The 962M Wheel Loader is equipped with built-in proven technologies to help meet your expectations for productivity and fuel efficiency. This wheel loader offers a standard lock up clutch torque converter, standard manual front locking differential axles, and improved standard ride control to significantly improve your fuel economy, performance and ergonomics. This machine deliversthe reliability, durability, and versatility you’ve come to expect from a Cat machine.
Engine
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 250 HP
- Emissions
- Tier 4/Stage IV
- Note
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.288 metric tonnes.
- Engine Model
- Cat C7.1
- Displacement
- 428 in³
- Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249
- 250 HP
- Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric
- 253 HP
- Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1349
- 250 HP
- Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396
- 269 HP
- Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric
- 273 HP
- Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1995
- 271 HP
- Peak Gross Torque - 1,350 rpm - ISO 14396
- 918 ft·lbf
- Peak Gross Torque - 1,350 rpm - SAE J1995
- 921 ft·lbf
- Maximum Net Torque - 1,350 rpm
- 865 ft·lbf
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 44591 lb
- Note
- Weight based on a machine configuration with Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, manual diff lock/open axles (front/rear), power train guard, secondary steering,
Buckets
- Bucket Capacities
- 2.5-9.2 m³ (3.3-12.0 yd³)
Dimensions - Standard Lift
- Rack Back at Ground
- 37 degrees
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 59 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
- 7.08 ft
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
- 5.5 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.17 ft
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
- 11.17 ft
- Height - Top of Hood
- 8.83 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.33 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.17 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 13.92 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 11.33 ft
- Maximum Width - Over Tires - Loaded
- 9.25 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 23.75 ft
- Tread Width
- 7 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11 ft
Dimensions - High Lift
- Rack Back - Maximum Lift
- 59 degrees
- Rack Back at Ground
- 37 degrees
- Rack Back - Carry Height
- 49 degrees
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
- 7.08 ft
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
- 5.5 ft
- Ground Clearance
- 1.17 ft
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
- 11.17 ft
- Height - Top of Hood
- 8.83 ft
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 11.33 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 2.58 ft
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 14.83 ft
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 11.83 ft
- Maximum Width - Over Tires - Loaded
- 9.25 ft
- Overall Length - Without Bucket
- 23.75 ft
- Tread Width
- 7 ft
- Wheel Base
- 11 ft
Hydraulic System
- Implement Pump Type
- Variable Axial Piston
- Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
- 8.9 s
- Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
- 4250 psi
- Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,150 rpm
- 76 gal/min
Sound
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
- 75 dB(A)*
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)**
- 104 LWA***
- Note (3)
- ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
- Note (2)
- **For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives.
- Note (1)
- *Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
- 107 dB(A)
- With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
- 70 dB(A)
- With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)**
- 69 dB(A)
Transmission
- Note
- Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
- Forward - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Forward - 2
- 7.5 mile/h
- Forward - 3
- 12 mile/h
- Forward - 4
- 16 mile/h
- Reverse - 1
- 4.3 mile/h
- Reverse - 2
- 7.5 mile/h
- Reverse - 3
- 16 mile/h
- Forward - 5
- 24.5 mile/h
Operating Specifications
- Note (2)
- Full compliance to ISO 143971:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
- Breakout Force
- 42489 lbf
- Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
- 27494 lb
- Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
- 25814 lb
- Note (1)
- For a machine configuration as defined under Weight.
Service Refill Capacities
- Crankcase
- 5.8 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Front
- 11.4 gal (US)
- Differential - Final Drives - Rear
- 11.4 gal (US)
- Fuel Tank
- 72.6 gal (US)
- Transmission
- 11.4 gal (US)
- DEF Tank
- 4.2 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 33 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 15.6 gal (US)
Dimensions
- Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
- 26 in
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
- 85 in
- Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
- 66 in
- Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
- 134 in
- Height - Top of Hood
- 106 in
- Height - Top of ROPS
- 136 in
- Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
- 136 in
- Wheel Base
- 132 in
- Note
- All dimensions are approximate and based on Michelin 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 radial tires.
- Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 167 in
- Maximum Width over Tires (loaded)
- 111 in
- Overall Length (without bucket)
- 285 in
- Tread Width
- 84 in
- Ground Clearance
- 14 in
Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
- Emissions
- Tier 4/Stage IV
Bucket Capacities
- Bucket Range
- 2.5-9.2 m³ (3.3-12.0 yd³)
