Caterpillar 545 Skidder Specs

Category: Skidders / Yarders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 545 ➔

Introducing the powerful Caterpillar 545, a robust Skidders / Yarder designed to tackle the toughest terrain with ease. With its impressive specifications and capabilities, this machine is a force to be reckoned with in the logging and forestry industries. From its dual-function arch and grapple features to its hydraulic system and powertrain specifications, the Caterpillar 545 is built to maximize efficiency and productivity on the job. Get ready to elevate your operations with the innovative technology and superior performance of the Caterpillar 545 Skidders / Yarder.

Arch

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Arch specifications
Arch Types	dual/cable
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest	73.90 in (187.71 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	109.30 in (277.62 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest	14.60 in (37.08 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted	51.10 in (129.79 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach	51.30 in (130.30 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest	104.50 in (265.43 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted	62.30 in (158.24 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest	107.00 in (271.78 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted	70.60 in (179.32 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Maximum	124.90 in (317.25 cm)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Dimensions specifications
Blade Width	10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Cable Width	11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Drum Capacity At Cable Width	147.64 ft (45.00 m)
Drum Diameter	10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Grapple Capacity - Tongs Tip To Tip	16.15 ft2
Ground Clearance	1.99 ft (0.61 m)
Height	11.08 ft (3.38 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	11.05 ft (3.37 m)
Length	23.72 ft (7.23 m)
Max Blade Height	82.22 in (208.84 cm)
Max Line Pull - Bare Drum	45,186.60 lbs (20,496.32 kg)
Max Line Speed	360.9 ft/min
Overall Length	26.08 in (66.24 cm)
Overall Width	11.11 ft (3.39 m)
Tong Opening At Tips	10.76 in (27.33 cm)
Weight	40,161.00 lbs (18,213.61 kg)
Wheel Base	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Wheelbase	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Width	9.75 ft (2.97 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Engine specifications
Air Cleaner	Dry precleaner
Battery - Volts	12V
Battery Capacity	950 CCA
Battery Quantity	2
Bore	4.80 in (12.19 cm)
Derating Altitude	10,663.00 ft (3,250.08 m)
Displacement	638.00 cu in (10,454.97 cu cm)
Electrical System	24V
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3306 DITA Engine
Fan Speed	1981 rpm
Fan Type	Blower
Governed Speed At Rated Power	2200 rpm
Gross Power	225.00 hp (167.79 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995	225.00 hp (167.79 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349	198.00 hp (147.65 kw)
Starting System	Direct electric
Stroke	6.00 in (15.24 cm)

Grapple

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Grapple specifications
Bunching - Capacity	16.6 ft2
Bunching - Full Open Height	75.90 in (192.79 cm)
Bunching - Fully Closed Height	47.90 in (121.67 cm)
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter	5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Bunching - Tip To Tip Height	85.50 in (217.17 cm)
Bunching - Tong Opening	128.00 in (325.12 cm)
Thinning - Capacity	19 ft2
Thinning - Full Open Height	74.90 in (190.25 cm)
Thinning - Fully Closed Height	54.60 in (138.68 cm)
Thinning - Minimum Stem Diameter	9.20 in (23.37 cm)
Thinning - Tip To Tip Height	89.70 in (227.84 cm)
Thinning - Tong Opening	135.00 in (342.90 cm)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Axial Piston

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Hydraulic System specifications
Circuit Type	closed cntr, var flow
Dozer Cylinder - Bore	4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter	2.30 in (5.84 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke	34.30 in (87.12 cm)
Dozer Valve	direct linkage
Grapple Valve	3 or 4 stack, pilot
Pump Output	50.00 gpm (189.25 lpm)
Pump Type	axial piston
Relief Valve Setting	3045 psi
Reservoir Tank Capacity	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Steering Cylinder - Bore	3.50 in (8.89 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter	2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Stroke	16.90 in (42.93 cm)
Steering Valve	direct link, non-follow

Operational

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	75 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	14.80 gal (56.02 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	7.70 gal (29.14 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Fuel Capacity	99.90 gal (378.12 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	32.50 gal (123.01 l)
Operating Weight	40,161.70 lbs (18,217.06 kg)
Operational Voltage	24 V
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Tire Size	30.5 x 32 16 PR
Transmission Fluid Capacity	14.30 gal (54.13 l)

Power Train

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Power Train specifications
Brakes - Parking Type	Drum
Brakes - Service Type	Enclosed wet disc
Maximum Drawbar Pull	43,762.50 lbs (19,850.36 kg)
Steering, Frame Articulation	Full Hydraulic Control
Torque Converter - Model	C484-E3611 AAA
Torque Converter Type	Rotating housing, single stage
Transmission	5fwd/3rev countershaft, powershift
Transmission Cooler Location	Lower tank radiator
Transmission Cooler Type	Plate
Travel Speed - Forward 1	4.00 mph (6.44 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 2	5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 3	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 4	9.50 mph (15.29 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 5	17.10 mph (27.52 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 1	3.90 mph (6.28 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 2	6.50 mph (10.46 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 3	11.60 mph (18.67 kph)

Service Refill

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Service Refill specifications
Cooling System	14.80 gal (56.02 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Engine Oil	7.00 gal (26.50 l)
Fuel Tank	99.80 gal (377.74 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Hydraulic System - Total	32.00 gal (121.12 l)
Mechanical Winch	6.60 gal (24.98 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter	14.00 gal (52.99 l)

Transmission

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	17.10 mph (27.52 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	11.60 mph (18.67 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	5
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Counter-Shaft Powershift

Weights

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Weights specifications
Arch - Cable Skidding	2,100.00 lbs (952.55 kg)
Decking Blade	2,630.00 lbs (1,192.95 kg)
Enclosed Rops + Ac	2,651.00 lbs (1,202.47 kg)
Est. Operating Weight	44,600.00 lbs (20,230.24 kg)
Frame - Cable Fenders	4,822.00 lbs (2,187.23 kg)
Frame - No Fenders	2,855.00 lbs (1,295.01 kg)
Lights - 4 Standard	48.00 lbs (21.77 kg)
Lights - 8 Optional	259.00 lbs (117.48 kg)
Open Rops	2,360.00 lbs (1,070.48 kg)
Starting Aid - Ether	5.00 lbs (2.27 kg)
Tires - 30.5l X 32, 16 Pr	5,190.00 lbs (2,354.15 kg)
Tires - 35.5l X 32, 16 Pr	6,510.00 lbs (2,952.89 kg)

Winch - Grapple Skidder

Caterpillar 545 Skidder Winch - Grapple Skidder specifications
Drum Capacity - 19.0 Mm (3/4 In)	148.00 ft (45.11 m)
Drum Capacity - 22.2 Mm (7/8 In)	106.00 ft (32.31 m)
Drum Capacity - 25.4mm (1 In)	82.00 ft (24.99 m)
Drum Diameter	10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Drum Width	11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum	45,200.00 lbs (20,502.40 kg)
Maximum Line Speed	360 ft/min