Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 972k Wheel Loader (2012-2015) are high engine power at 288 hp (215 kW) and high weight at 57,783 lb (26.2 t). Another useful figure is bucket capacity at 3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2012-2015
Weight: 57,783 lb (26.2 t)Engine power: 288 hp (215 kW)Bucket capacity: 3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 12.9 yd³ (9.9 m³)
57,783 lb (26.2 t)Weight
288 hp (215 kW)Engine power
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Bucket capacity
12.9 yd³ (9.9 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
44,063 lbf (196 kN)Lifting Force
22.9 mph (36.9 km/h)Travel speed
1,800 rpmEngine speed at max torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
288 hp (215 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
57,783 lb (26.2 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Average
3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Above average
44,063 lbf (196 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
22.9 mph (36.9 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 bucket capacity
High
12.9 yd³ (9.9 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.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
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 | 972k |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2012-2015 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power288 hp (215 kW)
Lifting Force44,063 lbf (196 kN)
Engine speed at max torque1,800 rpm
Travel speed22.9 mph (36.9 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Maximum discharge height14.6 ft (4.46 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity12.9 yd³ (9.9 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.79 yd³ (2.9 m³)
Weight57,783 lb (26.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement2.46 US gal (9.3 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC9.3 Acert
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres26.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Steering modeKL
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