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Engine
Engine Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396:2002
321 HP 239 kW
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Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396
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270 HP 201 kW
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Net Power - ISO 9249
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263 HP 196 kW
Maximum Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 14396 - Metric
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274 HP 274 kW
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Gross Power @ 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995:2014
325 HP 242 kW
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Engine Model
Cat C9.3B Cat C9.3B
Cat 7.1 Cat 7.1
Cat C9.3B Cat C9.3B
Maximum Net Torque - 1,400 rpm - ISO 9249
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867 ft·lbf 1175 N·m
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Net Power @ 1,600 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
303 HP 226 kW
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Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249
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251 HP 187 kW
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Note (1)
Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III. Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA, and China Nonroad Stage III.
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and muffler The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and muffler
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Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - ISO 9249 - Metric
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255 mhp 255 mhp
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Note (2)
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer
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Net Torque @ 1,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
1255 ft-lb 1702 N·m
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Maximum Net Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1349
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251 HP 187 kW
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Maximum Gross Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1995
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276 HP 206 kW
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Maximum Gross Power - 2,100 rpm - SAE J1995 - Metric
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280 mhp 280 mhp
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Maximum Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm
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918 ft·lbf 1245 N·m
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Maximum Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1995
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933 ft·lbf 1266 N·m
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Note
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Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 and UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Cat engine meets Brazil MAR-1 and UN ECE R96 Stage IIIA emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
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Stroke
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5.87 in 149 mm
Max Net Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396
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1233 ft·lbf 1671 N·m
Max Gross Power - 1,600 rpm - ISO 14396
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321 HP 239 kW
Rated Gross Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 14396
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294 HP 219 kW
Rated Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249
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263 HP 196 kW
Max Gross Torque - 1,200 rpm - ISO 14396
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1312 ft·lbf 1779 N·m
Bore - ISO 9249
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4.53 in 115 mm
Gross Torque @ 1,200 rpm – SAE J1995:2014
1327 lb/ft 1799 N·m
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Note (3)
Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lowercarbon intensity fuels up to: • 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to- liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. * For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer.
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Displacement
9.3 L 9.3 L
427 in³ 7 l
568 in³ 9.3 l
Engine Torque @ 1,200 rpm – ISO 14396:2002
1313 lb/ft 1781 N·m
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Weights
Operating Weight
51124 lb 23196 kg
41983 lb 19043 kg
47569 lb 21577 kg
Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, open differential axles (front/rear), secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 5.4 m³ (7.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/open rear axles, power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. Weight based on a machine configuration with Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control cold start, roading fenders, Product Link, front manual differential/open rear axles, power train guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
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Transmission
Forward - 5
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24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
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Forward - 1
4.2 mile/h 6.7 km/h
4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h
4 mile/h 6.4 km/h
Forward - 2
8.4 mile/h 13.5 km/h
7.5 mile/h 12 km/h
7.5 mile/h 12.1 km/h
Forward - 3
15 mile/h 24.2 km/h
12 mile/h 19.3 km/h
13 mile/h 21 km/h
Forward - 4
24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
21.6 mile/h 34.8 km/h
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Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 849 mm (33 in) roll radius.
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
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Reverse - 1
4.5 mile/h 7.3 km/h
4.3 mile/h 6.9 km/h
4.3 mile/h 7 km/h
Reverse - 2
9.2 mile/h 14.8 km/h
7.5 mile/h 12 km/h
8.2 mile/h 13.2 km/h
Reverse - 3
16.5 mile/h 26.6 km/h
16 mile/h 25.7 km/h
14.3 mile/h 23 km/h
Reverse - 4
24.5 mile/h 39.5 km/h
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22.9 mile/h 36.9 km/h
Note (1)
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Maximum travel speeds (26.5R25 tires). Maximum travel speeds (26.5R25 tires).
Note (2)
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Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 825 mm (32.5 in) roll radius. Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 825 mm (32.5 in) roll radius.
Weights and Operating Specifications
Tipping Load - Full Turn - Rigid Tires**
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32117 lb 14568 kg
Breakout Force
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36869 lbf 164 kN
Tipping Load - Full Turn - ISO 14397-1:2007*
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29970 lb 13594 kg
Note (1)
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For 4 m³ (5.2 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE. For 4 m³ (5.2 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Operating Weight
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47569 lb 21577 kg
Note (2)
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*Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. *Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Note (3)
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**Compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 5. **Compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 5.
Buckets
Bucket Capacities
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3.8-7.1 m³ (5.0-9.25 yd³) 3.8-7.1 m³ (5.0-9.25 yd³)
Sound
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008
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72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
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Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹
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69 dB(A) 69 dB(A)
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¹Operator Sound Pressure Level - Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives. ¹Operator Sound Pressure Level - Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
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Note (1)
** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives. ** For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the EU Directives.
¹Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701 ¹Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701
*For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.” *For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives.”
Note (2)
***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC. ***European Union Directive 2000/14/EC as amended by 2005/88/EC.
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**European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.” **European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC.”
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level*
108 108
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108 LWA** 108 LWA**
With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
69 dB(A) 69 dB(A)
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With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
109 dB(A) 109 dB(A)
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With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Exterior Sound Pressure Level (SAE J88:2013)
76 76
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With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Speed - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
70 dB(A) 70 dB(A)
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With Cooling Fan Speed at 70% of Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)*
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75 dB(A) 75 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
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75 dB(A) 75 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)
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110 dB(A) 110 dB(A)
With Cooling Fan Speed at Maximum Value - Note
Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio. Distance of 15 m (49.2 ft), moving forward in second gear ratio.
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Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
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Operating Specifications
Static Tipping Load - Full 37° Turn - With Tire Deflection
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26032 lb 11808 kg
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Note
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For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.” For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
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Breakout Force
38999 lb 174 kN
37993 lbf 169 kN
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Note (1)
For a machine configuration as defined under Weight. For a machine configuration as defined under Weight.
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
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Note (2)
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing. Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
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Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
15981 kg 35244 lb
27701 lb 12565 kg
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Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
32727 lb 14849 kg
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Loader Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise
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2.7 s 2.7 s
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System
17.4 gal (US) 66 l
14.3 gal (US) 54 l
14 gal (US) 53 l
Crankcase
6.1 gal (US) 23 l
5.5 gal (US) 21 l
6.6 gal (US) 25 l
DEF Tank
6.9 gal (US) 26 l
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Differential - Final Drives - Front
15.1 gal (US) 57 l
11.4 gal (US) 43 l
15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
15.1 gal (US) 57 l
11.4 gal (US) 43 l
15.1 gal (US) 57 l
Fuel Tank
80.1 gal (US) 303 l
68.6 gal (US) 259.5 l
84.5 gal (US) 320 l
Hydraulic Tank
30.1 gal (US) 114 l
25.6 gal (US) 97 l
31.7 gal (US) 120 l
Transmission
15.5 gal (US) 58.5 l
11.4 gal (US) 43 l
14.5 gal (US) 55 l
Tires
Choices
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Choices include: Triangle 26.5-25 20PR L3 (TL612); Triangle 26.5R25, L3 (TB516); Maxam 26.5R25, L3 (MS302); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L3 (VJT); Maxam 26.5R25, L5 (MS503); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L5 (VSDT); Triangle 26.5R25, L5 (TL538S+) Choices include: Triangle 26.5-25 20PR L3 (TL612); Triangle 26.5R25, L3 (TB516); Maxam 26.5R25, L3 (MS302); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L3 (VJT); Maxam 26.5R25, L5 (MS503); Bridgestone 26.5R25, L5 (VSDT); Triangle 26.5R25, L5 (TL538S+)
Cab
ROPS/FOPS
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ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 and ISO 3449:2005 Level II standards
Hydraulic System
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,340 rpm
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85 gal/min 322 l/min
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Steering System - Pump Type
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Piston Piston
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
4496 psi 31000 kPa
4250 psi 29300 kPa
4047 psi 27900 kPa
Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,250 rpm
99 gal/min 373 l/min
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Implement System - Maximum Flow - 2,200 rpm
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85 gal/min 320 l/min
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time
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12 s 12 s
Implement System - Maximum Flow 3rd Function
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85 gal/min 320 l/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure 3rd Function
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3408 psi 23500 kPa
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position
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6.5 s 6.5 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down
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2.8 s 2.8 s
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
10.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
9.4 s 9.4 s
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Dimensions
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 5.4 m3 (7.1 yd3) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 29.5R25 VSNT L4 radial tires.
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Lift Arm Clearance
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12.16 ft 3705 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
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8 ft 2453 mm
B-Pin Height
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14 ft 4256 mm
Height - Top of ROPS
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11.75 ft 3582 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
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11.61 ft 3539 mm
Height - Top of Hood
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9.2 ft 2804 mm
Ground Clearance
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1.49 ft 455 mm
Wheel Base
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11.65 ft 3550 mm
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
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5.82 ft 1775 mm
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
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62 ° 62 °
Rack Back - Carry
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50 ° 50 °
Rack Back - Ground
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42 ° 42 °
Dimensions - Standard Lift
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
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2.08 ft 660 mm
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Note
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All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m3 (4.3 yd3 ) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m3 (4.3 yd3 ) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
7.7 ft 2290 mm
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
5.1 ft 1775 mm
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Ground Clearance
424 mm 1.4 ft
1.08 ft 351 mm
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Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
3531 mm 11.8 ft
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Height - Top of Hood
2850 mm 9.5 ft
8.75 ft 2692 mm
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Height - Top of ROPS
3593 mm 11.1 ft
11.25 ft 3453 mm
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Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2 ft 635 mm
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Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
4245 mm 13.11 ft
13.67 ft 4167 mm
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Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
3687 mm 12.1 ft
11.75 ft 3604 mm
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Overall Length - Without Bucket
7399 mm 24.4 ft
23.17 ft 7052 mm
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Tread Width
7.3 ft 2230 mm
7 ft 2140 mm
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Wheel Base
3550 mm 11.8 ft
11 ft 3350 mm
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Rack Back - Maximum Lift
62 degrees 62 degrees
60 ° 60 °
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Width over Tires (Loaded)
9.11 ft 3012 mm
9.33 ft 2825 mm
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Rack Back - Carry Height
50 degrees 50 degrees
49 ° 49 °
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Rack Back at Ground
40 degrees 40 degrees
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Dimensions - High Lift
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
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2.42 ft 744 mm
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Note
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All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m3 (4.3 yd3 ) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires. All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m3 (4.3 yd3 ) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
8.1 ft 2458 mm
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Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
5.1 ft 1775 mm
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Ground Clearance
1.4 ft 424 mm
1.08 ft 351 mm
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Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
11.8 ft 3531 mm
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Height - Top of Hood
9.5 ft 2850 mm
8.75 ft 2692 mm
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Height - Top of ROPS
11.1 ft 3593 mm
11.25 ft 3453 mm
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Hinge Pin Height at Carry
2.6 ft 782 mm
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Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
15.9 ft 4804 mm
14.67 ft 4473 mm
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Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
13.8 ft 4183 mm
12.33 ft 3773 mm
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Overall Length - Without Bucket
26.6 ft 8069 mm
24.75 ft 7542 mm
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Tread Width
7.3 ft 2230 mm
7 ft 2140 mm
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Wheel Base
11.8 ft 3550 mm
11 ft 3350 mm
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Rack Back - Maximum Lift
71 degrees 71 degrees
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Width over Tires (Loaded)
9.11 ft 3012 mm
9.33 ft 2825 mm
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Rack Back - Carry Height
49 degrees 49 degrees
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Rack Back at Ground
37 degrees 37 degrees
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Brakes
Brakes
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Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards
Bucket Capacities
Bucket Range
2.8-11.9 m³ 3.75-15.5 yd³ 2.8-11.9 m³ 3.75-15.5 yd³
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