962

Medium Wheel Loaders 962

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Key Specs

Engine Power - 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002
201 kW; 269 hp | 273 hp (metric)
201 kW; 269 hp | 273 hp (metric)
Operating Weight
44469 lb
20171 kg
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1
Cat® C7.1

Overview

Easy Operation, Excellent Performance

The Cat® 962 Wheel Loader brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies, helping to boost operator efficiencies and deliver consistent high bucket fill factors, resulting in highly efficient productivity. Long service intervals help to reduce your downtime. This machine is designed to meet emission standards without interrupting operation, delivering great performance, reliability, durability, and versatility, resulting in a machine that is built to meet your needs.

Benefits

Excellent Productivity

Auto front differential lock,* improved neutralizer engagement,** and updated on-board job-aids help to deliver great machine performance.

* Where applicable
** 962 (14B) compared to the 962 (14A)

Efficient Operation

Save time and money with long service intervals, in-cab maintenance reminders, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and expanded Remote Services capability.

Built In Safety

Spacious cab layout with floor to ceiling windshield, left footrest for added stability, along with a 4-point seat belt kit with retractors help you to work more safely.

Product Specifications for 962

Engine Power - 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002 201 kW; 269 hp | 273 hp (metric) 201 kW; 269 hp | 273 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat® C7.1 Cat® C7.1
Gross Power - 2,100 rpm SAE J1995:2014 203 kW; 273 hp | 277 hp (metric) 203 kW; 273 hp | 277 hp (metric)
Net Power - 2,100 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 187 kW; 251 hp | 255 hp (metric) 187 kW; 251 hp | 255 hp (metric)
Engine Torque - 1,400 rpm ISO 14396:2002 918 lbf·ft 1245 N·m
Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm SAE J1995:2014 926 lbf·ft 1256 N·m
Net Torque - 1,400 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011 867 lbf·ft 1176 N·m
Displacement 427 in³ 7.01 l
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Note (1) The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Note (2) ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Operating Weight 44469 lb 20171 kg
Note Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Forward - 1 4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h
Forward - 2 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h
Forward - 3 12 mile/h 19.3 km/h
Forward - 4 16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
Forward - 5 24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
Reverse - 1 4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h
Reverse - 2 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h
Reverse - 3 16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
Note Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 70 dB(A) 70 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008 107 dB(A) 107 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹ 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008² 104 dB(A) 104 dB(A)
Note (1) ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives. ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
Note (2) ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection 25869 lb 11734 kg
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection 27529 lb 12487 kg
Breakout Force 42489 lbf 189 kN
Note (1) For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
Note (2) Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Fuel Tank 68.6 gal (US) 259.5 l
DEF Tank 4 gal (US) 15 l
Cooling System 14.3 gal (US) 54 l
Crankcase 5.5 gal (US) 21 l
Transmission 11.4 gal (US) 43 l
Differential - Final Drives - Front 11.4 gal (US) 43 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear 11.4 gal (US) 43 l
Hydraulic Tank 25.6 gal (US) 97 l
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,340 rpm 85 gal/min 322 l/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 4250 psi 29300 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total 9.4 s 9.4 s
Height - Top of Hood 8.75 ft 2692 mm
Height - Top of ROPS 11.25 ft 3453 mm
Ground Clearance 1.08 ft 351 mm
Wheel Base 10.92 ft 3350 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket 23.83 ft 7263 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height 2.17 ft 674 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 13.83 ft 4223 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 11.33 ft 3459 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 55 ° 55 °
Rack Back - Carry Height 51 ° 51 °
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.33 ft 2825 mm
Tread Width 7 ft 2140 mm
Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Height - Top of Hood 8.75 ft 2692 mm
Height - Top of ROPS 11.25 ft 3453 mm
Ground Clearance 1.08 ft 351 mm
Wheel Base 10.92 ft 3350 mm
Overall Length - Without Bucket 25.17 ft 7657 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height 2.5 ft 776 mm
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift 14.75 ft 4511 mm
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift 11.83 ft 3612 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift 56 ° 56 °
Rack Back - Carry Height 48 ° 48 °
Width over Tires (Loaded) 9.33 ft 2825 mm
Tread Width 7 ft 2140 mm
Note All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.

962 Standard Equipment

Note

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
  • EH implement controls, parking brake
  • HMU steering wheel
  • Seat belt, monitored
  • Seat, cloth, air suspension
  • Touchscreen display
  • Keypad, programmable buttons
  • Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
  • Sun visor, front and rear, retractable

ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES

  • Cat Payload scale
  • Autodig with auto set tires
  • Operator ID & machine security
  • Application Profiles
  • Job Aids
  • Controls help and eOMM
  • Key Features Inform
  • Bucket Carry Display Widget
  • Remote Flash

POWERTRAIN

  • Cat C7.1 engine
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
  • Engine, air precleaner
  • Axles, open/open differentials (Standard depending on region)
  • Axles, auto front differential lock (LHD)
  • Transmission, countershaft, automatic powershift
  • Torque converter with lock-up
  • Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
  • Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied–pressure released
  • Brake pedal neutralizer with decel function

HYDRAULICS

  • Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
  • Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
  • Oil sampling valves, Cat XT™ hoses

ELECTRICAL

  • Starting and charging system, 24V
  • Starter, electric, heavy duty
  • Lights: halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearview lights

MONITORING SYSTEM

  • Front dash with analog gauges, LCD display, and warning lights
  • Primary touchscreen monitor (Cat Payload, quad screens, machine settings & messages)
  • Maintenance reminders

LINKAGE

  • Parallel Lift, Z-bar
  • Kickouts: lift and tilt

SAFETY

  • Visibility: mirrors, rearview camera
  • Window cleaning platform, front

962 Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Door, remote opening system (Standard depending on region)
  • Footrest
  • Steering, joystick (LHD)
  • Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
  • Entertainment radio
  • CB radio ready
  • Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension, heated
  • Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/cooled
  • Mirrors, heated
  • Window, front, laminated
  • Windows, front, heavy duty
  • Full cab window guard

ON-BOARD TECHNOLOGIES

  • Cat Advanced Payload
  • Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket

POWERTRAIN

  • Turbine, air precleaner
  • Radiator, high debris
  • Cooling fan, reversible
  • Axles, auto front differential lock (HMU)
  • Axles, auto differential locks front and rear
  • Axles, ecology drains, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
  • Axles, oil cooler
  • Ride control, dual accumulators (Standard depending on region)

HYDRAULICS

  • 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
  • Quick coupler control

ELECTRICAL

  • Cold start, 120V or 240V
  • Lights: LED

LINKAGE

  • High lift

MONITORING SYSTEM

  • Tire pressure monitor

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Cat Autolube system
  • Fenders, extensions or roading
  • Guards: powertrain, crankcase, window glass, cylinders, rear
  • Biodegradable hydraulic oil
  • High-speed oil change system
  • Rear cab access
  • Toolbox

SAFETY

  • Cat Detect rear radar system
  • Dedicated rearview screen
  • Multiview (360°) vision system
  • 4-Point seat belt retractor
  • Reversing strobe lights
  • Seat belt monitoring beacon
  • Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard depending on region)
  • Wheel chocks
  • Warning beacon

SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS

  • Auxiliary Counterweight
  • Waste and industrial
  • Forestry
  • Corrosion resistant

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