The Caterpillar 972 Wheel Loader (2021-2026) stands out for high engine power at 321 hp (239 kW), while high weight comes in at 54,895 lb (24.9 t). Its published bucket capacity is 6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2021-2026
Weight: 54,895 lb (24.9 t)Engine power: 321 hp (239 kW)Bucket capacity: 6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)
54,895 lb (24.9 t)Weight
321 hp (239 kW)Engine power
6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)Bucket capacity
6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.5 mph (39.5 km/h)Travel speed
1,100 rpmEngine speed at max torque
1,220 lb-ft (1,654 Nm)Maximum torque
9.88 ft (3.01 m)Transport width
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
High
54,895 lb (24.9 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.
Bucket capacity
High
6.28 yd³ (4.8 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.
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
1,220 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.
Transport width
Above average
9.88 ft (3.01 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
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 filterYES
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderYES
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 972 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2021-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power321 hp (239 kW)
Maximum torque1,220 lb-ft (1,654 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,100 rpm
Travel speed24.5 mph (39.5 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Maximum discharge height10.3 ft (3.15 m)
Transport height11.5 ft (3.52 m)
Transport length25.5 ft (7.77 m)
Transport width9.88 ft (3.01 m)
Outside turning radius25.3 ft (7.71 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity6.28 yd³ (4.8 m³)
Weight54,895 lb (24.9 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 tyres26.5-25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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