966 GC

966 GC
Wheel Loader
Technical Specifications
Configurations and features may vary by region. Please consult your Cat® dealer for availability in your area.
Table of Contents
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Cab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Turning Radius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Service Refill Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Tire Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Air Conditioning System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Bucket Fill Factors and Selection Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Operating Specifications – Buckets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Forestry Grapples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Pallet Forks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Standard and Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

966 GC Wheel Loader Specifications
Engine Transmission
Engine Model Cat® C9.3B Forward 1 6.4 km/h 4.0 mph
Maximum Power @ 1,600 rpm Forward 2 12.1 km/h 7.5 mph
ISO 14396 239 kW 321 hp Forward 3 21.0 km/h 13.0 mph
Maximum Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm Forward 4 34.8 km/h 21.6 mph
SAE J1995 242 kW 325 hp Reverse 1 7.0 km/h 4.3 mph
Maximum Net Power @ 1,600 rpm Reverse 2 13.2 km/h 8.2 mph
ISO 9249, SAE J1349 218 kW 292 hp Reverse 3 23.0 km/h 14.3 mph
Rated Power @ 2,200 rpm Reverse 4 36.9 km/h 22.9 mph
ISO 14396 219 kW 294 hp • Maximum travel speeds (26.5R25 tires).
Rated Gross Power @ 2,200 rpm • Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket
SAE J1995 223 kW 299 hp and standard L3 tires with 826 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.
Rated Net Power @ 2,200 rpm
Service Refill Capacities
ISO 9249, SAE J1349 196 kW 263 hp
Maximum Torque @ 1,200 rpm Fuel Tank Size 320 L 84.5 gal
ISO 14396 1779 N·m 1,312 lbf-ft Cooling System 53 L 14.0 gal
Maximum Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm Crankcase 25 L 6.6 gal
SAE J1995 1797 N·m 1,325 lbf-ft Transmission 55 L 14.5 gal
Maximum Net Torque @ 1,100 rpm Differentials and Final Drives – Front 57 L 15.1 gal
ISO 9249, SAE J1349 1679 N·m 1,238 lbf-ft Differentials and Final Drives – Rear 57 L 15.1 gal
Bore 115 mm 4.5 in Hydraulic Tank 120 L 31.7 gal
Stroke 149 mm 5.9 in
Air Conditioning System
Displacement 9.30 L 567.5 in3
• Meets Brazil MAR-1 and China Nonroad Stage III emission The air conditioning system on this machine contains the
standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming
• Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.7 kg of refrigerant which
when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner and alternator. has a CO2 equivalent of 2.431 metric tonnes.
Weights
Operating Weight 21 577 kg 47,569 lb
• Operating weight and static tipping loads shown are based on
a machine configuration with standard ambient cooling, open
differentials axles, Triangle 26.5R25 L3 ** TB516 tires, standard
counterweight, full fluids, operator and 4.0 m3 (5.25 yd3) general
purpose bucket with BOCE.
Operating Specifications
Static Tipping Load Full 38° Turn
With Tire Deflection* 13 594 kg 29,970 lb
Without Tire Deflection** 14 568 kg 32,117 lb
Breakout Force 164 kN 36,869 lbf
**Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which
requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
**Compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 5.
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Hydraulic System Sound

Implement System Pump Type Piston The sound values indicated below are for specific operating
Steering System Pump Type Piston conditions only. Machine and operator sound levels will vary at
different engine and/or cooling fan speeds. Hearing protection may
Implement System
be needed when the machine is operated with a cabin that is not
Maximum Pump Output at 2,275 rpm 320 L/min 85 gal/min properly maintained, or when the doors and/or windows are open
Maximum Operating Pressure 27 900 kPa 4,047 psi for extended periods or in a noisy environment.
at 50 L/min (13.2 gal/min) With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value:
Optional 3rd Function Maximum 23 500 kPa 3,408 psi Operator Sound Pressure Level 75 dB(A)
Pressure at 20 L/min (5.3 gal/min) (ISO 6396:2008)
Optional 3rd Function 320 L/min 85 gal/min Exterior Sound Power Level 110 dB(A)
Maximum Flow (ISO 6395:2008)
Hydraulic Cycle Time With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value:*
Raise from Carry Position 6.5 Seconds Operator Sound Pressure Level 75 dB(A)
Dump at Maximum Raise 2.7 Seconds (ISO 6396:2008)
Lower, Empty, Float Down 2.8 Seconds Exterior Sound Power Level 108 dB(A)**
Total Cycle Time 12.0 Seconds **For machines in European Union countries and in countries
that adopt the “EU Directives.”
Tires* **European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by
“2005/88/EC.”
Choices include:
Triangle 26.5-25 20PR L3 (TL612)
Cab
Triangle 26.5R25 L3 (TB516)
Maxam 26.5R25 L3 (MS302) ROPS/FOPS ROPS/FOPS meet
Bridgestone 26.5R25 L3 (VJT) ISO 3471:2008 and
Maxam 26.5R25 L5 (MS503) ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Bridgestone 26.5R25 L5 (VSDT) standards
Triangle 26.5R25 L5 (TL538S+)
*Tire offerings vary by region. Consult your local Cat dealer Brakes
for further details.
Brakes Brakes meet
ISO 3450:2011 standards
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Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate and based on 26.5R25 L3 TB516 Triangle tires.
10
1 2 11 5
15
3
12
13
14
4 8
6 9
7
1 Height to Top of ROPS 3582 mm 11'8"

2 Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe 3539 mm 11'6"
3 Height to Top of Hood 2804 mm 9'2"
4 Ground Clearance 455 mm 1'5"
5 B-Pin Height 4256 mm 14'
6 Center Line of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight 2453 mm 8'
7 Wheelbase 3550 mm 11'8"
8 B-Pin Height at Carry 614 mm 2'
9 Center Line of Rear Axle to Hitch 1775 mm 5'8"
10 Rack Back at Maximum Lift 62 degrees
11 Dump Angle at Maximum Lift 44 degrees
12 Rack Back at Carry 50 degrees
13 Rack Back at Ground 42 degrees
14 Height to Center Line of Axle 819 mm 2'8"
15 Lift Arm Clearance 3705 mm 12'2"
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Turning Radius
All dimensions are approximate and based on tire 26.5R25 L3 TB516 Triangle tires.
Turning Radius to Outside of Tires 6675 mm 21'11"
Turning Radius to Inside of Tires 3728 mm 12'3"
Width Over Tires – Loaded 3154 mm 10'4"
Width Over Tires – Unloaded 2873 mm 10'3"
Turning Radius to Outside Edge of Counterweight 6693 mm 22'0"
Tire Options*
Tire Brand Maxam Bridgestone Maxam Triangle Bridgestone Triangle

Tire Size 26.5R25 26.5R25 26.5R25 26.5R25 23.5R25 26.5-25
Tread Type L3 L3 L5 L5 L5 L3
Tread Pattern MS302 VJT MS503 TL538S+ VSDT TL612
Width over Tires – Maximum (unloaded)** 2966 mm 2966 mm 2955 mm 2948 mm 2973 mm 2936 mm
9'7" 9'7" 9'7" 9'7" 9'8" 9'6"
Width over Tires – Maximum (loaded)** 3006 mm 3010 mm 3000 mm 2970 mm 2999 mm 2963 mm
9'9" 9'9" 9'8" 9'7" 9'8" 9'7"
Change in Vertical Dimensions 7 mm –4 mm 35 mm 13 mm 28 mm 82 mm
(average of front and rear) 0.28" –0.16" 1.37" 0.51" 1.10" 3.23"
Change in Horizontal Reach –2.0 mm 6.5 mm –22.0 mm –29.0 mm –12.5 mm 0 mm
–0.08" 0.26" –0.87" –1.14" –0.49" 0"
Change in Clearance Circle to Outside of Tires –74.0 mm –72.0 mm –77.0 mm –92.0 mm –77.5 mm –95.5 mm
–2.91" –2.83" –3.03" –3.62" –3.05" –3.76"
Change in Clearance Circle to Inside of Tires 74.0 mm 72.0 mm 77.0 mm 92.0 mm 77.5 mm 95.5 mm
2.91" 2.83" 3.03" 3.62" 3.05" 3.76"
Change in Operating Weight (without Ballast) –64 kg –180 kg 652 kg 656 kg 764 kg –448 mm
–141 lb –397 lb 1,437 lb 1,446 lb 1,684 lb –988 lb
**Tire offerings vary by region. Consult your local Cat dealer for further details.
**Width over tire bulge and includes tire growth.
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Bucket Fill Factors and Selection Chart

The bucket size must be chosen based on the density of the material and on the expected fill factor. The Cat Performance Series Buckets with longer floor,
larger bucket opening, increased repository angle, rounded side boards and integrated spill guard, demonstrate fill factors significantly higher than previous
generation or non Cat buckets. The actual volume handled by the machine is thus often larger than the rated capacity.
Loose Material Material Density Fill Factor (%)*

Earth/Clay 1500-1700 kg/m3 (2,528-2,865 lb/yd3) 115
Sand and Gravel 1500-1700 kg/m3 (2,528-2,865 lb/yd3) 115
Aggregate: 25-76 mm (1 to 3 in) 1600-1700 kg/m3 (2,696-2,865 lb/yd3) 110
19 mm (0.75 in) and smaller 1800 kg/m3 (3,033 lb/yd3) 105
Rock: 76 mm (3 in) and larger 1600 kg/m3 (2,696 lb/yd3) 100
*As a % of ISO 7546 rated capacity.
Note: Fill Factors achieved will also depend on whether the product is washed or not washed.
Material Density kg/m3 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100
4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3) 4.60 m3 (6.00 yd3) 4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3)

General
Purpose
4.20 m3 (5.50 yd3) 4.83 m3 (6.25 yd3) 4.20 m3 (5.49 yd3)
Pin On
Standard Linkage
Coal 7.10 m3 (9.25 yd3) 8.20 m3 (10.75 yd3) 7.10 m3 (9.29 yd3)
Rock with
Teeth and 3.20 m3 (4.25 yd3) 3.70 m3 (4.75 yd3) 3.20 m3 (4.20 yd3)
Segments
3.80 m3 (5.00 yd3) 4.40 m3 (5.75 yd3) 3.80 m3 (5.00 yd3)

Hook On
General
Purpose
4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3) 4.60 m3 (6.00 yd3) 4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3)
Material Density lb/yd3 1,180 1,348 1,517 1,685 1,854 2,022 2,191 2,359 2,528 2,696 2,865 3,033 3,202 3,370 3,539
Bucket Fill Factors

115% 110% 105% 100% 95%
Note: All buckets are showing Bolt-On Edges unless otherwise noted.
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Operating Specifications – Buckets
Bucket Type General Purpose – Pin On

Edge Type Bolt-On Bolt-On
Cutting Teeth and Cutting Teeth and
Edges Segments Teeth Edges Segments Teeth
3
Capacity – Rated m 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.2 4.2 4.1
yd3 5.25 5.25 5.25 5.5 5.5 5.5
Capacity – 110% Rated m3 4.40 4.4 4.3 4.6 4.6 4.5
yd3 5.8 5.8 4.6 6.0 6.0 5.9
Width mm 3220 3271 3271 3220 3271 3271
ft/in 10'6" 10'7" 10'7" 10'6" 10'7" 10'7"
Dump Clearance at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 3064.3 2912 2912 3035 2882 2882
ft/in 10'1" 9'6" 9'6" 9'10" 9'5" 9'5"
Reach at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 1302.0 1441 1441 1325 1463 1463
ft/in 4'3" 4'7" 4'7" 4'3" 4'8" 4'8"
Reach at Level Lift Arm and Bucket Level mm 2725.1 2930 2930 2763 2968 2968
ft/in 8'9" 9'6" 9'6" 9'1" 9'7" 9'7"
Digging Depth mm 105 105 75 105 105 75
in 4.13" 4.13" 3.0" 4.13" 4.13" 3.0"
Overall Length mm 8937 9163 9163 8975 9201 9201
ft/in 29'3" 30'1" 30'1" 29'4" 30'2" 30'2"
Overall Height with Bucket at Maximum Lift mm 5849 5849 5849 5888 5888 5888
ft/in 19'2" 19'2" 19'2" 19'3" 19'3" 19'3"
Loader Clearance Circle with Bucket at Carry Position mm 15 001 15 174 15 174 15 021 15 194 15 194
ft/in 49'2" 49'8" 49'8" 49'3" 49'8" 49'8"
Static Tipping Load, Straight (With Tire Deflection)* kg 15 472 15 289 15 494 15 405 15 221 15 419
lb 34,110 33,706 34,158 33,962 33,557 33,993
Static Tipping Load, Straight (No Tire Deflection)* kg 16 442 16 256 16 462 16 380 16 193 16 391
lb 36,248 35,838 36,292 36,112 35,699 36,136
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (With Tire Deflection)* kg 13 593 13 410 13 604 13 529 13 345 13 531
lb 29,967 29,564 29,992 29,826 29,421 29,831
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (No Tire Deflection)* kg 14 568 14 382 14 576 14 508 14 321 14 507
lb 32,117 31,707 32,135 31,985 31,572 31,982
Breakout Force kN 164 163 175 159 158 169
lbf 36,869 36,644 39,342 35,745 35,520 37,993
Operating Weight* kg 21 577 21 715 21 552 21 618 21 756 21 593
lb 47,569 47,873 47,514 47,660 47,964 47,604
*Static tipping loads and operating weights shown are based on a machine configuration with standard ambient cooling, open differentials axles,
Triangle 26.5R25 L3 TB516 tires, standard counterweight, full fluids and 75 kg (165 lb) operator.
(With Tire Deflection) Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
(No Tire Deflection) Compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 5.
Bucket and work tool offerings vary by region. Consult your local Cat dealer for further details.
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Operating Specifications – Buckets (continued)
Bucket Type General Purpose – Hook On (Fusion)

Edge Type Bolt-On Bolt-On
Cutting Teeth and Cutting Teeth and
Edges Segments Teeth Edges Segments Teeth
3
Capacity – Rated m 3.8 3.8 3.6 4.0 4.0 3.8
yd3 5.0 5.0 4.75 5.25 5.25 5.0
Capacity – 110% Rated m3 4.2 4.2 4 4.4 4.4 4.2
yd3 5.5 5.5 5.2 5.8 5.8 5.5
Width mm 3220 3271 3271 3201 3201 3201
ft/in 10'6" 10'7" 10'7" 10'5" 10'5" 10'5"
Dump Clearance at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 3059 2907 2907 3046 2891 2891
ft/in 10' 9'5" 9'5" 10' 9'5" 9'5"
Reach at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 1318 1458 1458 1321 1463 1463
ft/in 4'3" 4'8" 4'8" 4'3" 4'8" 4'8"
Reach at Level Lift Arm and Bucket Level mm 2740 2945 2945 2751 2959 2959
ft/in 8'9" 9'7" 9'7" 9' 9'7" 9'7"
Digging Depth mm 105 105 75 75 75 75
in 4.1" 4.1" 3" 3" 3" 3"
Overall Length mm 8952 9177 9177 8967 9196 9196
ft/in 29'4" 30'1" 30'1" 29'4" 30'2" 30'2"
Overall Height with Bucket at Maximum Lift mm 5823 5823 5823 5939 5939 5939
ft/in 19'1" 19'1" 19'1" 19'5" 19'5" 19'5"
Loader Clearance Circle with Bucket at Carry Position mm 14 985 15 157 15 157 14 976 15 104 15 104
ft/in 49'2" 49'7" 49'7" 49'1" 49'6" 49'6"
Static Tipping Load, Straight (With Tire Deflection)* kg 14 810 14 628 14 961 14 761 14 546 14 893
lb 32,650 32,249 32,983 32,543 32,068 32,833
Static Tipping Load, Straight (No Tire Deflection)* kg 15 761 15 577 15 922 15 723 15 505 15 866
lb 34,747 34,341 35,102 34,663 34,182 34,979
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (With Tire Deflection)* kg 12 951 12 768 13 087 12 902 12 686 13 017
lb 28,552 28,149 28,852 28,443 27,969 28,698
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (No Tire Deflection)* kg 13 906 13 722 14 052 13 868 13 650 13 995
lb 30,657 30,252 30,980 30,573 30,093 30,853
Breakout Force kN 162 160 172 170 168 170
lbf 36,419 35,969 38,667 38,218 37,768 38,218
Operating Weight* kg 22 135 22 273 22 110 22 186 22 348 22 182
lb 48,799 49,104 48,744 48,912 49,269 48,903
Hook on bucket data includes a quick coupler.
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Operating Specifications – Buckets (continued)
Bucket Type Pin On Coal Pin On Rock

Edge Type Bolt-On Cutting Edges Teeth and Segments
Capacity – Rated m3 7.1 3.2
yd3 9.50 4.25
Capacity – 110% Rated m3 7.8 3.5
yd3 10.25 4.5
Width mm 3447 3252
ft/in 11' 31" 10' 7"
Dump Clearance at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 2645.6 3035
ft/in 8' 7" 9'11"
Reach at Maximum Lift and 45° Discharge mm 1539.2 1529
ft/in 5' 1" 5'
Reach at Level Lift Arm and Bucket Level mm 3208.3 2914
ft/in 10' 5" 9'7"
Digging Depth mm 120.2 65.7
in 4.73" 2.57"
Overall Length mm 9432.9 9149
ft/in 30' 9" 30'
Overall Height with Bucket at Maximum Lift mm 6090.4 5909
ft/in 19' 10" 19'5"
Loader Clearance Circle with Bucket at Carry Position mm 15 453.8 15 149
ft/in 50' 8" 48'8"
Static Tipping Load, Straight (With Tire Deflection)* kg 14 479 15 511
lb 31,921 34,196
Static Tipping Load, Straight (No Tire Deflection)* kg 15 485 16 504
lb 34,139 36,385
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (With Tire Deflection)* kg 12 628 13 567
lb 27,840 29,910
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (No Tire Deflection)* kg 13 638 14 565
lb 30,067 32,110
Breakout Force kN 115.3 174
lbf 25,920 39,117
Operating Weight* kg 22 134 22 742
lb 48,797 50,138
Rock buckets are equipped with Triangle TL538S+ tires.
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Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Logging, Pin-On
Fork Specifications 63" Tine

A Tine Length
mm 1609 398-4960
in 63.4
mm 2498
B Fork Width
in 98.3
m2 1.91
End Area
ft2 21
mm 1376
C Inside Height (only applies to double top clamp)
in 54
mm N/A
D Min. Opening (only applies to millyard forks)
in N/A
kg 21 915
Operating Weight
lb 48,314
mm 1892
E Distance Inside of Tine Tips
in 74
kg 9816
Static Tipping Load, Articulated Fork Level
lb 21,639.3
kg 11 223
Static Tipping Load, Straight Fork Level
lb 24,743.0
mm 2943
F Max. Height of Fork (with clamp open if applicable)
in 115.9
Clearance with Full Lift, 45 Degree Dump mm 2869
G
(if max. dump <> 45) in 112.9
mm 3991
H Clearance @ Full Lift Fork Level
in 157.1
mm 1403
I Reach with Full Lift, 45 Degree Dump (if max. dump <> 45)
in 55.2
mm 2954
J Reach with Lift Arm Horizontal and Fork Level
in 116.3
mm –59
K Digging Depth
in –2.3
mm 2414
L Width Over Tines
in 95.0
mm 2250
M Reach @ Ground Level
in 89
mm 2542
N Max. Opening Across Tine and Clamp
in 100.1
mm 6935
O Overall Height of Fork @ Full Lift and Clamp Open
in 273.0
mm 9128
P Overall Length Tip of Tine to Rear of Machine
in 359.4
mm 2872
R Clearance @ Full Lift and Max. Dump Discharge (if <> 45)
in 113.1
mm 1907.7
S Clearance with Horizontal Lift Arms and Fork Level
in 75.1
mm 2086.8
T Reach @ Full Lift and Fork Level
in 82.2
deg 45
U Max. Discharge Angle from Horizontal
rad 0.8
Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

(Calculated Load at CG Point)
Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Rough Terrain)
Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Firm & Level) 4082 6350 8618 10 886 13 154 15 422 17 690
Static Tipping Load – Articulated
180 4572
Static Tipping Load – Straight
Hydraulic Tilt Capacity 160 4064
Hydraulic Lift Capacity
140 3556
NOTE: Static tipping loads and operating weight are based
Hinge (B) Pin Height (mm)
Hinge (B) Pin Height (in)
on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

Tires, Air Conditioning, Ride Control, Power Train Guard,
Full Fluids, Fuel Tank, Coolant, Lubricants, and Operator. 100 2540
Specifications and ratings conform to the following
standards: SAE* J1197, SAE J732, CEN** EN 474-3. 80 2032
The rated operating load for a loader equipped with a pallet
fork is determined by: 60 1524
SAE J1197: 50% of full turn static tipping load or
hydraulic limit. 40 1016
CEN EN 474-3: 60% of full turn static tipping load on rough
20 508
terrain or hydraulic limit.
CEN EN 474-3: 80% of full turn static tipping load on firm 0 0
and level ground or hydraulic limit. 9,000 14,000 19,000 24,000 29,000 34,000 39,000
**SAE – Society of Automotive Engineers
Capacity (lb)
**CEN – European Committee for Standardization
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Logging, Pin-On

A Tine Length
mm 1611 472-1174
in 63.4
mm 2500
B Fork Width
in 98.4
m2 1.42
End Area
ft2 15
mm 1259
in 50
mm N/A
in N/A
kg 21880
Operating Weight
lb 48237
mm 1892
in 74
kg 10 289
lb 22,683.4
kg 11757
lb 25,919.5
mm 2700
in 106.3
G
(if max. dump <> 45) in 112.9
mm 3991
in 157.1
mm 1404
in 55.3
mm 2956
in 116.4
mm –59
K Digging Depth
in –2.3
mm 2414
L Width Over Tines
in 95.0
mm 2252
in 89
mm 2493
in 98.1
mm 6690
in 263.4
mm 9130
in 359.5
mm 2871
in 113.0
mm 1907.5
in 75.1
mm 2088.8
in 82.2
deg 45
rad 0.8

180 4572
140 3556

60 1524
fork is determined by:
terrain or hydraulic limit. 20 508
CEN EN 474-3: 80% of full turn static tipping load on firm
and level ground or hydraulic limit. 0 0
**SAE – Society of Automotive Engineers 9,000 14,000 19,000 24,000 29,000 34,000 39,000
Capacity (lb)
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Millyard, FUSION

A Tine Length
mm 1609 383-3523
in 63.3
mm 2324
B Fork Width
in 91.5
m2 1.26
End Area
ft2 14
mm N/A
in N/A
mm 427
in 17
kg 22 672
Operating Weight
lb 49,983
mm 1780
in 70
kg 9191
lb 20,263.6
kg 10613
lb 23,397.1
mm 2843
in 111.9
G
(if max. dump <> 45) in 109.2
mm 3997
in 157.4
mm 1505
in 59.2
mm 3093
in 121.8
mm –53
K Digging Depth
in –2.1
mm 2286
L Width Over Tines
in 90.0
mm 2384
in 94
mm 2709
in 106.7
mm 6840
in 269.3
mm 9262
in 364.6
mm 2536
in 99.9
mm 1913.2
in 75.3
mm 2225.4
in 87.6
deg 60
rad 1.0

180 4572
140 3556



60 1524
Capacity (lb)
12

Millyard, Pin-On

A Tine Length
mm 1611 506-1946
in 63.4
mm 2508
B Fork Width
in 98.8
m2 1.59
End Area
ft2 17
mm N/A
in N/A
mm 662
in 26
kg 22 184
Operating Weight
lb 48,907
mm 1907
in 75
kg 9740
lb 21,472.8
kg 11 187
lb 24,662.2
mm 2805
in 110.4
G
(if max. dump <> 45) in 112.9
mm 3991
in 157.1
mm 1404
in 55.3
mm 2956
in 116.4
mm –59
K Digging Depth
in –2.3
mm 2413
L Width Over Tines
in 95.0
mm 2252
in 89
mm 2727
in 107.4
mm 6796
in 267.6
mm 9130
in 359.4
mm 2871
in 113.0
mm 1907.8
in 75.1
mm 2089.0
in 82.2
deg 45
rad 0.8

180 4572
140 3556


60 1524
Capacity (lb)
13

Pallet Fork, FUSION
Fork Specifications 87" Carriage 60" Tine

1 Tine Length
mm 1524 530-1861 548-3265
in 60.0
mm 762
2 Load Center
in 30.0
kg 11 157
Static Tipping Load – Straight (forks level)
lb 24,589
kg 9872
Static Tipping Load – Articulated (forks level)
lb 21,757
kg 4936
Rated Load (SAE J1197 – 50% FTSTL)
lb 10,878
kg 5923
Rated Load (CEN EN 474-3 rough terrain – 60% FTSTL)
lb 13,054
Rated Load (CEN EN 474-3 firm and level ground – kg 7761
80% FTSTL) lb 17,105
mm 9515
3 Maximum Overall Length
in 374.6
mm 1113
4 Reach with Forks at Ground Level
in 43.8
mm –91
5 Ground to Top of Tine at Minimum Height and Fork Level
in –3.6
mm 1688
6 Reach with Arms Horizontal and Forks Level
in 66.5
mm 820
7 Reach with Fork at Maximum Height
in 32.3
mm 1876
8 Ground to Top of Tine with Arms Horizontal and Fork Level
in 73.8
mm 3959
9 Ground to Top of Tine at Maximum Height and Fork Level
in 155.9
mm 4734
10 Overall Height of Fork at Full Lift (top of carriage to ground)
in 186.4
mm 2662
11 Clearance at Full Lift and Max Dump
in 104.8
12 Max Discharge Angle from Horizontal deg 43
mm 2217
13 Overall Carriage Width
in 87.3
mm 840
14 Overall Carriage Height
in 33.1
mm 2070
15 Outside Tine Width (max spread)
in 81.5
mm 470
16 Outside Tine Width (min spread)
in 18.5
mm 150.0
Tine Width (single tine)
in 5.9
mm 65.0
Tine Thickness
in 2.6
kg 6300
Tine Capacity
lb 13,885
kg 20 855
Operating Weight
lb 45,964

Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Firm & Level) 4082 6350 8618 10 886 13 154 15 422
180 4572
140 3556

and level ground or hydraulic limit.
0 0
**SAE – Society of Automotive Engineers 9,000 14,000 19,000 24,000 29,000 34,000
Capacity (lb)
WARNING: Do not exceed tine load capacity.

Individual tine capacity is stamped on the side
of each tine.
14

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1830 530-1861 530-1869
in 72.0
mm 915
2 Load Center
in 36.0
kg 10 625
lb 23,418
kg 9396
lb 20,709
kg 4698
lb 10,355
kg 5638
lb 12,426
80% FTSTL) lb 15,041
mm 9821
in 386.6
mm 1113
in 43.8
mm –91
in –3.6
mm 1688
in 66.5
mm 820
in 32.3
mm 1876
in 73.8
mm 3959
in 155.9
mm 4734
in 186.4
mm 2454
in 96.6
mm 2217
in 87.3
mm 840
in 33.1
mm 2070
in 81.5
mm 470
in 18.5
mm 150.0
In 5.9
mm 65.0
Tine Thickness
In 2.6
kg 5246
Tine Capacity
lb 11,562
kg 20 902
Operating Weight
lb 46,068

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
15

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1219 520-7957 520-7985
in 48.0
mm 610
2 Load Center
in 24.0
kg 11 479
lb 25,300
kg 10 129
lb 22,325
kg 5065
lb 11,163
kg 6078
lb 13,395
80% FTSTL) lb 17,860
mm 9160
in 360.6
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2830
in 111.4
mm 2528
in 99.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2178
in 85.7
mm 576
in 22.7
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
In 3.5
kg 22 200
Tine Capacity
lb 48,929
kg 21 164
Operating Weight
lb 46,645

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
16

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1524 520-7957 520-7980
in 60.0
mm 762
2 Load Center
in 30.0
kg 10 893
lb 24,009
kg 9604
lb 21,168
kg 4802
lb 10,584
kg 5763
lb 12,701
80% FTSTL) lb 16,934
mm 9465
in 372.6
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2599
in 102.3
mm 2528
in 99.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2178
in 85.7
mm 576
in 22.7
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 17 800
Tine Capacity
lb 39,231
kg 21 230
Operating Weight
lb 46,791

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
17

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1829 520-7957 520-7979
in 72.0
mm 915
2 Load Center
in 36.0
kg 10 356
lb 22,825
kg 9123
lb 20,107
kg 4562
lb 10,054
kg 5474
lb 12,064
80% FTSTL) lb 15,387
mm 9770
in 384.7
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2369
in 93.3
mm 2528
in 99.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2178
in 85.7
mm 576
in 22.7
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 14 800
Tine Capacity
lb 32,619
kg 21 291
Operating Weight
lb 46,925

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
18

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 2134 520-7957 520-7986
in 84.0
mm 1067
2 Load Center
in 42.0
kg 9857
lb 21,724
kg 8675
lb 19,120
kg 4338
lb 9560
kg 5205
lb 11,472
80% FTSTL) lb 13,637
mm 10075
in 396.7
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2138
in 84.2
mm 2528
in 99.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2178
in 85.7
mm 576
in 22.7
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 12 700
Tine Capacity
lb 27,991
kg 21 354
Operating Weight
lb 47,064

Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Firm & Level) 3629 5897 8165 10 433 12 701
180 4572
140 3556

0 0
**SAE – Society of Automotive Engineers 8,000 13,000 18,000 23,000 28,000
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
19

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1524 520-7968 520-7980
in 60.0
mm 762
2 Load Center
in 30.0
kg 10 858
lb 23,931
kg 9569
lb 21,091
kg 4785
lb 10,545
kg 5742
lb 12,655
80% FTSTL) lb 16,873
mm 9465
in 372.6
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2599
in 102.3
mm 2833
in 111.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2483
in 97.8
mm 590
in 23.2
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 17 800
Tine Capacity
lb 39,231
kg 21 279
Operating Weight
lb 46,899

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
20

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1829 520-7968 520-7979
in 72.0
mm 915
2 Load Center
in 36.0
kg 10 321
lb 22,748
kg 9088
lb 20,031
kg 4544
lb 10,015
kg 5453
lb 12,019
80% FTSTL) lb 15,369
mm 9770
in 384.7
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2369
in 93.3
mm 2833
in 111.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2483
in 97.8
mm 590
in 23.2
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 14 800
Tine Capacity
lb 32,619
kg 21 341
Operating Weight
lb 47,036

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
21

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 2134 520-7968 520-7986
in 84.0
mm 1067
2 Load Center
in 42.0
kg 9824
lb 21,653
kg 8643
lb 19,049
kg 4321
lb 9,524
kg 5186
lb 11,429
80% FTSTL) lb 13,623
mm 10075
in 396.7
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2138
in 84.2
mm 2833
in 111.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2483
in 97.8
mm 590
in 23.2
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 12 700
Tine Capacity
lb 27,991
kg 21 403
Operating Weight
lb 47,172

Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Firm & Level) 3629 5897 8165 10 433 12 701
180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
22

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 2438 520-7968 520-7981
in 96.0
mm 1219
2 Load Center
in 48.0
kg 9363
lb 20,636
kg 8228
lb 18,136
kg 4114
lb 9,068
kg 4937
lb 10,881
80% FTSTL) lb 12,185
mm 10379
in 408.6
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 1909
in 75.1
mm 2833
in 111.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2483
in 97.8
mm 590
in 23.2
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 11 300
Tine Capacity
lb 24,905
kg 21 466
Operating Weight
lb 47,311

Payload (CEN EN 474-3 – Firm & Level) 3175 5443 7711 9979 12 247
180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
23

Pallet Fork, FUSION

1 Tine Length
mm 1219 520-7968 520-7985
in 48.0
mm 610
2 Load Center
in 24.0
kg 11 439
lb 25,211
kg 10 089
lb 22,236
kg 5044
lb 11,118
kg 6053
lb 13,342
80% FTSTL) lb 17,789
mm 9160
in 360.6
mm 1063
in 41.9
mm 13
in 0.5
mm 1679
in 66.1
mm 812
in 32.0
mm 1980
in 77.9
mm 4063
in 160.0
mm 5103
in 200.9
mm 2830
in 111.4
mm 2833
in 111.5
mm 1130
in 44.5
mm 2493
in 98.1
mm 590
in 23.2
mm 180.0
in 7.1
mm 90.0
Tine Thickness
in 3.5
kg 22 200
Tine Capacity
lb 48,929
kg 21 217
Operating Weight
lb 46,762

180 4572
140 3556

0 0
Capacity (lb)

of each tine.
24
966 GC Standard and Optional Equipment
Standard and Optional Equipment

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

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT POWER TRAIN
Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents 9 Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc 9
and filter unit located outside of cab Cat C9.3B equivalent to Tier 3 9
Bucket/work tool function lockout 9 EIMS (Engine Idle Management System) 9
Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout 9 Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, 9
Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed 9 hydraulically driven, temperature sensing,
Camera, rearview 9 on demand
Coat hook 9 Fan, reversing automatic 9
and manual control
Computerized monitoring system 9
Filter, fuel primary/secondary/tertiary 9
Cup holders and personal tray on right 9
console and behind seat Filters, engine air, primary/secondary 9
Heater and defroster 9 Fuel priming pump (electric) 9
Horn 9 Fuel/water separator 9
Mirrors, rearview external 9 Muffler, sound suppressed 9
Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt 9 Radiator, unit core (9.5 fpi) with ATAAC 9
function; two (2) single axis levers Torque converter 9
or joystick Transmission, automatic, power 9
12V power port (10A) 9 shift (4F/4R), kick-down function,
Radio ready 9 overspeed protection
Radio 9 LINKAGE
ROPS/FOPS 9 Fusion quick coupler control 9
Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), mechanical 9 Lift and bucket return-to-dig kickouts 9
suspension (electro-magnetic), mechanical adjustment
Seat, air suspended 9 Z-bar, cast tilt lever 9
Steering column, adjustable angle 9
Steering, secondary, electrical 9
Window, sliding (left and right sides) 9
Wipers/washers (front and rear) 9
25
966 GC Standard and Optional Equipment
Standard and Optional Equipment (continued)

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

HYDRAULICS ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Dedicated brake and fan piston pump 9 Autolube system 9
Dedicated load sensing steering pump 9 Cold weather starting basic 9
Load sensing implement system 9 (ether starting aid)
pilot operated Cold weather starting full 9
Quick coupler control 9 (HD batteries 2×1,400 CCA,
ether system, jacket water heater,
Ride control 9 cold weather fluids)
S O·SSM
oil sampling valves 9 Counterweight, 700 kg (1,545 lb) 9
3rd function with additional dedicated 9 Fenders, front steel 9
single axis lever
Fenders, rear extensions 9
ELECTRICAL
Fenders, roading 9
Alarm, back-up/main disconnect switch 9
Grill, airborne debris 9
Alternator (115-amp, brush type) 9
Hitch, drawbar with pin 9
Batteries, maintenance free 9
(2×1,125 CCA) Hood, metallic panels on steel structure 9
Ignition key; start/stop 9 Doors, service access (locking) 9
Lighting system: 4 halogen work lights, 9 L3 bias or radial tires 9
cab mounted L5 traction tires 9
Lighting system: 8 halogen work lights, 9 Power train guard 9
cab mounted
Precleaner (Strana tubes + Scavenge) 9
Lighting system: 4 LED work lights, 9
Product Link™ ready 9
cab mounted
Toolbox 9
Lights: warning beacon 9
Windshield guard 9
Lighting system: 2 halogen work lights, 9
loader tower mounted
Roading lights with high/low beam 9
and F and R turn signals
Starter, electric (heavy duty) 9
Starting and charging system, 24V 9
26
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Standard and Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Hydraulic System Sound

1 Height to Top of ROPS 3582 mm 11'8"

Tire Brand Maxam Bridgestone Maxam Triangle Bridgestone Triangle

Bucket Fill Factors and Selection Chart

Loose Material Material Density Fill Factor (%)*

4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3) 4.60 m3 (6.00 yd3) 4.00 m3 (5.25 yd3)

3.80 m3 (5.00 yd3) 4.40 m3 (5.75 yd3) 3.80 m3 (5.00 yd3)

Bucket Fill Factors

Operating Specifications – Buckets

Bucket Type General Purpose – Pin On

(continued on next page)

Operating Specifications – Buckets (continued)

Bucket Type General Purpose – Hook On (Fusion)

(continued on next page)

Operating Specifications – Buckets (continued)

Bucket Type Pin On Coal Pin On Rock

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 63" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 63" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 63" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

NOTE: Static tipping loads and operating weight are based

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

The rated operating load for a loader equipped with a pallet

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 63" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

NOTE: Static tipping loads and operating weight are based

The rated operating load for a loader equipped with a pallet

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 87" Carriage 60" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

WARNING: Do not exceed tine load capacity.

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 87" Carriage 72" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

WARNING: Do not exceed tine load capacity.

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 96" Carriage 48" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

WARNING: Do not exceed tine load capacity.

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 96" Carriage 60" Tine

Payload (SAE J1197) Capacity (kg)

on the following loader configuration: L3 Triangle (TB516) 120 3048

WARNING: Do not exceed tine load capacity.

Fork Performance Curves – 966 GC STD

Fork Specifications 96" Carriage 72" Tine