SPECS / COMPARISON
Clark Michigan 175C vs Caterpillar 972K
A detailed comparison of the Clark Michigan 175C and the Caterpillar 972K. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Clark Michigan 175C215.1 kW (288.4 hp)
Caterpillar 972K214.8 kW (288 hp)
Weight
Clark Michigan 175C26208.5 kg (57780 lbs)
Caterpillar 972K26204.0 kg (57770 lbs)
Operating Weight
Clark Michigan 175C26208.5 kg (57780 lbs)
Caterpillar 972K26204.0 kg (57770 lbs)
| Specification | Clark Michigan 175C Wheel Loaders | Caterpillar 972K Wheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Horsepower | 215.1 kW (288.4 hp) | 214.8 kW (288 hp) |
| Weight | 26208.5 kg (57780 lbs) | 26204.0 kg (57770 lbs) |
| Tipping Capacity | 22031.0 kg (48570 lbs) | — |
| Max Speed | 32.8 km/h (20.4 mph) | 36.9 km/h (22.9 mph) |
| Engine Model | NT-855C | Cat? C9.3 ACERT? |
| No Of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Displacement | 14001.1 cc (854.4 cu in.) | — |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 75 amps | — |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V | — |
| Rated Speed | 2100 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 1500 RPM | — |
| Net Power | 215.1 kW (288.4 hp) | 214.8 kW (288 hp) |
| Gross Power | 231.0 kW (309.8 hp) | 240.1 kW (322 hp) |
| Peak Torque | 1364.1 N-m (1006.1 lbs ft) | 1425.0 N-m (1051 lbs ft) |
| Fuel Capacity | 469.8 l (124.1 gal) | 382.3 l (101 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 34.4 l (9.1 gal) | — |
| Cooling Capacity | 75.7 l (20 gal) | 65.9 l (17.4 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 390.3 l (103.1 gal) | 198.0 l (52.3 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 47.3 l (12.5 gal) | 50.0 l (13.2 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | 34.4 l (9.1 gal) | 64.0 l (16.9 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | 34.4 l (9.1 gal) | 64.0 l (16.9 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shift | — |
| No of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | 23 ° | — |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 32.8 km/h (20.4 mph) | 36.9 km/h (22.9 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 32.8 km/h (20.4 mph) | 42.2 km/h (26.2 mph) |
| Pump type | Tandem gear type | PISTON |
| Pump Flow | 447.1 LPM (118.1 GPM) | 340.7 LPM (90 GPM) |
| Relief Pressure | 179.3 bar (2600 psi) | 310.0 bar (4496 psi) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 6.7 sec | 5.9 sec |
| Lower Lift Time | 4.2 sec | — |
| Bucket Dump Time | 2 sec | 2 sec |
| Operating Weight | 26208.5 kg (57780 lbs) | 26204.0 kg (57770 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 22031.0 kg (48570 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Capacity (Heaped) | 4.2 m³ (5.5 cu yds) | — |
| Bucket Capacity (Struck) | 3.6 m³ (4.7 cu yds) | — |
| Bucket Width | 304.8 cm (120 in) | — |
| Breakout Force | 17345.4 kg (38240 lbs) | 19994.3 kg (44080 lbs) |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 121.9 cm (48 in) | — |
| Dump Clearance At Max Raise | 304.8 cm (120 in) | — |
| Turning Radius | 762.0 cm (300 in) | — |
| Wheelbase | 335.3 cm (132 in) | — |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 426.7 cm (168 in) | — |
| Cab Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | — |
| Overall Length | 883.9 cm (348 in) | — |
| Ground Clearance | 61.0 cm (24 in) | — |
| Width Over Tires | 304.8 cm (120 in) | — |
| Tire Size | 26.5-25 20PR | — |
| Stroke | — | 15.0 cm (5.9 in) |
| Bore | — | 11.4 cm (4.5 in) |
| Crankcase | — | 24.6 l (6.5 gal) |
| Hydraulic Tank | — | 198.0 l (52.3 gal) |
| Brakes | — | Meet OSHA, SAE J1473 OCT90 and ISO 3450-1985 required standards |
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