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Caterpillar 535B Skidder

Category: Skidders / Yarders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 535B ➔

The Caterpillar 535B Skidder/Yarder is a powerhouse of a machine designed for maximum efficiency in logging operations. With impressive lift and reach capabilities, the 535B Arch Dual Function system ensures that no job is too challenging. Equipped with a robust engine delivering 180 horsepower and a durable hydraulic system, this skidder can handle the toughest terrain with ease. Additionally, its versatile winch and grapple capabilities make it a reliable and efficient tool for both cable skidding and grapple sorting tasks. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 535B to see how it can revolutionize your logging operations.

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Arch

Arch Types	41.4
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest	104.10 in (264.41 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	110.80 in (281.43 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest	40.30 in (102.36 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted	108.00 in (274.32 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach	68.00 in (172.72 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest	52.40 in (133.10 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted	110.80 in (281.43 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest	62.20 in (157.99 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted	113.80 in (289.05 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Maximum	78.10 in (198.37 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Width	48.30 ft (14.72 m)
Cable Width	147.70 in (375.16 cm)
Drum Capacity at Cable Width	43,613.00 ft (13,293.24 m)
Drum Diameter	6.80 in (17.27 cm)
Grapple Capacity - tongs tip to tip	10.00 cu ft (3.05 cu m)
Height	5.30 ft (1.62 m)
Height - Top of Cab	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Length	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Max Blade Height	25,015.40 in (63,539.12 cm)
Max Line Pull - bare drum	339.90 lbs (154.18 kg)
Max Line Speed	4.40 ft/min (1.34 m/min)
Overall Length	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Overall Width	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Wheel Base	83.20 ft (25.36 m)
Wheelbase	5.21 ft (1.59 m)

Engine

Air Cleaner	24 V
Aspiration	37300
Battery - Volts	950 CCA
Battery Capacity	blower
Battery Quantity	12 V
Bore	5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Derating Altitude	2,200.00 ft (670.56 m)
Electrical System	2
Engine Model	200
Fan Speed	hydraulic encl. wet disc rpm
Fan Type	direct electric
Governed Speed at Rated Power	dry centrifugal precleaner rpm
Gross Power	180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Maximum Torque at Rated Speed	1909
Net Flywheel Power	10,663.00 hp (7,951.53 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	180.00 hp (134.23 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Power Measured @	441.8 rpm
Starting System	937.4 Nm @ 1400rpm
Stroke	180.00 in (457.20 cm)
Torque Measured @	83.2 rpm

Grapple

Bunching - Capacity	13.20 cu ft (4.02 cu m)
Bunching - Full Open Height	62.10 in (157.73 cm)
Bunching - Fully Closed Height	5.80 in (14.73 cm)
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter	93.90 in (238.51 cm)
Bunching - Tip to Tip Height	123.00 in (312.42 cm)
Bunching - Tong Opening	62.50 in (158.75 cm)
Sorting - Full Open Height	74.00 in (187.96 cm)
Sorting - Fully Closed Height	3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Sorting - Minimum Stem Diameter	91.50 in (232.41 cm)
Sorting - Tip to Tip Height	104.00 in (264.16 cm)
Sorting - Tong Opening	14.40 in (36.58 cm)
Sorting Capacity	43,600.00 cu ft (13,289.44 cu m)

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type	dir. linkage non follow-up
Dozer Cylinder - Bore	18.40 in (46.74 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter	3-4 stack pilot control
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke	2.30 in (5.84 cm)
Dozer Valve	4
Grapple Valve	50
Pump Output	16.50 gpm (62.45 lpm)
Pump Type	3045
Relief Valve Pressure	11.7 psi
Relief Valve Setting	Closed cntr load sensing psi
Reservoir Tank Capacity	10.70 gal (40.50 l)
Steering Cylinder - Bore	17.10 in (43.43 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter	direct linkage in
Steering Cylinder - Stroke	1.80 in (4.57 cm)
Steering Valve	3

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.20 gal (27.25 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Fuel Capacity	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	14.30 gal (54.13 l)
Steering Angle	30.5 - 32 volts
Tire Size	8.8
Transmission Fluid Capacity	32.50 gal (123.01 l)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking Type	hydraulic
Brakes - Service Type	drum
Maximum Drawbar Pull	4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)
Steering, Frame Articulation	41350
Torque Converter - Model	Lower tank radiator
Torque Converter Type	37300
Transmission	17.1
Transmission Cooler Location	Lock-up single stage
Transmission Cooler Type	Countershaft-5 fw/3 rev
Travel Speed - Forward 1	5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 2	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 3	9.50 mph (15.29 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 4	3.90 mph (6.28 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 5	3310 Lock-up
Travel Speed - Reverse 1	6.50 mph (10.46 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 2	11.60 mph (18.67 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 3	plate mph

Service Refill

Cooling System	32.50 gal (123.01 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	14.30 gal (54.13 l)
Engine Oil	16.50 gal (62.45 l)
Fuel Tank	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	Dual Function/Cable gal
Hydraulic System - Total	7.20 gal (27.25 l)
Mechanical Winch	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter	6.50 gal (24.60 l)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	11.60 mph (18.67 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	17.1
Transmission Type	5

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	Axial Piston cu in
Length of Track on Ground	Cat 3126 DITA diesel ft

Weights

Arch - Cable Skidding	1,755.00 lbs (796.06 kg)
Decking Blade	2,657.00 lbs (1,205.20 kg)
Dozer - Extended Width	138.00 lbs (62.60 kg)
Enclosed Cab	1,780.00 lbs (807.40 kg)
Enclosed ROPS + AC	2,366.00 lbs (1,073.20 kg)
Est. Operating Weight	2,238.00 lbs (1,015.14 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	5,188.00 lbs (2,353.24 kg)
Tires - 30.5L x 32, 16 PR	1,731.00 lbs (785.17 kg)
Winch	1,696.00 lbs (769.29 kg)

Winch - Grapple Skidder

Drum Capacity - 19.0 mm (3/4 in)	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Drum Capacity - 22.2 mm (7/8 in)	82.00 ft (24.99 m)
Drum Diameter	6.70 in (17.02 cm)
Drum Width	106.00 in (269.24 cm)
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum	340.00 lbs (154.22 kg)
Maximum Line Speed	148.00 ft/min (45.11 m/min)

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