950 GC

950 GC Wheel Loader | Front Loader

Cat® 950 GC medium wheel loaders are versatile front end bucket shovels that transfer pay material to trucks, conveyor belts, hoppers, railroad cars, etc.

950 GC

The Cat® 950 GC wheel loader is designed specifically to handle all the jobs on your worksite from material handling and truck loading to general construction and stockpiling. Great machine performance combined with the low owning and operating costs makes the 950 GC the right choice for your business.
The purpose-built, easy to operate, reliable Cat 950 GC wheel loader is right-sized to get your everyday jobs done. With low fuel consumption, low owning and operating costs, the 950 GC is the perfect wheel loader to handle your loose material handling, truck loading, general construction, and stockpiling jobs.

Net Power - ISO 9249

225 hp / 168 kW

Operating Weight

41554 lb / 18849 kg

Bucket Capacities

2.9-4.4 m³ (3.75-5.75 yd³)
  • Specifications
  • Standard / Optional Features
  • Overview
    • Long Name -950 GC Wheel Loader | Front Loader
    • Name -950 GC
    • Brand -Caterpillar
    • Status -Current
  • Engine
    • Net Power - ISO 9249 - 225 hp / 168 kW
    • Emissions - Tier 4/Stage V
    • Displacement - 428 in³ / 7.01 l
    • Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric - 228 hp / 168 kW
    • Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 14396 - 240 hp / 179 kW
    • Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric - 243 hp / 179 kW
    • Peak Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1995 - 811 ft·lbf / 1099 N·m
    • Peak Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm - ISO 14396 - 805 ft·lbf / 1092 N·m
    • Engine Model - Cat C7.1
    • Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - ISO 9249 - 225 hp / 168 kW
    • Maximum Net Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1349 - 225 hp / 168 kW
    • Maximum Power - 1,700 rpm - SAE J1995 - 241 hp / 180 kW
    • Note - The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.717 metric tonnes (2.995 tons).
    • Bore - 4.13 in / 105 mm
    • Stroke - 5.31 in / 135 mm
  • Weights
    • Operating Weight - 41554 lb / 18849 kg
  • Buckets
    • Bucket Capacities - 2.9-4.4 m³ (3.75-5.75 yd³)
  • Transmission
    • Reverse - 3 - 14.2 mile/h / 22.8 km/h
    • Forward - 3 - 14.2 mile/h / 22.8 km/h
    • Forward - 1 - 4.5 mile/h / 7.3 km/h
    • Forward - 2 - 8 mile/h / 12.8 km/h
    • Forward - 4 - 22.4 mile/h / 36 km/h
    • Reverse - 2 - 8 mile/h / 12.8 km/h
    • Reverse - 1 - 4.5 mile/h / 7.3 km/h
    • Note - Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 760 mm (30 in) roll radius.
  • Hydraulic System
    • Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time - 9.4 s / 9.4 s
    • Steering System - Pump Type - Piston
    • Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure @ 50 ± 1.5 L/min (13.2 + 0.4 gal/min) - 4047 psi / 27900 kPa
    • Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,390 rpm - 68 gpm / 256 L/min
  • Service Refill Capacities
    • DEF Tank - 4.2 gal (US) / 16 l
    • Transmission - 11.9 gal (US) / 45 l
    • Fuel Tank Size - 76.6 gal (US) / 290 l
    • Cooling System - 13.2 gal (US) / 50 l
    • Differential - Final Drives - Rear - 10 gal (US) / 38 l
    • Differential - Final Drives - Front - 10.6 gal (US) / 40 l
    • Crankcase - 4.8 gal (US) / 18 l
    • Hydraulic Tank - 29.6 gal (US) / 112 l
  • Sound
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) - 73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) - 109 dB(A) / 109 dB(A)
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013) - 76 dB(A)*
    • Note (1) - *Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value: Note (2) - European Union Directive "2000/14/EC" as amended by "2005/88/EC."
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)** - 73 dB(A) / 73 dB(A)
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value: Note (1) - For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note - Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
    • With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** - 107 LWA***
    • Note (3) - ***European Union Directive "2000/14/EC" as amended by "2005/88/EC."
    • Note (2) - **For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the "EU Directives."
  • Dimensions
    • Rack Back - Ground - 40 degrees
    • Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe - 11.17 ft / 3416 mm
    • Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch - 5.42 ft / 1650 mm
    • Lift Arm Clearance - 12 ft / 3649 mm
    • B-Pin Height - 13.75 ft / 4188 mm
    • Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight - 6.75 ft / 2055 mm
    • Ground Clearance - 1.5 ft / 460 mm
    • Rack Back - Maximum Lift - 60 degrees
    • Height - Top of Hood - 8.75 ft / 2673 mm
    • Wheel Base - 10.83 ft / 3300 mm
    • Height - Top of ROPS - 11.33 ft / 3458 mm
    • Rack Back - Carry - 45 degrees
    • Note - All dimensions are approximate and based on MAXAM MS302 23.5R25 L3 radial tires.
  • Weights and Operating Specifications
    • Note (2) - *Full compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
    • Tipping Load - Full Turn - Rigid Tires** - 25875 lb / 11737 kg
    • Breakout Force - 34638 lbf / 154 kN
    • Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-1* - 24264 lb / 11006 kg
    • Note (3) - **Compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 5.
    • Operating Weight - 41554 lb / 18849 kg
    • Note (1) - For 3.1 m3 (4.0 yd3) general purpose buckets with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with MAXAM MS302 23.5R25 L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, secondary steering, sound suppression.
  • Engine - Tier 4 Final/Stage IV
    • Emissions - Tier 4/Stage IV
  • Standard Equipment

    • note
      • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • power train
      • Engine - Cat C7.1 meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions standards
      • Torque converter
      • Transmission, automatic, power shift (4F/3R), kick-down function, overspeed protection
      • Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
      • EIMS (Engine Idle Management System)
      • EIS (Auto Idle Shutdown)
      • Fan, radiator, electronically controlled, hydraulically driven, temperature sensing, on demand
      • Filter, fuel primary-water separator/secondary
      • Radiator, unit core (9.5 fpi) with ATAAC
      • Starting aid, glow plugs
      • Switch, transmission neutralizer lockout
    • hydraulics
      • Load sensing implement system pilot operated
      • Dedicated load sensing steering pump
      • Dedicated brake and fan gear pump
    • electrical
      • Alarm, back-up/main disconnect switch
      • Alternator (145-amp, brush type)
      • Batteries (2), maintenance free
      • Ignition key; start/stop switch
      • Lighting system, halogen (6 total) - Four (4) halogen work lights; Two (2) halogen road lights
      • Starting and charging system (24-volt)
      • Starter, electric (heavy duty)
    • operator environment
      • Air conditioning (HVAC) with 10 vents and filter unit located outside of cab
      • Bucket/work tool function lockout
      • Cab, pressurized and sound suppressed
      • Hydroformed (ROPS/FOPS) structure
      • 12V power port (10A)
      • Coat hook
      • Radio ready
      • Rear vision camera and display
      • Pilot hydraulic controls, lift and tilt function
      • Computerized monitoring system
      • Gauges - Engine coolant temperatures/fluid level; Hydraulic/transmission oil temperature; Tachometer/DEF level
      • Digital indicators - Gear indicator; Speedometer; Service meter units; Fault codes
      • Warning indicators - Air inlet heater; Electrical malfunction; Engine inlet manifold temperature; Engine oil pressure, fuel level; Fuel pressure high/low; Hydraulic oil level, parking brake; Primary steering oil pressure; Service brake oil pressure; Action light, engine malfunction; Transmission filter bypass
      • Heater and defroster
      • Horn
      • Cup holders and personal tray on right console
      • Storage tray behind seat
      • Mirrors, rearview external
      • Seat, Cat Comfort (clotch) suspension
      • Seat belt
      • Steering column, adjustable angle
      • Wipers/washers (front and rear)
      • Window, sliding (left and right side)
    • tires, rims, and wheels
      • Tires are available from Triangle, Maxam and Bridgestone
      • Offerings vary by region. Consult your local Cat dealer for further details
    • fluids
      • Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to -34° C (-29° F)
    • other standard equipment
      • Lift and bucket return-to-dig kick outs (Electro-Magnetic), mechanical adjustment
      • Couplings, Cat O-ring face seal
      • Doors, service access (locking)
      • Front fender, steel
      • Grill, airborne debris
      • Hitch, drawbar with pin
      • Hood, wing doors
      • Hoses, Cat XT
      • Counterweight
      • Linkage, Z-bar, fabricated crosstube/tilt lever
      • S•O•S oil sampling valves
      • Sight gauges - Engine coolant, hydraulic oil; Transmission oil level
      • Diagnostic pressure taps
      • Product Link Ready

    Optional Equipment

    • note
      • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
    • optional equipment
      • Cold weather starting (jacket water heater, electric and ether starting aid)
      • Third hydraulic function, additional dedicated single axis level
      • Quick coupler control
      • Limited slip differentials
      • Ride control
      • Air suspended seat
      • Secondary steering, electrical
      • Reversing cooling fan (auto/manual controlled)
      • Toolbox
      • Sun visor, rear
      • High capacity converted 12V/15A
      • Warning beacon
      • Extra working lights (4), Halogen or LED
      • Radio
      • Fender extensions/roading