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Caterpillar 966G

Series: Caterpillar Wheel Loader

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The Caterpillar Wheel Loader series from Caterpillar includes the 966G. The engine delivers 238.3 hp (188.7 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 10,461.5 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 22,865.6 kg. Ground clearance is 432.8 mm. The tank holds 410.3 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 207.1 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat 3306 DITA. The Caterpillar Wheel Loader series covers 78 models. Rated output within it ranges from 42.6 to 1,598.9 hp; the 966G sits at the bottom of that range with 238.3 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 962H below it with 233.2 hp and the R1600G above it with 251.5 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 13 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat 3306 DITAcorrect
Power238.3 hp (188.7 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement10,461.5 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance432.8correct
Unladen weight22,865.6 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity207.1 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity410.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,590.5correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.3 kW/t (189 kW / 22.9 t)

Stronger than 83% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 966G have?

The Caterpillar 966G delivers 238 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 966G weigh?

The unladen weight is 22,866 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 966G have?

6 cylinders, 10,462 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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