Caterpillar 950 Wheel Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 950 Wheel Loader is a mid-size, high-performance loader designed to deliver reliable productivity in construction, aggregates, forestry, industrial material handling, and municipal applications.

Known for its strong hydraulic performance, balanced powertrain, and durable Caterpillar-built components, the 950 offers an ideal blend of power, fuel efficiency, and operator comfort.

Engine Details

Number of Cylinders	6
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat 7.1
Displacement	427.7 cu in (7 L)
Bore	4.1 in (105 mm)
Stroke	5.3 in (135 mm)
Gross Power	257 hp (189.0 kw)
Net Power	235 hp (172.8 kw)
Power Measured @	2100 rpm
Peak Torque	916 lb ft (1242 Nm)
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm
Aftertreatment	DOC+DPF+SCR
Aspiration	Turbocharged and aftercooled
Emission Standards	US EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014, Brazil MAR-1

Dimensions

CAT 950 Linkage Type	Standard Lift	High Lift
Overall Length (w/o bucket)	276.5 in (7024 mm)	294.9 in (7490 mm)
Overall Length (w/ bucket level on ground)	327.3 in (8314 mm)	346.3 in (8795 mm)
Wheelbase	132 in (3350 mm)	132 in (3350 mm)
Width over Tires (unloaded)	110.2 in (2800 mm)	110.2 in (2800 mm)
Width over Tires (loaded)	111.2 in (2824 mm)	111.2 in (2824 mm)
Tread Width	84.3 in (2140 mm)	84.3 in (2140 mm)
Digging Depth	4 in (102 mm)	4.1 in (106 mm)
Overall Height with Bucket at Maximum Lift	217 in (5513 mm)	237 in (6018 mm)
Height to Axle Centerline	28.9 in (734 mm)	28.9 in (734 mm)
Height to Top of Hood	106.1 in (2695 mm)	106.1 in (2695 mm)
Height to Top of Exhaust Pipe	134.2 in (3408 mm)	134.2 in (3408 mm)
Height to Top of ROPS	136.1 in (3456 mm)	136.1 in (3456 mm)
Height to Top of Product Link Antenna	136.3 in (3463 mm)	136.3 in (3463 mm)
Height to Top of Warning Beacon	147.1 in (3736 mm)	147 in (3735 mm)
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight	81.2 in (2063 mm)	81.8 in (2077 mm)
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch	66 in (1675 mm)	66 in (1675 mm)
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height	24.5 in (623 mm)	30.5 in (775 mm)
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift	157.8 in (4009 mm)	177.7 in (4514 mm)
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift	128.1 in (3255 mm)	142.3 in (3615 mm)
Dump Clearance at Maximum Lift and 45º Discharge	112.8 in (2864 mm)	132.7 in (3370 mm)
Reach at Maximum Lift and 45º Discharge	56.5 in (1436 mm)	57.9 in (1471 mm)
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift and Dump (on stops)	51°	48°
Rack Back at Maximum Lift	59°	56°
Rack Back at Carry Height	49°	49°
Rack Back at Ground	39°	43°
Clearance Circle (dia) to Counterweight	474.4 in (12050 mm)	474.2 in (12044 mm)
Clearance Circle (dia) to Outside of Tires	473.5 in (12028 mm)	473.5 in (12028 mm)
Clearance Circle (dia) to Inside of Tires	251.2 in (6380 mm)	251.2 in (6380 mm)
Ground Clearance	14 in (354 mm)	14 in (354 mm)

Caterpillar 950 Performance

Static Tipping Load, Straight (With tire deflection)	28640 lb (12991 kg)
Static Tipping Load, Straight (No tire deflection)	30300 lb (13743 kg)
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (With tire deflection)	24693 lb (11200 kg)
Static Tipping Load, Articulated (No tire deflection)	26368 lb (11960 kg)
Breakout Force	40690 lbf (181 kN)
Bucket Width	115.2 in (2927 mm)
GP Bucket Capacity, Struck	4.5 yd3 (3.4 m3)
GP Bucket Capacity, Heaped	4.0 yd3 (3.1 m3)

Operational Specs

Operating Weight	42461 lb (19260 kg)
Operating Voltage	24 V
CAT 950 Working Lights	Halogen, 4 work lights, 2 front roading lights with turn signals, 2 rearview lights
Operator Sound Pressure Level	70 dB(A), ISO 6396:2008
Exterior Sound Power Level	107 dB(A), ISO 6395:2008
Standard Tire Size	23.5R25 VJT L3 radial; 23.5X25; 750/65R25

Transmission

Type	Automatic powershift transmission with lock-up clutch torque converter
Number of Gears	5F/3R
Max Forward Speed	24.5 mph (39.5 km/h)
Max Reverse Speed	16.0 mph (25.7 km/h)
Service brakes	Hydraulic, fully enclosed wet disc, wear indicators
Parking Brake	Caliper on front axles, spring applied–pressure released
Differential Lock	Front axle / Front and rear axles auto differential locks (optional)

Hydraulic System

Implement Pump Type	Load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
Steering Pump Type	Load sensing with dedicated variable displacement piston pump
Max Pump Flow	85 gal/min (322 L/min)
Max Operating Pressure	4250 psi (29300 kPa)
Max 3rd Function Pump Flow at Work Tool	63 gal/min (240 L/min)
Max 3rd Function Operating Pressure at Work Tool	3000 psi (20684 kPa)
Max 4th Function Pump Flow at Work Tool	63 gal/min (240 L/min)
Max 4th Function Operating Pressure at Work Tool	3000 psi (20684 kPa)
Total Hydraulic Cycle Time	9.1 sec
Raise from Carry Position	5.1 sec
Dump at Maximum Raise	1.5 sec
Lower, Empty, Float Down	2.5 sec

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	68.6 gal (259.5 L)
DEF Tank Capacity	4.0 gal (15 L)
Engine Oil Capacity	5.5 gal (21 L)
Cooling System Capacity	14.3 gal (54 L)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity	25.6 gal (97 L)
Transmission Oil Capacity	11.4 gal (43 L)
Front Differential + Final Drives	11.4 gal (43 L)
Rear Differential + Final Drives	11.4 gal (43 L)

Since its introduction, the 950 series has evolved through multiple generations — each improving on efficiency, lift capacity, emissions compliance, and machine control technology — while maintaining the rugged build quality that operators expect from Cat equipment. With versatile bucket and work-tool options, precise Z-bar or parallel-lift linkage (depending on model generation), and a reputation for long service life, the Cat 950 remains one of the most widely used wheel loaders in its class.

Whether working in demanding load-and-carry operations or performing routine material handling, the Caterpillar 950 delivers the performance, reliability, and ease of maintenance to keep operations running efficiently day after day.