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Caterpillar 972G

Series: Caterpillar Wheel Loader

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The 972G from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Wheel Loader series. The engine delivers 268.7 hp (205.1 kW), with a displacement of 10,500.8 cm³. The unladen weight is 24,931 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 3306DITA. The Caterpillar Wheel Loader series covers 78 models. Rated output within it ranges from 42.6 to 1,598.9 hp; the 972G sits at the bottom of that range with 268.7 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the R1600G below it with 251.5 hp and the 966H above it with 290 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3306DITAcorrect
Power268.7 hp (205.1 kW)correct
Displacement10,500.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance432.8correct
Unladen weight24,931 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct

Working data

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

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.2 kW/t (205 kW / 24.9 t)

Stronger than 87% 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 972G have?

The Caterpillar 972G delivers 269 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 972G weigh?

The unladen weight is 24,931 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 972G have?

10,501 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.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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Other models in this series

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903C

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904H

906

906H

906H2

908

908H

910

910E

914G

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