Caterpillar 973D Crawler Loaders
Caterpillar 973D
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Produced in the United States from 2009 to 2015, the Caterpillar 973D is a crawler loader designed for construction loading, material handling, and earthmoving work. It is powered by a Cat® C9 ACERT™ 6-cylinder engine rated at 186 kW (253.7 hp) and meets Tier 3 emission standard level. The machine is listed with a heaped bucket capacity of 3.21 m³ (4.2 cu yd), giving it a work capacity suited to general loading tasks.
The 973D uses a Closed Center Load Sensing transmission, hydrostatic steering, and a Load-Sensing, Closed-Center hydraulic system with a pump flow of 189 L/min (49.9 gpm). Its tracked undercarriage includes a track gauge of 2,160 mm (7 ft 1 in) and 600 mm (24 in) grouser width, supporting stable operation in construction environments where traction and controlled loading are important.
Year
2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
3,500 mm
~137.8 in
5,180 mm
~203.9 in
2,800 mm
~110.2 in
28,100 kg
~61,949.9 lb
Engine Power
253.7 hp
Operating Weight
28.1 kg
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
3.21 cu(m)
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
Tier 3
Displacement
537 cu(in)
Transmission type
Closed Center Load Sensing
Fuel tank
189 L
Hydraulic system type
Load-Sensing, Closed-Center
Number of batteries
2
Cooling system
44 L
Number of Cylinders
6
Battery Voltage
12 V
System Relief Pressure
3 kPa
Ground Pressure
Undercarriage Ground Pressure
85.5 kPa
Length of Track on Ground
2.85 mm
Number of Shoes
42
Hydraulic controls
Load-Sensing, Closed-Center
Battery Capacity
1,400 CCA
Engine Oil
23 L
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
340 L
Track Gauge
2,160 mm
Net Power (ISO 9249)
253.7 hp
Manufacturer and Model
Cat® C9 ACERT™
Net Peak Torque
792 ft-lb
Powertrain System Relief Pressure
45,000 kN
Travel Speeds
6.84 km/h
Steering
Hydrostatic
Drawbar Pull Maximum
Drawbar Pull at 1.9 km/h (1.2 mph)
Drawbar Pull at 3.2 km/h (2.0 mph)
Pump Flow
189 L/min
Differential Pressure
Maximum Flow at Unloaded High Idle
189 L/min
Lift Cylinders
1.4 mm
Bucket-Dump Cylinder
1.25 mm
Alternator Rating
95 amp
Grouser Width
600 mm
Track Rollers, Each Side
7
Ground Contact Area
30 sq(cm)
Hydraulic Tank
189 L
Width of Bucket (General Purpose)
2,910 mm
Capacity Heaped
3.21 cu(m)
Bucket Weight
1.2 kg
Breakout Force
128 lbf
Static Tipping Load
15 kg
Maximum Clamping Force
177 lbf
Width of Bucket (Multipurpose)
2,868 mm
Capacity Heaped Multipurpose
3.05 cu(m)
Bucket Weight (Multipurpose)
1.4 kg
Breakout Force (Buckets Multipurpose)
128 lbf
Static Tipping Load (Buckets Multipurpose)
15 kg
Maximum Clamping Force (Buckets Multipurpose)
177 lbf
Cab With Pressurizer and Heater/ Air Conditioner
Lift-Cylinder Guards
100 kg
Full-Length Rock Guards
150 kg
Final-Drive Trash Guards
100 kg
Clam-Cylinder Protection for Multipurpose Bucket
100 kg
Retrieval Hitch
150 kg
Double-Bar Grousers
200 kg
Rated Operating Capacity
16,066 kg
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Caterpillar 973D Crawler Loader
3.21 cu(m)
28100 kg
2800 mm × 3500 mm × 5180 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 973D?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar 973D. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 973D?
Listed features include a 3.21 m³ (4.2 cu yd) heaped bucket capacity, 189.2 kW (253.7 hp) net power, hydrostatic steering, and a load-sensing, closed-center hydraulic system. The machine also has a 189 L (49.9 US gal) fuel tank.
What type of engine does the 973D use?
The 973D uses a Cat® C9 ACERT™ engine. It is listed with 6 cylinders, 537 cu in displacement, and Tier 3 emissions.
How much horsepower does the 973D have?
The 973D has 189.2 kW (253.7 hp) of engine power. Its Net Power (ISO 9249) is also listed as 189.2 kW (253.7 hp).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 973D use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 973D.
What jobs is this Crawler Loaders best suited for?
The supplied data does not specify particular jobs for the 973D. Its listed 3.21 m³ (4.2 cu yd) heaped bucket capacity and crawler-loader configuration should be assessed against the required material, site conditions, and attachments.
What is the expected lifespan of the 973D?
No expected service-life estimate is supplied for the 973D. For a used machine, assess maintenance records, engine condition, hydraulic performance, undercarriage wear, and bucket or attachment condition.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Crawler Loaders?
Check maintenance records, engine operation, hydraulic leaks and response, steering, transmission operation, undercarriage wear, track shoes, grousers, bucket condition, and electrical components. Confirm that the machine’s configuration and attachments match the intended work.
