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Caterpillar 235C Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 235C ➔

The Caterpillar 235C Excavator boasts impressive capabilities for various digging and loading tasks. With a maximum cutting height of 32.9 feet and a maximum digging depth of 26.9 feet, this machine offers exceptional reach and productivity. Equipped with a powerful 250 horsepower engine and a fuel capacity of 130 gallons, the 235C ensures efficient operation on construction sites. Additionally, its wide gauge trencher option provides enhanced functionality and performance. Explore the detailed specifications below to learn more about the Caterpillar 235C Excavator.

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Backhoe Boom / Stick 1

Max Cutting Height	31.40 ft (9.57 m)
Max Dig Depth	22.90 ft (6.98 m)
Max Dump Height	20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Max Reach on Ground	35.70 ft (10.88 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	15.80 ft (4.82 m)

Backhoe Boom / Stick 2

Max Cutting Height	31.80 ft (9.69 m)
Max Dig Depth	24.40 ft (7.44 m)
Max Dump Height	21.20 ft (6.46 m)
Max Reach on Ground	37.10 ft (11.31 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	17.10 ft (5.21 m)

Backhoe Boom / Stick 3

Max Cutting Height	32.50 ft (9.91 m)
Max Dig Depth	26.90 ft (8.20 m)
Max Dump Height	21.90 ft (6.68 m)
Max Reach on Ground	39.40 ft (12.01 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	19.30 ft (5.88 m)

Dimensions

Height - Top of Cab	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Length of Tracks	16.50 ft (5.03 m)
Upper Structure Ground Clearance	3.70 ft (1.13 m)

Engine

Displacement	640.80 cu in (10,500.85 cu cm)
Engine Model	3306
Net Power	250.00 hp (186.43 kw)

Loading Shovel

Max Cutting Height	30.10 ft (9.17 m)
Max Dig Reach	27.40 ft (8.35 m)
Max Dump Height	16.60 ft (5.06 m)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity

130.00 gal (492.05 l)

Undercarriage

Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 1	8.8 psi
Backhoe Ground Pressure - Shoe 2	7.5 psi
Backhoe Operating Weight - Shoe 1	92,902.90 lbs (42,140.10 kg)
Backhoe Shoe Width 1	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Backhoe Shoe Width 2	35.90 in (91.19 cm)
Loading Shovel Ground Pressure	15 psi
Loading Shovel Operating Weight	26,477.60 lbs (12,010.05 kg)
Loading Shovel Shoe Width	18.00 in (45.72 cm)
Max Travel Speed	2.00 mph (3.22 kph)

Wide Gauge Trencher Option

Drawbar Pull (Wide Gauge Trencher)	69,690.80 lbs (31,611.25 kg)
Ground Clearance (Wide Gauge Trencher)	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Ground Pressure (Wide Gauge Trencher)	9.7 psi
Height - Top of Cab (Wide Gauge Trencher)	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity (Wide Gauge Trencher)	184.40 gpm (697.95 lpm)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure (Wide Gauge Trencher)	4800 psi
Max Cutting Height (Wide Gauge Trencher)	32.90 ft (10.03 m)
Max Digging Depth (Wide Gauge Trencher)	26.50 ft (8.08 m)
Max Loading Height (Wide Gauge Trencher)	22.30 ft (6.80 m)
Max Reach Along Ground (Wide Gauge Trencher)	39.40 ft (12.01 m)
Max Travel Speed (Wide Gauge Trencher)	2.00 mph (3.22 kph)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth (Wide Gauge Trencher)	18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Operating Weight (Wide Gauge Trencher)	101,831.60 lbs (46,190.09 kg)
Removal Counterweight Clearance (Wide Gauge Trencher)	4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Shoe Size (Wide Gauge Trencher)	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Tail Swing Radius (Wide Gauge Trencher)	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Track Gauge (Wide Gauge Trencher)	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks (Wide Gauge Trencher)	12.40 ft (3.78 m)

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