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Caterpillar 522 Feller Buncher

Category: Feller Bunchers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 522 ➔

The Caterpillar 522 Feller Buncher boasts impressive specifications for heavy-duty forestry operations. With a boom lift capacity of 9039 lbs and a maximum reach of 32.2 ft, this machine offers exceptional performance and efficiency. The engine delivers a gross power of 284 hp, while the hydraulic system ensures smooth operation with a fluid capacity of 79.3 gallons. Built for durability and precision, the Caterpillar 522 is a reliable choice for tackling challenging forestry tasks.

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Boom

Bare Pin Lift at Max Reach	15,652.90 lbs (7,100.04 kg)
Lift Capacity at Max Reach	9,039.00 lbs (4,100.03 kg)
Max Reach w/ Head	32.20 ft (9.81 m)

Dimensions

Forward Tilt	20 degrees
Ground Clearance	2.80 in (7.11 cm)
Height	12.70 ft (3.87 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12.70 ft (3.87 m)
Max Reach	26.60 ft (8.11 m)
Overall Length	28.40 ft (8.66 m)
Overall Width	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length - tilt	26.50 ft (8.08 m)
Shipping Length - With Attachment	431.00 in (1,094.74 cm)
Shipping Length - Without Attachment	340.00 in (863.60 cm)
Side Tilt	11 degrees
Width 1	126.00 in (320.04 cm)
Width 2	137.00 in (347.98 cm)

Dimensions - Track Harvester Configuration

Height - Without Attachment	152.00 in (386.08 cm)
Shipping Length - Without Attachment	318.00 in (807.72 cm)
Width 1 - Without Attachment	126.00 in (320.04 cm)
Width 2 - Without Attachment	137.00 in (347.98 cm)

Engine

Displacement	537.10 cu in (8,801.51 cu cm)
Gross Power	284.00 hp (211.78 kw)
Net Power	263.00 hp (196.12 kw)
Power Measured @	2100 rpm
Rated Power	263.00 hp (196.12 kw)

Hydraulic System

Pump Size - Boom, Implements	11.60 cu in (190.09 cu cm)
Pump Size - Saw Motor	3.40 cu in (55.72 cu cm)
Pump Size - Travel Circuit	12.20 cu in (199.92 cu cm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	95 amps
Bare Pin Lift at Maximum Reach - Without Attachment	7100 kg (15600 lb) @ 6.1 m (20 ft)
Bare Pin Lift at Maximum Reach - Without Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	4100 kg (9100 lb) @ 9.0 m (29.5 ft)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	16.20 gal (61.32 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	10.40 gal (39.36 l)
Fuel Capacity	140.10 gal (530.28 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	79.30 gal (300.15 l)
Maximum Reach - With Attachment	26.60 ft (8.11 m)
Maximum Reach - With Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	32.00 ft (9.75 m)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	65,711.00 lbs (29,806.05 kg)
Operating Weight w/o Attachment	67,042.60 lbs (30,410.05 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	16.10 gal (60.94 l)
Engine Oil	10.30 gal (38.99 l)
Fuel Tank	140.00 gal (529.90 l)
Hydraulic System	79.30 gal (300.15 l)
Hydraulic Tank	69.20 gal (261.92 l)
Pony Fuel Tank - Optional	90.00 gal (340.65 l)
Swing Drive	2.60 gal (9.84 l)

Track

Ground Clearance	33.00 in (83.82 cm)
Track Length	189.00 in (480.06 cm)
Tractive Effort	75,500.00 lbs (34,246.27 kg)
Undercarriage Pitch	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Undercarriage Size	D6H HD

Undercarriage

Ground Clearance	2.80 ft (0.85 m)
Shoe Size	24.10 in (61.21 cm)
Track Gauge	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Track Length	15.80 ft (4.82 m)
Track Pitch	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Tractive Effort	75,499.60 lbs (34,246.09 kg)

Upperstructure Leveling

Front	20 degrees
Side	11 degrees

Weights

Operating Weight - Without Attachment	67,040.00 lbs (30,408.87 kg)
Operating Weight - Without Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	65,710.00 lbs (29,805.59 kg)

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