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Caterpillar 525 Skidder

Category: Skidders / Yarders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 525 ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar 525 Skidders / Yarders - a powerful and versatile machine designed to handle heavy-duty logging operations with ease. With a range of impressive features and specifications, the Caterpillar 525 is equipped to lift, reach, and maneuver through challenging terrains with precision and efficiency. From its impressive lifting capabilities to its advanced hydraulic system and robust powertrain, the Caterpillar 525 is ready to tackle any logging task with reliability and performance. Explore the detailed specs below to discover the full potential of this exceptional skidder/yarder.

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Arch

Arch Types	44.3
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest	106.10 in (269.49 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	14.90 in (37.85 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest	44.30 in (112.52 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted	107.30 in (272.54 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach	72.00 in (182.88 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest	48.90 in (124.21 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted	104.50 in (265.43 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest	58.70 in (149.10 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted	107.30 in (272.54 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Maximum	73.80 in (187.45 cm)
Single Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	99.10 in (251.71 cm)

Dimensions

Drum Capacity at Cable Width	19,800.00 ft (6,035.04 m)
Grapple Capacity - tongs tip to tip	10.00 cu ft (3.05 cu m)
Height - Top of Cab	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Length	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Max Blade Height	9.10 in (23.11 cm)
Max Height of Boom	8.30 ft (2.53 m)
Max Line Pull - bare drum	96.00 lbs (43.54 kg)
Max Line Speed	4.80 ft/min (1.46 m/min)
Overall Length	10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Overall Width	10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Wheel Base	68.00 ft (20.73 m)

Engine

Air Cleaner	24 V
Aspiration	33510.3
Battery - Volts	93 Amp-hr
Battery Capacity	blower
Battery Quantity	12 V
Bore	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Derating Altitude	2,200.00 ft (670.56 m)
Displacement	turbocharged cu in
Electrical System	2
Engine Model	175
Fan Speed	hydraulic actuated oil disc rpm
Fan Type	24 V
Governed Speed at Rated Power	dry dual element rpm
Gross Power	160.00 hp (119.31 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	160.00 hp (119.31 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	7,500.00 hp (5,592.84 kw)
Net Power	2,200.00 hp (1,640.57 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	160.00 hp (119.31 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	158.00 hp (117.82 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	179.00 hp (133.48 kw)
Power Measured @	425 rpm
Stroke	160.00 in (406.40 cm)
Torque Measured @	70.1 rpm

Grapple

Bunching - Capacity	9.00 cu ft (2.74 cu m)
Bunching - Full Open Height	60.40 in (153.42 cm)
Bunching - Fully Closed Height	5.30 in (13.46 cm)
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter	89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Bunching - Tip to Tip Height	120.00 in (304.80 cm)
Bunching - Tong Opening	61.50 in (156.21 cm)
Sorting - Full Open Height	72.00 in (182.88 cm)
Sorting - Fully Closed Height	3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Sorting - Minimum Stem Diameter	86.50 in (219.71 cm)
Sorting - Tip to Tip Height	100.00 in (254.00 cm)
Sorting - Tong Opening	12.50 in (31.75 cm)
Sorting Capacity	38,200.00 cu ft (11,643.50 cu m)

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type	direct link non-follow
Dozer Cylinder - Bore	14.00 in (35.56 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter	3 or 4 stack pilot in (7.62 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke	2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Dozer Valve	4
Grapple Valve	45.5
Pump Output	12.90 gpm (48.83 lpm)
Pump Type	3000
Relief Valve Pressure	11.5 psi
Relief Valve Setting	closed-cntr var flow
Reservoir Tank Capacity	10.20 gal (38.61 l)
Steering Cylinder - Bore	17.00 in (43.18 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter	direct linkage in
Steering Cylinder - Stroke	1.80 in (4.57 cm)
Steering Valve	3

Operating Specifications

Axle Oscillation	85.4 degrees
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Fuel Capacity	9.60 gal (36.34 l)
Operating Voltage	75 amps
Operating Weight	24 V lbs (10.89 kg)
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	14.10 gal (53.37 l)
Steering Angle	23.1 - 26 volts
Tire Size	7.1
Transmission Fluid Capacity	19.60 gal (74.19 l)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking Type	fully hydraulic control
Brakes - Service Type	mechanical shoe
Maximum Drawbar Pull	3.90 lbs (1.77 kg)
Steering, Frame Articulation	43500
Torque Converter Type	29891
Transmission Cooler Type	4 fwd/3 rev
Travel Speed - Forward 1	6.50 mph (10.46 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 2	9.20 mph (14.81 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 3	16.00 mph (25.75 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 4	3.90 mph (6.28 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 1	6.50 mph (10.46 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 2	11.80 mph (18.99 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 3	plate mph

Service Refill

Cooling System	18.00 gal (68.13 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	11.00 gal (41.64 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Engine Oil	14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Fuel Tank	11.00 gal (41.64 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	single/dual/cable gal
Hydraulic System - Total	4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Mechanical Winch	9.00 gal (34.07 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter	5.10 gal (19.30 l)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	16.9
Transmission Type	4

Undercarriage

Length of Track on Ground

Cat 3304 DIT Diesel ft

Weights

Dozer - Extended Width	100.00 lbs (45.36 kg)
Enclosed Cab	1,550.00 lbs (703.07 kg)
Est. Operating Weight	630.00 lbs (285.76 kg)
Grapple - Sorting .84 m2 / 9.0 ft2	710.00 lbs (322.05 kg)
Open ROPS	axial piston lbs
Tires - 24.5 x 32, 16 PR	1,476.00 lbs (669.50 kg)
Tires - 30.5L x 32, 16 PR	1,630.00 lbs (739.36 kg)

Winch - Grapple Skidder

Drum Capacity - 19.0 mm (3/4 in)	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Drum Capacity - 25.4mm (1 in)	15 degrees
Drum Diameter	7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum	502.00 lbs (227.70 kg)
Maximum Line Speed	199.00 ft/min (60.66 m/min)

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