The Caterpillar 966h Wheel Loader (2006-2011) is characterised by above-average engine power at 261 hp (195 kW) and above-average weight at 52,470 lb (23.8 t). Its published maximum bucket capacity is 6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2006-2011
Weight: 52,470 lb (23.8 t)Engine power: 261 hp (195 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
52,470 lb (23.8 t)Weight
261 hp (195 kW)Engine power
6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
16.2 mph (26 km/h)Travel speed
10.6 ft (3.22 m)Transport width
11.7 ft (3.58 m)Transport height
10.5 ft (3.19 m)Maximum discharge height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
261 hp (195 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
52,470 lb (23.8 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
Above average
6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is above the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Above average
4.58 yd³ (3.5 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 above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Below average
16.2 mph (26 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 below the typical figure.
Transport width
Above average
10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is above 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
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 966h |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2006-2011 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power261 hp (195 kW)
Travel speed16.2 mph (26 km/h)
Dimensions
Maximum discharge height10.5 ft (3.19 m)
Transport height11.7 ft (3.58 m)
Transport length29 ft (8.84 m)
Transport width10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Outside turning radius23.8 ft (7.26 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.58 yd³ (3.5 m³)
Weight52,470 lb (23.8 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC11 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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