972M XE Wheel Loader | Cat

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249	311 HP 232 kW
Maximum Net Power - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1349 - Metric	315 HP 232 kW
Displacement	568 in³ 9.3 l
Maximum Net Power - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1349	311 HP 232 kW
Engine Model	Cat C9.3 Cat C9.3
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - SAE J1995	1275 ft·lbf 1728 N·m
Maximum Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249	311 HP 232 kW
Peak Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396	1260 ft·lbf 1708 N·m
Maximum Net Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric	315 HP 232 kW
Maximum Net Torque - 1,200 rpm	1193 ft·lbf 1618 N·m
Note	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.

Weights

Operating Weight

54871 lb 24896 kg

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 (6.28 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. 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 (6.28 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.

Bucket Capacities

Bucket Capacities

3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.00 yd³) 3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.00 yd³)

Operating Specifications

Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection	35626 lb 16164 kg
Breakout Force	44075 lbf 196 kN
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection	38396 lb 17421 kg
Note (1)	For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.? For a machine configuration as defined under ?Weight.?
Note (2)	Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.

Transmission - Virtual Gears

Reverse - 3	17.1 mile/h 28 km/h
Forward - 1	4.1 mile/h 6.7 km/h
Forward - 2	7.7 mile/h 12.6 km/h
Reverse - 2	7.7 mile/h 12.6 km/h
Forward - 3	13.5 mile/h 22.1 km/h
Forward - 4	24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
Reverse - 1	4.1 mile/h 6.7 km/h
Note	Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.

Hydraulic System

Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure	4496 psi 31000 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total	11 s 11 s
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 1,600 rpm	102 gal/min 385 l/min
Implement Pump Type	Variable Displacement Piston Variable Displacement Piston

Service Refill Capacities

Differential - Final Drives - Front	15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Cooling System	19 gal (US) 71.6 l
Crankcase	6.5 gal (US) 24.5 l
DEF Tank	4.4 gal (US) 16.8 l
Transmission	16.6 gal (US) 63 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Fuel Tank	79.8 gal (US) 302 l
Hydraulic Tank	33 gal (US) 125 l

Sound

Note (2)	For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the ?EU Directives.? 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)	107 dB(A) 107 dB(A)
Note (1)	Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)	76 dB(A)* 76 dB(A)*
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**	67 dB(A) 67 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**	105 LWA* 105 LWA*
Note (3)	*European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.? *European Union Directive ?2000/14/EC? as amended by ?2005/88/EC.?
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)	67 dB(A) 67 dB(A)

Buckets

Bucket Capacities

3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.00 yd³) 3.20-9.94 m³ (4.19-13.00 yd³)

Dimensions - High Lift

Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	15.67 ft 4793 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch	5.75 ft 1775 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe	11.5 ft 3522 mm
Maximum Width over Tires	9.83 ft 3009 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift	71 degrees 71 degrees
Ground Clearance	1.42 ft 434 mm
Height - Top of ROPS	11.75 ft 3587 mm
Tread Width	7.25 ft 2230 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket	26.58 ft 8109 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift	13.58 ft 4140 mm
Height - Top of Hood	9.17 ft 2818 mm
Wheel Base	11.58 ft 3550 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height	49 degrees 49 degrees
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight	8.17 ft 2500 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry	2.5 ft 778 mm
Rack Back at Ground	39 degrees 39 degrees
Note	All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.

Dimensions - Standard Lift

Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight	8.17 ft 2500 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift	56 degrees 56 degrees
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch	5.75 ft 1775 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket	25.5 ft 7774 mm
Wheel Base	11.58 ft 3550 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry	2.17 ft 680 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe	11.5 ft 3522 mm
Ground Clearance	1.42 ft 434 mm
Rack Back - Carry Height	50 degrees 50 degrees
Height - Top of Hood	9.17 ft 2818 mm
Tread Width	7.25 ft 2230 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift	12.58 ft 3843 mm
Rack Back at Ground	41 degrees 41 degrees
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	14.58 ft 4458 mm
Height - Top of ROPS	11.75 ft 3587 mm
Maximum Width over Tires	9.83 ft 3009 mm
Note	All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on L3 XHA2 tires.