Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Specs

Category: Material Handlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 385C MH ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler, a powerhouse in the world of heavy machinery. With a maximum reach of 71.52 feet and an operating weight of 204,183.4 pounds, this machine is equipped with a Cat C18 ACERT engine capable of delivering 513 horsepower. From hydraulic system capabilities to drive system performance, the 385C MH is built to handle the toughest material handling tasks with precision and efficiency. Explore the impressive specifications of this equipment below to see how it can elevate your operations to new heights.

Boom/Stick Option (Mat) 1

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Boom/Stick Option (Mat) 1 specifications
Max Height	74.15 ft (22.60 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	71.53 ft (21.80 m)

Boom/Stick Option (Mat) 2

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Boom/Stick Option (Mat) 2 specifications
Max Height	53.35 ft (16.26 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	56.44 ft (17.20 m)

Brakes

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Brakes specifications
Brake Standards	Meets the following standards: SAE J1026 APR90

Cab

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Cab specifications
Cab/Fogs Standards	Optional operator protection guards meeting SAE J1356 and ISO 3449.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	2.79 ft (0.85 m)
Height To Top Of Cab - Fixed Riser	18.86 ft (5.75 m)
Operating Width	15.75 ft (4.80 m)
Rear - Carrier To End Of Boom	50.72 ft (15.46 m)
Shipping Height	13.20 ft (4.02 m)
Shipping Height - Cab Tipped	13.20 ft (4.02 m)
Undercarriage Width	15.76 ft (4.80 m)
Upperstructure Clearance	5.58 ft (1.70 m)

Drive

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull	133,090.00 lbs (60,368.68 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed	2.80 mph (4.51 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Engine specifications
Bore	5.70 in (14.48 cm)
Displacement	1,106.00 cu in (18,124.13 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	C18 ACERT
Net Flywheel Power	513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power	513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349	513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Stroke	7.20 in (18.29 cm)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Capacity	258.90 gpm (979.94 lpm)
Relief Pressure	5080 psi

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum Flow - Each Of Two Pumps	129.00 gpm (488.27 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3770 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5080 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow	24.00 gpm (90.84 lpm)
Swing System - Maximum Flow	119.00 gpm (450.42 lpm)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Operating Specifications specifications
Maximum Reach	71.52 ft

Operational

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	262.90 gal (995.08 l)
Operating Weight W/O Attachment	204,183.40 lbs (92,616.15 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	26.70 gal (101.06 l)
Engine Oil	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Final Drive - Each	5.60 gal (21.20 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	263.00 gal (995.46 l)
Hydraulic Tank	214.00 gal (809.99 l)
Swing Drive	5.00 gal (18.93 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	6.5 rpm
Swing Torque	150,831.00 lbs ft (204,496.67 nm)

Track

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Track specifications
Overall Track Length	29.50 in (74.93 cm)
Rollers - Each Side	9
Shoes Per Side	51

Track Undercarriage

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Track Undercarriage specifications
Length Of Track On Ground	16.90 ft (5.15 m)
Number Of Shoes Per Side	51.0000
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	9
Track Gauge	4,039.00 ft (1,231.09 m)

Weights

Caterpillar 385C MH Material Handler Weights specifications
Operating Weight	204,184.00 lbs (92,616.42 kg)

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