The Caterpillar 966m xe 394 Wheel Loader (2014-2022) stands out for high engine power at 298 hp (222 kW), while above-average weight comes in at 51,191 lb (23.2 t). Its published bucket capacity is 5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2014-2022
Weight: 51,191 lb (23.2 t)Engine power: 298 hp (222 kW)Bucket capacity: 5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)
51,191 lb (23.2 t)Weight
298 hp (222 kW)Engine power
5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)Bucket capacity
5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
38,892 lbf (173 kN)Lifting Force
24.5 mph (39.5 km/h)Travel speed
1,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
1,193 lb-ft (1,618 Nm)Maximum torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
298 hp (222 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
51,191 lb (23.2 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.
Bucket capacity
High
5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Average
38,892 lbf (173 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.5 mph (39.5 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 above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
1,193 lb-ft (1,618 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is well above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
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 loaderYES
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 966m xe 394 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2014-2022 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power298 hp (222 kW)
Lifting Force38,892 lbf (173 kN)
Maximum torque1,193 lb-ft (1,618 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,200 rpm
Travel speed24.5 mph (39.5 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Maximum discharge height9.81 ft (2.99 m)
Transport height12.7 ft (3.86 m)
Transport length28.7 ft (8.75 m)
Transport width9.81 ft (2.99 m)
Outside turning radius22.3 ft (6.8 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)
Weight51,191 lb (23.2 t)
Swing loaderYes
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement2.46 US gal (9.3 L)
Emission levelTier 4
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC9.3 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5-25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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