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Caterpillar 545 Skidder

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.

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Arch

Arch Types	51.3
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest	109.30 in (277.62 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	14.60 in (37.08 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest	51.10 in (129.79 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted	104.50 in (265.43 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach	73.90 in (187.71 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest	62.30 in (158.24 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted	107.00 in (271.78 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest	70.60 in (179.32 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted	124.90 in (317.25 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Maximum	75.90 in (192.79 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Width	82.30 ft (25.09 m)
Cable Width	147.70 in (375.16 cm)
Drum Capacity at Cable Width	45,186.60 ft (13,772.88 m)
Drum Diameter	11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Grapple Capacity - tongs tip to tip	10.00 cu ft (3.05 cu m)
Height - Top of Cab	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Length	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Max Blade Height	16.20 in (41.15 cm)
Max Line Pull - bare drum	360.90 lbs (163.70 kg)
Max Line Speed	4.80 ft/min (1.46 m/min)
Overall Length	11.20 ft (3.41 m)
Overall Width	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Wheel Base	99.80 ft (30.42 m)

Engine

Air Cleaner	24V
Aspiration	40161.7
Battery - Volts	950 CCA
Battery Capacity	Blower
Battery Quantity	12V
Bore	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Derating Altitude	2,200.00 ft (670.56 m)
Electrical System	2
Engine Model	225
Fan Speed	Enclosed wet disc rpm
Fan Type	Direct electric
Governed Speed at Rated Power	Dry precleaner rpm
Gross Power	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Maximum Torque at Rated Speed	1981
Net Flywheel Power	10,663.00 hp (7,951.53 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	200.00 hp (149.14 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	198.00 hp (147.65 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	225.00 hp (167.79 kw)
Power Measured @	638 rpm
Stroke	200.00 in (508.00 cm)
Torque Measured @	99.9 rpm

Grapple

Bunching - Full Open Height	47.90 in (121.67 cm)
Bunching - Fully Closed Height	5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter	85.50 in (217.17 cm)
Bunching - Tip to Tip Height	128.00 in (325.12 cm)
Sorting - Tong Opening	16.60 in (42.16 cm)
Sorting Capacity	45,200.00 cu ft (13,777.13 cu m)

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type	direct link non-follow
Dozer Cylinder - Bore	34.30 in (87.12 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter	3 or 4 stack pilot in (7.62 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke	2.30 in (5.84 cm)
Dozer Valve	4
Grapple Valve	50
Pump Output	17.00 gpm (64.35 lpm)
Pump Type	3045
Relief Valve Pressure	12.6 psi
Relief Valve Setting	closed cntr var flow psi
Reservoir Tank Capacity	11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Steering Cylinder - Bore	16.90 in (42.93 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter	direct linkage in
Steering Cylinder - Stroke	2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Steering Valve	3.5

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	Counter-Shaft Powershift
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.70 gal (29.14 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Fuel Capacity	14.80 gal (56.02 l)
Operating Voltage	75 amps
Operating Weight	24 V lbs (10.89 kg)
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	14.30 gal (54.13 l)
Steering Angle	30.5 x 32 16 PR
Tire Size	10.3
Transmission Fluid Capacity	32.50 gal (123.01 l)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking Type	Full Hydraulic Control
Brakes - Service Type	Drum
Maximum Drawbar Pull	4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)
Steering, Frame Articulation	43762.5
Torque Converter - Model	Lower tank radiator
Torque Converter Type	44600
Transmission	17.1
Transmission Cooler Location	Rotating housing single stage
Transmission Cooler Type	5fwd/3rev countershaft powershift
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	C484-E3611 AAA
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	32.00 gal (121.12 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Engine Oil	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Fuel Tank	13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	dual/cable gal
Hydraulic System - Total	7.00 gal (26.50 l)
Mechanical Winch	14.80 gal (56.02 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter	6.60 gal (24.98 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 3306 DITA ft

Weights

Arch - Cable Skidding	2,630.00 lbs (1,192.95 kg)
Decking Blade	2,651.00 lbs (1,202.47 kg)
Enclosed ROPS + AC	2,360.00 lbs (1,070.48 kg)
Open ROPS	axial piston lbs
Tires - 24.5 x 32, 16 PR	5,190.00 lbs (2,354.15 kg)
Winch	2,100.00 lbs (952.55 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	11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Drum Width	106.00 in (269.24 cm)
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum	360.00 lbs (163.29 kg)
Maximum Line Speed	148.00 ft/min (45.11 m/min)

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