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953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling

953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling

953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling

Product catalog summary
Engine Specifications:
- 953D SH and 963D SH models are equipped with Cat® C6.6 ACERT™ engines, while the 973D SH uses a Cat® C9 ACERT™ engine. The net flywheel power ranges from 110 kW (148 hp) for the 953D SH to 196 kW (263 hp) for the 973D SH.

Bucket Capacities:
- General Purpose (GP) bucket capacities range from 1.85 m3 (2.42 yd3) for the 953D SH to 3.21 m3 (4.2 yd3) for the 973D SH. Multi-Purpose (MP) bucket capacities range from 1.60 m3 (2.09 yd3) to 3.05 m3 (3.92 yd3).

Weights:
- Operating weights with GP buckets range from 15,526 kg (34,229 lb) for the 953D SH to 28,058 kg (61,857 lb) for the 973D SH.

Track-Type Loaders Features:
- Equipped with Cat® engines featuring ACERT™ technology for fuel efficiency and low emissions. The hydraulic system is powerful and fuel-efficient with load-sensing capabilities. Operator stations are designed for comfort and visibility, featuring ergonomic controls and automatic air-conditioning.

Work Tools and Optional Equipment:
- Various work tools are available, including trim blades and buckets. The 963D can be equipped with a Fusion™ quick coupler for easy tool switching.

Machine Specifications:
- Dimensions and specifications vary across models, with overall heights ranging from 3099 mm (122.0 in) for the 953D to 3510 mm (138.2 in) for the 973D. Ground pressure and track shoe widths are specified for different configurations.

Maintenance and Serviceability:
- Features include easy access to filters and systems, a tiltable cab for maintenance, and an engine air precleaner to extend air filter life.

Recommended Features for Shiphold/Port Handling:
- Includes lifting eyes, joystick controls, protective guards, a heavy-duty bumper, a reversing fan, and E-SALT tracks with center hole shoes.

For more detailed information, refer to the specific Caterpillar specalogs for each model.
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Catalog excerpts

953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling-1

953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling Supplement Note: For standard specifications and features, refer to the standard Caterpillar® specalog for this machine. 953D SH 963D SH Engine Cat® C6.6 ACERT™ Engine Model Cat® C6.6 ACERT™ Net Flywheel Power 110 kW 148 hp 141 kW 189 hp Buckets 2.42 yd3 2.45 m3 3.2 yd3 Capacity – GP 1.85 m3 3 3 3 Capacity – MP 1.60 m 2.09 yd 1.90 m 2.48 yd3 Trim Blade 3 yd3 3.24 m3 4.23 yd3 Capacity – All Material 2.3 m3 3 Capacity – Coal 4m 5.25 yd3 Weights Operating Weight – GP Bucket with Teeth 15 526 kg 34,229 lb 21 426 kg 47,236 lb Operating Weight – Trim Blade all material 15 298 kg 33,726 lb 21 201 kg 46,470 lb 973D SH Cat® C9 ACERT™ 196 kW 263 hp 3.21 m3 3.05 m3 4.2 yd3 3.92 yd3 3.57 m3 4.67 yd3 28 058 kg 28 161 kg 61,857 lb 62,084 lb

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953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling-3

Track-Type Loaders Shiphold/Port Handling Infinite Variable Speeds (hydrostatic transmission) • Smooth controls, more operator comfort • Increased operator productivity Joysticks for Transmission and Work Tools • Easy to maneuver • Intuitive controls minimize training requirements High Reach Work Tool • Loader arm allows cleaning of the walls of the hold • Increases versatility of the machine Track-Type Undercarriage • Low ground pressure for better traction in some materials • Several shoe widths available or can be manufactured at order to meet customer requirements • Optional center hole shoes...

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Track-Type Loaders Shiphold/Port Handling Rear Engine and Cooling System Location • Improved machine balance • Engine less exposed to dust, increase engine life • Limit plugging of radiator core • Better visibility at front • Reduce O&O cost Reversing Fan • The air flow can be either automatically or manually reversed. Maintains proper heat transfer by blowing material out of the radiator core. • The hinged radiator grill gives easy access to the cooling system of the machine • The hinged hydraulic fan makes the cleaning of the radiator easy and faster (not available on 973D) Heavy Duty Bumper...

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Work Tools and Optional Equipment Designed to meet your needs Work Tool Options • Pin-on trim blade for all material • Pin-on trim blade for coal • Pin-on general purpose bucket • Pin-on multi purpose bucket The 963D can also be equipped with a Fusion™ quick coupler that allows to switch work tools easily. • Fusion™ trim blade for all material • Fusion™ GP bucket standard width and wide width (for lighter materials) • Fusion™ MP bucket • Fusion™ Forks Other work tools from other products such as wheel loaders are compatible or can be made compatible with the 963D Fusion quick coupler. Please...

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Machine Specifications Dimensions All dimensions are approximate. 1 3 5 6 9 7 12 11 4 8 10 2 953D 1 Overall Height 2 Overall Length 3 Work Tool Height 4 Digging Depth Overall Width – with 480 mm/19.7 in shoes Overall Width – with 550 mm/21.6 in shoes Blade Width 5 Rear Lifting Eye Height 3099 mm 963D 122.0 in 3335 mm 973D 131.3 in 3510 mm 138.2 in 5513 mm 217.0 in 6687 mm 263.3 in 7200 mm 283.5 in 3495 mm 137.6 in 4359 mm 171.6 in 4420 mm 174.0 in 560 mm 2280 mm 22.0 in 89.8 in 916 mm 36.1 in 977 mm 38.5 in 94.5 in 124.0 in 30.0 in 2710 mm 3469 mm 1040 mm 106.7 in 136.6 in 40.9 in 3148 mm 700...

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953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling-7

Engine Engine Model 953D Cat C6.6 Acert 963D Cat C6.6 Acert 973D Cat C9 Acert Net Power 953D 110 kW 148 hp 963D 141 kW 189 hp 973D 196 kW 263 hp Bore 953D 105 mm 4.13 in 963D 105 mm 4.13 in 973D 112 mm 4.41 in Stroke 953D 127 mm 5 in 963D 127 mm 5 in 973D 149 mm 5.86 in Displacement 953D 6.6 L 402.76 in3 963D 6.6 L 402.76 in3 973D 8.8 L 537 in3 Regulations 953D Rating at 2,000 rpm 963D Rating at 2,000 rpm 973D Rating at 1,900 rpm • Meets U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage 3A and Japan MOC • Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel measured per ISO 9249 or SAE J1349 when the engine is...

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953D SH 963D SH 973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling-8

953D SH/963D SH/973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling When the attachments are available a typical Track-Type Loader working in the shiphold/port handling application needs to be equipped with the following recommended features: • Four lifting eyes • Joystick for the transmission control • Front guard for hydraulic tank • Guards for lift and tilt cylinders • Guard for the track rollers • Heavy duty bumper • Reversing fan • Engine air precleaner • E-SALT tracks equipped with center hole shoes • Trim blade or bucket (with or without quick coupler) • Lights facing forward, backward and sideways • Windshield...

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