The Caterpillar 972 G ii Wheel Loader (2001-2005) brings together high engine power at 280 hp (209 kW) and high weight at 59,304 lb (26.9 t). It also has maximum bucket capacity of 7.19 yd³ (5.5 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2001-2005
Weight: 59,304 lb (26.9 t)Engine power: 280 hp (209 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 7.19 yd³ (5.5 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
59,304 lb (26.9 t)Weight
280 hp (209 kW)Engine power
7.19 yd³ (5.5 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
50,290 lbf (224 kN)Lifting Force
22.2 mph (35.7 km/h)Travel speed
2,100 rpmEngine speed at max torque
9.74 ft (2.97 m)Transport width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
280 hp (209 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
High
59,304 lb (26.9 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
High
7.19 yd³ (5.5 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
High
4.97 yd³ (3.8 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 well above the typical figure.
Lifting Force
High
50,290 lbf (224 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
22.2 mph (35.7 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 conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 972 G ii |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2001-2005 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power280 hp (209 kW)
Lifting Force50,290 lbf (224 kN)
Engine speed at max torque2,100 rpm
Travel speed22.2 mph (35.7 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Maximum discharge height10 ft (3.05 m)
Transport height11.7 ft (3.58 m)
Transport length30.3 ft (9.25 m)
Transport width9.74 ft (2.97 m)
Outside turning radius21.8 ft (6.63 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity7.19 yd³ (5.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
Weight59,304 lb (26.9 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement3.17 US gal (12 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3196 ATAAC
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
