile tool carrier for buckets, grapples or forks.
Superior Fuel Efficiency
- Engine Idle Management System (EIMS) reduces idle RPM and fuel consumption.
- Variable speed fan adjusts to meet the varying cooling requirements of the machine resulting in a reduced average fan speed and lowered fuel consumption, noise levels, and radiator plugging.
- Load sensing hydraulics produce flow and pressure for the implement system upon demand and only in amounts necessary to perform the needed work functions.
Easy, Comfortable Operator Environment
- The spacious cab features easy, intuitive controls and excellent visibility which provides a comfortable working environment for efficient operation.
- A comfortable cloth covered suspension (mechanical) seat is standard, an optional air suspended seat is available.
- Pilot-operated hydraulic implement controls deliver comfortable, low-effort operation. Two single-axis levers or one joystick are available. Both arrangements are equipped with kick-down switches.
- Unmatched viewing area with a wide, flat, and distortion-free front windshield.
- The glass stretches to the floor of the cab for excellent visibility to the bucket and front tires.
- Sliding side windows on both sides allow natural ventilation and easy communication to ground staff.
- The cab roof has channels which direct rain off the corners of the cab, keeping windows clear.
- Air conditioning and heating systems are standard. Ten louvered vents allow the operator to direct the air flow to remain productive and efficient all shift long.
- Optional windshield guard.
Safety Features
- Ladders are standard on both sides of the machine; the main cab access features a 15-degree angle to easily access the operator environment.
- Steps are equipped with hand and/or guardrails to safely access the cab and maintenance points of the machine.
- The main cab door opens to the front and provides wide access to the operator environment.
- Front and back wipers ensure that a clear view is maintained.
- External rearview mirrors with integrated spot mirrors are standard.
- A rear vision camera is standard to enhance visibility behind the machine.
Reduced Maintenance Time and Costs
- Grouped service points and sight gauges allow for easy daily maintenance.
- Convenient access to left, right, and rear of engine compartment provides excellent serviceability.
- Electrical service center, along with additional key serviceability features, help make servicing and in-field component exchange quick, easy, and efficient.
- A rear swing-up grill gives easy cleaning access to the cooling cores.
- Hinged wheel guards are easy to remove/re-install providing wide access to all maintenance points and to the engine compartment.
- Optional power train bottom guard protects the machine against damage to reduced downtime.
- Optional Cat Autolube system provides full lube system monitoring and diagnostic test visibility. One-button control, including fault flash function.
- Caterpillar design and manufacturing techniques assure outstanding service life.
Cat Production Measurement Kit – Optional*
- On-the-go weighing** for precise load targets with proven accuracy, flexible installation, and easy calibration and setup.
- Brings payload weighing to the cab so operators can work more productively and deliver consistently accurate loads.
- Increases productivity, weighing while lifting with no interruptions in loading cycle.
- High efficiency: load to exact specification, load more trucks faster, and move more material for more revenue.
- Improve efficiency with less rework; save time, labor, fuel, and costs.
- Simple installation.
**Not legal for trade
SPECIFICATIONS
- Net Power - ISO 9249 196kW
- Engine Model Cat C9.3B
- Stroke 149mm
- Displacement 9.3l
- Rated Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 196kW
- Rated Gross Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 14396 219kW
- Max Net Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 1671N·m
- Bore - ISO 9249 115mm
- Max Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396 239kW
- Max Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396 1779N·m
- Operating Weight 21577kg
- Bucket Capacities 3.8-7.1 m³ (5.0-9.25 yd³)
- Operating Weight 21577kg
- Breakout Force 164kN
- Note (1) For 4.0 m³ (5.2 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
- Note (3) **Compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 5.
- Note (2) *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
- Tipping Load - Full Turn - Rigid Tires** 14568kg
- Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-1:2007* 13594kg
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) 75dB(A)
- Note (2) **European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.”
- Note (1) *For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.”
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) 110dB(A)
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* 75dB(A)
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level* 108 LWA**
- Forward - 1 6.4km/h
- Forward - 2 12.1km/h
- Forward - 3 21km/h
- Forward - 4 34.8km/h
- Reverse - 1 7km/h
- Reverse - 2 13.2km/h
- Reverse - 3 23km/h
- Reverse - 4 36.9km/h
- Note (1) Maximum travel speeds (26.5R25 tires).
- Note (2) Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 825 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.
- Differential - Final Drives - Front 57l
- Fuel Tank 320l
- Crankcase 25l
- Cooling System 53l
- Transmission 55l
- Differential - Final Drives - Rear 57l
- Hydraulic Tank 120l
- Steering System - Pump Type Piston
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position 6.5s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time 12s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise 2.7s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down 2.8s
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 27900kPa
- Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function 320L/min
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function 23500kPa
- Implement System - Maximum Flow - 2,200 rpm 320L/min
- Choices Choices include: Triangle 26.5-25 20PR L3 (TL612); Triangle 26.5R25, L3 (TB516); Maxam 26.5R25, L3 (MS302); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L3 (VJT); Maxam 26.5R25, L5 (MS503); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L5 (VSDT); Triangle 26.5R25, L5 (TL538S+)
- ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
- Brakes Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
- Lift Arm Clearance 3705mm
- B-Pin Height 4256mm
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 2453mm
- Height - Top of ROPS 3582mm
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe 3539mm
- Height - Top of Hood 2804mm
- Ground Clearance 455mm
- Wheel Base 3550mm
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch 1775mm
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift 62°
- Rack Back - Carry 50°
- Rack Back - Ground 42°
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