The Cat® 972 XE Wheel Loader delivers excellent fuel efficiency, premium performance with simple-to-use standard technologies to boost operator efficiencies, and maintains low maintenance costs. 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.
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Engine
- Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 339 hp
- Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 344 hp (metric)
- Engine Model
- Cat® C9.3B
- Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 343 hp
- Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 348 hp (metric)
- Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 316 hp
- Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 321 hp (metric)
- Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 1,375 lbf·ft
- Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 1,388 lbf·ft
- Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 1,287 lbf·ft
- Displacement
- 567.5 in³
- Emissions
- Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2,014 emission standards.
- Biodiesel Capability
- 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.
- 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 guidel
- Note (3)
- Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h
- Displacement
- 9.3 L
- Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014
- 1,388 lb/ft
- Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002
- 1,375 lb/ft
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 54,858 lb
- Note
- Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 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, sec
Transmission
- Forward - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Forward - 2
- 8 mile/h
- Forward - 3
- 14.1 mile/h
- Forward - 4
- 24.5 mile/h
- Reverse - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Reverse - 2
- 8 mile/h
- Reverse - 3
- 17.9 mile/h
- Note
- Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.
Sound
- Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008
- 67 dB(A)
- Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008
- 107 dB(A)
- Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹
- 67 dB(A)
- Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²
- 105 dB(A)
- Note (1)
- ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
- Note (2)
- ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2,000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2,001 No. 1,701.
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note
- Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
Air Conditioning System
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1,430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
Operating Specifications
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn
- 35,919 lb
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection
- 38,582 lb
- Breakout Force
- 44,072 lbf
- Note (1)
- For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
- Note (2)
- Full compliance to ISO 14,397-1:2,007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Service Refill Capacities
- Fuel Tank
- 80.1 gal (US)
- DEF Tank
- 6.9 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 17.4 gal (US)
- Crankcase
- 6.1 gal (US)
- Transmission
- 16.6 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Front
- 15.1 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Rear
- 15.1 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 30.1 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
- Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 1,400 rpm
- 92 gal/min
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
- 4,496 psi
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
- 10.1 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
- 10.7 seconds
Dimensions - Standard Lift
- Height - Top of Hood
- 9.33 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.83 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.33 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11.67 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 25.42 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.27 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 14.58 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 12.58 ft
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 56 °
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 °
- Width over Tires (Loaded)
- 9.92 ft
- Tread Width
- 7.25 ft
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 56 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground
- 39 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
Dimensions - High Lift
- Height - Top of Hood
- 9.33 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.83 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.33 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11.67 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 26.5 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.5 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 15.67 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 13.67 ft
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 71 °
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 °
- Width over Tires (Loaded)
- 9.92 ft
- Tread Width
- 7.25 ft
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 71 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground
- 37 degrees
Standard Equipment:
-
- Note
-
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
- Door, remote opening system
- EH implement controls, parking brake
- Steering, joystick
- Seat belt, monitored
- Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension
- Touchscreen display
- Keypad, programmable buttons
- Mirrors, heated
- Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
- Sun visor, front, retractable
- Sun visor, rear, retractable
- Window, front, laminated
-
- On-board Technologies
-
- Cat Payload scale
- Autodig with Auto Set Tires
- Operator ID & machine security
- Application Profiles
- Job Aids
- Controls Help and eOMM (not available in all languages)
- Key Features Inform
- Bucket Carry Display Widget
- Remote Flash
-
- Powertrain
-
- Cat C9.3B engine
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
- Engine, air precleaner
- Axles, auto front differential lock
- Axles, ecology drains
- Transmission, continuous variable
- Rimpull control
- Throttle lock mode
- Hill and speed hold on grades
- Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
- Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied-pressure released
-
- Hydraulics
-
- Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
- Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
- Ride control, dual accumulators
- 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
- Lights: roading with turn signals
-
- 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
-
- Standard lift, Z-bar
- Kickouts: lift and tilt
-
- Safety
-
- Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera
- Window cleaning platform, front
Optional Equipment:
-
- Note
-
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Footrest
- Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
- Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)
- Entertainment radio (DAB+)
- CB radio ready
- Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/ cooled
- Windows, front, heavy duty
- Full cab window guard
-
- On-board Technologies
-
- Cat Advanced Payload
- Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket
- Cat Payload for Trade (Available in Europe, Türkiye, Australia, and New Zealand. Country certifications vary. Contact your Cat dealer for more information.)
- Remote Control
-
- Powertrain
-
- Turbine, air precleaner
- Radiator, high debris
- Cooling fan, reversible
- Axles, auto front and rear differential locks
- Axles, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
- Axles, oil cooler
-
- Hydraulics
-
- 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
- Quick coupler control
-
- Electrical
-
- Cold start, 120V or 240V
- Lights: LED
-
- Monitoring System
-
- Tire pressure monitor
-
- Linkage
-
- High lift, Z-bar
-
- Additional Equipment
-
- Cat Autolube system
- Fenders, roading
- Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, cylinders, rear
- Biodegradable hydraulic oil
- High-speed oil change system
- Toolbox
-
- Safety
-
- Cat Detect rear radar system
- Dedicated rearview screen
- Multiview (360°) vision system
- 4-point seat belt retractor
- Reversing strobe lights (not compatible with roading arrangements)
- Seat belt monitoring beacon
- Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard where mandated)
- Wheel chocks
- Warning beacon
- Collision Warning System with Motion Inhibit and People Detection
-
- Special Configurations
-
- Aggregate handler
- Waste and industrial
- Corrosion resistant
Specifications
Engine
- Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 339 hp
- Engine Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 344 hp (metric)
- Engine Model
- Cat® C9.3B
- Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 343 hp
- Gross Power - 1,600 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 348 hp (metric)
- Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 316 hp
- Net Power - 1,600 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 321 hp (metric)
- Engine Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 14396:2002
- 1,375 lbf·ft
- Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm SAE J1995:2014
- 1,388 lbf·ft
- Net Torque - 1,200 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
- 1,287 lbf·ft
- Displacement
- 567.5 in³
- Emissions
- Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2,014 emission standards.
- Biodiesel Capability
- 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.
- 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 guidel
- Note (3)
- Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (h
- Displacement
- 9.3 L
- Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014
- 1,388 lb/ft
- Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002
- 1,375 lb/ft
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 54,858 lb
- Note
- Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 26.5R25 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, sec
Transmission
- Forward - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Forward - 2
- 8 mile/h
- Forward - 3
- 14.1 mile/h
- Forward - 4
- 24.5 mile/h
- Reverse - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Reverse - 2
- 8 mile/h
- Reverse - 3
- 17.9 mile/h
- Note
- Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.
Sound
- Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008
- 67 dB(A)
- Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008
- 107 dB(A)
- Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹
- 67 dB(A)
- Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²
- 105 dB(A)
- Note (1)
- ¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
- Note (2)
- ²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2,000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2,001 No. 1,701.
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note
- Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
Air Conditioning System
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1,430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
Operating Specifications
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn
- 35,919 lb
- Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - No Tire Deflection
- 38,582 lb
- Breakout Force
- 44,072 lbf
- Note (1)
- For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
- Note (2)
- Full compliance to ISO 14,397-1:2,007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Service Refill Capacities
- Fuel Tank
- 80.1 gal (US)
- DEF Tank
- 6.9 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 17.4 gal (US)
- Crankcase
- 6.1 gal (US)
- Transmission
- 16.6 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Front
- 15.1 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Rear
- 15.1 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 30.1 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
- Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 1,400 rpm
- 92 gal/min
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
- 4,496 psi
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
- 10.1 s
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
- 10.7 seconds
Dimensions - Standard Lift
- Height - Top of Hood
- 9.33 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.83 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.33 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11.67 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 25.42 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.27 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 14.58 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 12.58 ft
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 56 °
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 °
- Width over Tires (Loaded)
- 9.92 ft
- Tread Width
- 7.25 ft
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 56 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground
- 39 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
Dimensions - High Lift
- Height - Top of Hood
- 9.33 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.83 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.33 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11.67 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 26.5 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.5 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 15.67 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 13.67 ft
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 71 °
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 °
- Width over Tires (Loaded)
- 9.92 ft
- Tread Width
- 7.25 ft
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 4.8 m³ (6.25 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 26.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 71 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground
- 37 degrees
Standard/Optional Features
Standard Equipment:
-
- Note
-
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Cab, pressurized, sound suppression
- Door, remote opening system
- EH implement controls, parking brake
- Steering, joystick
- Seat belt, monitored
- Seat, suede/cloth, air suspension
- Touchscreen display
- Keypad, programmable buttons
- Mirrors, heated
- Air conditioner, heater, defroster (auto temp, fan)
- Sun visor, front, retractable
- Sun visor, rear, retractable
- Window, front, laminated
-
- On-board Technologies
-
- Cat Payload scale
- Autodig with Auto Set Tires
- Operator ID & machine security
- Application Profiles
- Job Aids
- Controls Help and eOMM (not available in all languages)
- Key Features Inform
- Bucket Carry Display Widget
- Remote Flash
-
- Powertrain
-
- Cat C9.3B engine
- Electric fuel priming pump
- Fuel-water separator and secondary fuel filter
- Engine, air precleaner
- Axles, auto front differential lock
- Axles, ecology drains
- Transmission, continuous variable
- Rimpull control
- Throttle lock mode
- Hill and speed hold on grades
- Service brakes, hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
- Park brake, caliper on front axles, spring applied-pressure released
-
- Hydraulics
-
- Implement system, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
- Steering system, load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
- Ride control, dual accumulators
- 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
- Lights: roading with turn signals
-
- 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
-
- Standard lift, Z-bar
- Kickouts: lift and tilt
-
- Safety
-
- Visibility: mirrors, rear-vision camera
- Window cleaning platform, front
Optional Equipment:
-
- Note
-
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Footrest
- Implement joystick (2V, 3V only)
- Entertainment radio (FM, AM, USB, BT)
- Entertainment radio (DAB+)
- CB radio ready
- Seat, leather/cloth, air suspension, heated/ cooled
- Windows, front, heavy duty
- Full cab window guard
-
- On-board Technologies
-
- Cat Advanced Payload
- Cat Payload Printer with E-ticket
- Cat Payload for Trade (Available in Europe, Türkiye, Australia, and New Zealand. Country certifications vary. Contact your Cat dealer for more information.)
- Remote Control
-
- Powertrain
-
- Turbine, air precleaner
- Radiator, high debris
- Cooling fan, reversible
- Axles, auto front and rear differential locks
- Axles, AOC ready, extreme temperature seals
- Axles, oil cooler
-
- Hydraulics
-
- 3rd and 4th auxiliary functions with ride control
- Quick coupler control
-
- Electrical
-
- Cold start, 120V or 240V
- Lights: LED
-
- Monitoring System
-
- Tire pressure monitor
-
- Linkage
-
- High lift, Z-bar
-
- Additional Equipment
-
- Cat Autolube system
- Fenders, roading
- Guards: power train, crankcase, cab, cylinders, rear
- Biodegradable hydraulic oil
- High-speed oil change system
- Toolbox
-
- Safety
-
- Cat Detect rear radar system
- Dedicated rearview screen
- Multiview (360°) vision system
- 4-point seat belt retractor
- Reversing strobe lights (not compatible with roading arrangements)
- Seat belt monitoring beacon
- Secondary steering system, electrical (Standard where mandated)
- Wheel chocks
- Warning beacon
- Collision Warning System with Motion Inhibit and People Detection
-
- Special Configurations
-
- Aggregate handler
- Waste and industrial
- Corrosion resistant