Skip to content
WorksiteMachines

Comparison · Wheel loader

Caterpillar 966 vs Caterpillar 994K

The Caterpillar 994K is about 742% heavier than the Caterpillar 966 (200,000 vs 23,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 523% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 221 kW (296 hp)).

Caterpillar 966C wheel loader (an earlier generation of the 966)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 966
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Operating weight 23,750 kg (52,400 lb)200,000 kg (440,900 lb)
Engine power 221 kW (296 hp)1377 kW (1847 hp)
Net power ≈221 kW (296 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈3.8–5.0 m³ (5.0–6.5 yd³)≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Gross power —≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)
Strengths
  • + XE version with CVT for fuel savings
  • + Payload weighing options
  • + Strong resale
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price
  • − Mining-only scale
Full 966 reviewFull 994K review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.