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Caterpillar 225 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 225 ➔

The Caterpillar 225 Excavator offers powerful performance and versatility for various construction projects. With options for different boom and stick configurations, this excavator can reach impressive cutting heights, digging depths, loading heights, and reach along the ground. Its robust engine delivers 135-180 horsepower, while the hydraulic system ensures efficient operation with high pump flow capacity and pressure relief valves. With a range of operating weights and undercarriage features, the Caterpillar 225 Excavator is a reliable choice for heavy-duty work.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	28.30 ft (8.63 m)
Max Digging Depth	24.00 ft (7.32 m)
Max Loading Height	19.10 ft (5.82 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	35.30 ft (10.76 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	15.00 ft (4.57 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	36.20 ft (11.03 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	27.10 ft (8.26 m)
Max Digging Depth	26.00 ft (7.92 m)
Max Loading Height	19.00 ft (5.79 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.50 ft (9.60 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	15.90 ft (4.85 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	12.30 ft (3.75 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	36.10 ft (11.00 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Max Digging Depth	23.10 ft (7.04 m)
Max Loading Height	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	33.40 ft (10.18 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	13.50 ft (4.11 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.30 cu yd (0.99 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Length of Track on Ground	12.90 ft (3.93 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Tail Swing Radius	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	10.30 ft (3.14 m)

Engine

Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	634.70 cu in (10,400.89 cu cm)
Engine Model	3208
Net Power	135.00 hp (100.67 kw)
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	35 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.30 gal (12.49 l)
Fuel Capacity	65.00 gal (246.03 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	121.00 gpm (457.99 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	151.90 gal (574.94 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	1000 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	51,599.20 lbs (23,405.03 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	7.60 gal (28.77 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

2.3 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	36,700.00 lbs (16,646.86 kg)
Ground Pressure	7.1 psi
Max Travel Speed	1.80 mph (2.90 kph)
Shoe Size	32.00 in (81.28 cm)
Track Gauge	8.10 ft (2.47 m)

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