In specification terms, the Caterpillar 950e Wheel Loader (1988-1993) shows below-average engine power at 161 hp (120 kW) alongside below-average weight at 34,965 lb (15.9 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1988-1993
Weight: 34,965 lb (15.9 t)Engine power: 161 hp (120 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 3.14 yd³ (2.4 m³)
34,965 lb (15.9 t)Weight
161 hp (120 kW)Engine power
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
3.14 yd³ (2.4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
29,900 lbf (133 kN)Lifting Force
22.5 mph (36.2 km/h)Travel speed
9.12 ft (2.78 m)Transport width
9.12 ft (2.78 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
161 hp (120 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
34,965 lb (15.9 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
Below average
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Below average
3.14 yd³ (2.4 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Below average
29,900 lbf (133 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
22.5 mph (36.2 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
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Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
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Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 950e |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1988-1993 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power161 hp (120 kW)
Lifting Force29,900 lbf (133 kN)
Travel speed22.5 mph (36.2 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.12 ft (2.78 m)
Maximum discharge height9.35 ft (2.85 m)
Transport height11.5 ft (3.52 m)
Transport length24.8 ft (7.55 m)
Transport width9.12 ft (2.78 m)
Outside turning radius21.1 ft (6.42 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.14 yd³ (2.4 m³)
Weight34,965 lb (15.9 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke120×152 mm
Displacement1.85 US gal (7 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3304
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres23.5-25. 12PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
