In specification terms, the Caterpillar 970f Wheel Loader (1993-2026) shows above-average weight at 51,257 lb (23.2 t) alongside high bucket capacity at 5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³). The listed maximum bucket capacity is 5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1993-2026
Weight: 51,257 lb (23.2 t)Bucket capacity: 5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
51,257 lb (23.2 t)Weight
5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)Bucket capacity
5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
36,442 lbf (162 kN)Lifting Force
23.2 mph (37.3 km/h)Travel speed
10.6 ft (3.22 m)Transport width
10.6 ft (3.22 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Weight
Above average
51,257 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
5.62 yd³ (4.3 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
36,442 lbf (162 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
23.2 mph (37.3 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.
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.
Transport height
Average
11.3 ft (3.43 m)
Low 7.71 ft (2.35 m)Typical 11.1 ft (3.38 m)High 18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
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 conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 970f |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1993-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Lifting Force36,442 lbf (162 kN)
Travel speed23.2 mph (37.3 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Maximum discharge height10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Transport height11.3 ft (3.43 m)
Transport length28.5 ft (8.68 m)
Transport width10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Outside turning radius22.2 ft (6.78 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity5.62 yd³ (4.3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
Weight51,257 lb (23.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5-25. 14PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
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