966 XE Wheel Loader

966 XE Wheel Loader

The Cat® 966 XE Wheel Loader delivers excellent fuel efficiency, premium performance with simple-to-use standard technologies to boost operator efficiencies, and maintains low maintenance costs. This machine is designed to ...
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Engine

Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
321hp
Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
325 hp (metric)
Engine Model
Cat® C9.3B
Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
325hp
Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
329 hp (metric)
Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
298kW
Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
302 hp (metric)
Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002
1313lbf·ft
Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014
1327hp
Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
1226lbf·ft
Displacement
567.5in³
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Biodiesel Capability
Up to B20¹
Note (1)
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Note (2)
¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidel
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002
1313lb/ft
Displacement
9.3 L
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014
1327lb/ft
Note (3)
Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h

Weights

Operating Weight
51124lb
Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, sec

Transmission

Forward - 1
4.3mile/h
Forward - 2
8mile/h
Forward - 3
14.1mile/h
Forward - 4
24.5mile/h
Reverse - 1
4.3mile/h
Reverse - 2
8mile/h
Reverse - 3
17.9mile/h
Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.

Sound

Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008
67dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008
107dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹
67dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²
105dB(A)
Note (1)
¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
Note (2)
²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note
Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).

Operating Specifications

Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn
32727lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection
35224lb
Breakout Force
38999lbf
Note (1)
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
Note (2)
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
80.1gal (US)
DEF Tank
6.9gal (US)
Cooling System
17.4gal (US)
Crankcase
6.1gal (US)
Transmission
16.6gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
15.1gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
15.1gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
30.1gal (US)

Hydraulic System

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4496psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
9.5s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
10.1 seconds

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Height - Top of Hood
9.42ft
Height - Top of ROPS
11.83ft
Ground Clearance
1.33ft
Wheel Base
11.67ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket
24.33ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
2ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
13.92ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
21.08ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
62°
Rack Back - Carry Height
50°
Width over Tires (Loaded)
9.92ft
Tread Width
7.25ft
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Rack Back at Ground
40 degrees
Rack Back - Carry Height
50 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
62 degrees

Dimensions - High Lift

Height - Top of Hood
9.42ft
Height - Top of ROPS
11.83ft
Ground Clearance
1.33ft
Wheel Base
11.67ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket
26.5ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
2.5ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
15.75ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.67ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
71°
Rack Back - Carry Height
49°
Width over Tires (Loaded)
9.92ft
Tread Width
7.25ft
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.2 m³ (5.5 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Rack Back at Ground
37 degrees
Rack Back - Carry Height
49 degrees
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
71 degrees

Standard Equipment:

Optional Equipment:

    Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    Operator Environment
    • Footrest
    • Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
    • Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)
    • Entertainment radio (DAB+)
    • CB radio ready
    • Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/cooled
    • Windows, front, heavy duty
    • Full cab window guard
    On-board Technologies
    • Cat Advanced Payload
    • Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket
    Powertrain
    • Turbine, air precleaner
    • Radiator, high debris
    • Cooling fan, reversible
    • Axles, auto front and rear differential locks
    • Axles, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
    • Axles, oil cooler
    Hydraulics
    • 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
    • Quick coupler control
    Electrical
    • Cold start, 120V or 240V
    • Lights: LED
    Monitoring System
    • Tire pressure monitor
    Linkage
    • High lift, Z-bar
    Additional Equipment
    • Cat Autolube system
    • Fenders, roading
    • Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, cylinders, rear
    • Biodegradable hydraulic oil
    • High-speed oil change system
    • Toolbox
    Safety
    • Cat Detect rear radar system
    • Dedicated rearview screen
    • Multiview (360°) vision system
    • 4-point seat belt retractor
    • Reversing strobe lights (not compatible with roading arrangements)
    • Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard where mandated)
    • Wheel chocks
    • Warning beacon
    Special Configurations
    • Aggregate handler
    • Waste and industrial
    • Forestry
    • Corrosion resistant