Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 966 gc Wheel Loader (2021-2026) are high engine power at 321 hp (239 kW) and above-average weight at 47,620 lb (21.6 t). The listed bucket capacity is 5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2021-2026
Weight: 47,620 lb (21.6 t)Engine power: 321 hp (239 kW)Bucket capacity: 5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 9.29 yd³ (7.1 m³)
47,620 lb (21.6 t)Weight
321 hp (239 kW)Engine power
5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)Bucket capacity
9.29 yd³ (7.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
36,869 lbf (164 kN)Lifting Force
21.6 mph (34.8 km/h)Travel speed
1,100 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
321 hp (239 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
47,620 lb (21.6 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
36,869 lbf (164 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
Average
21.6 mph (34.8 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.
Maximum torque
High
1,220 lb-ft (1,654 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
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Related measurements
Additional published measurements that share the same unit.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderYES
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 966 gc |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2021-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power321 hp (239 kW)
Lifting Force36,869 lbf (164 kN)
Maximum torque1,220 lb-ft (1,654 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,100 rpm
Travel speed21.6 mph (34.8 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.84 ft (3 m)
Transport height11.7 ft (3.58 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity5.75 yd³ (4.4 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity9.29 yd³ (7.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity4.97 yd³ (3.8 m³)
Weight47,620 lb (21.6 t)
Swing loaderYes
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke115×149 mm
Displacement2.46 US gal (9.3 L)
Emission levelEU V
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC9.3B
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesGC
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