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Details

Flywheel Power
160 HP

Operating Weight
34594 lb

Capacity - General Purpose
2.4 yd³

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Foley Equipment Sales

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Overview

Powerful, Versatile, Agile

Save money and transport time with one rugged machine that does it all – land clearing, digging, grading, truck loading, slope work and more. Crawler loaders give you lower ground pressure and better traction so you can start the job sooner, and work longer, in all kinds of underfoot conditions. Cat® Track Loaders give you all this, plus outstanding performance and fuel efficiency.

Benefits

Machine, Many Jobs

One operator, one machine to dig, load, carry, fill and more. Fusion™ quick coupler for fast attachment changes. Purpose-built Waste, Low Ground Pressure, Ship Hold and Steel Mill loaders to get the job done.

Fuel Savings

Efficient Cat C7.1 engine. Automatic, Eco and Power modes match performance to the job to save you fuel. Remote Services and machine features save on service and maintenance.

Gets More Done

Sized for agility and easy transport, with a Performance Series bucket option that boosts your productivity. Cat Payload technology helps optimize bucket loading for faster cycle times.

Features at a Glance

One Machine, Many Jobs

Track loader power, traction and agility mean you can use one machine and one operator to do everything from clearing the site to installing utilities and finishing around buildings.
953 is sized for tight spaces and easy transport.
Fusion™ Quick Coupler option lets you make fast attachment changes with a wide range of tools like forks, buckets, etc. from wheel loaders and other Fusion compatible machines.
Bucket/tooth, undercarriage, track shoe and attachment choices help you equip your machine for optimal performance in your applications.
Purpose-built Waste Handler, Low Ground Pressure (LGP), Ship Hold and Steel Mill configurations stand up to the toughest tasks.

Top Performer

953 uses up to 10% less fuel per hour than the previous model.
Performance Series bucket option boosts productivity up to 20% compared to General Purpose bucket.
Cat Payload* technology delivers precise bucket load information with on-the-go weighing. More accurate loading reduces cycle times to help save time, labor and fuel costs.
Advansys™ bucket tips are built to give you maximum productivity and the lowest bucket lifecycle cost for your toughest applications.
Smoother implement and steering response, and improved steering performance provide more controllability.
Load sensing hydraulics and position sensing cylinders offer precise, responsive performance.

All comparisons to 953K track loader.

*Not legal for trade.

Easy to Operate

Comfortable cab and an intuitive 254 mm (10 inch) touchscreen dash display.
Standard High Definition rearview camera shows prominently in the main display.
Slope Indicate helps make operation easier by showing machine mainfall and cross slope right on the display.
Enjoy operator comforts like suspension seat and adjustable armrests and controls.
Choose either joystick or two-lever implement controls to match operator preference or application.
Speed/steering control choices include either a joystick or a v-lever and foot pedals.
Set implement response – fine, normal, coarse – to match operator preference or application.
Emissions reduction technology (when equipped) is designed to work in the background, with no action required from the operator.

Focus on Safety

Excellent visibility to the bucket and all around the machine enhances safety and helps operators work more confidently.
Handles and steps help operators climb on and off the machine more easily, from the front or the back of the tracks.
Standard rear vision camera enhances visibility behind the machine.
Seat belt indicator gives an alarm and registers fault code through Product Link if the operator fails to buckle up, enhancing job site safety.
Ergonomics, a quiet engine and low-effort controls help lessen fatigue, so operators are better able to remain fresh and focused.

Equipped for the Job

Equip your loader from the factory to take on extra-challenging tasks like soft footing, waste handling, ship hold and steel mill work.
For added flotation and traction, or work in more sensitive ground conditions, choose a Low Ground Pressure (LGP) loader with wider tracks.
Waste Handler configuration is a versatile machine for loading, sorting, excavation and spreading cover, and well suited to the landfill or transfer station. Specialized guarding, striker bars and seals help protect the machine and components from impact and airborne debris. Enhanced Cleaning Package reduces cleaning time, adds machine protection and increases compaction.
Traction, high reach and machine balance make track loaders ideal for working in ship holds and port handling duties. Specialized guarding and seals help protect the machine, while attachments like coal buckets and trim blades help you get the job done.
Your track loader can be factory equipped with a heat-resistant cab, high-temperature guarding and other features to help protect the machine and operator in high-temperature steel mill work.

Note: 963 Waste Handler model shown

Save on Maintenance

Designed to help you take care of routine maintenance and get back to work.
Grouped service points located behind large access doors.
Daily grease points in easy reach at ground level.
Service mode in the operator display shows hydrostatic and implement pressure for easier troubleshooting and servicing.
Demand fan provides efficient cooling plus easy fold-down service access.
Handy bracket holds a shovel for quick undercarriage clean-out.
Tilt cab and convenient service access points for easier maintenance and repair.
Diesel Particulate Filter in the Clean Emissions Module (when equipped) designed to work for the life of the engine without needing to clean or replace the filter.

Connect to Greater Efficiency

Product Link™ collects machine data that can be viewed online through web and mobile applications.
Access information anytime, anywhere with VisionLink® – and use it to make informed decisions that boost productivity, lower costs, simplify maintenance, and improve safety and security on your job site.
The Cat App helps you manage your assets – at any time – right from your smartphone. See fleet location and hours, get critical required maintenance alerts, and even request service from your local Cat dealer.
Remote Troubleshoot saves time and money by allowing your Cat dealer to perform diagnostic testing remotely.
Remote Flash updates on-board software without a technician being present, at a time that is convenient for you, potentially reducing update time by as much as 50%.

Specifications

Full Specifications

Engine: Flywheel Power
160 HP

Engine Model
Cat C7.1

Net Power - ISO 9249/SAE J1349
160 HP

Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN)
162 mhp

Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV, Japan 2014 emission standards or India Bharat Stage III, Eurasian Economic Union Stage IIIA, UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/ EU Stage IIIA.

Note (1)
Cat U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, China Nonroad Stage IV, Japan 2014 engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)*; 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Cat engines meeting Eurasian Economic Union Stage IIIA, UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3/ EU Stage IIIA, are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)**; 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer.

Note (2)
Net power advertised is the power available at the engine flywheel when the engine is equipped with a fan, air cleaner, clean emissions Module (when equipped) and alternator. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.

Weights: Operating Weight
34594 lb

Service Refill Capacities: Fuel Tank
70 gal (US)

DEF Tank
4.2 gal (US)

Standard: Operating Weight
35181 lb

Width of Standard Shoe
20 in

Ground Contact Area
3720 in²

Ground Pressure
10 psi

Low Ground Pressure (LGP): Operating Weight
38055 lb

Width of Standard Shoe
31.5 in

Ground Contact Area
6045 in²

Ground Pressure
6 psi

Waste Handler: Operating Weight
35662 lb

Width of Standard Shoe
20 in

Ground Contact Area
3720 in²

Ground Pressure
10 psi

Dimensions: Overall Machine Length*
251.1 in

Overall Machine Width without Bucket: With Standard Tracks - 550 mm (21.6 in) Shoes
91.2 in

Machine Height - Top of Cab
124.2 in

Reach at Full Lift Height and 45° Dump*
41.4 in

Clearance at Full Lift Height and 45° Dump*
111.7 in

Height - Bucket Hinge Pin
142.1 in

Ground Clearance
16.3 in

Ramp Angle
29°

Note
*With General Purpose pin-on bucket

Undercarriage: Track Gauge
72.3 in

Track on Ground
90 in

Track Rollers/Shoes - Each Side
6/37

Buckets: Capacity - General Purpose
2.4 yd³

Capacity - Multi-Purpose
2.1 yd³

Capacity - Performance Series
2.7 yd³

Width - General Purpose
97.8 in

Width - Multi-Purpose
97.3 in

Width - Performance Series
99.8 in

Air Conditioning System: Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.1 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.573 metric tonnes.

Equipment

Standard Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Power Train

Cat C7.1 Diesel Engine
Hydraulic demand fan
Hydrostatic transmission
Load sensing implement pump
Modular cooling system

Operator Environment

12V power outlet and 5V USB port
Adjustable armrests
Full-color 254 mm (10 in) liquid crystal touchscreen display
Grab handle on dash
Heat/Air conditioning
Integrated rearview HD camera
Lights - 4 halogen
Pressurized, sound suppressed, Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)/Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) Cab with tinted glass and sliding window
Radio ready
Storage areas throughout cab

Cat Technology

Slope Indicate
Product Link ready

Undercarriage

Caterpillar Heavy Duty undercarriage
Oscillating track roller frames

Buckets

Pin-on coupler
Cat Advansys bucket tips/Ground Engaging Tools

Service and Maintenance

4 x 2 Easy tie-down points on chassis
Ecology drains
Ground level service center
Hinged radiator guard and swing out fan
Shovel holder

Optional Equipment